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Calculating creative ROI Wednesday, July 22 — The common thread among this week’s Rough Draft Atlanta Sketchbook stories is the creative risks that come before the creative rewards – the…
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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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10m🚧 Rethinking Monroe Drive
Monroe Drive changes Thursday, July 23 — City of Atlanta officials say plans for an $18.5 million road redesign on Monroe Drive will improve safety, but some neighbors worry it will make traffic worse and create new problems for surrounding streets. The first phase of construction will focus on the stretch from Armour Drive to Park Drive and is […]
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7mQuick Bites for July 23: Nick's Food To Go owner dies, Anne Quatrano opens new restaurant, a Danish bakery in Midtown, Medieval Christmas in July
In this week’s Quick Bites, get updates on several new restaurant openings, along with a few upcoming restaurants just announced. We also share sad news on the passing of Nick Poulos, the owner Greek takeout spot Nick’s Food To Go. And you’ll find details on food and dining events to attend around metro Atlanta, including a Medieval Christmas party.
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8mTrump highlights Republican candidates, urges Senate to pass SAVE Act during Cobb County visit
President Trump visited a Georgia high school to campaign for Republican candidates, touting economic policies while sparking intense criticism from Democrats and protests regarding the use of public venues.
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5mDowntown Norcross entrepreneurs call for better support and growth
At a July 22 meeting, Norcross residents and business owners expressed concerns regarding declining downtown vitality and rising operational costs. Mary Dowdy of the Historic Norcross Business Association highlighted issues like sparse weekday foot traffic and potential shifts toward gross revenue taxation.