She's turning high school kitchens into launchpads for culinary careers
'Don’t you wish your tacos were hot like me?': The legend of Beltline Kevin
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How Atlanta’s Penelope Road, with retro and Gen-Z flair, sped into stardom
Penelope Road creates a contagious sound and style that‘s just as centered in the past as it is in the present. They’ll end the year with three hometown shows this month.
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Author events Dec. 12-18
Check out these upcoming author events happening in and around Atlanta.
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15 family-friendly things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend
Our list of 15 family-friendly doings in metro Atlanta for Dec. 12-14 includes winter festivals, holiday theater and music and Snow Day in Alpharetta
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Atlanta’s New Year’s Eve Peach Drop replaced by fireworks, drone display
Last year’s Peach Drop, which featured concerts by Big Boi and Neon Trees, cost $630K. A city spokesperson said this fireworks and drone show will cost no more than $250K.
How Atlanta allergy season helped Allison Williams in ‘Regretting You’ scene
Allison Williams enjoyed her time shooting the romantic film "Regretting You" this past spring despite battling massive allergies.
Atlanta holiday show to be performed on record-breaking 1,000-foot earth harp
SCADshow will transform into a giant, resonating chamber as William Close and the Earth Harp Collective stretch 1,000-foot harp strings from the stage to the rafters.
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12 festive gifts for the cocktail enthusiast
Gift ideas hand-selected to toast the festive season in style and elevate imbibing experiences all year long.
These are the metro Atlanta restaurants we’re excited to see open in 2026
Nearly 20 new restaurants, from food hall stalls to ambitious tasting menu concepts, to put on your list to visit in 2026.
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Getting to undetectable: Why HIV resistance and adherence matter
Over the past four decades, advances in scientific research and medications for HIV have transformed the disease from a...
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In Alpine Helen, festive displays continue through the new year
The magic of the season doesn’t have to end just because the holidays are over.
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This season, pass down the memories with generational recipes
This holiday season, Kroger invites you to celebrate the power of food, family and tradition.
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Six Flags Over Georgia closes this weekend, cutting Holiday in the Park
For the first time since 2013, Six Flags over Georgia won't be open over the holidays for pass holders to enjoy the lights, music, Christmas tree and visits with Santa Claus.
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Escaping the frenzy of city life for an elegant, antiques-filled home
A pair of Buckhead bankers make a break for it in bucolic Serenbe.
Why you should never wash your turkey
Rinsing a raw turkey before placing it in the oven can do more harm than good.
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A Thanksgiving prayer to share
This holiday season, consider arranging for someone to read this prayer before the meal.
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Pruning hydrangeas is not one size fits all
Whether blue, white or another color, check what kind of hydrangea you have before pruning.
When to start planning each part of your Thanksgiving feast
The holiday can be stressful, but this schedule might help you get organized and enjoy the day
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Savannah ditched 2 marathons. Can shorter race find Peachtree-like success?
Savannah is an attractive destination for those whose idea of a fun weekend getaway is a road race. But two marathons have left town. Will Saturday's shorter race be a keeper?