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Kindergarten vaccine rates still below 90% in Georgia, with exemptions on the rise
New CDC data shows declining kindergarten vaccination rates and rising exemptions, sparking concerns about public health and the necessity of maintaining herd immunity against preventable diseases.
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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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3mAtlanta City Council approves $1.3 billion in revenue bonds for airport upgrades
On August 17, the Atlanta City Council approved significant funding for Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and various transportation initiatives, while proposing new regulations for data centers and historical recognition for Washington Park.
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7mIndustry leaders discuss the impact of AI on development and permitting
At the Council for Quality Growth's INTERSECTION Development Conference, leaders from the public and private sectors explored how artificial intelligence can optimize infrastructure planning, construction, and municipal permitting processes in the metro Atlanta region.
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3mJewish groups warn metro Atlanta residents about fake Holocaust reparation scam
Jewish organizations in metro Atlanta warned residents that unsolicited letters from a fraudulent group claiming to offer Holocaust reparations are a scam.
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6mChastain Park provides free dental care during Smile Generation Serve Day
During PDS Health's annual Smile Generation Serve Day on August 15, Dr. Shivani Mallishery and her staff at Chastain Park Dentistry in Sandy Springs provided free dental care to several underserved patients.