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Summer will bring major events to Atlanta: Here’s what’s in store
Summer is always a season with lots to do, and 2025 is no exception. Atlanta has a packed calendar ahead; here are some things to check out for yourself.
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Curry, tacos, pork belly doughnuts and more dishes to try in June
Here are four dishes to seek out this month in the metro area, including one where a flower is the star as well as an edible vessel that holds a tasty filling.
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15 family-friendly things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend
Your guide to fun things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta now that the kids are out of school.
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WigWag Fest to bring eclectic lineup of musicians, artists to Avondale Estates
Although the festival is free, you can upgrade your experience with a VIP ticket.
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Alliance’s promising premiere ‘Millions’ is not yet money in the bank
Alliance Theatre’s latest world premiere musical “Millions,” running through June 15, comes to Atlanta stacked with dazzling names attached. And its pedigree is unmatched.
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Bear Hollow Zoo mourns loss of 22-year-old black bear
The zoo, located within Athens’ Memorial Park, hosts about 50 different animals species native to Georgia that have been deemed “non-releasable."
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Pilates studio founder moves from tragedy to helping others heal
Stephanie Dietrich opened Reformology Pilates Studio to help others find the self-care and healing she did after her husband died while she was recovering from back surgery.
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Is the Black mecca ‘10 years behind the rest of the world’ on mental health?
Residents, advocates and policy experts are fighting daily to bring equity to underserved communities.
I got lost taking MARTA, but I will ride again
MARTA transit ridership has been in decline and has not recovered to pre-pandemic levels, but the system provides Atlanta residents a safe, clean and efficient service.
Georgians should read the research before embracing legalized marijuana
Georgia voters and policymakers should not be swayed by binary polls showing a majority of residents supporting marijuana legalization until they have all the facts.
Republicans’ ‘big beautiful bill’ is a budget-busting boondoggle
Republicans promised for years to finally tackle the national debt and the deficit. This "Big Beautiful Bill Act" does the opposite, while adding perks for special interests.
I took thousands of Stone Mountain visitors’ photos as an act of kindness
Atlanta has long welcomed newcomers and rejected hate. Random acts of kindess can support that tradition.
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Georgia cities, counties included in feds’ list targeting ‘sanctuary jurisdictions’
Several Georgia localities on the Trump administration's list have rejected accusations that they are sanctuary jurisdictions, which are outlawed in the state.
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AJC Peachtree Road Race Updates: Why are you doing this?
It’s a fair question with endless answers: for fun, for tradition, and so on. Your reasons are your own. Keep them close so you can remind yourself as the miles get long.
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PHOTOS: Braves struggles continue in loss to Red Sox
The Braves lost again Friday for their seventh loss in nine games since rising above the .500 mark May 18.
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PHOTOS: Georgia baseball wins opener in NCAA Athens Regional
The Georgia Bulldogs defeated Binghamton 20-4 on Friday afternoon at Foley Field in their first game in the NCAA Tournament.
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PHOTOS: Students spell their way to the top at Scipps National Spelling Bee
Nine spellers, including DeKalb County fifth-grader Sarv Dharavane, took the stage for the dramatic finals of the Scripps National Spelling Bee on Thursday.