Atlanta|News|
Kwanza Hall Launches Lieutenant Governor Campaign
Former Atlanta City Councilmember and U.S. Congressman Kwanza Hall announced that he will run for lieutenant governor.
Marcus K. Garner, Patch Staff
Marcus K. Garner, Patch Staff
- Atlanta, GA
I started my professional journalism career on a football field in Alaska, and every day since has been an adventure. I've covered dog sledding and commercial fishing in the Land of the Midnight Sun, civic duty and Civil Rights icons in the Windy City, courts and crime in Hotlanta and the Inauguration of our first Black President.
Time away from the news business has given me perspective to appreciate what I've always considered my calling. And focusing on local stories has always been my lens to open a broader view of our society and our country.
Contact me at marcus.garner@patch.com, or at 404-590-7114.
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Atlanta|News|
Street Racing Deterred By Metal Plates In Road: Reports
Atlanta officials had the metal plates put down at the intersection of Piedmont Road and 10th Street to deter street racing and burnouts.
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Atlanta|News|
Highway Shooting On I-75 Leaves 4 Injured Over Weekend: Police
Police are looking for a shooter who opened fire on three vehicles on I-75 in Atlanta early Saturday morning.
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Dacula, GA|News|
Georgia Top News: Killer Spray, Spiders Spread, 2 Years Of COVID
Braves' Spring Training Delayed | Is Kemp a "RINO?" | New North Point Mall | Gas prices spike | Russian alcohol dumped: GA Top News
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Buckhead, GA|News|
Peachtree Road Farmers Market’s Season Starts Saturday
The Peachtree Road Farmers Market begins its 16th season on March 5, continuing to certified naturally grown or certified organic farms.
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Atlanta|News|
Braves Great Otis Nixon Helps Church Food Pantry Robbed Of Stock
When thieves robbed a church food pantry twice in Atlanta's Pittsburgh neighborhood, Atlanta Braves legend Otis Nixon stepped in to help.
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Atlanta|News|
Horse-Race Gambling Moves Closer To Reaching Senate OK, Voters
A State Senate committee has approved two gambling measures that would ask voters if they want to allow betting on horse racing in Georgia.
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Atlanta|News|
‘Gas Bandit’ Arrested After Police Say He Drilled Holes In Tanks
Atlanta Police arrested Matthew Reznick and charged him with several counts of theft and property damage in connection to gasoline thefts.
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Atlanta|News|
Wreck Kills Three, Closes NB Connector To Early Morning Traffic
All lanes were closed early Friday as police investigated the deadly wreck just north of Atlanta's Downtown Connector.
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Buckhead, GA|News|
Armed Robber Sneaks Into SUV, Cuts Woman To Steal Necklace, Cash
An Atlanta woman said she was robbed in broad daylight outside of the Home Depot on Piedmont Road.
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Atlanta|News|
Living With COVID: What White House Plan Means In Georgia
President Joe Biden unveiled a new COVID plan during his State of the Union. Here is what it means for Georgians.
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Atlanta|News|
Police Officer, Victim Shot During Clayton County Robbery Attempt
Clayton County Police say Arterio Crumbley, of Jonesboro, shot an officer and another victim during a robbery attempt on Wednesday.
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Atlanta|News|
Bottoms Up: GA Beer Day To Feature Atlanta Breweries
Georgia Beer Day on Saturday benefits the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild and its members, including 14 in Atlanta.
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Buckhead, GA|News|
Bottoms Up: GA Beer Day To Feature Buckhead Breweries
Georgia Beer Day on Saturday benefits the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild and its members, including 7 in Buckhead.
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Sandy Springs, GA|News|
Bottoms Up: Pontoon Brewing Co. Featured On GA Beer Day
Georgia Beer Day on Saturday benefits the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild and its members, Pontoon Brewing Co. in Sandy Springs.
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Sandy Springs, GA|News|
GA 400 Road Work: GDOT Says SB Road To Shift Thursday Night
Construction crews working on Georgia 400 say motorists should expect lane shifts late Thursday night through Sandy Springs.
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Atlanta|News|
Juniper Cafe’s New Cocktail Menu Enhances Tasty Food Offerings
The new Juniper Cafe just introduced a cocktail menu that boasts Vietnamese flavors to complement the eatery's tasty food options.
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Atlanta|News|
Atlanta Radio Icon Silas ‘SiMan Baby’ Alexander Dies Of Cancer
Atlanta R&B and Soul radio DJ Silas "SiMan Baby" Alexander III died Wednesday after a prolonged bout with pancreatic cancer.
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Buckhead, GA|News|
Woman Pushed In Front Of Moving Vehicle During Argument: Police
Gloria Franklin of Powder Springs was arrested and charged with aggravated assault after the incident in a Buckhead hospital parking deck.
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Atlanta|News|
Baseball Delayed Without CBA, Braves Home Opener A Go For Now
The Braves' first Spring Training series against the Tampa Bay Rays is canceled due to a lockout until players and the league reach a deal.
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