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White Coat Grady Gala raises record $2 million as Haupert prepares to exit The 16th annual White Coat Grady Gala raised a record $2 million while honoring outgoing CEO John Haupert, whose retirement marks the conclusion of a… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/grady-gala-raises-record-funds/

roughdraftatlanta.comWhite Coat Grady Gala raises record $2 million as Haupert prepares to exitThe 16th annual White Coat Grady Gala raised a record $2 million while honoring outgoing CEO John Haupert, whose retirement marks the conclusion of a 15-year tenure as Anthony Saul prepares to take over the role in January 2027.

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Georgia’s early voting total surpasses two million Record-breaking statewide in-person early voting turnout continued as Georgia surpassed two million voters on Oct. 27.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/georgia-early-voting-surpasses-two-million/

roughdraftatlanta.comGeorgia’s early voting total surpasses two millionRecord-breaking statewide in-person early voting turnout continued as Georgia surpassed two million voters on Oct. 27. As of the posting of this story just before 8 p.m., the early vote tally stood at 2,016,077. In 2022, 1,640,652 Georgians voted early in person over 15 days, a 22% increase over the same number of days this year. Including absentee ballots, statewide turnout is 28% with seven days remaining until Election Day, matching turnout seven days out from Election Day in 2022. “Georgia voters deserve the highest praise,” Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said in a press release.

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Five Atlanta restaurants offering family-style dinners and shareable entrees From casual spots to fine-dining establishments, family-style dining menus and entrees serving multiple people have become more… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/best-shared-family-style-meals-atlanta-restaurants/

roughdraftatlanta.comFive Atlanta restaurants offering family-style dinners and shareable entreesFrom casual spots to fine-dining establishments, family-style dining menus and entrees serving multiple people have become more commonplace at restaurants around Atlanta. Here are five Atlanta restaurants to try.

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Fulton elections officials say they’re not concerned about DOJ poll watchers The U.S. Department of Justice is sending 1,000 poll watchers around the country, including to Georgia.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/doj-sending-poll-watchers-georgia/

roughdraftatlanta.comFulton elections officials say they’re not concerned about DOJ poll watchersThe U.S. Department of Justice is sending 1,000 poll watchers around the country, including to Georgia. Some of the poll watchers will be deployed to Fulton County. County officials say they have no concerns about poll watchers from the DOJ. Sherri Allen is the chair of the Fulton Board of Elections. Elections workers process absentee ballots at the Fulton County elections warehouse in Union City on October 26, 2026.Credit: Sarah Kallis/GPB News "Public observation of elections has always been around," Allen said. "And am I concerned about it? No. We are coordinating and have coordinated across the region, across federally as well.

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Hillcrest developers announce first wave of retail tenants Developers Third & Urban and Trammell Crow Company announced the first two retail tenants, Salted Melon and Chastain Creamery, for the Hillcrest mixed-use… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/new-mixed-use-development-sandy-springs/

roughdraftatlanta.comHillcrest developers announce first wave of retail tenantsDevelopers Third & Urban and Trammell Crow Company announced the first two retail tenants, Salted Melon and Chastain Creamery, for the Hillcrest mixed-use development in Sandy Springs, Georgia, which is scheduled to open next summer.

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Dunwoody council discusses expanding entertainment districts The Dunwoody City Council discussed expanding entertainment districts and approved modifications to the High Street development plan.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/dunwoody-entertainment-district-expansion/

roughdraftatlanta.comDunwoody council discusses expanding entertainment districtsThe Dunwoody City Council discussed expanding entertainment districts and approved modifications to the High Street development plan.

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Downtown Day returns Oct. 28 with activities, food and fun Downtown Atlanta Inc. and the City of Atlanta will present the second annual Downtown Day on Wednesday, Oct.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/atlanta-downtown-day-lineup/

roughdraftatlanta.comDowntown Day returns Oct. 28 with activities, food and funDowntown Atlanta Inc. and the City of Atlanta will present the second annual Downtown Day on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Here's the lineup of events: See the new Stitch renderings Get a glimpse of Downtown’s future in the newly renovated lobby at 191 Peachtree with the latest renderings of The Stitch, surrounded by pumpkins and plenty of fall charm. The first 100 visitors will receive a Stitch enamel pin. The event runs from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Broad Street Boardwalk Lunchtime Party At noon, grab something delicious from a Broad Street restaurant and join the party outside with a DJ, dancing inflatables, a photo booth, and take home a collectable keepsake.

