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Gabrielle McMahan checks out the sculpture “Celestial Fury” by Eric Shupe at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival at Piedmont Park on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Schupe’s sculptures are made from forks and spoons. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

Atlanta’s Dogwood Festival coming back in 2027, but uncertainty lingers

Ticketing provided the Piedmont Park staple extra income this year, but the City of Atlanta won’t permit it again.

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15 family-friendly events in Atlanta this weekend

The fun includes back-to-school bashes and the Atlanta Ice Cream & Wellness Festival.

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7 notable features to see at Atlanta History Center’s new Civil War exhibit

Atlanta History Center's new exhibit, “More Perfect Union: The American Civil War Era,” explores the war through documents and other artifacts.

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Visitors at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Bay Lake, Fla., Nov. 7, 2023. (Todd Anderson/The New York Times)

What to eat at Walt Disney World when you’re gluten-free

Planning a gluten-free trip? Here are the best options for restaurants, dishes, snacks and desserts for a safe, stress-free vacation.

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3 new tea shops explore different facets of the world’s most popular brew

Check out our roundup review of new tea shops, including first impressions of the Chai Box Cafe, Honey Bubble and Le Faucheur.

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Y Bar e Ristorante is bringing 1960s Italy to Buckhead Village

See the menus for the Yeppa & Co. team’s newest restaurant.

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Trump Accounts are a good idea that needs improvement

Georgia community activist Jack Bernard supports Trump Accounts for children, but argues the tax benefits could widen wealth gaps.

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Permanent daylight saving time: Safer commutes or darker mornings?

Permanent daylight saving time would move an hour of daylight from the morning to the evening.

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Dispel myths about Cumberland Island with some facts about the community

This place is big enough to welcome both the public visitor and the private property holder to enjoy its beauty.

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Atlanta FIFA World Cup withdrawal is real, but there’s hope

An AJC reporter and Atlanta native reflects on what was, what is and what could be.

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Donald Trump’s visit spotlights GOP’s last major foothold in Cobb County

PHOTOS: Trump draws supporters, protesters for Atlanta visit

President Donald Trump visits Cobb County in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 to promote his Trump Accounts initiative.

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PHOTOS: Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire perform in Atlanta

The singer-songwriter paired with fellow R&B/pop legends during the "Sing A Song All Night Long" tour at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Sunday, July 19, 2026.

Ludacris performs a free concert at Piedmont Park on Sunday, July 19, 2026, following the World Cup finals watch party. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

PHOTOS: Fans gather at Piedmont Park to watch the World Cup finals

Fans watched the World Cup finals during a watch party in Piedmont Park on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Afterward, Ludacris and Young Jeezy performed during a free concert.