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Children’s to expand pediatric services to Adamsville and Union City
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is expanding pediatric care with new facilities in Adamsville and Union City, ensuring Atlanta families are never more than thirty minutes from high-quality medical…
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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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5mDowntown Norcross entrepreneurs call for better support and growth
At a July 22 meeting, Norcross residents and business owners expressed concerns regarding declining downtown vitality and rising operational costs. Mary Dowdy of the Historic Norcross Business Association highlighted issues like sparse weekday foot traffic and potential shifts toward gross revenue taxation.
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6mAtlanta leaders tout success of hosting 2026 FIFA World Cup
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens praised city employees and public safety departments for their successful management of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which saw increased tourism and decreased crime rates during its six-week run.
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3mSpruill Gallery opens submissions for seventh annual AMPLIFY mural contest
The Spruill Gallery is accepting nationwide submissions through August 28 for its seventh annual AMPLIFY mural competition, which features a $10,000 prize and a display at the historic Spruill Smoke House.
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6mCity officials approve Roswell Road safety study and sidewalk gap fill
The Sandy Springs City Council approved several major expenditures during its July 21 meeting, including contracts for new police SUVs, a safety study for Roswell Road, and a sidewalk gap-fill project.