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New retail, dining options coming to Underground Atlanta
Atlanta-based real estate firm Lalani Ventures has announced a wave of new retail and dining additions coming to Underground Atlanta’s Upper Alabama Street.Coming to the shopping district is Dolo’s Pizza, a former food cart that transitioned into a permanent space in Lower Alabama. After gaining popularity at its original location, the pizzeria is set to expand its venture as a way to serve more customers, according to a release.Another eatery that will be joining Dolo’s at Upper Alabama Street is
Federal judge halts Georgia law restricting youth access to social media
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction Thursday against enforcement of a 2024 Georgia law that sought to limit social media companies’ access to children. The Protecting Georgia’s Children on Social Media Act sailed through the General Assembly with broad bipartisan support and was a top priority for Republican Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. But Amy Totenberg, a federal judge for the Northern District of Georgia, said the industry-backed plaintiff in the case was likely to prevail on claims that the law
Brookhaven’s City Centre project hit with color mismatch issue
Brookhaven’s $78 million new city hall, scheduled to open in August, is experiencing a colorful setback. The dome atop Brookhaven’s City Centre was intended to reflect muted tones of the city’s signature colors – blue and green, consistent with the design vision supported by the community, mayor, and city council members. But last week when the installation of the dome glass began, residents and passersby noticed something was amiss. Online, people have been comparing the bright red, yellow, and blue
Early bird tickets on sale for Sandy Springs Wine Festival
Early bird tickets are on sale now for the Oct. 5 Sandy Springs Wine Festival at Heritage Entertainment Lawn. The festival enters its third year after attracting more than 300 attendees in its first two years. A news release said it will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5 at 6110 Blue Stone Road. The general tasting runs from 3 to 5 p.m.Early bird tickets are on sale for $80. Groups of 10 or more tickets get a 10 percent discount, the release said. Read more here Posted by GPC
Music, events and food to mark Juneteenth celebrations around Atlanta
Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, was celebrated with parades and celebrations over the weekend, but even more are planned for June 19. We’ve rounded up a guide to some of the events.Juneteenth a Reat City Springs Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, and Brookhaven are teaming up to present a free, family-friendly 2025 Juneteenth Celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. on June 19 at City Springs with a mix of live performances, educational experiences, and immersive art exhibits. Read more
