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Atlanta records two highest pollen levels in 35 years this weekend
Experts say Georgia can expect to see the peak of allergy season continue through mid-April.
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New AJC series to illustrate the diverse experiences of being a woman in business
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution kicks off a new series called "AJC Her+Story," highlighting women founders, creators, executives and professionals in metro Atlanta.
Weekend Reads
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Art of the failed deal: How Murphy Crossing development fell apart
The development would have brought stable housing to a historically neglected part of Atlanta. What exactly derailed the project depends on whom you ask.
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Georgia Power engineer retiring after 70 years on job, often underground
Pete Risse, a World War II survivor who helped keep the lights on for millions of Georgians, is about to turn 90.
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Why Rick Ross wants a bite of Atlanta’s curious cosmetic dentistry business
The Atlanta office is Smiles by Mario Montoya’s first U.S. location. The original Colombia practice has serviced high-profile clients like Nicki Minaj and T-Pain.
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Holy Innocents’ Hailee Swain is the AJC girls basketball player of the year
She was the only girls player from Georgia selected for the McDonald’s All-Game and the Jordan Brand Classic, both of which will be played in April.
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Georgia Dems approve full-time chair role, paving way for Nikema Williams to step down
The party’s State Committee overwhelmingly approved the overhaul of the chair role after criticism of her tenure escalated following Trump’s November victory in Georgia.
Georgia and Metro News
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Scarred Augusta still digging out from Helene as Masters tees up
Six months after deadly Hurricane Helene hammered Georgia, Augusta residents are still recovering as the city's famed Masters golf tournament looms.
Georgia children’s futures at risk with closure of Department of Education
As many as 215,000 Georgia students stand to lose if the department is shut down
Driverless big rig company claims simulation as good as road test
Waabi’s big-rig simulation can create variables that real-life road testing may not.
Cell phone ban in schools a bid to prevent mush brains
Starting next year, Georgia’s elementary and middle school students will have to go cold turkey from their phones during school hours.
Women’s financial strength is a catalyst for economic, community growth
The collective success of women is a powerful catalyst for community development and economic growth
Arts and Entertainment
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Want to shoot a short film? Tyler Perry Studios launches program to help
Filmmaker Tyler Perry said he wanted to create a program where he could take what he’s learned in the business and share it with others.
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Technical chops show at Marcia Wood, Spalding Nix, Wolfgang galleries
Across three recently opened exhibitions in metro Atlanta, artists are showcasing their ability to manipulate materials with finesse and mastery.
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Carmen Maria Machado headlines Writers’ Festival at Agnes Scott
Two high-profile author events are coming to Decatur ― a festival of women writers and a conversation between two brilliant thinkers on the topic of Christianity.
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Buckhead fine dining luminary announces retirement and more from metro Atlanta’s dining scene
Lazy Betty offers a no-reservation dinner option, Chick-fil-A sells its sauce in bulk and Mellow Mushroom combines pizza and tacos in this week's dining roundup.
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Photos: Savannah Bananas bring their show to Truist Park
The Savannah Bananas brought their traveling baseball entertainment show to Truist Park on March 29, 2025.
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Photos: Ole Miss vs. Michigan State in NCAA Sweet 16
Photos from the NCAA South Region semifinals - Ole Miss versus Michigan State - in the NCAA men's basketball tournament at State Farm Arena on Friday, March 28, 2025.