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Recipe: Esquites or ‘corn in a cup’ from Amasa Mexican Kitchen This week, we're sharing a recipe for esquites from Amasa Mexican Kitchen in Alpharetta. Also known as "corn in a cup" at snack stands,… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/amasa-mexican-kitchen-alpharetta-esquites-recipe/

roughdraftatlanta.comRecipe: Esquites or ‘corn in a cup’ from Amasa Mexican KitchenThis week, we're sharing a recipe for esquites from Amasa Mexican Kitchen in Alpharetta. Also known as "corn in a cup" at snack stands, esquites are a popular Mexican street food with similarities to elote.

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Former ‘Bert Show’ hosts to launch two new podcasts Former hosts of the popular morning radio show “The Bert Show” are launching two new podcasts in a shift away from traditional broadcast radio.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/former-bert-show-hosts-to-launch-two-new-podcasts/

roughdraftatlanta.comFormer ‘Bert Show’ hosts to launch two new podcastsFormer hosts of the popular morning radio show “The Bert Show” are launching two new podcasts in a shift away from traditional broadcast radio. Bert Weiss and Kristin Klingshirn are both set to launch separate podcasts over the next week, according to a press release. Weiss is starting a travel podcast with his wife, photographer Amanda Weiss, called “Trip Happens with Bert Weiss and Amanda Weiss” on Oct. 29. Klingshirn is starting a daily topic show called “Barely Functioning with Kristin Klingshirn” on Nov. 2.

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Atlanta Beltline breaks ground on another Northwest Trail segment The Atlanta Beltline broke ground Oct. 22 on Northwest Trail Segment 2A, a 0.3-mile section that connects to the completed Northside Trail and… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/beltline-segment-2a-construction-begins/

roughdraftatlanta.comAtlanta Beltline breaks ground on another Northwest Trail segmentThe Atlanta Beltline broke ground Oct. 22 on Northwest Trail Segment 2A, a 0.3-mile section that connects to the completed Northside Trail and Northwest Connector Trail. The segment moves the Beltline closer to completing the 22-mile mainline trail loop by 2030. Segment 2A is Section A of Northwest Trail Segment 2, a 0.7-mile stretch that begins at the southeast corner of Bobby Jones Golf Course and runs east along Colonial Hills Circle. The Beltline divided Segment 2 into three sections. Section A starts at Bobby Jones Golf Course and ends at the northeast end of the Georgia Power Company substation, and it covers 0.3 miles.

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🏀 Dream drop Game 5 On the brink Tuesday, Oct. 27 — The Valkyries beat the Dream 64-55 in San Francisco last night to take a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven WNBA Finals.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/%f0%9f%8f%80-dream-drop-game-5/

roughdraftatlanta.com🏀 Dream drop Game 5On the brink Tuesday, Oct. 27 — The Valkyries beat the Dream 64-55 in San Francisco last night to take a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven WNBA Finals. Game 6 is Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at State Farm Arena, after the Hawks moved their game against Cleveland to 8 p.m. that night. Atlanta must win to force a Game 7, which is scheduled for Halloween at Golden State. ☀️ Sunny with a high of 74° today. 🗳️ A week before Election Day, nearly 2 million early and mail-in votes have been cast in Georgia.

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Nonprofit to host ’35 Natural Wonders of Georgia’ authors Environment Sandy Springs is scheduled to host a book signing for Charles Seabrook and Ann Litrel, authors of '35 Natural Wonders of Georgia to See Before You… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/environment-sandy-springs-author-event/

roughdraftatlanta.comNonprofit to host ’35 Natural Wonders of Georgia’ authorsEnvironment Sandy Springs is scheduled to host a book signing for Charles Seabrook and Ann Litrel, authors of '35 Natural Wonders of Georgia to See Before You Die,' on Nov. 7 at the Abernathy Arts Center.

