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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta was named “2024 Large Agency of the Year” by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ameri...
07/12/2025

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta was named “2024 Large Agency of the Year” by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Youth support nonprofit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) has been named the “2024 Large Agency of the Year” by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA). The national award is given to “one large affiliate agency each year that demonstrates exceptional performance, growth, innovation and commitment to youth outcomes,” according to a release....

Youth support nonprofit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) has been named the “2024 Large Agency of the Year”

The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), an economic development agency based out of Atlanta, announced t...
07/12/2025

The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), an economic development agency based out of Atlanta, announced the latest cohort of its Retail Readiness Academy (RRA) initiative. RRA is a seven-month program designed to help Black-owned, product-based businesses succeed in the competitive retail industry. Running from July through December 2025, the initiative provides participants with a $5,000 small business grant, as well as access to an exclusive curriculum, mentorship from retail experts and review opportunities with various retailers....

The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) announced the latest cohort of its Retail Readiness Academy (RRA) initiative

Q***r Propaganda July 10 — Happy Friday! Hope you had a good Fourth of July and a good break from Scene. But we're back,...
07/12/2025

Q***r Propaganda July 10 — Happy Friday! Hope you had a good Fourth of July and a good break from Scene. But we're back, and with more film and entertainment news than ever! Out on Film may not be 'til the fall, but the LGBTQ+ film festival has already announced its theme for the 2025 festival. The theme will be "Q***r Propaganda," chosen as a way to help Atlanta's LGBTQ+ community reclaim their story through film....

Discover the latest news and updates from the LGBTQ+ film festival and the world of entertainment in Atlanta.

Senseless criminal activity on Main JULY 11 — It's Cathy from Rough Draft with my weekly newsletter on Tucker. We have b...
07/12/2025

Senseless criminal activity on Main JULY 11 — It's Cathy from Rough Draft with my weekly newsletter on Tucker. We have bad news, good news, catch-up news, and mysterious news in this week's edition. 😤 First up is another inexplicable round of break-ins on Tucker's Main Street, where burglars smashed windows and doors, took a quick look around, and left with little or nothing....

Explore the latest news on Tucker's Main Street break-ins, the success of the July 3 celebration, and the top grads at Tucker High School.

The City of Atlanta announced that Showcase Atlanta — a city-owned, public-private nonprofit initiative that aims to upl...
07/12/2025

The City of Atlanta announced that Showcase Atlanta — a city-owned, public-private nonprofit initiative that aims to uplift the area’s diverse business community — has launched its new digital "Vendor Directory." According to the city, the directory was created as a way to connect local businesses to economic opportunities that are tied to major events, including the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl LXII, major concerts and more....

The City of Atlanta announced that Showcase Atlanta has launched its new digital "Vendor Directory," in an effort to uplift local businesses

It’s time to test your knowledge with this week’s Atlanta News Quiz! Click here to play, and please let us know how you ...
07/12/2025

It’s time to test your knowledge with this week’s Atlanta News Quiz! Click here to play, and please let us know how you do by sharing on Instagram, Facebook, or X . This week’s quiz is sponsored by Livable Buckhead. Indulge in Buckhead Restaurant Week 🍽️ From July 21-26, explore Buckhead's vibrant dining scene with curated menus and chef specials....

Discover the Atlanta News Quiz and explore Buckhead Restaurant Week with curated menus and chef specials from July 21-26.

UPS has closed its office building at 35 Glenlake Parkway in Sandy Springs and relocated approximately 500 employees to ...
07/11/2025

UPS has closed its office building at 35 Glenlake Parkway in Sandy Springs and relocated approximately 500 employees to its headquarters next door and an Alpharetta location, with no jobs lost....

UPS relocates 500 employees from closed office building in Sandy Springs to nearby headquarters and Alpharetta location. No jobs lost.

Beyoncé played her first Cowboy Carter show in Atlanta on July 10 (Photo by Hannah Much). The first of Beyoncé’s four Co...
07/11/2025

Beyoncé played her first Cowboy Carter show in Atlanta on July 10 (Photo by Hannah Much). The first of Beyoncé’s four Cowboy Carter shows at Mercedes-Benz Stadium was intricate, stunning, and easily the best concert I’ve ever attended. The first “BeyTL” nights started with a bang, featuring 40 songs through 10 acts and three hours of nonstop excellence. Beyoncé’s ability to perform while wowing the crowd with her vocals is completely unmatched....

Hannah Much reviews Beyoncé's first Cowboy Carter show in Atlanta, calling it easily the best concert she's ever attended.

Atlanta police arrested four people they say have been organizing street racing takeovers in the city.
07/11/2025

Atlanta police arrested four people they say have been organizing street racing takeovers in the city.

Atlanta police arrest four suspects for organizing street racing takeovers in the city. Multiple driving-related charges have been filed.

The owners of Summerhill restaurant Little Bear and their new rescue dog, a Great Pyrenees puppy named Diego, find a sec...
07/11/2025

The owners of Summerhill restaurant Little Bear and their new rescue dog, a Great Pyrenees puppy named Diego, find a second chance together....

The owners of Summerhill restaurant Little Bear and their new rescue dog, a Great Pyrenees puppy named Diego, find a second chance together.

Joan Osborne is celebrating her album "Dylanology (Live)" with a show at Ctiy Winery on July 14 (Photo provided by All E...
07/11/2025

Joan Osborne is celebrating her album "Dylanology (Live)" with a show at Ctiy Winery on July 14 (Photo provided by All Eyes Media). Joan Osborne has been covering Bob Dylan songs since “Man in the Long Black Coat” on her debut studio album “Relish” in 1995. Now, she’s bringing Dylan back to Atlanta. Osborne is celebrating her live album “Dylanology (Live)” with a show on…...

Joan Osborne talks to Rough Draft Atlanta about her new album "Dylanology (Live)" ahead of her show at City Winery on July 14.

Fulton County Commissioners call for decorum during their June 18 meeting. (Provided by Fulton County) Fulton County Com...
07/11/2025

Fulton County Commissioners call for decorum during their June 18 meeting. (Provided by Fulton County) Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr. apologized for using profanity during a meeting on June 18, but his fellow commissioners still fined him $500 and issued a letter of reprimand. “I guess I'll first start off by apologizing for using the word that I used at the last meeting,” Arrington said during the commissioners’ July 9 meeting....

Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr. apologized for using profanity during a meeting on June 18, but was still fined.

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