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Douglasville PD warns pink-dyed drug could be laced with Fentanyl
DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Police are sending out a warning about an eye-catching drug found in the form of pink-dyed powder. The Douglasville Police Department (DPD) says the drug is called “Tusi,” also known as pink-dyed powder cocaine. They say it comes in powdered and tablet form.
Georgia Tech 2024 Position Preview Series, Defensive Line: Will New Transfer Additions Improve the Yellow Jackets?
There is going to be a lot of intrigue with the Georgia Tech defensive line this season. To help improve one of the worst defenses in the country, Brent Key ove
Casting Call for July 17, 2024: Extra and acting roles in metro Atlanta
ATLANTA - Atlanta movie and TV productions are looking to cast roles in the next few weeks, and entertainment insider Tess Hammock has the scoop. Here are the productions Hammock shared on Good Day Atlanta that are looking for on-screen and behind-the-scenes talent. Background/Extras:. 1. The new animated project "The...
Yummy Brothers: Atlanta sibling success story
The Girl Scouts in Atlanta have some competition. They are the Yummy Brothers, a successful family-owned business run by siblings all under the age of 14 — Joshua (13), Caleb (9), Isaiah (11), Micah (7), and the new addition, Baby Andrew — who turned their love for baking into a gourmet catering company delivering cookies, beverages and even dog treats.
Marcus & Millichap facilitates sale of Hampton Inn Atlanta Fairburn
Marcus & Millichap, a commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, has facilitated the sale of the Hampton Inn Atlanta-Fairburn in Fairburn, GA. “Despite the relatively static state of the market, we successfully fielded multiple offers for the property,” said Chase Dewese, first...
Atlanta Housing Nears $2M Fundraising Milestone for Sustainability Initiatives
Atlanta Housing (AH), in partnership with SouthFace Energy Institute (SouthFace), one of the country’s leading nonprofits in sustainability, nears a key target of its 5-Year Strategic Plan with the recent receipt of a $2 million federal grant to SouthFace, of which of $1.9 million will be utilized to improve energy efficiency in Atlanta Housing units. These ‘green’ upgrades will weatherize and electrify 200 low-income multifamily homes of AH’s eventual goal of 8,250 green units. The funds will also train building managers on sustainable building management software with training, tools, and resources for the properties. Atlanta Housing’s 5-Year Strategic Plan, which launched in FY 2023, targeted a fundraising goal of $2 million towards sustainability initiatives that would improve energy efficiency in AH units.
Sephora’s 2024 Sephoria experience to take place in Atlanta
Sephora’s beauty experience event, Sephoria, is returning in 2024 with a new location for two days. Set to take place in Atlanta’s Pullman Yards on Sept. 27 and 28, the in-person event will feature more than 50 visual and tactile brand activations from a lineup that includes:. Rare...
Aabaha awarded ‘Project Grant’ from Georgia Council for the Arts
Atlanta, GA, July 17, 2024: Aabaha, a collective of theater enthusiasts based in Greater Metro Atlanta and founded in 2019, has been awarded a Project Grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA), a strategic arm of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, for fiscal year 2025. “The GCA...
Eight Area Physicians Named ‘Top Doctors’ by Atlanta Magazine
Atlanta Magazine recently named 163 physicians who practice at Piedmont to its annual list of Top Doctors, eight of whom are based at Piedmont Fayette Hospital. “These physicians are the critical element in what makes Piedmont a leading center of clinical excellence and a destination for healthcare,” said Leigh Hamby, M.D., Piedmont’s chief medical officer. “We are proud of all of their accomplishments as they continue to make a positive difference in every life they touch.”
Gwinnett man survives self-inflicted gunshot wound, faces murder charge
A Gwinnett County man who police say killed a woman before turning his gun on himself Thursday has survived his gunshot wound and is facing multiple charges, including murder.
Gwinnett County Mother Pleads Guilty to Murdering 5-Year-Old Son
The Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office announced that 23-year-old Azaria Shante Burton of Peachtree Corners has pleaded guilty to multiple charges in connection with the October 2023 death of her 5-year-old son, Jayveon Pruitt. The charges include malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault family violence, possession of a knife during the commission of a felony, first-degree arson, criminal attempt to commit a felony, and misdemeanor tampering with evidence.
Decatur launches pace car program to slow down drivers and prevent pedestrian crashes
Decatur has implemented a pace car program for city vehicles. Residents can also participate by picking up a magnet or sticker at Decatur City Hall, 509 N. McDonough Street. Magnets and stickers are also available at Decatur Public Works, located at 2635 Talley Street. Anyone can participate in the program. The program aims to promote safer speeds and slow drivers down. Pace car program magnets and stickers serve as visual reminders to all drivers.
Law enforcement on high alert for speeding drivers during ‘Operation Southern Slow Down’
From Local 3 News: To combat aggressive driving, Georgia and Tennessee law enforcement agencies kicked off the 8th annual 'Operation Southern Slow. From Local 3 News: To combat aggressive driving, Georgia and Tennessee law enforcement agencies kicked off the 8th annual ‘Operation Southern Slow Down’ Monday morning in Ringgold.
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