Student absenteeism a persistent problem, but Georgia is doing better than most states

MARTA 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.

South Downtown developers shift focus from rapid redevelopment to establishing a 24/7 neighborhood 

After two-plus years of construction and opening new businesses and restaurants, South Downtown developers will wrap up Phase I of the development and “let the market marinate,” while turning their attention to attracting residents to the neighborhood.

🎨 Jovita Moore mural

Back to school Monday, Aug. 3 — Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced a deal with holdout senators late last night, rescinding a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund tied to a settlement in President Donald Trump’s IRS lawsuit. The move came two days before the Senate Judiciary Committee’s scheduled vote on Blanche’s nomination to serve as attorney general permanently. ☔ Pop-up showers and 83° today. 🎒 It’s the first day of school for a handful of local public school districts, including City Schools of Decatur and Atlanta Public Schools, plus Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fayette, and Fulton counties.  🏫 A parent-led nonprofit received state […]

Truth Be Told in Roswell debuts new menu, adds Sunday brunch

Roswell's Truth Be Told restaurant debuts an enticing American-French dinner menu and prepares to launch a sophisticated Sunday brunch service starting August 9th.

Three Dunwoody council members earn achievement certificates through GMA training

Dunwoody City Council members Catherine Lautenbacher, Rob Price, and Joe Seconder earned Certificates of Achievement from the Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute at the Georgia Municipal Association's annual convention.