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Shaq, other NBA stars judge best amateur dunkers on Atlanta-shot ‘Dunkman’
TNT has resurrected its dunking competition, bringing Shaquille O’Neal back as a judge, as well as adding Atlanta native Dwight Howard and another former Hawk, Vince Carter.
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Young Thug’s Atlanta show marked by odd moments, Mariah the Scientist proposal
This was Young Thug's first major hometown show since his release from jail in October 2024. While it wasn't his best, he did propose to Mariah the Scientist during the show.
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Atlanta’s SweetWater 420 Fest on the move again with a new venue for 2026
The SweetWater 420 Fest is moving to its fourth location in five years, finding a new home on the Westside of Atlanta.
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The Ain’t Sisters are here to rock your folk and spread some love
An interview with the Ain't Sisters, the Atlanta band whose eclectic folk rock toggles between tranquil and spirited, earnest and irreverent, head nodding and head banging.
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From Marietta to millions, ‘The Elf on the Shelf’ turns 20
A Marietta family 20 years ago created a brand-new tradition with Elf on the Shelf, a Christmas miracle in a day and age where nostalgia rules the airwaves and gift shops.
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‘Bert Show,’ former host Moe Mitchell settle suit over alleged breach of contract
The Bert Show, which ended in October after a quarter century on the radio, had filed a lawsuit against former morning host Moe Mitchell for breach of contract.
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Atlanta’s New Year’s Eve Peach Drop replaced by fireworks, drone display
Last year’s Peach Drop, which featured concerts by Big Boi and Neon Trees, cost $630K. A city spokesperson said this fireworks and drone show will cost no more than $250K.
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How Atlanta allergy season helped Allison Williams in ‘Regretting You’ scene
Allison Williams enjoyed her time shooting the romantic film "Regretting You" this past spring despite battling massive allergies.
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Atlanta holiday show to be performed on record-breaking 1,000-foot earth harp
SCADshow will transform into a giant, resonating chamber as William Close and the Earth Harp Collective stretch 1,000-foot harp strings from the stage to the rafters.
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Bookshelf: 5 Southern novels we can’t wait to read in 2026
Explore five must-read Southern novels for 2026, featuring stories of history, mystery and identity.



