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Oakland Cemetery to celebrate Dia de Muertos on Nov. 1 Now in its fourth year, Atlanta’s largest Dìa de Muertos celebration will return to Oakland Cemetery on Sunday, Nov.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/atlanta-dia-muertos-oakland-cemetery/

roughdraftatlanta.comOakland Cemetery to celebrate Dia de Muertos on Nov. 1Now in its fourth year, Atlanta’s largest Dìa de Muertos celebration will return to Oakland Cemetery on Sunday, Nov. 1 from noon to 5 p.m. The free event will be presented by the Consulate General of Mexico in Atlanta, the Institute of Mexican Culture, and the Historic Oakland Foundation. Guests will enjoy traditional dancing, music, family-friendly crafts & activities, authentic Mexican food vendors, a Catrín & Catrìna costume contest with prizes, entertainment, and more. Oakland’s mausoleums are decorated as ofrendas, community-created displays of altars decorated with flowers, food, and beverages honoring deceased family and loved ones.

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Kemp: New Audi plant delivers on jobs pledge to rural Georgia German automaker Audi announced plans to build its first U.S. plant in Peach County, Georgia, a move Governor Brian Kemp hailed as the completion of a campaign… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/27/audi-chooses-georgia-plant/

roughdraftatlanta.comKemp: New Audi plant delivers on jobs pledge to rural GeorgiaGerman automaker Audi announced plans to build its first U.S. plant in Peach County, Georgia, a move Governor Brian Kemp hailed as the completion of a campaign promise to attract industry to rural areas before leaving office.

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Edwin Brant Frost IV sentenced to 15 years for $140 million Ponzi scheme Edwin Brant Frost IV, the founder of a conservative lending firm in Georgia, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Monday for orchestrating a $140 million… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/26/frost-ponzi-scheme-prison/

roughdraftatlanta.comEdwin Brant Frost IV sentenced to 15 years for $140 million Ponzi schemeEdwin Brant Frost IV, the founder of a conservative lending firm in Georgia, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Monday for orchestrating a $140 million Ponzi scheme that defrauded approximately 300 investors.

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7 things to know about Arts Capital | Atlanta’s arts fund Metro Atlanta arts nonprofits have until Thursday, Oct. 29, to apply for Arts Capital | Atlanta's 2026 Redistribution Fund…...

roughdraftatlanta.com7 things to know about Arts Capital | Atlanta’s arts fundMetro Atlanta arts nonprofits have until Thursday, Oct. 29, to apply for Arts Capital | Atlanta's 2026 Redistribution Fund. The fund pools more than $1 million in unrestricted money. Every eligible organization that applies gets a share. AC|A aims to send awards out by the end of the year. Members of the Arts Capital | Atlanta steering committee work in small groups at 7 Stages in 2025. Arts organizations helped shape the eligibility rules and application for the collaborative’s first Redistribution Fund. (Courtesy of Arts Capital | Atlanta) Laura Hennighausen, director of strategic philanthropy at…

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Dunwoody and Brookhaven schedule various Halloween celebrations Dunwoody and Brookhaven have several Halloween celebrations and community events scheduled for late October and early November.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/26/dunwoody-brookhaven-halloween-events/

roughdraftatlanta.comDunwoody and Brookhaven schedule various Halloween celebrationsDunwoody and Brookhaven have several Halloween celebrations and community events scheduled for late October and early November.

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Riverwood baseball players will hold annual tree sale fundraiser The Riverwood International Charter School baseball team will host its annual Christmas tree fundraiser, encouraging pre-orders through Nov. 25, with… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/26/riverwood-baseball-christmas-tree-sale/

roughdraftatlanta.comRiverwood baseball players will hold annual tree sale fundraiserThe Riverwood International Charter School baseball team will host its annual Christmas tree fundraiser, encouraging pre-orders through Nov. 25, with pickups scheduled for Nov. 28 through Nov. 30 at the Sandy Springs high school.

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Douglasville man charged in alleged firebomb attack on Atlanta ICE building A Douglasville man has been charged with attempted arson of a federal building after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at a U.S.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/26/douglasville-man-ice-building-arson/

roughdraftatlanta.comDouglasville man charged in alleged firebomb attack on Atlanta ICE buildingA Douglasville man has been charged with attempted arson of a federal building after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) building in Downtown Atlanta. According to the Associated Press, Inique Hinton, 31, was charged on Oct. 23 with attempted arson of a federal building and depredation of government property. According to a statement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia, security cameras allegedly captured Hinton igniting an object and throwing it toward the multi-story building on the night of Oct.

