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Edge City 2.0 takes center stage in Dunwoody
DUNWOODY, Ga. — The City of Dunwoody and its economic development partners are gearing up for a series of community forums to discuss Edge City 2.0 and the future of the Perimeter market. The series will delve into critical aspects of Dunwoody’s growth and development, including economic vibrancy, housing...
In Georgia, companies want to cut emissions. Utilities are holding them back.
This story is part of a collaboration with Grist and WABE to demystify the Georgia Public Service Commission, the small but powerful state-elected board that makes critical decisions about everything from raising electricity bills to developing renewable energy. With much fanfare and celebration, Georgia Power, the state’s largest electricity provider,...
Hiding indoors from the heat? Here's what to know about air quality
LISTEN: Georgians escaping the heat by staying indoors are two to five times more at risk of breathing polluted air versus being outdoors. That’s according to the American Lung Association. GPB’s Ellen Eldridge reports on ways to stay healthy at home. Higher temperatures, humidity and indoor air pollutants...
CITY OF MABLETON MEETING NOTICE
There will be a Called Meeting of the City of Mableton, Georgia, (“City”) Mayor and Council for the purpose of discussing and/or acting upon municipal, transitional and incorporative matters. The meetings will take place at Riverside EpiCenter, 135 Riverside Parkway, Austell, Georgia and are open to the public.
Sphere-like venue coming to Centennial Yards
Immersive entertainment company Cosm is expanding its eye-popping events venue to Centennial Yards in Downtown Atlanta.The big picture: Cosm's venues, similar to The Sphere in Las Vegas, feature everything from soccer matches to Cirque du Soleil on an 87-foot diameter 12K+ LED dome, Axios' Maxwell Millington reports.They also showcase live sports, music, theater and immersive art. And they include a dining room ("The Hall") with wall-to-wall LED displays, plus a sizable rooftop terrace ("The Deck").Driving the news: On Monday, Cosm announced it has signed a lease with CIM Group to open the big-screen experience's third location in Centennial Yards.The opening...
City of Hope appoints Shady Eldaif, M.D. as Director of Thoracic Oncology
City of Hope® Cancer Center Atlanta (located in Newnan) announced Monday the appointment of Shady Eldaif, M.D., as their new director of Thoracic Oncology. In his role, Eldaif will be responsible for the coordination of their clinical team as well as the expansion and development of treatments, techniques and technology for thoracic cancer. He will also provide direct patient care as a thoracic surgeon.
8 Events Happening In and Around Peachtree Corners This August
Next month’s calendar is brimming with exciting events. From meeting Animal Control Officers to snapping photos and participating in a glow run, there’s something for everyone. Keep reading to discover all the fun happening in August. 1. Paws in the Park. Saturdays, August 3 and 10. 11 a.m.-2...
Athens courthouse temporarily closed due to bed bug infestation
ATHENS, Ga. — The Athens-Clarke County Courthouse will be closed until Monday, July 29, to treat the facility for bed bugs, according to an Athens-Clarke County Unified Government press release. Bed bugs were found in areas on only three levels, but the entire facility will be treated with the...
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