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Several controversial bills get final passage on Sine Die. But not all

Brookhaven Reporter 3/30 4:03A Sarah Kallis | GPB

The Georgia Legislature gave final passage to several controversial bills on the last day of the legislative session — but not all. Here s a roundup. The budget Both chambers passed the Fiscal Year...

Community organization renamed as Leadership Perimeter

Brookhaven Reporter 3/30 3:58A Bob Pepalis

Leadership Perimeter welcomed its Class of 2023 with a luau last fall. (Leadership Perimeter) A local non-profit organization that develops community leaders in the Sandy Springs area changed its name...

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens delivers his second State of the City Address

CW69 Atlanta 3/30 3:20A Valencia Jones

ATLANTA (WUPA) Following the mayor's State of the City Address on Tuesday, Atlanta residents talked about how they feel about the direction of the city. Mayor Andre Dickens delivered his address after...

Roark Capital considers buying the Subway franchise, Bloomberg says

Atlanta Business Chronicle 3/30 1:52A Zach Armstrong

Roark Capital Group is the largest private equity firm in Atlanta.

Downtown Atlanta now transforming from office to entertainment district, GWCCA director says

Atlanta Business Chronicle 3/30 12:00A Chris Fuhrmeister

Georgia World Congress Center Authority Executive Director Frank Poe believes Downtown Atlanta is transitioning from an office district to a residential and entertainment...

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Private school voucher bill fails in the Georgia House as Democrats hold the line

Education - The Atlanta Voice 3/29 9:33P Itoro N. Umontuen

Day 40 is the final day that the Georgia General Assembly can meet, it’s referred to as Sine Die (sign-knee-dye), a Latin term meaning ‘indefinitely’. It’s a day where bills either are passed, they...

‘Ruby Bridges’ movie under review by Florida school district after parent complaint

Education - The Atlanta Voice 3/29 2:22P Nicole Chavez, Justin Gamble and

(CNN) A film about a Black first grader who integrated an all-White elementary school in the South is under review in a Florida school district after a parent objected to the movie s use of slurs and...

Florida becomes 4th red state to expand school-choice options this year

Education - The Atlanta Voice 3/29 7:15A CNN

(CNN) Riding the so-called parental rights movement, more Republican-led states are changing the way they fund K-12 education, making it easier for families to use taxpayer dollars to send their...

North Springs, St. Pius X and Whitefield Academy among schools nominated for Shuler Awards

Northside Neighbor (Education) 3/28 12:00P Elizabeth Nouryeh-Clay @NouryehN

North Springs High School, St. Pius X Catholic High School and Whitefield Academy are among schools nominated for the 2023 Shuler Awards.

Woodruff Arts Center Educator Conference returns for 10th year

Northside Neighbor (Education) 3/28 10:46A Elizabeth Nouryeh-Clay @NouryehN

Presented by the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and High Museum of Art, the Woodruff Arts Center Educator Conference: Energize Through Arts Integration will...

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Dorion Renaud, Founder Of The Award-winning Skincare Brand Buttah Skin Presented With The 2023...

It's Arkeedah 3/30 3:12A Arkeedah

Dorion Renaud, founder of the award-winning skincare brand, Buttah Skin , has been presented with the prestigious Emerging Brand Partner of the Year Award by Macy’s. Renaud accepted the award at a...

Leroy Venn, DDS

Atlanta Magazine 3/29 8:03A mollybrown

For 18 years, Dr. Leroy Venn has made the field of orthodontics and the evolution of his practice his life’s work. Operating in three communities in the metro area, He is a proud native of Decatur and...

Progressive Endodontics

Atlanta Magazine 3/29 7:57A mollybrown

At Progressive Endodontics, our mission is simple: We provide exceptional endodontic care in a warm, friendly, and comfortable environment. Waheed Malik, DDS has been practicing in Duluth since 1998....

Siegel & Dolt Comprehensive Dental Care

Atlanta Magazine 3/29 7:50A mollybrown

Located in Brookhaven on Buford Highway between Lenox Road and North Druid Hills Road, Siegel & Dolt Comprehensive Dental Care has served generations of Atlanta families for 60 years. Dr. Siegel and...

Moores Mill Dental

Atlanta Magazine 3/29 7:43A mollybrown

Our doctors at Moores Mill Dental—Dr. Nancy Ferrara (cosmetic and general dentistry), Dr. Eric Ferrara (oral and maxillofacial surgery), and Dr. Andrew Shehata (pediatric dentistry)—are qualified to...

