Weekend Reads

Dolly Parton and Zell Miller shared more than a love of country music
Miller became a huge Parton fan. Not long after he was elected governor in 1990, he called the country music legend with an idea.

‘Nightmare doesn’t end’: Indian grandmother faces deportation despite green card
Venkata Vasamsetty’s case shows how immigrants with years of lawful status can become subject to detention and deportation.

Ossoff, Collins are millionaires. Here is how they manage their money.
Recently filed financial disclosures outline how campaign opponents U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff and U.S. Rep. Mike Collins manage their personal fortunes.
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Student loan defaults are soaring. Georgia has one of the nation's highest rates.Student loan defaults are soaring. Georgia has one of the nation's highest rates.Student loan defaults are soaring. Georgia has one of the nation's highest rates.Student loan defaults are soaring. Georgia has one of the nation's highest rates.Student loan defaults are soaring. Georgia has one of the nation's highest rates.

Harry Connick Jr., Jill Biden to take the stage at MJCCA book fest
Plus, Atlanta author takes helm at Pat Conroy Literary Center, and there’s a new literary prize for Southern writers.

From basement shows to the Fox Theatre: Atlanta actor takes the stage in ‘Hamilton’
Christian Magby started his performing arts career at Youth Ensemble of Atlanta.
Atlanta producer Jermaine Dupri drops royalty lawsuit against Sony
The federal lawsuit, filed last month in Southern District of New York, was dismissed voluntarily Friday after unspecified resolution.
Patchwork Dollywood bear reminds me of Dolly Parton’s faith, grit and talent
Our lives resemble a patchwork of places and changes, loves and losses, laughter and tears. Dolly transformed poverty into a wealth that extends beyond money.
Aug 29, 2026As Martin Luther King Jr.’s words fade, so too does where he famously stood
A small, overlooked marker at the Lincoln Memorial deserves the recognition — and the fuller truth — the moment demands.
Aug 28, 2026Skilled trades are more in demand than ever. This is Atlanta’s moment to act.
While higher education remains important, this narrow focus has contributed to today’s workforce imbalance and shortage.
Aug 28, 2026For Georgia drivers, insurance becoming a bigger chunk of monthly payments
Insurance premiums can add hundreds of dollars to the cost of owning a vehicle.
Aug 28, 2026
Risky Medicine: How Georgia became a haven for unproven treatments
This AJC investigative series examines how Georgia is responding to practitioners touting unproven and disproven health treatments.

Chases Unchecked: How state patrol pursuits endanger Georgians
An AJC investigation of 6,700 Georgia State Patrol pursuits found more than half ended in crashes, often injuring bystanders.

Forever Stained: The South’s carpet empire and the chemicals that don’t go away
An investigative collaboration with AL.com in Alabama, The Associated Press, FRONTLINE (PBS) and The Post and Courier in South Carolina.
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PHOTOS: Tour of Championship enters Round 2
Scottie Scheffler moved up the leaderboard Friday while reigning Masters' champion Rory McIlroy struggled during Round 2 of the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club in At...
PHOTOS: DanceOut Atlanta honors Dolly Parton
The line dancing group holds a tribute night for the legendary entertainer and philanthropist, playing Parton’s music, collecting donations for her Imagination Library and enc...

PHOTOS: A look at Dragon Con over the years
The Labor Day event has long been a highlight of the holiday weekend in Atlanta.




















