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Another big year for Georgia Lottery
Georgia Lottery raises over $1.5 billion for education in fiscal year 2026, boosting HOPE Scholarships and pre-K programs while celebrating a record-breaking $983 million jackpot winner in Newnan.
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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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11m🇪🇸 Spain wins
¡La Roja! Monday, July 20 — Spain won the FIFA World Cup with a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina yesterday, capturing its second title and becoming the first nation to hold both the men’s and women’s World Cup crowns simultaneously. Lionel Messi’s Argentina finished as runner-up in what could be his final tournament. England beat France […]
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2mWork continues on new West Peachtree Street bike lane
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3mAtlanta announces partnership to build Visa Street Soccer Park as World Cup legacy project
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