Photos: Metro Atlanta students start the 2018 school year
Maya Patel, a kindergarten student in the dual language immersion program at Level Creek Elementary School, raises her hand during the first day of school at Level Creek Elementary School on Monday, August 6. Jenna...
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Maya Patel, a kindergarten student in the dual language immersion program at Level Creek Elementary School, raises her hand during the first day of school at Level Creek Elementary School on Monday, August 6. Jenna...Jenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com
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Ana Fogle-Weekley, a kindergarten student, colors a picture during the first day of school at Level Creek Elementary School. Jenna Eason / Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com
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Ana Fogle-Weekley, a kindergarten student, colors a picture during the first day of school at Level Creek Elementary School. Jenna Eason / Jenna.Eason@coxinc.comJenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com
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Kerri Griffin, a kindergarten teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, talks to her students, Ana Fogle-Weekley and Owen DeGeorge. Griffin teaches one of the dual language immersion classes. Jenna Eason / Jenna...
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Kerri Griffin, a kindergarten teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, talks to her students, Ana Fogle-Weekley and Owen DeGeorge. Griffin teaches one of the dual language immersion classes. Jenna Eason / Jenna...Jenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com
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A young boy poses for a photo against the brick walls of Peachcrest Elementary School on the first day of school, Monday, August 6, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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A young boy poses for a photo against the brick walls of Peachcrest Elementary School on the first day of school, Monday, August 6, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Peachcrest Elementary School assistant principal Stan Gaddis welcomes a student back for the new year. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Peachcrest Elementary School assistant principal Stan Gaddis welcomes a student back for the new year. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Here’s the back to school scene at Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary in East Point. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Here’s the back to school scene at Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary in East Point. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Youngsters get a hearty welcome back. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Youngsters get a hearty welcome back. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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A good breakfast makes for a great start to the school year. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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A good breakfast makes for a great start to the school year. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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One last hug before heading off to class. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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One last hug before heading off to class. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Learning to line up and wait your turn is an important first lesson for kids. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Learning to line up and wait your turn is an important first lesson for kids. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Just about ready to head into the building after the first day’s bus ride. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Just about ready to head into the building after the first day’s bus ride. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Is summer break really over? Sigh... BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Is summer break really over? Sigh... BOB ANDRES/AJC
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First day back traffic: The school drop-off line. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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First day back traffic: The school drop-off line. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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The new year brings a mix of new faces and some of the older kids who have this school thing down pat. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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The new year brings a mix of new faces and some of the older kids who have this school thing down pat. BOB ANDRES/AJC
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Brumby Elementary School principal Amanda Richie greets students and parents as they enter the school during the first day in Marietta, Wednesday, August 1, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Brumby Elementary School principal Amanda Richie greets students and parents as they enter the school during the first day in Marietta, Wednesday, August 1, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Students wait to be guided to their teachers during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Students wait to be guided to their teachers during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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8/1/18 - Atlanta - Peyton Forest principal Cynthia Gunner, along with teachers and staff, gets ready to great students with a circus theme. It was the first day of school at Peyton Forest Elementary school, which...
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Second grade teacher Megan Donnelly greets her students during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary School. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Second grade teacher Megan Donnelly greets her students during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary School. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Donnelly (left) greets Aniya Bowden (right) during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary School. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Donnelly (left) greets Aniya Bowden (right) during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary School. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Paraprofessional educator Purity Kamau (center) directs a group of second graders to their classroom during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Paraprofessional educator Purity Kamau (center) directs a group of second graders to their classroom during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Second grader Aniya Bowden smiles at her desk before class begins during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Second grader Aniya Bowden smiles at her desk before class begins during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Robert Hill holds his grandson Scotty while using an umbrella to cover his granddaughter Jasmine as they walk to the entrance of Brumby Elementary School during the first day of school. Hill was at the school to...
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Robert Hill holds his grandson Scotty while using an umbrella to cover his granddaughter Jasmine as they walk to the entrance of Brumby Elementary School during the first day of school. Hill was at the school to...Alyssa Pointer
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Seniors complete interactive math lessons during the first day of school at Harrison High School in Kennesaw, Wednesday, August 1, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Seniors complete interactive math lessons during the first day of school at Harrison High School in Kennesaw, Wednesday, August 1, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Students tour the hallway during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Students tour the hallway during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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An empty classroom is set up for the new school year during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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An empty classroom is set up for the new school year during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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A class schedule is displayed during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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A class schedule is displayed during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Choir instructor Megan Schuitema listens as her students sing a scale during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Choir instructor Megan Schuitema listens as her students sing a scale during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Math teacher Amy Shaffer works with her students during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)
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Math teacher Amy Shaffer works with her students during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
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Portia Langley, from Atlanta Stilt Dancing, was on hand to great Students at Peyton Forest Elementary. It was the first day of school at Peyton Forest Elementary school, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary...
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Portia Langley, from Atlanta Stilt Dancing, was on hand to great Students at Peyton Forest Elementary. It was the first day of school at Peyton Forest Elementary school, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Students walk through the Peyton Forest Elementary parking lot as they arrive for school with their families. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Students walk through the Peyton Forest Elementary parking lot as they arrive for school with their families. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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The first school bus arrives at the school. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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The first school bus arrives at the school. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Kids and parents enjoyed the circus-themed welcome back. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Kids and parents enjoyed the circus-themed welcome back. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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The Peyton Forest kids are all smiles, but a busy school day awaits. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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The Peyton Forest kids are all smiles, but a busy school day awaits. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Aleyah Jackson, 4, has breakfast in the cafeteria with her grandmother, June Crawford, as she starts her first day of Pre-K. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Aleyah Jackson, 4, has breakfast in the cafeteria with her grandmother, June Crawford, as she starts her first day of Pre-K. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Xavier Williams, 5, is led by his mom as they search for his kindergarten class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Xavier Williams, 5, is led by his mom as they search for his kindergarten class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen, wearing a Peyton Forest t-shirt, visited the school. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen, wearing a Peyton Forest t-shirt, visited the school. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen, wearing a Peyton Forest t-shirt, had chicken and waffles with the pre-k and kindergarten students. They also got popcorn. Carstarphen has visited various APS schools every year...
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen, wearing a Peyton Forest t-shirt, had chicken and waffles with the pre-k and kindergarten students. They also got popcorn. Carstarphen has visited various APS schools every year...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Students are introduced to a math assignment in Hannah Reisman's class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Students are introduced to a math assignment in Hannah Reisman's class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen helps London Williams with her math assignment in Hannah Reisman's class. “I think that the first day attendance, the first day participation -- whether it’s staff or students...