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Hugh Acheson Closes Empire State South in Midtown

Eater Atlanta 3/30 5:27A Beth McKibben

Empire State South It’s the end of era in Midtown, as Empire State South closes after nearly 13 years there It’s the end of era. Empire State South closes after nearly 13 years in Midtown. Owner and...

A Guide to Atlanta Farmers Markets and Local Food Producers

Eater Atlanta 3/30 4:30A Jennifer Zyman

Shutterstock Atlanta farmers markets, local farms, grocery services, and CSAs, updated for 2023 Atlantans are cooking at home more and more these days. Mindful of the need to support local businesses...

18 Atlanta Bars and Restaurants Serving Marvelous Martinis

Eater Atlanta 3/29 8:00A Beth McKibben

The Betty From gin martinis with a lemon twist and vodka martinis served dirty with blue cheese olives to variations on the classic cocktail Most martini drinkers are very particular about how they...

Out of Eight Semifinalists, One Chef Will Represent Atlanta at the James Beard Awards

Eater Atlanta 3/29 5:30A Beth McKibben

Terry Koval is a finalist for best chef southeast. | The Deer and the Dove Terry Koval from the Deer and the Dove is a finalist for best chef southeast After announcing the semifinalists in January ,...

Where to Eat at Truist Park, Home of the Atlanta Braves

Eater Atlanta 3/29 3:15A Eater Staff

Truist Park/Atlanta Braves H&F Burger, Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q, so many local food options can be found at the Braves stadium and Battery Atlanta It’s finally baseball season again at Braves Truist Park...

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Comfortable and Chic: The Best Flats to Elevate Your Wardrobe

Coco Bassey 3/29 4:22A Dani Fines

If you know me, you know flats are my preferred shoe and here s how I style them. Today, we re covering how to style flats, and lining up some of my favorite flats and loafers...

Rag & Bone Sweater 101: Finding and Styling Your New Favorite Essential Sweater

Coco Bassey 3/23 10:00P Coco

Here’s everything you need to know about shopping for your next Rag Bone sweater. The Rag Bone brand is known for its timeless designs. The brand has a focus on women s...

Just Do It Yourself

Fashion - The Atlanta Voice 3/21 10:14A Donnell Suggs

Ethics cost $120 and come in various color ways. Above: The Ethics LG Twos. The new pairs drop in April. Photo courtesy of Ethics College Park Skyhawks guard Langston Galloway has flat feet. The...

What I Wore: 2 Days in Palto Alto with Loro Piana

Coco Bassey 3/21 2:03A Dani Fines

I just got back from spending a couple of days in Palo Alto, California with Loro Piana last week Here s a peek into what we did, and what I wore! Everything s linked below,...

Winter-to-Spring Transition Items for Your Wardrobe

Coco Bassey 3/20 6:29A Dani Fines

sponsored by Nordstrom and Collective Voice. Warmer days ahead! It s finally happening longer days and more sunshine is on the horizon! Here s a roundup of transitional pieces...

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MLB The Show breaks barrier, adds Negro League players to video game

Atlanta CBS Local Sports 3/30 5:19A Michael King

LOS ANGELES (AP) MLB The Show has broken a video game barrier: For the first time, the franchise will insert some of the greatest Negro League players from Satchel Paige to Jackie Robinson into the...

Calais Campbell: Falcons where I felt I could have most impact on and off field

Atlanta Falcons ProFootballTalk 3/30 1:28A Josh Alper

Veteran defensive lineman Calais Campbell became the latest free agent to agree to a contract with the Falcons when he struck a deal with the team on Wednesday and he ll be...

Calais Campbell agrees to sign with Falcons

Atlanta Falcons ProFootballTalk 3/29 1:20A Josh Alper

Veteran defensive lineman Calais Campbell has found a home for the 2023 season. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Campbell has agreed to a one-year deal with the Falcons....

Atlanta Hawks survive 44 point night from Donovan Mitchell and beat the Cavs

Sports - The Atlanta Voice 3/28 5:46P Itoro N. Umontuen

Donovan Mitchell had 44 points and Darius Garland added 27 points Tuesday night but it wasn t enough as the Atlanta Hawks held on to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-118 at State Farm Arena. Dejounte...

Lamar Jackson pushes back on the narrative that he’s an injury risk

Atlanta Falcons ProFootballTalk 3/28 5:45P Mike Florio

Yes, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has suffered injuries in each of the last two Decembers. Yes, he has missed time due to those injuries. Yes, some have suggested he could...

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How Do You Treat an Almond Allergy?

Food Allergies Atlanta 3/28 3:00A Dr. Thomas Chacko

An allergy to almonds is a common type of allergy in children, though it can develop at any age. With the benefit of a professional tree nut allergy treatment , individuals...

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