Early voting, flu vaccine offered in Sandy Springs

At six locations on six dates during early voting and on election day, Fulton County residents can cast ballots in the 2012 presidential race, then get their annual flu shots, all in one stop. The county’s “Vote and Vax” program is geared to adults age 50 and older.

One offering will be in north Fulton: Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the North Fulton Service Center, 7741 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs. Information: 404-613-6000.

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