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen helps London Williams with her math assignment in Hannah Reisman's class. “I think that the first day attendance, the first day participation -- whether it’s staff or students...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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You bet math is fun: The Peyton Forest kids didn’t waste any time getting down to the tricky business of addition. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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You bet math is fun: The Peyton Forest kids didn’t waste any time getting down to the tricky business of addition. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Students and their families arrive for the first day of school at Boyd Elementary School. Superintendent Meria Carstarphen continued her back-to-school tour of APS schools with a stop here. BOB ANDRES ...
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Students and their families arrive for the first day of school at Boyd Elementary School. Superintendent Meria Carstarphen continued her back-to-school tour of APS schools with a stop here. BOB ANDRES ...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen continued her back-to-school tour of APS schools with a stop at Boyd Elementary, and gave out stickers to students before visiting some classrooms. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC...
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen continued her back-to-school tour of APS schools with a stop at Boyd Elementary, and gave out stickers to students before visiting some classrooms. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen takes one of her traditional Day One selfies with students, staff and parents at Boyd Elementary. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Superintendent Meria Carstarphen takes one of her traditional Day One selfies with students, staff and parents at Boyd Elementary. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Carstarphen greets students in Traci Cohen's 3rd grade class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Carstarphen greets students in Traci Cohen's 3rd grade class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Students in Traci Cohen’s 3rd grade class are introduced to Superintendent Meria Carstarphen. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Students in Traci Cohen’s 3rd grade class are introduced to Superintendent Meria Carstarphen. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Students are attentive to the day's lesson in Jenethia Forte's 4th grade ELA / Social Studies class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COM
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Students are attentive to the day's lesson in Jenethia Forte's 4th grade ELA / Social Studies class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Emily Costine, a kindergarten teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, helps her student, Leland Griffin, get in his seat. Jenna Eason / Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com
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Emily Costine, a kindergarten teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, helps her student, Leland Griffin, get in his seat. Jenna Eason / Jenna.Eason@coxinc.comJenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com
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Emily Costine, a kindergarten teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, helps her student, Arianna Sims, during the first day of school at Level Creek Elementary. Jenna Eason / Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com
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Emily Costine, a kindergarten teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, helps her student, Arianna Sims, during the first day of school at Level Creek Elementary. Jenna Eason / Jenna.Eason@coxinc.comJenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com
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Carmen Herrera, a kindergarten paraprofessional teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, helps a student, Olivia Washington, in a dual language immersion class during the first day of school. Jenna Eason / Jenna...
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Carmen Herrera, a kindergarten paraprofessional teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, helps a student, Olivia Washington, in a dual language immersion class during the first day of school. Jenna Eason / Jenna...Jenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com
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James Jackson Elementary teacher Shandi Robbins gets a hug from a student on the first day of school Monday, August 6, 2018, in Jonesboro. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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James Jackson Elementary teacher Shandi Robbins gets a hug from a student on the first day of school Monday, August 6, 2018, in Jonesboro. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSchaefer
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Para-pro Shaniqua Layne walks Kayla Tran into James Jackson Elementary. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Para-pro Shaniqua Layne walks Kayla Tran into James Jackson Elementary. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
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Kids head into James Jackson Elementary on the first day of school. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Kids head into James Jackson Elementary on the first day of school. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
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Arturo Oliver and his wife Elizabeth walk their child Kayla into James Jackson Elementary. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Arturo Oliver and his wife Elizabeth walk their child Kayla into James Jackson Elementary. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
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School crossing guard Freda Stafford directs traffic in front of James Jackson Elementary. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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School crossing guard Freda Stafford directs traffic in front of James Jackson Elementary. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
Photos: Metro Atlanta students start the 2018 school year
Meanwhile, across the street from Jackson Elementary School, Zadyah Royster and Ahania Gover are dropped off at Jonesboro High School on the first day of school. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Meanwhile, across the street from Jackson Elementary School, Zadyah Royster and Ahania Gover are dropped off at Jonesboro High School on the first day of school. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
PeachFest 2018 in Atlanta
Mike Haze takes a photograph with Big Fuzzy a giant peach during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Mike Haze takes a photograph with Big Fuzzy a giant peach during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
PeachFest 2018 in Atlanta
Peaches and Cream samples are available during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. The food and drink festival featured 65 chefs, distillers, brewers and farmers. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Peaches and Cream samples are available during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. The food and drink festival featured 65 chefs, distillers, brewers and farmers. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
PeachFest 2018 in Atlanta
A large crowd fills Broad Street during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. PeachFest is a nonprofit festival that returned to downtown Atlanta for its second year. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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A large crowd fills Broad Street during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. PeachFest is a nonprofit festival that returned to downtown Atlanta for its second year. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
PeachFest 2018 in Atlanta
Chef Stephani Riley takes a pizza out of an oven during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Chef Stephani Riley takes a pizza out of an oven during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
PeachFest 2018 in Atlanta
Packway Handle Band plays at PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Packway Handle Band plays at PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
PeachFest 2018 in Atlanta
A sculpture of a pig made of flowers and with a peach in its mouth stands on Broad Street during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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A sculpture of a pig made of flowers and with a peach in its mouth stands on Broad Street during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
PeachFest 2018 in Atlanta
Amy Dresser gets her photograph taken by a sculpture of a pig during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. PeachFest is a nonprofit festival that returned to downtown Atlanta for its second year. STEVE...
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Amy Dresser gets her photograph taken by a sculpture of a pig during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. PeachFest is a nonprofit festival that returned to downtown Atlanta for its second year. STEVE...
PeachFest 2018 in Atlanta
Chelsea Patricia (left) and Brock Sides take a photograph of a peach to send to a social media site during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Chelsea Patricia (left) and Brock Sides take a photograph of a peach to send to a social media site during PeachFest in Atlanta on Sunday, July 29, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
2018 Festival on Ponce
Festivalgoers look over the many food choices during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. Atlanta arts and crafts festival is set in the historic Olmsted Linear Park. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...
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Festivalgoers look over the many food choices during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. Atlanta arts and crafts festival is set in the historic Olmsted Linear Park. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...
2018 Festival on Ponce
Artist Tommy Robinson waits in his booth for customers during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Artist Tommy Robinson waits in his booth for customers during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
2018 Festival on Ponce
Kids run toward the rides at the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Kids run toward the rides at the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
2018 Festival on Ponce
Benjamin Johnson stops in for his morning coffee during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Benjamin Johnson stops in for his morning coffee during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
2018 Festival on Ponce
Festivalgoers shop at the many vendor booths during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. The Atlanta arts and crafts festival is set in the historic Olmsted Linear Park. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...
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Festivalgoers shop at the many vendor booths during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. The Atlanta arts and crafts festival is set in the historic Olmsted Linear Park. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...
