Atlanta

2024 - 5 - 22

Atlanta Buzz: Exciting News from the ATL!

Atlanta Civic Center - Atlanta Housing - Atlanta United - BIPOC artists - City Councilmember Amir Farokhi - Englewood Senior - MARTA - ParkScore ranking - Ramblin' Raft Race - Trust for Public Land

Check out the latest updates from Atlanta - from brand partnerships to historic preservation, we've got you covered! ๐ŸŒŸ

Atlanta is abuzz with exciting developments! Atlanta United has teamed up with MARTA, offering a special ticket pack for the June 2 match that includes a co-branded Breeze Card and t-shirt. In other news, the iconic 1996 film 'The Preacher's Wife' has been transformed into a new musical featuring a star-studded cast led by Emmy winner Loretta Devine. Additionally, Atlanta Civic Center's redevelopment is set to kick off this winter, with City Councilmember Amir Farokhi hinting at thousands of housing units in the plan.

Atlanta has also made headlines for its impressive ranking in the annual ParkScore index, securing the 25th spot out of 100. This achievement marks the city's highest rank to date, highlighting its commitment to public spaces. Moreover, the Civic Center redevelopment project will prioritize historic preservation, with a 10-year agreement in place among the city, the Georgia State Historic Preservation Office, the Atlanta Housing Authority, and developers.

Delving into Atlanta's vibrant arts scene, 'Our Voices. Our Lives' showcases the narratives of the city's Black and Brown creatives through the lens of filmmaker William Feagins, Jr. His short films capture the essence of Atlanta's diverse artistic community, celebrating BIPOC talent.

As Atlanta continues to evolve, these initiatives reflect the city's dedication to growth and inclusivity. With a blend of culture, history, and innovation, Atlanta's spirit shines bright on the national stage.

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Atlanta United Forms Brand Partnership with MARTA (atlutd.com)

Ticket pack offer for June 2 match available now, features co-branded Breeze Card and t-shirt.

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Good Day Atlanta viewer information: May 22, 2024 (FOX 5 Atlanta)

The beloved 1996 film 'The Preacher's Wife' has been transformed into a new musical with a star-studded cast including Emmy winner Loretta Devine, Laurence ...

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Atlanta Civic Center redevelopment could finally start this winter. Is ... (Atlanta Civic Circle)

There should be thousands of housing units there,โ€ City Councilmember Amir Farokhi said. โ€œThe plan falls short of what the city needs.โ€

Atlanta cracks top 25 in annual ParkScore ranking (SaportaReport)

Atlanta ranks 25 out of 100 in the Trust for Public Land's 2024 ParkScore index, the highest rank in the city's history. (Photo by Delaney Tarr.) Atlanta has ...

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Atlanta Civic Center redevelopment to include historic preservation (GPB)

The resolution calls for a 10-year agreement between the city and the Georgia State Historic Preservation Office, the Atlanta Housing Authority and developers ...

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'Our Voices. Our Lives' tells of Atlanta's Black and Brown creatives ... (ArtsATL)

In his short films, Atlantan filmmaker William Feagins, Jr. shares the stories of of Atlanta's BIPOC artists.

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Smelly cat, hot wings: Things Atlanta police say you should not call ... (FOX 5 Atlanta)

You are supposed to call 911 in an emergency, but oftentimes dispatchers are faced with calls that are not.

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Arthur M. Blank receives Sports Business Journal's Lifetime ... (atlutd.com)

Atlanta United's Owner and Chairman was recognized Wednesday night in a ceremony in New York City.

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Good Day Atlanta viewer information: May 23, 2024 (FOX 5 Atlanta)

Halidom Eatery opening in southeast Atlanta: Lunch orders can be tricky; one person wants pizza, another wants tacos, and another is in the mood for sushi. So, ...

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The Ramblin' Raft Race: A Lost Memorial Day Tradition | Atlanta ... (Atlanta History Center)

Picture the cold, slow-moving, and sometimes muddy waters of the Chattahoochee River. Makeshift rafts of all shapes and sizes float downstream, their designs ...

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Atlanta Housing Celebrates Groundbreaking of Englewood Senior (PRNewswire)

New affordable housing project will house independent seniors aged 62 and older. ATLANTA, May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlanta Housing (AH) and The Benoit ...

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60-year-old man stabbed at NW Atlanta gas station, police ... (FOX 5 Atlanta)

Officials say the stabbing happened around 10 a.m. on the 3600 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. At the scene, officers found a 60-year-old man who had ...

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