Rough Draft Atlanta
Blair wins race to finish late Georgia congressman’s term and makes history in the process
Everton Blair secured a historic victory in Georgia's 13th District special election, becoming the first openly gay Black man from the South to serve in Congress.
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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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4mFrom TV shows, concerts, and movies, Dolly Parton was no stranger to metro Atlanta
Country music legend Dolly Parton, who maintained deep personal and professional ties to Georgia throughout her iconic career, has passed away at 80 following a battle with cancer.
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4mNew Norcross police headquarters opens for community tours Sept. 1-3
The City of Norcross, the Southwest Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, and local community members have scheduled several public tours of the new $27 million public safety building in early September.
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5mDCSD shares 2030 goals and SAP updates at Tucker City Council
DeKalb County School District leaders shared academic achievement updates and announced upcoming public comment sessions for the Student Assignment Project focused on addressing overcrowding in six school clusters.
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6mNorcross brings new city manager on board immediately as consultant
The Norcross City Council appointed former Henry County Manager Cheri Hobson-Matthews as the new city manager, an appointment effective Sept. 11 following a unanimous vote by elected officials.