Weekend Reads

Dewberry Campanile

Blight tax talk on Midtown’s skeletal tower threatens project, Dewberry says

In a June 25 letter, developer John Dewberry said press generated by a “politically motivated” decision to call for the blight tax has put the project in “critical condition."

King Prince Golf Remodel

Why a golf course going private is shaking life on a coastal Georgia island

The popular King and Prince Golf Club reopens in November as a private course, joining others in targeting the wealthy on Georgia's increasingly affluent St. Simons Island.

Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry plans to relocate to Puerto Rico. What about his Atlanta studio?

Tyler Perry is one of Atlanta’s most recognizable figures, having moved to the city more than two decades ago. His studio is home to many hits.

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Netherworld OG creators

Netherworld creators 30 years in: ‘We are the antithesis of AI’

Metro Atlanta haunted house Netherworld founders Billy Messina and Ben Armstrong reflect on 30 years of the renowned attraction.

Six Flags lights

Six Flags Over Georgia brings back Christmas cheer after a 2025 break

The park promises a ‘reimagined’ version with three themed immersive areas.

Terminus Ballet

At 43, Christian Clark casts a long shadow over Terminus Modern Ballet

‘He’s been that heartbeat for us since the get-go,’ artistic director John Welker says of the Terminus co-founder as the dance troupe opens its 10th season Saturday.

GUEST COLUMN

Georgia can lead by moving beyond Medicaid expansion vs. Pathways debate

Georgia became a model for national reforms in Medicaid work requirements. Peach State should move beyond the traditional debate of Medicaid expansion versus Georgia Pathways.

Sept 18, 2026
THE STEERING COLUMN

What a first-time EV driver learned, and what shoppers should know

I’d ridden in a few EVs, but I’d never had the chance to spend time driving one myself. With the help of a 2026 Nissan Leaf, I set out to change that. Here's what I learned.

Sept 18, 2026
GUEST COLUMN

Georgia’s biggest deals on data centers should not be made in the dark

Georgia law gives the attorney general the authority to prosecute violations of open-government laws and hold violators accountable.

Sept 18, 2026
BILL TORPY

Decatur denies liability for crash at dangerous intersection

The intersection at North Decatur Road and Superior Avenue has seen so many accidents that someone once painted a skull and crossbones on the pavement.

Sept 18, 2026

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Gorillaz closed out the Shaky Knees three-day music festival on Sunday night with a set full of hits and several surprise guests including Kara Jackson, 6lack, DRAM and Atlanta's own Earthgang on Sept. 20, 2026, at Piedmont Park in Atlanta. (Ryan Fleisher for the AJC)

PHOTOS: Shaky Knees Festival 2026 – Day 3

Sunday’s final day of the festival at Piedmont Park included performances by Gorillaz, Wu-Tang Clan and an array of other music artists.

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Atlanta Falcons vs Carolina Panthers

PHOTOS: Falcons struggled offensively, defense can only do so much

The Falcons didn't mount much offense and struggled from the start, with Jack Strand taking over for Cooper Rush.

After a lengthy rain delay and evacuation, Twenty One Pilots closed out Saturday night at Shaky Knees with genre bending hits on the Peachtree Stage on Sept. 19, 2026, in Atlanta. (Ryan Fleisher for the AJC)

PHOTOS: Shaky Knees Festival 2026 – Day 2

Despite a stormy interruption, Shaky Knees returned to Atlanta’s Piedmont Park on Saturday with a packed lineup including Twenty One Pilots, Sir Chloe, Peach Pit and Blood Ora...