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Sales tax surge helps lift Georgia net tax collections in July
Georgia net tax collections rose 3.1% to $2.57 billion in July, driven by strong sales and corporate income tax receipts despite declines in individual income and motor fuel taxes.
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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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3mAPS ranks No. 1 among metro area school systems for academic improvement, district says
Atlanta Public Schools leads metro Atlanta in academic growth, driven by strategic initiatives that have boosted math proficiency, improved student attendance, and ensured full teacher staffing for the year.
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3mElectronics recycling drive scheduled for Aug. 15 to benefit local students
Sandy Springs Education Force is partnering with Novus Solutions to host an electronics recycling drive on Aug. 15 at North Springs High School to fundraise for local public school programs.
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2mShea Couleé joins the 2026 Atlanta Pride entertainment lineup
Drag icon Shea Couleé has been announced as a performer for the 2026 Atlanta Pride festival taking place on October 10 and 11 at Piedmont Park.
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5mFulton County asks Atlanta for quick deal on city detention center
Five members of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners offered to purchase the Atlanta City Detention Center for $56.5 million in an August 10 letter to Mayor Andre Dickens and the Atlanta City Council.