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Fulton County DA won’t file charges against Atlanta officer accused in off-duty shooting death
The Fulton County DA will not charge Officer Melvin Potter for the shooting death of Devon Anderson, citing self-defense laws despite his mother's ongoing fight for accountability and justice.
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4mSharon Goldman joins American Jewish Committee as Atlanta regional director
Dr. Sharon Goldman, a former educator and international Jewish gap-year program director, has been appointed as the new regional director for the American Jewish Committee in Atlanta.
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5m💬 Many voices, one message
In chorus Wednesday, Oct. 14 — Eighteen artists display their work in one group exhibition in Columbus. Four creatives collaborate on a piece for the Alpharetta Arts Center. Both are ways to gather distinct voices and practices into one message. That’s what we’re exploring in this week’s Sketchbook. 🇺🇸 In Columbus, GA, Kennesaw State art professor and curator […]
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3mConstruction set to begin on MARTA's first arterial rapid transit corridor
MARTA is launching its first arterial rapid transit project on Cleveland Avenue and Metropolitan Parkway, promising faster commutes and improved stops for two of the city's busiest corridors.
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6mGeorgia voters kick off early voting with nearly 189,000 ballots cast
Georgia sees record-breaking voter turnout as residents flock to polls for early midterm voting, with major political figures encouraging supporters to secure their ballots ahead of Election Day.
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6m🏢 High Street shift
😳 Cows, watch your backs Wednesday, Oct. 14 — It’s Cathy from Rough Draft with my weekly newsletter on Dunwoody. Gird your loins, people. The Chick-fil-A on Jett Ferry Road will be closed starting Oct. 16 for renovations with a vague reference to “see you in the new year,” according to a sign on the door. […]