2018 Festival on Ponce
Artist Bobby Morris draws Nolan Shen's portrait during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Artist Bobby Morris draws Nolan Shen's portrait during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
2018 Festival on Ponce
Conner Dupree, 2, gets a ride on the shoulders of his father, Pat Dupree, during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Conner Dupree, 2, gets a ride on the shoulders of his father, Pat Dupree, during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta on Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
2018 Festival on Ponce
Bo (left) and his sister Vivian run toward their father, Rob Baker, during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Bo (left) and his sister Vivian run toward their father, Rob Baker, during the Festival on Ponce in Atlanta Sunday, April 8, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
Groundhog Day 2018 in Georgia was the first year that Georgia's groundhog General Beauregard Lee was predicting the weather from his new home. Here is his prediction, posted on Twitter from the Dauset Trails Nature...
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Groundhog Day 2018 in Georgia was the first year that Georgia's groundhog General Beauregard Lee was predicting the weather from his new home. Here is his prediction, posted on Twitter from the Dauset Trails Nature...
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
General Beauregard Lee looks out to the crowd of a few hundred from his enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch on Groundhog Day on Sunday, February 2, 2014 in Gwinnett County, Ga.
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General Beauregard Lee looks out to the crowd of a few hundred from his enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch on Groundhog Day on Sunday, February 2, 2014 in Gwinnett County, Ga.JONATHAN PHILLIPS / SPECIAL
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
General Beauregard Lee scampers around his enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014.
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General Beauregard Lee scampers around his enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014.JONATHAN PHILLIPS / SPECIAL
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
The first General Beauregard Lee looks at his sign while preparing for Groundhog Day in 1995. Lee, the South's "official weather prognosticator," lived at Yellow River Game Ranch in Gwinnett County, Ga. Upon his...
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The first General Beauregard Lee looks at his sign while preparing for Groundhog Day in 1995. Lee, the South's "official weather prognosticator," lived at Yellow River Game Ranch in Gwinnett County, Ga. Upon his...Steve Deal/AJC
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
General Beauregard Lee emerged from his southern mansion at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Saturday Feb 2nd, 2013 at 7:33 am & saw his shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter weather. Several hundred...
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General Beauregard Lee emerged from his southern mansion at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Saturday Feb 2nd, 2013 at 7:33 am & saw his shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter weather. Several hundred...Phil Skinner, pskinner@ajc.com
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
General Beauregard Lee pokes his head out of the front door to his enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014.
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General Beauregard Lee pokes his head out of the front door to his enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014.JONATHAN PHILLIPS / SPECIAL
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
The groundhog known as General Beauregard Lee came out of his door and saw his shadow on Feb. 2, signaling six more weeks of winter weather in Georgia.
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The groundhog known as General Beauregard Lee came out of his door and saw his shadow on Feb. 2, signaling six more weeks of winter weather in Georgia.Phil Skinner
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
General Beauregard Lee scampers around his enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014. The famous groundhog, according to officials, did not see his shadow this year heralding...
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General Beauregard Lee scampers around his enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014. The famous groundhog, according to officials, did not see his shadow this year heralding...JONATHAN PHILLIPS / SPECIAL
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
A stone sign sits in front of General Beauregard Lee's enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014.
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A stone sign sits in front of General Beauregard Lee's enclosure at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014.JONATHAN PHILLIPS / SPECIAL
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
Dressed as King Carlos, Charles Groves (right) talks to a few hundred people as they wait for General Beauregard Lee to appear at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014.
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Dressed as King Carlos, Charles Groves (right) talks to a few hundred people as they wait for General Beauregard Lee to appear at the Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn on Sunday, February 2, 2014.JONATHAN PHILLIPS / SPECIAL
Photos: Georgia groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee
Celebrated state groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee saw no shadow Thursday, meaning an early spring for Georgia. (Credit: Channel 2 Action News)
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Celebrated state groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee saw no shadow Thursday, meaning an early spring for Georgia. (Credit: Channel 2 Action News)
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Collins Hill guard Mandarius Dickerson (1) shoots as Peachtree Ridge center Izu Onyekachi (1) defends during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. Peachtree Ridge won 54-49. (John...
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Collins Hill guard Mandarius Dickerson (1) shoots as Peachtree Ridge center Izu Onyekachi (1) defends during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. Peachtree Ridge won 54-49. (John...John Amis
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Pechchtree Ridge student section cheer a basket against Collins Hill during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)
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Pechchtree Ridge student section cheer a basket against Collins Hill during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)John Amis
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Collins Hill student section cheer a 3 point basket against Peachtree Ridge during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)
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Collins Hill student section cheer a 3 point basket against Peachtree Ridge during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)John Amis
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Collins Hill coach Ty Baumgardner works the sideline against Peachtree Ridge during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)
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Collins Hill coach Ty Baumgardner works the sideline against Peachtree Ridge during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)John Amis
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Peachtree Ridge coach Keith Arrington works the bench during a high school basketball game against Collins Hill on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)
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Peachtree Ridge coach Keith Arrington works the bench during a high school basketball game against Collins Hill on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)John Amis
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Peachtree Ridge guard Darius Moss (0) sends a pass to Mayo Akinsumi (11) guard Darius Moss as Collins Hill forward Chris Parks defends during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga...
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Peachtree Ridge guard Darius Moss (0) sends a pass to Mayo Akinsumi (11) guard Darius Moss as Collins Hill forward Chris Parks defends during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga...John Amis
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Peachtree Ridge forward Devin Vassell (24) shoots as guard Mandarius Dickerson defends during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)
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Peachtree Ridge forward Devin Vassell (24) shoots as guard Mandarius Dickerson defends during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)John Amis
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Peachtree Ridge guard Hirum Maxey (21) shoots as Collins Hill forward Chris Parks, left, during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)
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Peachtree Ridge guard Hirum Maxey (21) shoots as Collins Hill forward Chris Parks, left, during a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John Amis)John Amis
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Peachtree Ridge guard Hirum Maxey looks to forward Devin Vassell (24) as he pulls up on the baseline to pass during a high school basketball game against Collins Hill on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John...
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Peachtree Ridge guard Hirum Maxey looks to forward Devin Vassell (24) as he pulls up on the baseline to pass during a high school basketball game against Collins Hill on Friday, Jan.12, 2018, in Suwanee, Ga. (John...John Amis
Photos: Peachtree Ridge beats Collins Hill
Collins Hill guards Mandarius Dickerson, and Quincy Carter (2) vie for a loose ball with Peachtree Ridge guard Darius Moss, right, during the final moments of a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018...
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Collins Hill guards Mandarius Dickerson, and Quincy Carter (2) vie for a loose ball with Peachtree Ridge guard Darius Moss, right, during the final moments of a high school basketball game on Friday, Jan.12, 2018...John Amis
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
Elizabeth and Kyle Farrell's living room paneling and trim around the fireplace and bookshelves were painted white during renovations in 2016. The hardwood floors were replaced during the four-month renovation....
