School is (almost!) out in Fulton County

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 10:40am

School is (almost!) out in Fulton County

ATLANTA -- The last day of school is fast approaching in metro Atlanta, with some districts dismissing as early as this week.

For Fulton County Schools, the last day is Thursday, May 23.

Other last days of school in the Atlanta area include:

Thursday, May 16
Barrow County

Friday, May 17
Clarke County

Wednesday, May 22
Atlanta Public Schools (traditional)
Cherokee County
Gwinnett County

Thursday, May 23
Clayton County
Cobb County
Decatur City
DeKalb County
Rockdale County

Friday, May 24
Bartow County
Buford City
Carroll County
Coweta County
Fayette County
Floyd County
Forsyth County
Griffin-Spalding County
Marietta City
Newton County
Paulding County

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Accused baby slapper's case postponed

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 8:17am

ATLANTA -- A trial set to begin Monday for the Idaho man accused of slapping a 19-month-old baby on a Delta plane in Atlanta has been postponed.

Joe Hundley's case will begin on Oct. 3 at 9:30 a.m. in Atlanta Federal Court,

Hundley faces a charge of simple assault in the Feb. 8 incident. He is accused of slapping Jessica Bennett's son and calling him a racial slur when the boy began to cry as the plane descended.

RELATED | Slapped toddler's mom speaks out

Hundley's attorney said that when the suspect boarded the flight in Minneapolis, he had just learned that his son was brain dead, and that he was emotionally distraught when he snapped at the child.

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TSA bomb-sniffing dog bites woman at Hartsfield-Jackson

Submitted by Eden Godbee, Where U Live Producer

Saturday, May 11th, 2013, 12:12am

ATLANTA -- A Rome woman is still recovering after being bitten in the side by a TSA bomb-sniffing dog.

The incident happened on May 2nd in the south terminal baggage claim carousel at Hartsfield-Jackson airport.

Sue Dubitsky told 11Alive News she was standing in the baggage claim area and noticed the K-9 officer and handler standing beside her. She said she was barely paying them any attention when the dog suddenly lunged and bit her in the lower stomach.

According to an Atlanta Police report, Dubitsky was checked out by EMS on the scene however according to EMS first responders "the skin was broken, there was no bleeding and it just looked like a scratch."

But Dubitsky said the injuries were more serious; she said the bite left three cuts, bleeding and a bruise as big as her hand. She sent pictures of her injury to 11Alive.

"I don't remember feeling the cut," Dubitsky said. "I didn't really realize that he had pierced the skin."

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Harriett G. Darnell Senior Multipurpose Facility to host Senior University Day

Submitted by FeleciaChurch on Thursday, May 9th, 3:03 pm

ATLANTA -- The Harriett G. Darnell Senior Multipurpose Facility will continue its Older Americans Month Celebration with Senior University Day on Thursday, May 16, 2013. The program will feature a discussion of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. In partnership with the Fulton County Housing and Human Services Department, Office of Aging, the Central Library and the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History will provide topical information, and display research materials focusing on the Voting Rights Act of 1965. This information session will celebrate hard-fought past victories, examine present-day challenges, and evaluate their impact on the future.

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Fulton County senior multipurpose facilities to host Community Days

Submitted by FeleciaChurch on Thursday, May 9th, 11:34 am

Seniors can enjoy entertainment, food and fun, while taking advantage of health screenings

Fulton County’s Older Americans Month celebration continues with “Community Days at the Harriett G. Darnell Senior Multipurpose Facility, the Helene S. Mills Senior Multipurpose Facility and the Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multipurpose Complex. Community Days will feature food, fun and health information for seniors and will be held on the following days:

Saturday, May 11, 2013 – Community Day – 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Harriett G. Darnell Senior Multipurpose Facility
677 Fairburn Road, NW
Atlanta, GA

features food, fun, health screenings and entertainment

Saturday, May 18, 2013 – Community Day – 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multipurpose Complex
6500 Vernon Woods Drive
Sandy Spring, GA

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Urban Youth Harp Ensemble to play Spring Concert Finale

Submitted by Holly Pennebaker, Community Web Producer

Wednesday, May 8th, 2013, 7:56pm

Urban Youth Harp Ensemble to play Spring Concert Finale

ATLANTA -- The Urban Youth Harp Ensemble will hold their Spring Concert Finale on Thursday, May 16, and is inviting all residents to hear them play.

The Southwest Arts Center is the venue of the concert, located at 915 New Hope Road. Showtime is set for 7:00 p.m. in the Performance Center.

The Urban Youth Harp Ensemble is directed by Carolyn Lund, and is made up of 50 African American harpists. Those who attend the performance can enjoy light concert pieces and movie themes. It is free admission for the public.

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Buckhead Spring Arts & Crafts Festival crew expects over 25,000

Submitted by Holly Pennebaker, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013, 5:48pm

Buckhead Spring Arts & Crafts Festival crew expects over 25,000

BUCKHEAD -- All residents in and around Atlanta are invited to the 2013 Buckhead Spring Arts & Crafts Festival, as it returns to the area on Saturday and Sunday, May 11 - 12.

Running for four years, the fest drew over 25,000 in 2012, and those behind the fest expect an even bigger crowd for 2013. Around 75 percent of artists participating are from all over Georgia, with others coming from around the country.

For 2013, over 175 artists and artisans, live acoustic music, a childrens' area, local food and drinks and surprises are on board. Admission is free, and the fest is open to kids and pets.

Saturday's hours are 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., while the fest is open 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. The fest is set for Chastain Park on Powers Ferry Road. For more information, call (404) 237-2177.

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