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Game 6 of WNBA Finals moves to lunchtime at State Farm Arena Game 6 of the WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Thursday, Oct.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/26/wnba-finals-game-6-time-change/

roughdraftatlanta.comGame 6 of WNBA Finals moves to lunchtime at State Farm ArenaGame 6 of the WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Thursday, Oct. 29, at 12:30 p.m., the WNBA announced today. The game, originally scheduled for 8 p.m. ET, will still air on USA Network and stream on Peacock. To accommodate the Finals game, the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks have agreed to move the start time of their regular-season game versus the Cleveland Cavaliers to 8 p.m. The WNBA and NBA, alongside USA Network, NBC and Peacock, will bolster their marketing and promotional efforts with a coordinated push across broadcast, digital, and social platforms to drive tune-in and build awareness of the new game time, according to a press release.

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Israeli chef brings free A Taste of Israel food truck to Dunwoody Israeli chef Yossi Shitrit is scheduled to bring the Israel Ministry of Tourism's A Taste of Israel culinary roadshow to Dunwoody on October 27, offering… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/26/yossi-shitrit-atlanta-food-event/

roughdraftatlanta.comIsraeli chef brings free A Taste of Israel food truck to DunwoodyIsraeli chef Yossi Shitrit is scheduled to bring the Israel Ministry of Tourism's A Taste of Israel culinary roadshow to Dunwoody on October 27, offering residents free samples of fusion dishes.

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⚽ StationSoccer expands Rise (up) & shine Monday, Oct. 26 — The Falcons beat the 49ers to salvage what was otherwise a losing weekend for Atlanta sports.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/26/stationsoccer-expands/

roughdraftatlanta.com⚽ StationSoccer expandsRise (up) & shine Monday, Oct. 26 — The Falcons beat the 49ers to salvage what was otherwise a losing weekend for Atlanta sports. The Dream face the Valkyries in Game 5 of the now-tied WNBA Finals tonight at 8 p.m. in San Francisco (USA; CNBC; Peacock). Game 6 is back in Atlanta on Thursday, but it's still unclear where, as State Farm Arena is booked for the Hawks-Cavs game, although team and league officials are negotiating. ☁️ Cloudy and 70° today. 🎢 Six Flags will add seat belts to Goliath…

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🏀 WNBA Finals tied 2-2 You only die once (YODO) Sunday, Oct. 25 — Cathy Cobbs here at the wheel for this week’s Sunday newsletter – a bit in my feelings, as the kids say.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/25/wnba-finals-tied-2-2/

roughdraftatlanta.com🏀 WNBA Finals tied 2-2You only die once (YODO) Sunday, Oct. 25 — Cathy Cobbs here at the wheel for this week’s Sunday newsletter – a bit in my feelings, as the kids say. ☀️ Abundant sunshine today with a high of 68° “Is it just me, or does it seem like everyone is dying all of a sudden?” I’ve gotten this question several times in the last few months, especially after the passing of entertainment icons like Dolly Parton, Richard Chamberlain, Catherine O’Hara, Hayden Panettiere, and Bob Weir (sorry, Deadheads: I was surprised to learn of his passing, as I thought he died a long time ago).

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Arthritis Foundation debuts renovated headquarters in Midtown The Arthritis Foundation unveiled its renovated national headquarters in Midtown Atlanta, featuring a new in-house media production studio named after… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/25/arthritis-foundation-atlanta-renovation/

roughdraftatlanta.comArthritis Foundation debuts renovated headquarters in MidtownThe Arthritis Foundation unveiled its renovated national headquarters in Midtown Atlanta, featuring a new in-house media production studio named after long-time supporter Jane Wyman.

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Norcross City Council candidates share plans for one-year term Former Mayor Bucky Allen and former Council Member Jeff Johnson are competing in a Nov. 3 special election to fill the unexpired City Council seat left by the… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/25/allen-johnson-candidate-q-and-a/

roughdraftatlanta.comNorcross City Council candidates share plans for one-year termFormer Mayor Bucky Allen and former Council Member Jeff Johnson are competing in a Nov. 3 special election to fill the unexpired City Council seat left by the late Marshall Cheek.

