Inside the First Morning at Johns Creek’s New Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s opened its Johns Creek store at Medley with music, local art, and a large community turnout. The store brings a fresh grocery…
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Home Sales Just Posted Their Biggest Gain of 2026. Is North Atlanta Next?
Existing-home sales rose nationally by 3.2% in May, the largest gain of 2026. Prices in North Atlanta suburbs remain high, with homes taking longer…
Electric Dirt Bikes Are Giving Cities a New Enforcement Problem
Electric dirt bikes are growing in popularity in North Atlanta but are challenging local safety and enforcement rules. These fast, quiet vehicles often cross…
Cuba’s Crisis Has a Quiet North Atlanta Echo
The worsening crisis in Cuba has personal impacts on North Atlanta’s Cuban community, affecting family ties, travel, and remittances in local suburbs.
North Atlanta Runs on Skilled Hands. Are There Enough?
North Atlanta's demand for skilled tradespeople like electricians and plumbers is rising. The shortage affects repairs and services, with immigrant workers filling key roles…
Why North Atlanta Has Few Solar Farms — and South Georgia Has So Many
North Atlanta’s limited solar farms result from its hilly Piedmont terrain and suburban land use, while South Georgia’s flat Coastal Plain supports more large…
North Atlanta Has Its Own Version of the $40 Chicken Debate
Chicken dinners in North Atlanta restaurants now typically cost $22 to $30, making ordinary dining feel pricier amid rising food and operating costs. This…
The SpaceX IPO Is Far Away. The Money May Not Be
SpaceX’s anticipated IPO may bring new wealth to North Atlanta residents tied to the company, influencing local real estate and business investments in a…
Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants in North Atlanta for an Easy Family Meal
North Atlanta’s kid-friendly dining scene meets family needs with quick meals, fun activities, and diverse menus in convenient, walkable locations.
The Looking Glass Lands at The CTR as Downtown Atlanta Bets on Social Entertainment
Downtown Atlanta’s CTR is redeveloping the former CNN Center with The Looking Glass, a large dining and entertainment venue opening in 2027. It will…
Decatur WatchFest ’26 Turns World Cup Summer Into a Free Soccer Festival
Decatur WatchFest ’26 transforms downtown Decatur into a free, family-friendly World Cup festival with outdoor match screenings, live music, and food trucks.
Decatur Pushes Into a New Era of Growth, Density and Civic Change
Decatur is undergoing major growth with a revamped downtown square, a large mixed-use project transforming an old mall, and evolving housing policies addressing affordability…