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Bricks around Forsyth Fountain will stay during restoration
SUMMARY: Savannah’s iconic Forsyth Park fountain is undergoing its first major restoration since 1988, with full removal and off-site refurbishment planned this summer. Residents have expressed concerns about the personalized “signature bricks” surrounding the fountain, purchased decades ago for $50 each to help fund the previous restoration by the volunteer group Signatures of Savannah. The city confirmed the bricks will remain in place during the project and will be repointed to refresh the mortar, ensuring stability. The $650,000 restoration aims to preserve both the fountain and the bricks, with the fountain expected to return by early fall.
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Meet Lupe: Zoo Atlanta’s colorful toco toucan | FOX 5 News
SUMMARY: Zoo Atlanta welcomes Lupe, a colorful toco toucan—the largest toucan species native to South America. Lupe mainly eats fruit but also catches insects midair. Visitors can see her in the free-flight bird show, Fantastic Flights, featured during the upcoming Savannah Nights adult-only events in June, July, and August. This weekend, Zoo Atlanta hosts a family-friendly Neighborhood Block Party with discounted admission, inflatable slides, and bubble entertainment. The toco toucan’s distinctive blue eye ring helps camouflage her shape from predators. Zoo Atlanta offers many exciting events and animal encounters for all ages throughout the summer.

Lupe is one of the brightest birds taking wing during Zoo Atlanta’s Fantastic Flights. She and Becky Young joined Joanne Feldman to talk about all the fun events coming to the zoo this June.
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How Saharan air impacts tropical systems
SUMMARY: The Saharan Air Layer (SAL) is a warm, dry air mass carrying dust from the Sahara Desert across the Atlantic during late spring to early fall. It typically spans from half a mile to three miles above the surface and affects tropical storms and hurricanes in various ways. Generally, the SAL inhibits storm development by warming the atmosphere, reducing thunderstorm activity, cooling ocean waters, and increasing wind shear, which disrupts storms. It mainly impacts weaker systems like tropical depressions, while stronger hurricanes can often resist its effects, though they may still be weakened. Occasionally, SAL dust can enhance rainfall by aiding cloud formation.
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Traffic enforcement in full gear as Rick Ross car show returns
SUMMARY: Rick Ross’s annual car show in Fayetteville draws large crowds, causing significant traffic challenges. To manage this, about 150 law enforcement officers from Fayetteville and nearby areas are actively directing traffic and monitoring via drones. Chief Deputy Anthony Rhodes emphasized keeping traffic flowing and ensuring emergency vehicles have access. Parking problems have led to major jams, with strict towing enforced for illegal roadside parking. Shuttle services operate from designated lots where security checks occur, and drop-offs near Rick Ross’s mansion are prohibited. Peak traffic times are 7–11 a.m. and 4–11 p.m., with efforts focused on safety and smooth movement.

Rick Ross is holding his fourth annual car show at this 350-acre estate in Fayetteville and law enforcement is doing what they can to manage traffic.
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