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There's never been a better time for women's soccer in Atlanta
With the Men’s World Cup wrapping up, Atlanta United resuming its season, the city bidding for the 2031 Women’s World Cup, and a women’s national soccer league club debuting in 2028, there's never…
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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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7mAtlanta doctors discuss the pros and cons of taking a GLP-1 for weight management
Rough Draft Atlanta spoke to two area physicians on how GLP-1s work, why strength training and other lifestyle habits can support successful results, and who should take these drugs – or avoid them altogether.
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3mRoberts Drive in Sandy Springs closed after fire hydrant crash
Roberts Drive in north Sandy Springs is closed until July 17 due to an overnight fire hydrant crash that caused flooding and undermined the roadway, with repairs expected to be completed by Saturday morning.
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3mFamilies rally for policy to protect immigrant students in DeKalb
Families and community advocates spoke in support of the Safe Space to Learn policy at the DeKalb County Board of Education meeting to protect immigrant students from ICE agents, and urged the board to prioritize its adoption by conducting the first read at the next meeting on August 10.
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3mNorcross residents to vote for new city council member in November
Norcross is holding a special election on November 3 to fill the unexpired term of Marshall Cheek, who passed away in June, and eligible voters can register to vote by October 5 and vote in-person or by absentee ballot.