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Elizabeth and Kyle Farrell's living room paneling and trim around the fireplace and bookshelves were painted white during renovations in 2016. The hardwood floors were replaced during the four-month renovation....Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
The 4,400-square-foot home in Marietta’s Indian Hills neighborhood has five bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. It was built in 1975 and renovated in 2016.
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The 4,400-square-foot home in Marietta’s Indian Hills neighborhood has five bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. It was built in 1975 and renovated in 2016.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
The Louisa Bergere chairs with gray upholstery from Ballard Designs flank a demilune table that belonged to Elizabeth Farrell's grandmother.
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The Louisa Bergere chairs with gray upholstery from Ballard Designs flank a demilune table that belonged to Elizabeth Farrell's grandmother.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
This iron and wood table was built by Elizabeth Farrell's father because it had to be tall enough to go above the white chair rail. The twin lamps are from TJ Maxx, and the painting is from World Market. The walls...
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This iron and wood table was built by Elizabeth Farrell's father because it had to be tall enough to go above the white chair rail. The twin lamps are from TJ Maxx, and the painting is from World Market. The walls...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
A wall was removed to enlarge the kitchen, which is open to the breakfast nook. A vase from Pier 1 Imports holds branches from the backyard. The seagrass chairs are Pottery Barn, and gray bar chairs from Target...
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A wall was removed to enlarge the kitchen, which is open to the breakfast nook. A vase from Pier 1 Imports holds branches from the backyard. The seagrass chairs are Pottery Barn, and gray bar chairs from Target...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
The breakfast room leads to the laundry along a shiplap wall and barn door, both of which were added during the renovations. Tracy Davis from Creative Closets designed the laundry space. The black mirror is from...
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The breakfast room leads to the laundry along a shiplap wall and barn door, both of which were added during the renovations. Tracy Davis from Creative Closets designed the laundry space. The black mirror is from...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
Elizabeth Farrell said her favorite detail in the home is the custom black iron window, which was inspired by a photo she found in an architecture magazine. The farmhouse sink is from Rohl.
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Elizabeth Farrell said her favorite detail in the home is the custom black iron window, which was inspired by a photo she found in an architecture magazine. The farmhouse sink is from Rohl.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
The renovations by 5th Generation included removeing a wall to expand the kitchen, which got new cabinetry, a Wolf range and a KitchenAid refrigerator.
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The renovations by 5th Generation included removeing a wall to expand the kitchen, which got new cabinetry, a Wolf range and a KitchenAid refrigerator.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
Melissa Bean with 5th Generation Contracting suggested turning a room next the master into a dream closet. Tracy Davis at Creative Closets designed the space, which includes an island that holds an ironing board...
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Melissa Bean with 5th Generation Contracting suggested turning a room next the master into a dream closet. Tracy Davis at Creative Closets designed the space, which includes an island that holds an ironing board...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
The master bathroom was gutted during the renovation. When a room next to the master bedroom was turned into the closet, the bathroom borrowed space from the old closet. The space with the freestanding tub was originally...
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The master bathroom was gutted during the renovation. When a room next to the master bedroom was turned into the closet, the bathroom borrowed space from the old closet. The space with the freestanding tub was originally...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
The shower in the renovated master bath is composed of matte subway tile with gray grout and frameless glass. The shower and floor tiles from Daltile.
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The shower in the renovated master bath is composed of matte subway tile with gray grout and frameless glass. The shower and floor tiles from Daltile.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
Part of the renovations included adding flagstones around the pool.
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Part of the renovations included adding flagstones around the pool.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
The screened porch is a dining spot for the family, which gathers around a table from World Market. The stone pots holding the palm trees belonged to Kyle Farrel's parents.
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The screened porch is a dining spot for the family, which gathers around a table from World Market. The stone pots holding the palm trees belonged to Kyle Farrel's parents.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Months of renovations give traditional house a modern look
Elizabeth Farrell said her family lives in the covered patio space during the summer, watching TV when not swimming in the pool. It's also where they watch football games in the fall. The doors lead to the unfinished...
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Elizabeth Farrell said her family lives in the covered patio space during the summer, watching TV when not swimming in the pool. It's also where they watch football games in the fall. The doors lead to the unfinished...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Elizabeth and Kyle Farrell and their children, Brynn and Connor, moved in to the house in 2016. She works in sales at IBM, and he works in insurance for USI.
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Elizabeth and Kyle Farrell and their children, Brynn and Connor, moved in to the house in 2016. She works in sales at IBM, and he works in insurance for USI.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath Craftsman-style home in Alpharetta's Palisades at Milton Park was built in 2002 by Monte Hewett Homes. The homeowners say the brick and stone exterior and archways are their...
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The three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath Craftsman-style home in Alpharetta's Palisades at Milton Park was built in 2002 by Monte Hewett Homes. The homeowners say the brick and stone exterior and archways are their...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The parlor is decorated with pieces by RH, including the double-door French conservatory cabinet, which is modeled after casement windows but has a contemporary frame made of steel and iron shelves. The arched top...
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The parlor is decorated with pieces by RH, including the double-door French conservatory cabinet, which is modeled after casement windows but has a contemporary frame made of steel and iron shelves. The arched top...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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A pair of Marcel Upholstered Club Chairs from RH rest between a cocktail table in the parlor. The chairs, with brass nailhead trims, are modeled on French chairs of the 1930s and 1940s.
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A pair of Marcel Upholstered Club Chairs from RH rest between a cocktail table in the parlor. The chairs, with brass nailhead trims, are modeled on French chairs of the 1930s and 1940s.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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Euro Design installed new granite countertops in the kitchen, which has appliances from BrandsMart. After buying the home in 2013, Jim and Kathy Callahan also refinished the cabinets and installed new hardware as...
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Euro Design installed new granite countertops in the kitchen, which has appliances from BrandsMart. After buying the home in 2013, Jim and Kathy Callahan also refinished the cabinets and installed new hardware as...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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A pair of brown leather bar stools from Arhaus pull up to the counter in the kitchen. The stools were designed by Mexican artisans and have an iron base. The hardwood floors were refinished and re-stained by The...
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A pair of brown leather bar stools from Arhaus pull up to the counter in the kitchen. The stools were designed by Mexican artisans and have an iron base. The hardwood floors were refinished and re-stained by The...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The outdoor spaces include a covered patio and porch off the second-story master bedroom. The brick Craftsman-style home was built by Monte Hewett Homes in 2002.
