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Parents raised concerns at a September 23 meeting about Atlanta Public Schools closing or repurposing 16 schools. They cited student transportation and inadequate outreach to families under the APS Forward 2040 consolidation plan. The district plans a community hub at one site and better parent communication, which affects families planning ahead.
CBS Atlanta · Sep 23, 2026Georgia Tech opened the Bud & Val Peterson Residence Hall at the start of the fall 2026 semester. The eight-story building has 862 beds, an esports lounge and learning areas, and a sustainable design targeting LEED Gold certification. It is the first new traditional dorm on campus in 60 years, adding housing for first-year students.
Rough Draft Atlanta · Sep 26, 2026The Atlanta Hawks and State Farm hosted a volunteer event on September 26 to pack meals for local groups. More than 5,000 volunteers assembled 1,002,402 meals for food banks and charitable organizations. The annual Million Meal Pack, now in its sixth year, supplies local food banks and charities.
Rough Draft Atlanta · Sep 27, 2026Actor's Express announced its 39th season, with five confirmed productions from March 2027 through January 2028. A sixth show will be announced later, and the lineup includes Pulitzer Prize finalists and world premieres by local playwrights. The lineup gives local theatergoers new works by area writers to plan around.
Rough Draft Atlanta · Sep 26, 2026Nib used AI to summarize the linked public news sources. No Juncture editor reviewed this brief. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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This week in metro Atlanta, enjoy sake and sushi pairings for International Sake Day and get into the Oktoberfest spirit at Red’s Beer Garden.
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This weekend in metro Atlanta offers numerous activities, including the Atlanta Horror Fest and performances by Emily Saliers and Amy Ray. Other events feature a German celebration in Lilburn, a fall festival in Milton, and hands-on space activities at Fernbank Science Center.
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Atlanta sushi chefs now regularly access premium fish from Japan due to specialized agencies and expanded flight routes. Local chefs source top-grade fish directly from Japanese markets like Toyosu in Tokyo. This improved access allows fresh catches, sometimes less than 24 hours old, to arrive daily at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
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Kelly Crull is leaving 93.7/680 The Fan for the New Orleans Pelicans. Jennifer Valdez and Ella Dorsey are swapping time slots, and Justina Latimer joins "Good Day Atlanta."
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Atlanime Fest is returning to Atlanta for its second year on October 15-18, celebrating Black identity and expression through anime. The festival features headliners like Funny Marco and includes panels, a fashion show, and gaming tournaments across multiple locations.
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Audacy’s urban news/talk WAOK in Atlanta received a GABBY Award from the Georgia Association of Broadcasters. The station was named the 2026 Radio Station of the Year in the Large Market category. The award was presented during the annual GABBY Awards in Duluth, Georgia.
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Atlanta theater company Actor's Express unveiled its 39th season lineup featuring five confirmed productions running from March 2027 through January 2028, plus a special sixth show to be announced later. The season includes works ranging from Pulitzer Prize finalists to world premieres by local playwrights.
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The City of Atlanta held an official watch party for the premiere of Netflix's "A Different World" sequel series. The event took place at The Gathering Spot and featured HBCU alumni, AUC students, and city officials. Officials noted the economic impact and cultural significance of the show's return to Atlanta.
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