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15 family-friendly events in Atlanta this weekend

Highlights include the annual Atlanta Fair downtown and Atlanta Science Festival events.

Jimmy Carter played foundational role in Georgia’s film industry

Plaza Theatre spotlights Georgia film history, showing ‘Deliverance’ and more

The series spans four decades, a time period before the state bolstered the film tax credit that radically expanded the industry.

Atlanta Science Festival

The 2026 Atlanta Science Festival wants to help you trust science again

The two-week extravaganza features around 150 events and activities hosted by partner organizations in Atlanta that showcase how science intersects with the world around us.

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Jagger Suite Opening

Glitzy rooftop bar now open downtown and more from metro Atlanta’s restaurant scene

A glittery rooftop bar debuted downtown, a food-focused Midtown hotel got a new chef and Cosm, the shared-reality entertainment venue, got an opening date.

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Blend up a bright, healthy citrus chicken recipe

In a farewell column, chef Virginia Willis shares her philosophy for wholesome cooking that doesn’t sacrifice flavor, along with a nutritious take on orange chicken.

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The Brussels sprouts recipe for people who think they don’t like Brussels sprouts

Fia’s fried Brussels sprouts with pear gastrique are a tasty combination of sweet, salty and sour.

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Elephant can’t forget

The AJC's award-winning editorial cartoonist gives his take on the news.

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Why so many ethnic Black Americans are sitting out anti-ICE protests

Ethnic Black Americans — enslaved, freed and oppressed — pushed for centuries to extend the American Dream to all groups, but the respect was not reciprocal.

March 6, 2026
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Who will succeed Jesse Jackson as the galvanizing voice for diversity?

Now that the Rev. Jesse Jackson has passed, America needs leaders who will pick up the mantle of fighting for diversity, equity and inclusion like he did.

March 6, 2026
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Parents play a key role in nurturing their children’s healthy news habits

American children are bombarded by all sorts of media and viewpoints. They need trusted adults' help in learning how to identify media bias and think critically.

March 6, 2026

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Photos: Alexander defeats defending champ Tri-Cities in semifinals

Alexander basketball defeated defending champion Tri-Cities on Friday, March 6, 2026, in the 2026 state tournament semifinals.

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Photos: Creekview defeats River Ridge to advance to state championship game

Creekview girls defeated River Ridge on Friday, March 6 to advance to 2026 state championship game in Macon.

GHSA Class 5A Boy’s State Basketball semi finals

Photos: 3-pointer helps Woodward end Gainesville’s perfect season

Woodward Academy’s Hayes brothers partnered to make a 3-pointer, tipping No.