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Tammy Joyner covers local government in Clayton, Fayette and Henry counties.
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Georgia lost jobs in September, says first report since the federal shutdown
Georgia’s job market cooled some in September but the unemployment rate remained steady, according to new data released Thursday by the state Department of Labor.
2h agoResidents blast DeKalb Commission for approving PDK hangar expansion
County officials say the expansion will bring in needed revenue and enhance the surrounding communities. Critics say it will increase noise and air pollution.
How the AJC covered Delta, Hartsfield-Jackson over their 100-year histories
The city's aviation sector has always been a key beat at the AJC. And it will remain that way. Here's a look at Delta's many milestones through the eyes of the AJC.
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MARTA chief says new train cars give smooth, quiet ride
Interim CEO Jonathan Hunt told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s editorial board he is focused on project delivery, which he said is key to winning back public trust.
God’s Acre: Former Native American boarding school reveals complex history
A Native American boarding school established by Moravian missionaries in North Georgia in the early 19th century reveals a complicated and compelling history.
Why Midtown’s holiday lights display is a little less vibrant this year
Midtown Bright, the annual winter lights display, was cut back this year.
