Rough Draft Atlanta
City zoning committee puts Peachtree Circle historic district designation on hold
Atlanta City Council has paused the historic designation for Peachtree Circle, requiring proponents to secure a supermajority of resident support to move forward with preserving the street's heritage.
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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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4mEast Atlanta Village bar Mary's withstands the test of time as a queer nightlife staple
Owned by Ben Cheaves and Bill Overall since 2005, Mary's remains a long-standing queer bar staple in East Atlanta Village, and one of city's most beloved LGBTQ+ nightlife spots.
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4mNew temporary exits opening on SR 400 starting Aug. 29
The Georgia Department of Transportation is scheduled to open two new temporary exits on SR 400 on Aug. 29 while closing the existing ramp for the first phase of its multi-billion-dollar widening project.
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9mMARTA to update more than 30 routes, schedules; 5 already changed
MARTA has announced widespread routing and schedule updates across its transit network to improve efficiency, also impacting paratransit services. Riders are encouraged to review new timetables and plan accordingly.
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4mField finalized for 2026 TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club
The top 30 golfers compete at East Lake for the 2026 TOUR Championship, as Scottie Scheffler seeks his second FedExCup title against a talented, hungry field.