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Georgia’s early child care educators to receive $500 annual bonuses
The Brief Georgia’s early child care educators and staff at Quality Rated Child Care facilities are eligible for a $500 annual bonus, funded by a $17-million grant. The initiative aims to recognize educators’ hard work, address recruitment and retention issues, ... -
Roller skating no available for summer at Roof at Ponce City Market
Information provided by Ponce City Market press release! The Brief SK8 THE ROOF, a 3,000-square-foot rooftop roller skating rink, opens June 21 at Ponce City Market and will be open daily through the summer with free skate rentals and live ... -
Juneteenth 2025 Celebrations In Atlanta
In midtown, the High Museum of Art is hosting a Juneteenth Celebration featuring art making courses, live performances and poetry readings from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday. Adair Park is hosting a Juneteenth Festival featuring “music, food and fun,” from 1 to ... -
Georgia special tax refunds starting to hit some accounts
As reported first by WSBTV- The payments are showing up with the label “GASTTAXRFD,” according to people who received them. While it may look like a gas tax refund, the Georgia Department of Revenue says it actually stands for “Georgia (GA) State ... -
R. Kelly hospitalized after alleged overdose while in prison
R. Kelly was taken to the hospital, alleging he suffered an “overdose” caused by officials at a North Carolina prison where he is currently housed. R. Kelly was taken to the hospital for two days for routine medical care and ... -
Tyler Perry accused of sexual assault
Tyler Perry has been sued for $260m by an actor who has accused him of sexually assaulting him while working on his TV shows. Derek Dixon has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles accusing Perry of using his influence in ... -
Juneteenth events in metro Atlanta, North Georgia
Truist Night Market: Vibrant Vibes Edition When: 6:30–9:30 p.m. June 12 (VIP entry at 6 p.m.) Where: The Home Depot Backyard, 1 Backyard Way, Atlanta What: Celebrate Juneteenth, Black Music Month, Pride Month, Caribbean Heritage Month and more at this ... -
Chick-fil-A testing 2 new sandwiches outside of Georgia
WSBTV Shared- Chick-fil-A is testing two new chicken sandwiches, but they won’t be testing them at any of their Georgia restaurants. The Jalapeño Ranch Club includes an original chicken filet on a toasted buttermilk ranch bun, pepper jack cheese, and ... -
Silentó sentenced to 30 years in prison for cousin’s shooting death
WSBTV Reported- Silentó, pleaded guilty to charges for the 2021 shooting death of his cousin, DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announces Wednesday. Silentó is known for the song “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae).” Hawk aka Silento pleaded guilty but mentally ... -
BET Awards 2025: The Complete List of Winners
Hosted by Kevin Hart, this year’s show honored Kendrick Lamar’s reign, Blue Ivy’s rise, and the artists, athletes, and actors defining Black culture now.