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Arthur M. Blank Hospital NICU reverified as level IV neonatal center The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital was reverified as a Level IV Neonatal Center by the Georgia… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/25/blank-hospital-nicu-level-iv/

roughdraftatlanta.comArthur M. Blank Hospital NICU reverified as level IV neonatal centerThe Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital was reverified as a Level IV Neonatal Center by the Georgia Department of Public Health and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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Major political figures descend on Georgia ahead of critical midterm elections High-profile political figures, including Donald Trump and Pete Buttigieg, hit the campaign trail in Georgia as candidates for governor and U.S.… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/25/trump-georgia-campaign-rally/

roughdraftatlanta.comMajor political figures descend on Georgia ahead of critical midterm electionsHigh-profile political figures, including Donald Trump and Pete Buttigieg, hit the campaign trail in Georgia as candidates for governor and U.S. Senate attempt to drive voter turnout ahead of the November 3 election.

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Audi announces $4 billion investment for new Georgia manufacturing plant German automaker Audi plans to invest approximately $4 billion in its first U.S. manufacturing plant in Peach County, Georgia, which is scheduled to produce… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/25/audi-plans-georgia-plant/

roughdraftatlanta.comAudi announces $4 billion investment for new Georgia manufacturing plantGerman automaker Audi plans to invest approximately $4 billion in its first U.S. manufacturing plant in Peach County, Georgia, which is scheduled to produce 200,000 premium SUVs annually by 2031.

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Georgians ranked 5th in nation for lottery ticket spending A new study from LendingTree revealed that Georgia ranks fifth in the nation for lottery spending, with residents spending an average of… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/25/georgians-ranked-5th-in-nation-for-lottery-ticket-spending/

roughdraftatlanta.comGeorgians ranked 5th in nation for lottery ticket spendingA new study from LendingTree revealed that Georgia ranks fifth in the nation for lottery spending, with residents spending an average of $500 per capita in 2024.

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Gov. Brian Kemp extends Georgia gas tax suspension through Thanksgiving Georgia Governor Brian Kemp extended the state's motor fuel tax suspension through November 30 to provide relief from high gas prices.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/25/kemp-extends-georgia-gas-tax-suspension/

roughdraftatlanta.comGov. Brian Kemp extends Georgia gas tax suspension through ThanksgivingGeorgia Governor Brian Kemp extended the state's motor fuel tax suspension through November 30 to provide relief from high gas prices.

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OUT Local launches queer talent competition in Atlanta The new LGBTQ+ nightlife app Out Local is accepting applications through October 31 for BreakOUT ATL, a citywide queer talent competition in Atlanta featuring a… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/24/breakout-atl-queer-talent-competition/

roughdraftatlanta.comOUT Local launches queer talent competition in AtlantaThe new LGBTQ+ nightlife app Out Local is accepting applications through October 31 for BreakOUT ATL, a citywide queer talent competition in Atlanta featuring a $5,000 cash prize and a free cruise.

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🎗️ Remembering Tom Houck Ballers! Saturday, Oct. 24 — It's a basketball doubleheader at State Farm Arena today as the…... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/remembering-tom-houck/

roughdraftatlanta.com🎗️ Remembering Tom HouckBallers! Saturday, Oct. 24 — It's a basketball doubleheader at State Farm Arena today as the Dream host the Valkyries in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals at 1 p.m. (Atlanta leads 2-1), and the Hawks play the Rockets at 8:30 p.m. The Hawks are 2-0 on the young season after beating Charlotte by 47 points last night. ☀️ Sunny with a high of 70° today. MARKET UPDATE 📉 The Dow fell 653 points, or 1.2%, yesterday as oil topped $100 a barrel on fears of renewed U.S.-Iran fighting. The S&P 500 slipped 0.5%, and the Nasdaq dipped 0.2%.

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🇹🇭 Puma Yu’s owners expanding Be the first Friday, Oct. 23 — Welcome to the first issue of Rough Draft Athens! This newsletter launch marks our first market outside of metro Atlanta, and we couldn't be… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/%f0%9f%87%b9%f0%9f%87%ad-puma-yus-owners-expanding/

roughdraftatlanta.com🇹🇭 Puma Yu’s owners expandingBe the first Friday, Oct. 23 — Welcome to the first issue of Rough Draft Athens! This newsletter launch marks our first market outside of metro Atlanta, and we couldn't be more excited to be in the Classic City. 📣 If you missed the announcement about our launch, here it is. 📰 If you're new to Rough Draft, it's great to have you here. Our publications, both print and digital, cover a blend of the news people need, like local government, public safety, and education, and the stories they crave, including dining, entertainment, and real estate.