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The outdoor spaces include a covered patio and porch off the second-story master bedroom. The brick Craftsman-style home was built by Monte Hewett Homes in 2002.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The Craftsman-style cottage, built by Monte Hewett Homes, has a brick and stone porch and arch details, which are the homeowners' favorite architectural elements.
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The Craftsman-style cottage, built by Monte Hewett Homes, has a brick and stone porch and arch details, which are the homeowners' favorite architectural elements.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The courtyard is spacious enough for two seating areas. The Callahans added the pergola with a high-top bar table patio set that they enjoy using as a dining space. The backyard was a part of the $41,000 renovations...
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The courtyard is spacious enough for two seating areas. The Callahans added the pergola with a high-top bar table patio set that they enjoy using as a dining space. The backyard was a part of the $41,000 renovations...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The Callahans included the courtyard in their renovations by working with landscaper Scott Tolbert, who removed overgrown bushes and trees to create more room for outdoor entertaining. The area now includes a dining...
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The Callahans included the courtyard in their renovations by working with landscaper Scott Tolbert, who removed overgrown bushes and trees to create more room for outdoor entertaining. The area now includes a dining...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The cluster home in the Palisades at Milton Park has a courtyard-style backyard, where the homeowners can dine al fresco.
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The cluster home in the Palisades at Milton Park has a courtyard-style backyard, where the homeowners can dine al fresco.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The Travertine Drum Round Cocktail Table from Bassett has a hand-forged iron base and travertine stone top. The table's design is inspired by military drums.
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The Travertine Drum Round Cocktail Table from Bassett has a hand-forged iron base and travertine stone top. The table's design is inspired by military drums.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The breakfast nook is filled with statement transitional pieces like the round breakfast table with a copper top from Arhaus and the reclaimed wood and stone tile accent wall behind the buffet nook. The new look...
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The breakfast nook is filled with statement transitional pieces like the round breakfast table with a copper top from Arhaus and the reclaimed wood and stone tile accent wall behind the buffet nook. The new look...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The vertical striped accent wall uses Sherwin-Williams' Gateway Gray in two sheens, eggshell and gloss, for a decorative look above the chair rail. The dining room is outfitted with a table, chairs and hutch from...
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The vertical striped accent wall uses Sherwin-Williams' Gateway Gray in two sheens, eggshell and gloss, for a decorative look above the chair rail. The dining room is outfitted with a table, chairs and hutch from...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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A transitional-style mirror hangs above a console decorated with pictures and decorative urns. Nutcracker and Santa ornaments span the bottom shelf. This space leads to the master suite.
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A transitional-style mirror hangs above a console decorated with pictures and decorative urns. Nutcracker and Santa ornaments span the bottom shelf. This space leads to the master suite.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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Built-in shelving on both sides of a hallway leading to the master bedroom is filled with photos from family trips.
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Built-in shelving on both sides of a hallway leading to the master bedroom is filled with photos from family trips.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The master bedroom features architectural elements such as the archway with columns. The home was built in 2002 by Monte Hewett Homes and they painted the bedroom Silvermist, a Sherwin-Williams hue.
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The master bedroom features architectural elements such as the archway with columns. The home was built in 2002 by Monte Hewett Homes and they painted the bedroom Silvermist, a Sherwin-Williams hue.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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Figurines, flowers and a mirror with a sunburst shape are paired with custom window treatments by Lori Harbrecht in the master suite. The furniture is from Bassett.
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Figurines, flowers and a mirror with a sunburst shape are paired with custom window treatments by Lori Harbrecht in the master suite. The furniture is from Bassett.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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A traditional wooden four-poster bed contrasts with the white paneled grid that serves as an accent wall. The paneling, which cost about $750, is among about $41,000 in renovations. The bedroom furniture is from...
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A traditional wooden four-poster bed contrasts with the white paneled grid that serves as an accent wall. The paneling, which cost about $750, is among about $41,000 in renovations. The bedroom furniture is from...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The front porch gets of dose of holiday cheer with Christmas pillows on the iron bench and a festive bowed wreath.
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The front porch gets of dose of holiday cheer with Christmas pillows on the iron bench and a festive bowed wreath.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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A trio of mirrors shine above the wood bed in the pink-and-green guest bedroom. Callahan likes using different materials, like the iron and mirrored wall art, in her transitional home decor.
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A trio of mirrors shine above the wood bed in the pink-and-green guest bedroom. Callahan likes using different materials, like the iron and mirrored wall art, in her transitional home decor.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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The gingham bedding complements the style of the shiplapped accent wall, which was added in the renovations. A metal dome fan speckled in leaves brings a sense of the outdoors within the space while the art piece...
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The gingham bedding complements the style of the shiplapped accent wall, which was added in the renovations. A metal dome fan speckled in leaves brings a sense of the outdoors within the space while the art piece...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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Jim and Kathy Callahan sit in their parlor with their King Charles spaniel, Charlie. Jim Callahan retired in 2017 as CEO of Ackerman Security Systems. The art piece is composed of antique door knockers that Kathy...
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Jim and Kathy Callahan sit in their parlor with their King Charles spaniel, Charlie. Jim Callahan retired in 2017 as CEO of Ackerman Security Systems. The art piece is composed of antique door knockers that Kathy...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo
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12/18/17 - Atlanta - Zanor McWilliams, from Stone Mountain, said she was stuck on the tarmac for eight hours on Sunday, and returned today to try to collect her luggage. Passengers we're still feeling the effects...
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12/18/17 - Atlanta - Zanor McWilliams, from Stone Mountain, said she was stuck on the tarmac for eight hours on Sunday, and returned today to try to collect her luggage. Passengers we're still feeling the effects...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
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Spirit Airlines baggage piling up at airport.
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Spirit Airlines baggage piling up at airport.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Crowds lining up at Spirit Airlines terminal.
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Crowds lining up at Spirit Airlines terminal.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Santa aka Chester Cook with the Department of Aviation hands out treats to traveler Leslie Mahan from Montana.
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Santa aka Chester Cook with the Department of Aviation hands out treats to traveler Leslie Mahan from Montana.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Passengers in a security line at the North terminal.
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Passengers in a security line at the North terminal.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Ciara Billingsby from Macon checking in for a trip to California.
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Ciara Billingsby from Macon checking in for a trip to California.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Travelers arrive at the South terminal.
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Travelers arrive at the South terminal.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Dec. 18, 2017 - Atlanta - A MARTA train heads towards the airport. Many of the passengers said that they had been affected by Sunday’s power outage and hoped to get out today. Ribitha Shetty, who was trying to...
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Dec. 18, 2017 - Atlanta - A MARTA train heads towards the airport. Many of the passengers said that they had been affected by Sunday’s power outage and hoped to get out today. Ribitha Shetty, who was trying to...BOB ANDRES / BANDRES@AJC.COM
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This image shows damaged power systems in a tunnel under Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. A fire caused the massive power outage. Photo supplied by Georgia Power.
