Peachtree City
Peachtree City, GA · Municipal
USA TODAY
Water releases planned as drought conditions continue in metro Atlanta
Colder temperatures are here in Georgia, and while many might welcome the change from steamy summer days to chilly winter mornings, what the Southeast really needs is rain. The state of Georgia has been under drought conditions this year, despite some smaller periods of heavy rainfall, and it has caused the water levels in the state's reservoirs to drop significantly. Atlanta has received 35.3 inches of rain so far this year, down significantly from the 30-year average, according to the National Weather Service. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division declared a statewide drought response level 1 in April, meaning utilities were required to warn residents about the impacts of drought and ways to mitigate them. Now, state officials are taking the next step to keep Atlanta's water system moving. Army Corps to limit reservoir releases The Army Corps of Engineers manages and operates Buford Dam , the dam at the southern end of Lake Lanier, a massive reservoir about an hour north of Atlanta. The Dam and lake are fed by the Chattahoochee River, and the river continues to flow on the south side of the dam all the way down to Florida. When water levels are low in the reservoir,
The Rockdale Citizen
Festive Night of Lights set for Nov. 21 in Conyers
CONYERS — A fleet of 200 illuminated drones will light up the sky over Olde Town Conyers on Saturday, Nov. 21, as the city welcomes the holiday season with its inaugural Festive Night of Lights celebration. The free, family-friendly event will run from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in Olde Town Conyers and will feature a choreographed holiday drone show, Christmas lights, live music, reindeer, visits with Santa Claus, and activities for children. The celebration, organized by the city of Conyers, is designed to bring residents and visitors downtown for an evening of holiday entertainment while encouraging them to explore local restaurants, shops and businesses. The evening’s main attraction will be a holiday-themed drone show featuring 200 synchronized drones performing aerial formations set to festive music. The show is scheduled to begin around 6 p.m. The Entertainment District in the heart of Olde Town will serve as the primary viewing area. Additional recommended viewing locations include the Nancy Guinn Library parking lot, the parking lot behind Whistle Post Tavern at 935 Railroad St., The Book Cellar parking lot at 951 Railroad St. and parking areas at 954 and 977 S. Main St. Organizers encourage visitors to arrive early to secure a