Bronx Boys’ photography exhibition now on view at Atlanta’s Breman museum
Morton Broffman and Jules Aarons never met. But both Bronx-born sons of Jewish immigrants moved through the 20th century with cameras in hand and a shared eye for humanity. "Bronx Boys: Storytelling with a Lens," now on view…
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Dunwoody girls, boys golfers sweep DeKalb County championship
Dunwoody High School's boys and girls golf teams won the DeKalb County High School Golf Championship, with sophomores Elizabeth Hanlon and Liam Whitehurst taking the top two individual spots.
One man’s opinion: Good time, great cause!
Hopefully, most of you reading this just had a blessed or restful Good Friday and Easter celebration, or a traditional Seder Supper as part of a weeklong Passover commemoration or even a recent Eid al-Fitr feast marking the end of the holy fasting month…
ARTucker seeks volunteers for annual festival on April 25
ARTucker, a family-friendly arts festival, is seeking volunteers for its 11th annual event on April 25, which will feature 50 local artist booths, free crafts and activities, food trucks, and live performances.
Norcross officials debate interest rates on $6 million construction bond
The Norcross City Council approved a $6 million bond to fund the construction of a new public safety building, and a special meeting will be held to finalize the interest rate and payment schedule.
Deborah Dancy’s new exhibition ‘Pivot’ opens at Marcia Wood Gallery
Deborah Dancy has taught, exhibited, and built a body of abstract painting work spanning decades. And yet, almost 50 years into her career, she decided to put down her brushes. Deborah Dancy's "All Things Everywhere" (2025),…
🕊️ Iran ceasefire
Peace out Wednesday, April 8 — Hours after warning that "a whole civilization will die," President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran last night. Israel says it will honor the agreement with Iran, but that it doesn't apply to Lebanon. Oil prices are down, and…
🍝 Weekend dining guide
Table Talk: Where to eat this weekend April 7 — Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the table. For this edition of "Family Meal," I compiled a weekend restaurant guide for you. I get asked a lot about where to eat on the weekends, so this mini guide offers a loose restaurant…
📞 Norcross’ interactive exhibit
Then & Now Tuesday, April 7 — Welcome to April, Silver Streak readers! This week brings news of an interactive exhibition at the Norcross Welcome Center & History Museum – including a chance to leave your message as part of a digital time capsule – and more on the…
State legislative seats decided in runoff
Runoff winners for three Georgia legislative seats were decided during the April 7 special election. Republican Lanny Thomas defeated Democrat Jack Zibluk for Senate District 53, which spans Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade and Walker counties and part of Floyd…
Republican Clay Fuller wins runoff to succeed Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress
Clay Fuller, a Trump-endorsed Republican, is heading to Washington to replace former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene after winning a runoff election Tuesday against Democrat Shawn Harris. The Associated Press…
Atlanta Hawks host girls basketball clinic with Google
The Atlanta Hawks partnered with Google for the first Lady Ballers clinic of the year in March, providing girls aged eight to 15 with on-court practice and hands-on STEM-based activities. 40 young female athletes of all skill levels…
Weekend dining guide: Midtown, east side Atlanta, Avondale Estates
Looking for places to eat this weekend in Atlanta? Check out this dining guide from Editor-in-Chief/Dining Editor Beth McKibben, which features a loose itinerary with a mix of old reliables and new restaurants in Midtown, east…
Development near new GSU baseball stadium to bring way to ‘College Town Downtown
Georgia State University is expanding its footprint in the Summerhill neighborhood, unveiling for the first time what leaders hope will become a major transformation of its athletic facilities. GSU Athletic Director…
Actor’s Express and Out Front Theatre showcase LGBTQ+ stories this spring
Two Atlanta theater companies will be staging several LGBTQ+ shows this spring, including the world premieres of a dark comedy and drag parody, as well as two one-night-only musical events.
Midtown Alliance begins work on new 14th Street public space
Work is underway to begin the transformation of a former condo tower site on 14th Street in Midtown into a new public space. Midtown Alliance is planning interim physical improvements to the 98 14th Street property acquired by the…
Recipe: Buddy Buddy’s Greek deviled eggs
This week, we're sharing the recipe for Greek deviled eggs from Buddy Buddy, the bar and restaurant owned by Nick Chaivarlis at the Midtown Promenade.
Campbell-Stone Sandy Springs recognized for resident satisfaction
Campbell-Stone Sandy Springs was awarded the Choice Community Award for Resident Satisfaction by Holleran Consulting, recognizing it as one of the top 15% of senior living communities in the US for its Personal Care Program.
90th annual Dogwood Festival returns to Piedmont Park this weekend
The 90th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival returns to Piedmont Park from Friday, April 10, to Sunday, April 12, for a weekend of art, music, and food. Presented by Associated Credit Union, this year's festival will have an admission…
🕵️♀️ $15K shooting reward
Special election Tuesday, April 7 — A $15,000 reward is being offered for information on who fatally shot a teenage girl and wounded another in Piedmont Park on Saturday night as part of a wave of weekend gun violence in the city. ☀️ Sunny with a high of 74° today. 🗳️…
Interactive exhibit invites community to shape Norcross’ future
The city of Norcross is hosting the "Norcross Then & Now" exhibit from April 13-30 at the Norcross Welcome Center & History Museum, featuring an interactive "Phone the Future" experience, a special reception on April 21, and a…
In just four months, Tucker Town Green receives more than 10,000 visitors
Tucker Town Green, a new two-acre public space in Tucker, has already had a positive impact on the downtown area, with 11,000 visitors in just over two months and a nine percent increase in business for one restaurant.
Taste of Alpharetta Returns May 14
Taste of Alpharetta returns on May 14 to downtown Alpharetta with an unforgettable celebration of flavor, creativity, and community. Known as one of the region’s most beloved culinary events, Taste of Alpharetta transforms the city’s charming downtown streets…
Former Dunwoody lieutenant Espinoza surrenders state certificates, can no longer serve as an officer in Georgia
Former Dunwoody Police Lt. Fidel Espinoza surrendered nine officer certifications after being found guilty of sexual harassment and conduct unbecoming of an officer, resulting in a jury…
WABE raises over $1.1 million at inaugural benefit
WABE raised over $1.1 million at “WABE Live: Acts for Facts,” the media outlet’s inaugural benefit. According to a press release, the event, which was held March 25, is part of a broader strategy to close the $1.9 million annual gap left by the…
Georgia voters head back to the polls to settle runoffs for Congress and a trio of legislative seats
Voters in northwest Georgia will head to the polls Tuesday to settle a nationally watched congressional runoff between a Trump-backed Republican and a Democrat who has pitched himself as a moderate…
Beltline seeks contractor for new Northeast Trail segment
Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (ABI) is seeking construction firms for a new 2.8-mile segment of the trail network. The agency announced an invitation to bid for Northeast Trail Segment 3 and four connector trails, a federally funded effort…
⛳ Masters week
Hoop dreams Monday, April 6 — A dramatic late-game comeback fell short when Mary Washington scored at the buzzer to beat Emory 75-73 in the NCAA D3 Championship game Sunday afternoon. UCLA won its first NCAA women's basketball championship, beating South Carolina 79-51 yesterday.…