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This image shows damaged power systems in a tunnel under Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. A fire caused the massive power outage. Photo supplied by Georgia Power.Credit: Georgia Power
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Workers in the tunnel under Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport work to fix the damaged power systems that caused the massive power outage. Photo supplied by Georgia Power
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Workers in the tunnel under Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport work to fix the damaged power systems that caused the massive power outage. Photo supplied by Georgia PowerCredit: Georgia Power
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Flights canceled are displayed on the board.
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Flights canceled are displayed on the board.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Destiny Easley and Bronx from Jacksonville, Ala. waited in the Delta ticket line only to miss their flight to Arizona because of the long lines.
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Destiny Easley and Bronx from Jacksonville, Ala. waited in the Delta ticket line only to miss their flight to Arizona because of the long lines.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Long lines at the Delta ticket counters as Alexis Canete feels the stress as he tries to get back to Cuba after visiting Tennessee.
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Long lines at the Delta ticket counters as Alexis Canete feels the stress as he tries to get back to Cuba after visiting Tennessee.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Long lines at the ticket counter in the North terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
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Long lines at the ticket counter in the North terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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The Delta check-in line was so slow that some passengers pulled up seats while waiting.
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The Delta check-in line was so slow that some passengers pulled up seats while waiting.Ben Brasch / AJC
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Donna Davis, left, and niece Tara Davis of Illinois at Atlanta airport Monday morning.
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Donna Davis, left, and niece Tara Davis of Illinois at Atlanta airport Monday morning.David Wickert / AJC
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The boards were back up Monday morning at Atlanta airport following a power outage that paralyzed travel.
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The boards were back up Monday morning at Atlanta airport following a power outage that paralyzed travel.Ben Brasch / AJC
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Every seat is the window seat as people wait for flights after power outage Monday morning.
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Every seat is the window seat as people wait for flights after power outage Monday morning.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Stranded passengers at Atlanta airport wait to be connected on Monday after a power outage paralyzed travel.
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Stranded passengers at Atlanta airport wait to be connected on Monday after a power outage paralyzed travel.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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Kenneth Lucas, 2, and his family spent the night in the atrium at Atlanta airport on their way to New York hoping to connect flight Monday.
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Kenneth Lucas, 2, and his family spent the night in the atrium at Atlanta airport on their way to New York hoping to connect flight Monday.JOHN SPINK / JSPINK@AJC.COM
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A traveler sleeps on a baggage carousel at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded scores of flights and passengers...
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A traveler sleeps on a baggage carousel at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded scores of flights and passengers...Branden Camp/AP
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Passengers rest behind the ticket counter after the lights went out at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded...
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Passengers rest behind the ticket counter after the lights went out at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded...Branden Camp/AP
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A traveler waits in dark at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded scores of flights and passengers during one...
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A traveler waits in dark at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded scores of flights and passengers during one...Branden Camp/AP
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A man sits in the dark on a restaurant counter after the lights went out at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded...
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A man sits in the dark on a restaurant counter after the lights went out at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded...Branden Camp/AP
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Passengers wait after the lights went out at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded scores of flights and passengers...
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Passengers wait after the lights went out at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded scores of flights and passengers...Branden Camp/AP
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Passengers wait after the lights went out at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded scores of flights and passengers...
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Passengers wait after the lights went out at Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. A sudden power outage at the airport on Sunday grounded scores of flights and passengers...Branden Camp/AP
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Donna Gilbert waits for her mother's flight in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports...
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Donna Gilbert waits for her mother's flight in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports...Steve Schaefer
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Passengers wait for the lights to come back on at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is...
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Passengers wait for the lights to come back on at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is...Steve Schaefer
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Passengers wait for the lights to come back on at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is...
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Passengers wait for the lights to come back on at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is...Steve Schaefer
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Heidi Harrington (R) and her son Dillon wait to check in for their flight to New York in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of...
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Heidi Harrington (R) and her son Dillon wait to check in for their flight to New York in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of...Steve Schaefer
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Long lines form at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport after a reported loss of electricity on December 17, 2017, in Atlanta Ga. Sunday. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Long lines form at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport after a reported loss of electricity on December 17, 2017, in Atlanta Ga. Sunday. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
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Long lines form at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport after a reported loss of electricity on December 17, 2017, in Atlanta Ga. Sunday. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Long lines form at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport after a reported loss of electricity on December 17, 2017, in Atlanta Ga. Sunday. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
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Passengers wait for the lights to come back on at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is...
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Passengers wait for the lights to come back on at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is...Steve Schaefer
Photos: Power outage paralyzes Atlanta airport
Passengers wait in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is currently holding...
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Passengers wait in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is currently holding...Steve Schaefer
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Isabelle Jacobs waits for her flight to New York in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports...
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Isabelle Jacobs waits for her flight to New York in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports...Steve Schaefer
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Fanny Suarez (L) waits in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is currently...
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Fanny Suarez (L) waits in a dark terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Sunday, December 17, 2017. The Airport is reporting a loss of electricity. The FlightAware site reports the airport is currently...Steve Schaefer
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A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.
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A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.Rick and Kathy Crotts
Photos: Power outage paralyzes Atlanta airport
A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.
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A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.Rick and Kathy Crotts
Photos: Power outage paralyzes Atlanta airport
A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.
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A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.Rick and Kathy Crotts
Photos: Power outage paralyzes Atlanta airport
A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.
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A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.Rick and Kathy Crotts
Photos: Power outage paralyzes Atlanta airport
A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.
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A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.Rick and Kathy Crotts
Photos: Power outage paralyzes Atlanta airport
A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.
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A sudden power outage brought the world’s busiest airport to a standstill Sunday, grounding scores of flights in Atlanta.Rick and Kathy Crotts
Photos: Craftsman remodeled, garage reclaimed from critters
Midcentury modern furnishings mix with salvaged finds in the living room. The turquoise tweed sectional from Joybird contrasts with the salvaged tool chests Chris Erickson and Kristin Tench Erickson bought at Lakewood...
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Midcentury modern furnishings mix with salvaged finds in the living room. The turquoise tweed sectional from Joybird contrasts with the salvaged tool chests Chris Erickson and Kristin Tench Erickson bought at Lakewood...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The chimney and fireplace of the 1920s Candler Park home is wrapped in reclaimed barn wood from HistoricFlooring.com. Chris Erickson said he liked that it is a shiplap-type siding and was easy to install. The figures...
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The chimney and fireplace of the 1920s Candler Park home is wrapped in reclaimed barn wood from HistoricFlooring.com. Chris Erickson said he liked that it is a shiplap-type siding and was easy to install. The figures...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The three-bedroom, two-bath house in Candler Park is 1,575 quare feet. It was built in 1928, but the Ericksons purchased it in April 2016 and renovated it over three months.
