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Kirkwood senior housing project gets zoning review board approval
Atlanta’s Zoning Review Board approved a controversial 47-unit micro-apartment project for homeless seniors in Kirkwood, sparking debate over density, inclusivity, and the transparency of 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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4mInvestigation ongoing into South River fish kill, officials say no chemical link
City of Atlanta officials have determined that a chemical spill at the South River Water Reclamation Center did not cause a recent fish kill in the South River, but the cause of the fish kill is still unknown.
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3mWomen-owned bookstores team up for Black Girl Book Fair
Six Black, women-owned bookstores are hosting the Black Girl Book Fair on July 11th at Brave + Kind Bookshop in Decatur, GA, featuring books, music, food, and a charitable component to support literacy programs.
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5m🇺🇸 250
Happy Fourth! Saturday, July 4 — Happy Fourth of July, and Happy 250th birthday, America! If you’re still looking for something to do, check out our comprehensive guide, and keep an eye on our Instagram to see how the RD team is celebrating. Oh, and congratulations to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, who were married last night in New York. 🌤️ […]
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3mFBI redirects hundreds of analysts to examine Fulton County’s 2020 election records
The FBI is deploying hundreds of analysts to investigate Fulton County's 2020 election records, a move condemned by Democrats as a partisan 'witch hunt' despite previous audits confirming results.