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Horizon Theatre’s ‘Other Paths to God’ explores faith, work and scandal Horizon Theatre Company’s world premiere of "Other Paths to God," a hospital dramedy by Atlanta playwright Kelundra Smith, continues through Nov.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/24/horizon-theatre-other-paths-god/

roughdraftatlanta.comHorizon Theatre’s ‘Other Paths to God’ explores faith, work and scandalHorizon Theatre Company’s world premiere of "Other Paths to God," a hospital dramedy by Atlanta playwright Kelundra Smith, continues through Nov. 8 at the theater’s home in Little Five Points. Directed by Alexis Kulani Woodard, the production follows five intensive care unit nurses at Morey Medical Center whose lives unravel when $3 million goes missing. As suspicion falls on the nurses, workplace tensions, relationship troubles and personal secrets fuel a hospital whodunit inspired by interviews Smith conducted with Atlanta nurses. The ensemble includes Tonia M. Jackson as charge nurse Renée, Amer-Marie Woods as Colleen, Trevor Rayshay Perry as Rel, Kenedi Deal as Kai, and Arizsia Staton as Amy.

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Marist School marks its 125th anniversary with new exhibits and events Marist School is celebrating its 125th anniversary during the 2026–2027 academic year to honor the school’s heritage.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/24/marist-school-125th-anniversary/

roughdraftatlanta.comMarist School marks its 125th anniversary with new exhibits and eventsMarist School is celebrating its 125th anniversary during the 2026–2027 academic year to honor the school’s heritage. Founded by the Society of Mary in 1901 in Downtown Atlanta, Marist was a Catholic military day school for boys until the mid-70s when it ended the military offering and became coeducational. The school, originally called Marist College, became Marist School when it moved to Ashford Dunwoody Road in 1962, a change prompted by the construction of the interstate through the original campus. Courtesy Marist School Marist priests led and guided the school until 2023 when J.

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New StationSoccer field opens at H.E. Holmes MARTA Station to serve metro youth MARTA and Soccer in the Streets officially celebrated the grand opening of the newest StationSoccer field at H.E.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/24/marta-soccer-streets-he-holmes/

roughdraftatlanta.comNew StationSoccer field opens at H.E. Holmes MARTA Station to serve metro youthMARTA and Soccer in the Streets officially celebrated the grand opening of the newest StationSoccer field at H.E. Holmes Station on Oct. 21. The launch comes a decade after the partners unveiled the world’s first transit-station pitch at Five Points Station, according to a press release. The addition of the H.E. Holmes StationSoccer pitch converts underutilized property at a MARTA rail station into a "safe, vibrant venue for play, character-building, and youth development." The new space will provide the surrounding communities with direct access to athletic programming for local families and youth ahead of the 2027 StationSoccer season.

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The Atlanta News Quiz for October 24 It’s time to test your knowledge with this week’s Atlanta News Quiz! Click here to play…... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/24/the-atlanta-news-quiz-for-october-24/

roughdraftatlanta.comThe Atlanta News Quiz for October 24It’s time to test your knowledge with this week’s Atlanta News Quiz! Click here to play, and please let us know how you do by sharing on Instagram, Facebook, or X @RoughDraftATL. This week’s quiz is sponsored by The High Museum. 🎃 Dance in the Taylor Lobby, hear ghost stories in the Atrium, and raise a glass to our first hundred years. A Haunting at 100, the High’s Halloween party, takes over the whole museum after dark on Fri., Oct. 30. ➞ Get the details here.

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Rick Jackson to campaign with Kemp before joining Trump in Perry Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson updated his schedule to include both a campaign rally with Governor Brian Kemp in Cherokee and a joint… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/24/rick-jackson-joins-trump-perry/

roughdraftatlanta.comRick Jackson to campaign with Kemp before joining Trump in PerryRepublican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson updated his schedule to include both a campaign rally with Governor Brian Kemp in Cherokee and a joint appearance with President Donald Trump in Perry this weekend.