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The three-bedroom, two-bath house in Candler Park is 1,575 quare feet. It was built in 1928, but the Ericksons purchased it in April 2016 and renovated it over three months.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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A burnt orange neighborhood plaque is a strong contrast with the exterior, which is painted Benjamin Moore Newburg Green. To prepare for the neighborhood's fall Tour of Homes, homeowner Chris Erickson renovated...
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A burnt orange neighborhood plaque is a strong contrast with the exterior, which is painted Benjamin Moore Newburg Green. To prepare for the neighborhood's fall Tour of Homes, homeowner Chris Erickson renovated...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The detached garage was original to the house and a selling point for the Candler Park bungalow, even though it needed extensive rehabilitation.
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The detached garage was original to the house and a selling point for the Candler Park bungalow, even though it needed extensive rehabilitation.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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After renovating the detached garage that once housed squirrels, the studio space became Chris Erickson's office. While many changes were made, including the new windows and reclaimed pine flooring from Authentic...
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After renovating the detached garage that once housed squirrels, the studio space became Chris Erickson's office. While many changes were made, including the new windows and reclaimed pine flooring from Authentic...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The black-and-white kitchen has a mix of modern and industrial elements. The homeowners found the tractor seat barstools online. The countertop is a honed American black granite from Atlanta Kitchen. The glass front...
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The black-and-white kitchen has a mix of modern and industrial elements. The homeowners found the tractor seat barstools online. The countertop is a honed American black granite from Atlanta Kitchen. The glass front...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Walls were removed in the 2016 renovation to create an open floor plan and a larger kitchen. The backsplash, a Brix glazed white tile, is from Specialty Tile Products. The stainless steel appliances are from Samsung...
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Walls were removed in the 2016 renovation to create an open floor plan and a larger kitchen. The backsplash, a Brix glazed white tile, is from Specialty Tile Products. The stainless steel appliances are from Samsung...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The enclosed back porch was added by Chris Erickson during the renovation. The gray-and-orange sofa is from Bellacor.com and matches the orange chairs from Amazon. The round glass side table is from Ikea. The flooring...
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The enclosed back porch was added by Chris Erickson during the renovation. The gray-and-orange sofa is from Bellacor.com and matches the orange chairs from Amazon. The round glass side table is from Ikea. The flooring...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Chris Erickson found a door with a stained glass window to use in the screened-in back porch.
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Chris Erickson found a door with a stained glass window to use in the screened-in back porch.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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An antique Coca-Cola sign, which Chris Erickson found in a shed he renovated 10 years ago, brings vintage appeal to a sitting area next to the new screened-in porch. The aqua Adirondack chairs are from Lowe's and...
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An antique Coca-Cola sign, which Chris Erickson found in a shed he renovated 10 years ago, brings vintage appeal to a sitting area next to the new screened-in porch. The aqua Adirondack chairs are from Lowe's and...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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A guest room features bedding and curtains from West Elm and a bed frame from Ikea. The circular light fixture used to be wall mounted, but Chris Erickson created a stand to make the light portable.
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A guest room features bedding and curtains from West Elm and a bed frame from Ikea. The circular light fixture used to be wall mounted, but Chris Erickson created a stand to make the light portable.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Storage and stained glass were added when the master bathroom was renovated in 2016. The stained glass in the window was found on eBay, and Chris Erickson changed the frame size to make it fit. The stained glass...
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Storage and stained glass were added when the master bathroom was renovated in 2016. The stained glass in the window was found on eBay, and Chris Erickson changed the frame size to make it fit. The stained glass...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The master bedroom is connected to the nursery of 6-month-old Max, and the door between the rooms is original. The art above the bed and the clover-shaped mirror are from Target.
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The master bedroom is connected to the nursery of 6-month-old Max, and the door between the rooms is original. The art above the bed and the clover-shaped mirror are from Target.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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A cedar wall in the nursery accents the Thundercloud-painted walls, a color from Sherwin-Williams' Emerald brand. The window above the bookshelf was from another renovation by Erickson, a builder, and originally...
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A cedar wall in the nursery accents the Thundercloud-painted walls, a color from Sherwin-Williams' Emerald brand. The window above the bookshelf was from another renovation by Erickson, a builder, and originally...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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University of Alabama ornaments dangle from one of the eight trees in the Avondale Estates home of Toby and Megan Martin.. The fan-inspired tree is in the recreation space of the renovated basement. A pool table...
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University of Alabama ornaments dangle from one of the eight trees in the Avondale Estates home of Toby and Megan Martin.. The fan-inspired tree is in the recreation space of the renovated basement. A pool table...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The Martins' home was built in 1954 and renovated in 2013. The basement was turned in to a recreation room.
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The Martins' home was built in 1954 and renovated in 2013. The basement was turned in to a recreation room.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The home was built in 1954 and renovated in 2013 with a new second floor. HouseSensationsArt in Lincolnton made the custom steel wreaths with a peace sign motif. Homeowner Megan Martin said she wanted a non-traditional...
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The home was built in 1954 and renovated in 2013 with a new second floor. HouseSensationsArt in Lincolnton made the custom steel wreaths with a peace sign motif. Homeowner Megan Martin said she wanted a non-traditional...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The porch overlooks the wooded neighborhood and shows the home's modern prairie design.
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The porch overlooks the wooded neighborhood and shows the home's modern prairie design.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Reclaimed wood from the family's original home serves as accent in the mud room. Holiday-inspired plaid peace cushions decorate the bench seat.
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Reclaimed wood from the family's original home serves as accent in the mud room. Holiday-inspired plaid peace cushions decorate the bench seat.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The custom chairs from RH, slipcovered in a graphite-color Belgian linen surround the dining table, The dining room opens to the great room, where metal details include the collection of mirrors and an orbital chandelier...
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The custom chairs from RH, slipcovered in a graphite-color Belgian linen surround the dining table, The dining room opens to the great room, where metal details include the collection of mirrors and an orbital chandelier...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The great room showcases modern style with a custom RH sofa and chairs made of acrylic and fabric. The art piece above the fireplace is Samsung's "The Frame" television in its art view.
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The great room showcases modern style with a custom RH sofa and chairs made of acrylic and fabric. The art piece above the fireplace is Samsung's "The Frame" television in its art view.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The Luca fabric chair from RH Modern, designed by Milo Baughman, has acrylic panels, brushed brass rivets and custom Belgian linen cotton. The gold-cast trunk side table also is from RH Modern.
