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Atlanta area confirms West Nile virus presence in mosquitoes
The CDC has reported the highest number of human West Nile virus cases since 2004, with 54 confirmed cases and 5 deaths in Georgia in 2024, and mosquito control staff have recovered positive samples…
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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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6mThis week at the Farmers Market
Discover what's fresh at Atlanta's farmers markets this week! Explore a bounty of seasonal produce and learn how to make delicious Spring Roll Bowls and Spicy Miso Cucumber Salad.
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9m📚 Black Girl Book Fair
And then there were eight Thursday, July 9 — The FIFA World Cup quarterfinals begin today with France v Morocco at 4 p.m. in Boston (FOX). Check out our watch party guide here. 🌧️ Light rain with a high of 93° today, but it will feel hotter. 🦟 The CDC recorded the earliest, most active start to […]
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5mJuly 9 Quick Bites: New restaurants in Decatur and Reynoldstown, Alpharetta food festival, four-course urban farm picnic
In this week’s Quick Bites, get updates on Atlanta restaurant openings in Reynoldstown and Decatur. Learn how to become an investor in an upcoming South Downtown restaurant. Plus, we shout out a couple of recommended dishes to order at new Avondale Estates restaurant Last Dance.
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3mOfficer charged in fatal shooting of 19-year-old in DeKalb County
Officer Derrick Harris Jr. of the DeKalb County Police Department has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and reckless conduct after firing his gun and killing 19-year-old Seth Jayden Eccles, who was being arrested for active warrants.