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Sandy Springs, Atlanta headed for mediation in stalled water system negotiations
Mayor Rusty Paul is willing to risk state and federal funding to get Sandy Springs' first-ever Service Delivery Strategy agreement with Atlanta on water supply and distribution. Sandy Springs…
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4mMARTA launches new Breeze fare payment system on March 28
MARTA transitions to its new Breeze payment system starting March 28. Riders can use new tap-to-pay options or upgraded cards during the five-week transition period ending May 2.
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3mTeam Lis Smash hosts annual Rainbow Deadlift Showdown fundraiser
Team Lis Smash is hosting its seventh annual Rainbow Deadlift Showdown on June 13 at the Woodruff Athletic Complex at Agnes Scott College in Decatur to benefit LGBTQ+ and other grassroots organizations.
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4mDespite decline in big productions, Atlanta independent filmmakers find support in community
While major studio productions in Georgia face a slowdown, Atlanta's independent film scene is thriving as local creatives and rental houses collaborate to foster a resilient homegrown cinematic community.
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6mGeorgia could elect first openly transgender, nonbinary lawmaker
Bentley Hudgins is poised to become Georgia's first openly transgender and Japanese-American lawmaker, focusing on Medicaid expansion, environmental protections, and proving that diverse representation can lead to good government.
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5mCHaRM recycling center to relocate to Bankhead after 11 years in Chosewood Park
CHaRM Atlanta, a recycling center that handles hard to recycle materials, will relocate to the Bowen Homes redevelopment site in northwest Atlanta by the end of 2026 after 11 years in Chosewood Park.