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DeKalb County gathers feedback for new cultural arts plan
The DeKalb Council for the Arts hosted a community meeting to gather feedback on the development of the county's cultural arts plan, with a major theme of responses being accessibility.
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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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4mAtlanta City Council approves moratorium on self-storage facilities
The Atlanta City Council passed an 180-day moratorium on self-storage construction, awarded $1.9 million for land acquisition at Valley of the Hawks, approved a resolution to renegotiate the More MARTA agreement, authorized the acquisition of 2.5 acres from MARTA for an EMS/fire station, and proposed a citywide heat safety response plan.
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8m🔔 Sound bath boom
To your health Wednesday, July 8 — I’m back! I hope y’all had a safe and restful holiday weekend. 🏆 After running (and spectating) the Peachtree on Saturday, I was glued to my TV all afternoon watching the 2026 Prefontaine Classic, a track meet held at the University of Oregon’s historic Hayward Field. American middle-2distance star Nikki Hiltz won […]
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2mHabitat for Humanity and Macon Pride partner for LGBTQ+ housing initiative
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2mPortrait exhibit showcases diverse non-binary experiences in Atlanta
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