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Volunteers work to beautify Downtown Atlanta ahead of FIFA World Cup
Hundreds of volunteers gathered in Downtown Atlanta for a massive beautification project, preparing the city for the upcoming FIFA World Cup while fostering long-term community revitalization and…
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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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5mAtlanta City Council funds $8M trail to connect Westside Beltline and PATH Parkway
The Atlanta City Council voted to fund an $8 million project to connect the Westside Beltline Connector trail and the PATH Parkway trail, while also proposing resolutions to reduce the use of AI in city communications and considering a tax increase on owners of abandoned or neglected properties.
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8mPride Across Georgia: Festivals, fundraisers, and music highlight June
Celebrate Pride Month across Georgia this June with a diverse lineup of festivals, parades, drag shows, and community events spanning Atlanta, Athens, Augusta, and beyond.
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10m🚌 Beltline shuttle launch
No drivers, no problem Tuesday, June 2 — This Friday, the Atlanta Beltline will launch ATL Spoke, a free, driverless community shuttle on the Westside. Service will operate seven days a week from noon-10 p.m., stopping at MARTA West End Station, Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard at Beecher Street, and two stops within the Lee + White district. […]
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2mGov. Kemp won't renew gas tax suspension
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp ends the state's gasoline tax suspension tonight, leading to an expected price jump of over 30 cents per gallon as the state faces budget shortfalls.