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15 family-friendly events in Atlanta this weekend

Highlights include the annual Atlanta Fair downtown and Atlanta Science Festival events.

Jimmy Carter played foundational role in Georgia’s film industry

Plaza Theatre spotlights Georgia film history, showing ‘Deliverance’ and more

The series spans four decades, a time period before the state bolstered the film tax credit that radically expanded the industry.

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The 2026 Atlanta Science Festival wants to help you trust science again

The two-week extravaganza features around 150 events and activities hosted by partner organizations in Atlanta that showcase how science intersects with the world around us.

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Glitzy rooftop bar now open downtown and more from metro Atlanta’s restaurant scene

A glittery rooftop bar debuted downtown, a food-focused Midtown hotel got a new chef and Cosm, the shared-reality entertainment venue, got an opening date.

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Blend up a bright, healthy citrus chicken recipe

In a farewell column, chef Virginia Willis shares her philosophy for wholesome cooking that doesn’t sacrifice flavor, along with a nutritious take on orange chicken.

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The Brussels sprouts recipe for people who think they don’t like Brussels sprouts

Fia’s fried Brussels sprouts with pear gastrique are a tasty combination of sweet, salty and sour.

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Elephant can’t forget

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On International Women’s Day, encourage girls who want to pursue STEM fields

Girls are still underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and math careers. Parents and educators have a key role in encouraging their pursuits.

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Why so many ethnic Black Americans are sitting out anti-ICE protests

Ethnic Black Americans — enslaved, freed and oppressed — pushed for centuries to extend the American Dream to all groups, but the respect was not reciprocal.

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Who will succeed Jesse Jackson as the galvanizing voice for diversity?

Now that the Rev. Jesse Jackson has passed, America needs leaders who will pick up the mantle of fighting for diversity, equity and inclusion like he did.

March 6, 2026
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Parents play a key role in nurturing their children’s healthy news habits

American children are bombarded by all sorts of media and viewpoints. They need trusted adults' help in learning how to identify media bias and think critically.

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Atlanta United's home opener versus Real Salt Lake

PHOTOS: Atlanta United falls in home opener to Real Salt Lake

Atlanta United fell in the home opener to Real Salt Lake, 3-2, on Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Five Stipes are now 0-3-0 to begin the MLS season.

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Photos: Wheeler defeats McEachern in semifinal to advance to 6A state championship

Top-ranked Wheeler boys basketball defeated McEachern on Saturday, March 7 in the 6A state tournament semifinal.

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PHOTOS: North Paulding defeats Campbell in Class 6A girls semifinals

North Paulding earned a spot in the title game after defeating Campbell 69-54 on Saturday in the Class 6A girls semifinals at Georgia State University.