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👻 Lead up to Halloween Help us grow our newsletter! Do you know a friend or neighbor who would enjoy our weekly newsletter on Norcross?... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/lead-up-to-halloween/

roughdraftatlanta.com👻 Lead up to HalloweenHelp us grow our newsletter! Do you know a friend or neighbor who would enjoy our weekly newsletter on Norcross? Please have them subscribe here. 🎃 Halloween fun in Norcross Friday, Oct. 23 — Hey, it's Hayden with my weekly Norcross newsletter. I traveled to Cloudland Canyon State Park last weekend and hiked around the edge of Lookout Mountain. Georgia has more than 60 state-managed parks, historic sites, and outdoor recreation areas. The closest state parks to Norcross are Panola Mountain in Stockbridge, Sweetwater Creek in Douglas County, and Fort Yargo in Winder.

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🚨 Killer Mike hosts ‘Cycle’ tonight 50 years of 'The Great Santini' Friday, Oct. 23 — Happy Friday, friends! There's a lot going on in movie land, but make sure you don't miss out on next week's screening of "The Great… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/killer-mike-hosts-cycle-tonight/

roughdraftatlanta.com🚨 Killer Mike hosts ‘Cycle’ tonight50 years of 'The Great Santini' Friday, Oct. 23 — Happy Friday, friends! There's a lot going on in movie land, but make sure you don't miss out on next week's screening of "The Great Santini" at the Tara, celebrating 50 years since the publication of Pat Conroy's novel, which in turn inspired the film. I recently got the chance to speak with Robert Gwaltney, executive director of the Pat Conroy Literary Center, about why Conroy's work persists all these years later. Check it out here! Without further ado ... Action!

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🗳️ Annexation on the ballot Tucker may expand Friday, Oct. 23 — Hello Tuckerites! I hope, like me, you're enjoying the crisp fall air and clear skies with some time outside.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/annexation-on-the-ballot/

roughdraftatlanta.com🗳️ Annexation on the ballotTucker may expand Friday, Oct. 23 — Hello Tuckerites! I hope, like me, you're enjoying the crisp fall air and clear skies with some time outside. While you're out, make sure you head to the polls before early voting ends on Oct. 30, and certainly by Election Day on Nov. 3 if you haven't already. If you live in the Northlake area, you may see a measure on your ballot about annexing certain land into the city's boundaries. If the vote passes, Tucker will be getting a little bit bigger, with more citizens living the Tucker way.

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🏙️ City Springs 2.0 Let the zoomies begin Friday, Oct. 24 — If you're looking for a reason to be outdoors this weekend, you and your pooch should check out the…... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/%f0%9f%8f%99%ef%b8%8f-city-springs-2-0/

roughdraftatlanta.com🏙️ City Springs 2.0Let the zoomies begin Friday, Oct. 24 — If you're looking for a reason to be outdoors this weekend, you and your pooch should check out the newly renovated Morgan Falls Dog Park. 🍁 We have another weekend on tap that reminds us why we love October in Georgia, with sunny skies and temperatures in the upper 60s. 📍 The Atlanta City Council voted this week to sell the City Detention Center to Fulton County for $68 million after a chaotic meeting. 🎃 Sandy Springs' annual Spooky Springs…

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Civil rights activist and former MLK aide Tom Houck dies at 79 Civil rights activist and former journalist Tom Houck has died at the age of 79.... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/civil-rights-activist-tom-houck-dies/

roughdraftatlanta.comCivil rights activist and former MLK aide Tom Houck dies at 79Civil rights activist and former journalist Tom Houck has died at the age of 79.

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Jan Paul honored as GPC 2026 woman of distinction Jan Paul, the former executive director of Leadership Sandy Springs, was named the Greater Atlanta Perimeter Chamber's 2026 Woman of Distinction during an awards luncheon… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/jan-paul-gpc-woman-distinction/

roughdraftatlanta.comJan Paul honored as GPC 2026 woman of distinctionJan Paul, the former executive director of Leadership Sandy Springs, was named the Greater Atlanta Perimeter Chamber's 2026 Woman of Distinction during an awards luncheon held on October 21.

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Vote delayed on demolition of LGBTQ+ historic site The Neighborhood Planning Unit F has deferred its vote until November on a zoning application to demolish the home where Michael Hardwick was arrested in 1982, a pivotal… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/npu-f-defers-hardwick-site-vote/

roughdraftatlanta.comVote delayed on demolition of LGBTQ+ historic siteThe Neighborhood Planning Unit F has deferred its vote until November on a zoning application to demolish the home where Michael Hardwick was arrested in 1982, a pivotal moment that eventually led to the overturning of Georgia's anti-sodomy laws.

