Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of October.
Good morning, Atlanta.
Swig, known for its viral dirty soda, opened this week in Brookhaven — replacing an old McDonald’s at Cambridge Square off Ashford Dunwoody Road — and marks Georgia’s second location.
Six Flags Over Georgia is hosting its annual Fright Fest with daytime Boo Fest events and evening haunted attractions through Nov.1.
The park president confirmed Holiday in the Park will return on Nov.21.
Magician Michael Carbonaro previews his upcoming live show Wonder Boy that will feature illusions, comedy and audience participation at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center's Byers Theatre; the show is set to launch soon following his interview on Good Day Atlanta.
Marietta City Schools Superintendent Dr. Grant Rivera used his personal bonus & covered early college application fees for high school seniors, easing the cost for those applying early decision or early action.
The move helps more students reach higher education goals.
La Amistad is expanding its tutoring and adult education programs across metro Atlanta to serve local residents.
The new initiatives aim to boost learning and support community growth.
The Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission approved amended rules on Wednesday to allow licensed companies to deliver products to registered patients (via USPS or private carriers), with an administrative review ending in October and new research permits opening for local colleges. This change makes Georgia the 31st state to offer home delivery.
Residents at Martin Street Plaza apartments reported raw sewage flooding units and rats.
An Atlanta mom said her 11-year-old kidney transplant son was taken to the hospital for health risks, while Atlanta Housing coordinates plumbing repairs (pest control is scheduled) though no timeline is given.
The Braves beat the Phillies 6-2 on Thursday, Oct.
1 at Truist Park after Michael Harris II hit a three-run home-run and strong pitching from Chris Sale and surprise starter Ray Kerr helped secure the win as the team advanced to the Division Series.
The Newton Rams will face Westlake High School in a Class 7A football game on Friday, Oct.
9 at Lion Stadium in College Park (coverage starts at 7:30 p.m.).
Atlanta Falcons announced Friday that Jeff Van Note, a six-time Pro Bowl center who spent 18 seasons with the team, died at age 80.
Tributes praise his lasting legacy on the field and as a sports commentator — a memory that lives on among fans.
Dozens of fans gathered early Friday (Oct.
2) at Truist Park to send off the Atlanta Braves as they headed to California (their game set against the LA Dodgers) before their outing. This heartfelt sendoff showed local support in a brief yet spirited moment.
Braves fans gathered at Truist Park on Friday to send off the team before they headed west for their NLDS matchup with the Dodgers.
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