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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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3mKelly Rowland to headline 35th annual AIDS Walk Atlanta
The 35th Annual AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival and 5k Run is scheduled to take place at Piedmont Park on September 26 to raise funds for several HIV and AIDS service organizations.
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3mAtlanta and Fulton County continue negotiating detention center deal
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Fulton County Commissioner Rob Pitts reached a tentative agreement on the lease of the Atlanta City Detention Center, though disagreements remain regarding per-detainee costs and a proposed hospital investment.
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4mAtlanta Public Schools moves into next phase of redistricting plan
Atlanta Public Schools is entering the next phase of its APS Forward 2040 redistricting plan, which involves closing several schools and repurposing properties to address a $100 million budget shortfall and declining enrollment.
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2mRoberts Drive near Roswell Road remains closed after Sept. 1 water main break
A section of Roberts Drive near Roswell Road in Sandy Springs remained closed on September 2 following a water main break. Nearby, Sandy Springs Middle School dismissed students early due to a loss of service.