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Halloween-themed ‘Where the Weird Things Are’ returns to Historic Fourth Ward Park on Oct. 24 "Where the Weird Things Are” – a special Halloween experience that brings together local folklore, giant mythical creatures and… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/where-weird-things-are-halloween/

roughdraftatlanta.comHalloween-themed ‘Where the Weird Things Are’ returns to Historic Fourth Ward Park on Oct. 24"Where the Weird Things Are” – a special Halloween experience that brings together local folklore, giant mythical creatures and their stories – returns to Historic Fourth Ward Park on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The immersive, participatory experience offers much of the same whimsy and fantasy of the Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade, but with a twist. “Where the Weird Things Are” takes on a reverse parade format where parade participants are stationary, and spectators are invited to walk around them. Like the Lantern Parade, the Halloween event was created by Chantelle Rytter and the Krewe of Grateful Gluttons.

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Showrunner Brad Caleb Kane talks bringing ‘Crystal Lake’ to life When production on the first season of “It: Welcome to Derry” came to an end, showrunner and writer Brad Caleb Kane didn’t know… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/showrunner-brad-caleb-kane-talks-bringing-crystal-lake-to-life/

roughdraftatlanta.comShowrunner Brad Caleb Kane talks bringing ‘Crystal Lake’ to lifeWhen production on the first season of “It: Welcome to Derry” came to an end, showrunner and writer Brad Caleb Kane didn’t know if the show would be a success or or get renewed. He was trying to figure out what his next gig would be, and when he heard about a new show called “Crystal Lake,” he wasn’t passive. After a few cold calls and discussions, Kane was able to land the job as showrunner of the new series. “I pitched a billion people at Peacock and A24, and eventually they hired me,” he said.

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🗳️ Absentee ballots Historic Fall Classic Friday, Oct. 23 — Two small-market, low-payroll teams that have never won a championship meet…... https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/absentee-ballots/

roughdraftatlanta.com🗳️ Absentee ballotsHistoric Fall Classic Friday, Oct. 23 — Two small-market, low-payroll teams that have never won a championship meet in the World Series starting tonight, as the Brewers host the Rays in Milwaukee at 8 p.m. (FOX) ☀️ Sunny with a high of 71° today. Rinse and repeat all weekend. ⏰ Today is the last day for Georgia residents to request an absentee ballot for the Nov. 3 midterms. Get more information on requesting a ballot here. ⚖️ A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to halt investigations into noncitizen voter registration…

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Sandy Springs Police cite former mayoral candidate for assembly violation Former mayoral candidate Dontaye Carter faces citations for violating public assembly ordinances during a Sandy Springs protest, an issue he plans to… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/sandy-springs-protest-citation/

roughdraftatlanta.comSandy Springs Police cite former mayoral candidate for assembly violationFormer mayoral candidate Dontaye Carter faces citations for violating public assembly ordinances during a Sandy Springs protest, an issue he plans to challenge in municipal court on December 16.

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Atlanta born stand-up comedian Mandal debut comedy special to premiere Oct. 25 From Southwest Atlanta to Los Angeles, Tevin Williams – known as Mandal – is taking the comedy… https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/10/23/atlanta-born-stand-up-comedian-mandal-debut-comedy-special-to-premiere-oct-25/

roughdraftatlanta.comAtlanta born stand-up comedian Mandal debut comedy special to premiere Oct. 25From Southwest Atlanta to Los Angeles, Tevin Williams – known as Mandal – is taking the comedy world by storm. His debut comedy release, “$$$$$$” (pronounced “dollar sign”) is set to debut on YouTube on Oct. 25. Co-produced by Donald Glover’s media company Gilga and Bay Area Comedy power house Blonde Medicine, the special will begin streaming at 9 p.m. on YouTube. Ahead of the premiere, Mandal will host a 12-hour livestream event called “The “$$$$$$” Call-A-Thon.” The livestream will feature appearances from Atlanta legends Big Boi and Sleepy Brown, and will unfold like an “increasingly chaotic variety show,” according to a press release.