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LGBTQ+ group endorses Jason Esteves for Georgia governor
Georgia Equality, the state's largest LGBTQ+ advocacy organization, has endorsed Jen Jordan and Miracle Rankin for the Georgia Supreme Court, and Jason Esteves for the Democratic nomination for…
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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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3mNàdair in Woodland Hills to close next weekend
Acclaimed Atlanta restaurant Nàdair, led by chef Kevin Gillespie, announces its closure effective June 27 due to economic challenges despite receiving prestigious accolades from Michelin and The New York Times.
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5mSandy Springs residents eye Fire Station 4 plans
Sandy Springs is set to begin construction on a new state-of-the-art fire station on Roswell Road this fall, with completion estimated in December 2027, which will bring the fire department's operations solely within the city and improve response times.
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5mThe Breman's legacy: Outgoing director leaves behind a thriving cultural center
Leslie Gordon, Executive Director of The Breman for seven years, is stepping down to become a part-time consultant for the cultural center, after expanding its programming, strengthening its financials, and raising its profile regionally, nationally, and internationally.
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5mLawmakers seek to delay QR code voting ban while adding property tax cuts for homeowners
Georgia lawmakers advanced legislation to delay a ban on voting machine QR codes until 2028 and introduced over 80 local bills aimed at reducing homeowner property taxes via sales tax referendums.