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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.
Alloy Celebrates Launch of Atlanta Beltline’s New Branding & Website
Today, Alloy, the Atlanta-based precision storytelling and experiences agency for imaginative brands, celebrates the launch of the Atlanta Beltline’s new visual identity and website. The public can find and explore the new brand work on the Beltline’s website and along its iconic 22-mile trail, which connects more than 45 neighborhoods in Alloy’s hometown of Atlanta.
Fulton Fresh Mobile Market brings free vegetables to food deserts
ATLANTA -- The parking lot at St. Mark AME Church on Campbellton Road began to fill up well before 10 a.m. Tuesday. The Fulton Fresh Mobile Market, a white box truck with “Follow me to freshness” painted on the side, was already parked outside as people filed into a large room in the church basement.
UPDATE: Delta tech outage draws scrutiny from U.S. DOT
Delta Air Lines canceled over 800 flights on Monday due to an ongoing IT glitch that has drawn a response from U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. The post UPDATE: Delta tech outage draws scrutiny from U.S. DOT appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
1K students receive new shoes, school supplies from Change Church
ATLANTA - On July 20, 2024, Change Church, in partnership with The Change Foundation and local businesses, hosted the 2nd Annual Change Mart, a back-to-school initiative aimed at providing free school supplies and new sneakers to children from kindergarten through 8th grade. The event, held at Change Church, was open to the public and welcomed both church members and non-members.
GreyStone Amphitheater Fall Concert Series Line-Up Revealed
The City of Douglasville is thrilled to unveil the exciting lineup for its highly anticipated Fall Concert Series. Hosted at the GreyStone Amphitheater at the Douglasville Town Green, this year’s series promises to be unforgettable with performances by two renowned artists: Brian McKnight and Marc Cohn. On Saturday, August...
Bon Appetit at Buckhead Restaurant Week
ATLANTA - More than 30 of Buckhead’s hottest restaurants are joining forces this week to highlight the Atlanta neighborhood’s diverse culinary scene. Buckhead Restaurant Week — presented by the nonprofit Livable Buckhead — launches on Monday and continues through Saturday, July 27, featuring a lineup of top eateries including Kyma, Louisiana Bistreaux, South City Kitchen, and Beto’s Tacos.
New Footage Shows Intense Atlanta Chase as Police Apprehend Suspect in Ambulance Theft
The Atlanta Police Department has recently released additional footage capturing a high-intensity chase involving a stolen ambulance that occurred on April 17, 2024. The pursuit, which bore an unsettling resemblance to scenes from a video game, unfolded after La’Darius Williams, 27, commandeered the vehicle from Piedmont Henry Hospital with medics onboard. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, the newly published videos provide multiple perspectives, including dash and body camera views as well as aerial footage from a helicopter.
Georgia State Appoints Derrick Taylor as Men’s Tennis Head Coach with Remarkable Winning Record
Georgia State appoints Derrick Taylor as the new men's tennis head coach, bringing experience from successful coaching stints at Wingate and Columbus State. Taylor led the Wingate men's tennis program to two consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances and won the ITA Region Coach of the Year in 2023. During his time...
'Blessed': Atlanta woman celebrates 104th birthday
ATLANTA - An Atlanta grandmother celebrated a major milestone over the weekend: her 104th birthday. Mrs. Valena York Henderson turned 104 years young on Saturday, July 20. Henderson's family tells FOX 5 she has a giving heart and has received several awards for her community activism. The Atlanta native is...
10-Year-Old Boy Drives Car After Grandfather Has Medical Emergency Behind the Wheel
A quick-witted 10-year-old boy became a hero, taking the wheel of his Grandfather’s car when the 70-year-old had a medical emergency. On July 15, Drake Linn was in a pickup truck towing a boat on Interstate 75 when his grandfather, who was driving, experienced a medical emergency, according to a Facebook post by the Gordon County Sheriff’s Office in Calhoun, Georgia.
Classic City Sitters: Connecting Athens families with babysitters
University of Georgia alumna Camille Whalen was constantly being asked for babysitter recommendations, and as the chapter advisor for UGA’s Alpha Omicron Pi sorority, she had plenty of eager college students to volunteer. “The word got out that if [parents] needed a babysitter, they could ask me and I...
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