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Firefighters respond to Monday morning house fire in Austell
AUSTELL, Ga. - Firefighters from Austell and Cobb County responded to a house fire on Monday morning in Austell. It happened in the 6000 block of Spring Street. No other information was released about the fire. Check back for updates.
Homeowner’s grandson “intentionally” sets home on fire, neighbor detains him until police arrive
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — Investigators have determined that a house fire in Gwinnett County was “intentionally” set by the homeowner’s grandson. Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services responded to a call from a neighbor about a fire on Iron Gate Court in Lawrenceville on Saturday night just before 9 p.m. The caller said smoke was coming from the outside of the home. The neighbor told authorities that the grandson of the homeowner tried to burn the house down. Firefighters arrived at the scene to find a well-involved fire in the garage which appeared to have spread to the back of the home. All three adults inside the home made it out.
Gwinnett County BOC District 3 commissioner to host Town Hall Saturday on fighting Fentanyl
The Gwinnett County community is invited to attend a town hall meeting hosted District 3 Commissioner Jasper Watkins III this upcoming weekend. District 3 encompasses Dacula, Grayson, Loganville, Snellville, and parts of Lawrenceville. The town hall meeting dubbed, Fighting Fentanyl Town Hall with District 3 Commissioner Jasper Watkins III, is...
Atlanta Housing ramping up efforts to preserve, build new housing
It’s been quite a turnaround for the Atlanta Housing Authority. After years of relative inactivity, Atlanta Housing (AH) has a sense of urgency to develop more affordable housing to meet its goal of 10,000 more units over the next six years. At the helm of those efforts is Terri...
Atlanta Community Food Bank is distributing more food than ever. Leaders say it's still not enough
EAST POINT, Ga. — The Atlanta Community Food Bank is distributing more food than ever, but leaders say it's still not enough. "The problem is as soon as that food comes in, it goes right out the door," Atlanta Community Food Bank CEO Kyle Waide said. "Because there's so much pressure on the demand side."
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U.S. News & World Report Names Grady Among Best Hospitals for 2024-2025 as High Performing
Grady Health System has been named by U.S. News & World Report to its 2024-2025 list of Best Hospitals as a High Performing hospital for Heart Failure and COPD. This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings. The annual...
Chick-fil-A customers can win free food through online game
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Starting Monday, you can “eat mor chikin” by playing an online racing game. From July 22 through Aug. 17, Chick-fil-A fans can play “Code Moo,” the Atlanta-based chain’s digital game, for the chance to win free food every week.
ATL Lady Hawks were meant to fly
The ATL Lady Hawks, a senior women's basketball team founded in 2022, is made up of 28 women over 50 who are passionate about the game and are preparing to compete in the 2024 Georgia Golden Basketball Olympics and the National Senior Basketball Games in July 2025. The post ATL Lady Hawks were meant to fly appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
ATL Airport Nightmare Continues: Families forced to find spots on floor to sleep as flights get canceled
As flight delays and cancellations enter their fourth day, families are sharing with Channel 2 Action News their travel nightmares, including sleeping on the airport floor. Channel 2′s Christian Jennings reported live from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Monday. As of 3:30 p.m., at least 382 flights out of...
Luvme Hair Celebrates Success in Georgia with its Atlanta Pop-Up Shop
The pop-up shop showcased Luvme Hair’s commitment to bringing quality and style to every customer. ATLANTA, Ga. /Massachusetts Newswire – National News/ — Luvme Hair, a leading brand in the human hair wigs industry, successfully hosted its first pop-up shop in Atlanta, Georgia from July 12th to 14th, building on the success of previous events in New York City and Houston. The event celebrated beauty, innovation, and community. Attendees had the chance to discover Luvme hair’s best-selling collections and products and indulge in personalized, exclusive experiences.
Tech’s LGBTQIA+ Resource Center supports Atlanta’s Pride Month Festivities
Pride month celebrations commenced in Atlanta, this past June, marking 54 years since the first celebrations. The month-long observance started in June of 1970, commemorating the first anniversary of the violent police raid at Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York. The raid resulted in 14 being arrested and several injured, sparking an international movement for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies who called for equal rights and visibility.
Fox Theatre announces deadline for Fox Gives single-year grant program
ATLANTA - The Fox Theatre is calling on historic theaters and landmarks across Georgia to apply for its Fox Gives’ Single-Year Grant Program. This initiative aims to address emergency needs, historic structure studies or planning, technical assistance, and preservation grants. Interested applicants must submit a Letter of Intent (LOI)...
Druski Announces Inaugural ‘Coulda Fest’ With Lil Baby, Kai Cenat, Soulja Boy, and More
Druski's taking Coulda Been Records and turning it into a comedy and music festival in Atlanta. The comedian announced his inaugural Coulda Fest will be held on Sept. 7 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Lil Baby, Kai Cenat, Soulja Boy, Waka Flocka Flame, along with southern rap legends Young Dro, Roscoe Dash, Travis Porter, and DJ Unk are all set to appear.
Tech Receives ITA Academic Honors
THE FLATS – Georgia Tech women’s tennis was recognized academically by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association on Monday, as the organization announced five Yellow Jacket student-athletes were named ITA Scholar-Athletes. Additionally, the program was recognized with the ITA All-Academic Team Award for the fifth consecutive year. Representing Georgia Tech...
Atlanta Market names 6 Summer 2024 Best Booth Award winners
Atlanta Market names 6 Summer 2024 Best Booth Award winners. Atlanta Market presented Best Booth Awards to six temporary exhibitors in recognition of exceptional merchandising and visual innovation, with L’AVANT Collective receiving a special “Best of Show” distinction. The Summer 2024 temporary exhibits run through July 21, 2024, at AmericasMart Atlanta.
Morehouse College Human Rights Film Festival To Include 40 Films, 18 Nominated For Awards
The Sixth Annual Morehouse College Human Rights Film Festival will include 40 films. Among these 40,18 films have been nominated for awards in these four categories—Documentary Feature, Documentary Short, Narrative Short, and Student Film. The festival will be held at Morehouse College on Sept. 17 – 21. This...
Johns Creek Named Top U.S. Suburb by Travel + Leisure, Shines in Metro Atlanta
Johns Creek, a suburban gem nestled in the metro Atlanta area, has been crowned the top suburb in the United States, according to a recent revelation by Travel + Leisure Magazine. This distinction comes from the magazine's evaluation of expert realtor feedback and comprehensive livability rankings. Fox5 Atlanta reports that the city stood out for its low crime rates, plentiful outdoor activities—bolstered by proximity to the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area—and outstanding schools that collectively argue for its number one spot as a desirable locale for families.
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