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Democrats and Republicans find common ground in affordable housing debate: Curb corporate landlords
Georgia candidates from both political parties are finding rare common ground by pledging to address the growing influence of corporate-owned housing on affordability and tenant quality of life.
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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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3mOutlet Project aims to reduce mental health stigma with new event series
The Atlanta-based non-profit The Outlet Project is set to launch its new mental health event series, Healing Out Loud, on September 19 to help reduce stigma through community engagement.
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4mConcrete Jungle fights food insecurity by rescuing surplus produce
Volunteer-led nonprofit Concrete Jungle continues its mission to combat food insecurity by coordinating produce harvests from various Georgia locations, such as a recent muscadine pick at Adams Vineyard.
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5mExclusive: Canvas Companies acquires century-old North Highridge Apartments in Poncey-Highland
A locally-owned real estate firm, Canvas Companies, has acquired the historic North Highridge Apartments in Atlanta's Poncey-Highland neighborhood with plans to maintain the century-old complex's legacy.
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7mLawmakers mull cybersecurity concerns as they prepare for overhaul of Georgia’s voting system
As Georgia moves toward a hand-marked paper ballot system for 2028, experts urge officials to prioritize evolving cybersecurity, voter privacy, and long-term maintenance in their selection process.