Events in Atlanta
PHOTOS: Juneteenth Atlanta Parade and Music Festival
The Juneteenth celebration kicked off in high spirits with a parade in the streets of Atlanta and then concluded with a music festival at Centennial Olympic Park. The event celebrates freedom, unity and equality, featuring live music, hand-made merchandise, food and many other cultural experiences. The events started Friday, June 16, and run through Sunday, June 18.
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People walking in Cisco’s float at the Juneteenth Parade in Atlanta on Saturday, June 17, 2023. (Katelyn Myrick/katelyn.myrick@ajc.com)
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PHOTOS: School starts for Decatur students
Students across Decatur and Henry County started school on Thursday. The majority of metro schools will begin their school year Monday.
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PHOTOS: Georgia State hits field for opening practice
High temperatures can’t slow energy at Georgia State’s opening practice. The Panthers have plenty of new players on the team this season.
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PHOTOS: Georgia Bulldogs hold first fall football practice July 31
The Georgia Bulldogs held their first fall practice of the football season on Thursday, July 31.
PHOTOS: New Fulton school prepares for school year
Briar Hills Elementary School is a new school in Fulton County. It was built to replace Conley Hills Elementary near Woodland Middle School in East Point.
