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Atlanta considers private security screening at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
The Atlanta City Council unanimously supported a resolution to study the potential of privatizing security screening at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, which could be conducted by an independent…
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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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6mNorcross brings new city manager on board immediately as consultant
The Norcross City Council appointed former Henry County Manager Cheri Hobson-Matthews as the new city manager, an appointment effective Sept. 11 following a unanimous vote by elected officials.
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4mSelf-taught artist André René Epps Jr. pitches 10-painting series
Atlanta artist André René Epps Jr. seeks a gallery for his debut series, 'Everything They Didn't Tell Me,' a theatrical, four-act collection born from his life and work.
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7mSchool cafeterias are the busiest restaurants in metro Atlanta
It takes a lot of coordination and people to feed tens of thousands of school kids each week. To understand how school lunch programs operate, Rough Draft spoke with nutrition professionals for Fulton County Schools and the DeKalb County Schools.
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4mThese two Atlanta nonprofits offer wellness services and support to cancer patients and survivors
Atlanta-based nonprofits Future Perfect Integrative Wellness and The Grief House offer retreats, massage therapy, yoga classes, grief and healing circles, and other wellness services for patients and caregivers navigating cancer.