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The Luca fabric chair from RH Modern, designed by Milo Baughman, has acrylic panels, brushed brass rivets and custom Belgian linen cotton. The gold-cast trunk side table also is from RH Modern.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Red pillar candles are decorated with holly berries and greenery in the great room. Megan Martin's holiday decor includes a wicker sleigh next to the fireplace and a pewter Nativity scene passed down from her mother...
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Red pillar candles are decorated with holly berries and greenery in the great room. Megan Martin's holiday decor includes a wicker sleigh next to the fireplace and a pewter Nativity scene passed down from her mother...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The renovated kitchen is modern and is open, a feature Megan Martin said she appreciates. The family can be in the same room when she's cooking and when the kids are doing homework or playing on their iPads, she...
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The renovated kitchen is modern and is open, a feature Megan Martin said she appreciates. The family can be in the same room when she's cooking and when the kids are doing homework or playing on their iPads, she...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Festive plates and placemats, and reindeer on a green-and-red table runner bring the holidays into the kitchen.
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Festive plates and placemats, and reindeer on a green-and-red table runner bring the holidays into the kitchen.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The modern stair rail, made of cables, gets a holiday update with garland and berries for the tour.
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The modern stair rail, made of cables, gets a holiday update with garland and berries for the tour.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The three-levels give Megan Martin plenty of areas to decorate and display her eight trees for the family's first Christmas in the home.
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The three-levels give Megan Martin plenty of areas to decorate and display her eight trees for the family's first Christmas in the home.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Six-year-old Mary Helen's pink room has festive flair with it's own tree. The tree is decorated with purple ribbon and shoe ornaments from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It is one of eight trees in the home, which...
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Six-year-old Mary Helen's pink room has festive flair with it's own tree. The tree is decorated with purple ribbon and shoe ornaments from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It is one of eight trees in the home, which...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The guest room features festive green and white Pottery Barn bedding, with artwork from Ikea featuring a Volkswagen Bug. Custom-made peace wreaths are hung outside the windows.
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The guest room features festive green and white Pottery Barn bedding, with artwork from Ikea featuring a Volkswagen Bug. Custom-made peace wreaths are hung outside the windows.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The family enjoys visiting New Orleans, and beads from past Mardi Gras parades spill over a white tree in one of the home's five bedrooms. A reindeer pillow adds to the festive decor, while a peace wreath can be...
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The family enjoys visiting New Orleans, and beads from past Mardi Gras parades spill over a white tree in one of the home's five bedrooms. A reindeer pillow adds to the festive decor, while a peace wreath can be...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The "gene" tree showcases ornaments from both sides of the family and pays respect to Toby Martin's mother, Jean. Some ornaments, which are more than 100 years old, belonged to her, while some of the new ones were...
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The "gene" tree showcases ornaments from both sides of the family and pays respect to Toby Martin's mother, Jean. Some ornaments, which are more than 100 years old, belonged to her, while some of the new ones were...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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A Disney-inspired Christmas tree and a red-and-white holiday quilt continue the seasonal decor into Royal's bedroom. The tree is composed of momentos like Magic Bands and lanyards from trips to the Disney parks...
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A Disney-inspired Christmas tree and a red-and-white holiday quilt continue the seasonal decor into Royal's bedroom. The tree is composed of momentos like Magic Bands and lanyards from trips to the Disney parks...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The master bedroom features modern furnishings mixed with traditional holiday decor. Megan Martin brings her love for Christmas trees into the room with one decorated with burgundy and gold ornaments.
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The master bedroom features modern furnishings mixed with traditional holiday decor. Megan Martin brings her love for Christmas trees into the room with one decorated with burgundy and gold ornaments.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Original artwork includes a signed lithograph by artist Harry Wysocki that Toby Martin's parents purchased in the San Francisco Bay area in the 1960s. It hangs over the Oviedo chaise from RH covered in cocoa Italian...
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Original artwork includes a signed lithograph by artist Harry Wysocki that Toby Martin's parents purchased in the San Francisco Bay area in the 1960s. It hangs over the Oviedo chaise from RH covered in cocoa Italian...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The renovated master bathroom mixes modern and vintage styles. The pendant light above the tub is from Ikea. Dual vanities were added in the 2013 renovation, which also included a custom closet by California Closets...
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The renovated master bathroom mixes modern and vintage styles. The pendant light above the tub is from Ikea. Dual vanities were added in the 2013 renovation, which also included a custom closet by California Closets...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Floor-to-ceiling marble with gold veining surrounds the fireplace, and two gold LED holiday trees from RH infuse modern style into the home office, one of two in the Avondale Estates home.
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Floor-to-ceiling marble with gold veining surrounds the fireplace, and two gold LED holiday trees from RH infuse modern style into the home office, one of two in the Avondale Estates home.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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The eight-light Columbus sputnik chandelier by Trent Austin Design, with Edison filament bulbs, brings an industrial element to the home office. The metal noel sign is among the holiday accents in the room.
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The eight-light Columbus sputnik chandelier by Trent Austin Design, with Edison filament bulbs, brings an industrial element to the home office. The metal noel sign is among the holiday accents in the room.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
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Toby and Megan Martin live in their Avondale Estates prairie-style home with their children, 9-year-old Royal and 6-year-old Mary Helen, and cats Chocolate and Ethan. Toby Martin works in sales for SecureWorks,...
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Toby and Megan Martin live in their Avondale Estates prairie-style home with their children, 9-year-old Royal and 6-year-old Mary Helen, and cats Chocolate and Ethan. Toby Martin works in sales for SecureWorks,...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
Courtney Mcquire (front) and Delta Bount ride down the 400-foot tubing hill together at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate...
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Courtney Mcquire (front) and Delta Bount ride down the 400-foot tubing hill together at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate...Steve Schaefer
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
People get in line to ride down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing...
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People get in line to ride down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing...Steve Schaefer
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
People head down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE...
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People head down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE...Steve Schaefer
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
People head down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE...
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People head down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE...Steve Schaefer
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
People ride down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in a large tube that can accommodate up to 8 riders at Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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People ride down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in a large tube that can accommodate up to 8 riders at Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
Kyrus Robinson organizes the inner tubes at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE SCHAEFER...
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Kyrus Robinson organizes the inner tubes at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE SCHAEFER...Steve Schaefer
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
Colin Daniels rides down the smaller hill in the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Colin Daniels rides down the smaller hill in the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
Kids play in the manufactured snow at the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE SCHAEFER /...
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Kids play in the manufactured snow at the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE SCHAEFER /...Steve Schaefer
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
Bailey Thomas plays in the manufactured snow at the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE SCHAEFER...
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Bailey Thomas plays in the manufactured snow at the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE SCHAEFER...Steve Schaefer
Photos: Snow Mountain transforms Stone Mountain Park
Colin Rottner plays in the manufactured snow at the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
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Colin Rottner plays in the manufactured snow at the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer
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