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New addition to Atlanta Zoo

A little before six this morning, the thirteen year old giant panda Lun Lun gave birth to her hairless pink cub at Zoo Atlanta. This is Lun Lun's third cub.  The proud mother has been on 24 hour a day watch since an ultrasound confimed the pregnancy ov... »

Big Springs Farms: a fall tradition that's close to home

When the leaves begin to change and the air turns just a bit cooler, there's only one thing on the mind of every family in the Atlanta area: "which pumpkin patch should we visit?" But why travel all the way into the North Georgia mountains if you don't... »

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Big Weekend means lots of traffic

This weekend in Atlanta will be jam packed with a plethora of events and goings-on and the weather is perfect for it.  Tonight at Piedmont Park, the legendary Eagles will perfomr at 8 p.m.  As always they are sure to rock the place.  Piedmont Park will... »

Roswell's Chili Cook-Off: The competition is heating up!

When most people think of fall, they think of cooler temperatures, colorful trees and chili, of course! Join the Roswell Recreation and Parks Department for the first annual Chili Cook-Off! Professional and amateur chefs from all over the local area wi... »

Big weekend of events will cause a ton of traffic.

Pretty much everywhere you go in downtown Atlanta this weekend, expect delays.  Sunday at 1 pm.  The Falcons will kickoff against the 49ers in what is sure to be a hard hitting, great game to watch.  Then at 1:35 pm, the Atlanta Braves will start their... »

Apparel Co. to add 150 jobs to Atlanta

Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation is one of the largest apparel companies in the world, and are the owners or both Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger brands worldwide.  They now plan to expand, adding about 150 much needed jobs, and also relocate to McDonou... »

Four colleges in Atlanta to share grant

Georgia State University, Agnes Scott College, Emory University and Spelman College are the four Atlanta schools that will be sharing a $1.7 million grant.  The grant comes from the National Institute of Health and is aiming to train people in careers ... »

Rhodes Hall: A grand peek into Atlanta's past

A reminder of grander days when homes were more like art, Rhodes Hall on Peachtree Street speaks to the elegance and grace of the old South. As one of the few remaining mansions in Atlanta, Rhodes Hall represents past opulence and savored legacy to thi... »

Decatur Ghost Tour: where things go bump in the night

When things go bump during the night in Decatur, it may not be "all in your imagination." Don't get spooked, just spend some time with the staff of Decatur Ghost Tours, who will introduce you to a bit of the otherworldly! With so much history, downtown... »

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Antcio Pizza in Atlanta is some of the best in the world

According to Italian pizza experts at Festa Della Pizza, The most authentic and tastiest pizza is right here in Atlanta.  The festival takes place near Naples and is held annually.  This year they voted Atlanta's Antico Pizza Napoletano a "Top in Class... »

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Cuzi Fresh Cafe: deliciously scrumptious and cozy!

When it comes to quaint eateries, North Atlanta isn't exactly known for its sidewalk charm the way Paris is; but Cuzi Fresh Cafe in Alpharetta hits close to the proverbial mark. Locally owned, the neighborhood cafe is something of a novelty for the are... »

Atlanta Arts Festival in Peidmont Park

This weekend is the Atlanta Arts Festival in Piedmont Park.  One of the best things about this is that it is free to the public.  Over two hundred artists will be on display and you can stroll through and see some amazing stuff, and most of it is for s... »

Rocky Branch Railroad & Old West Ghost Town: A haunting good time!

Prepare yourself for a hauntingly good time when you visit the Rocky Branch Railroad and Old West Ghost Town. So much fun, it will make you shiver! Growing up, LeeRoy Ivey had always loved railroad sets and amusement parks. That love carried through in... »

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AirTran to discontinue flights to Miami

Starting October 7th, AirTran airline will discontinue flights bewteen Atlanta and Miami.  This is sure to send ticket prices for that destination through the roof.  American and Delta Airlines will have to pick up the workload of taking passengers to ... »

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Roswell Arts Festival: Celebrating 44 years of festival history!

As the summer heat begins to fade, the art community in Roswell is just getting fired up! The tradition of celebrating the arts continues with the 44th Annual Roswell Arts Festival this year in 2010. Each year dozens of artists from throughout the Sout... »

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