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Martiel Kirksey-Parker (left) and McKinley Parker pose with Pete the Peach after picking up their bibs for the Peachtree Road Race at the Peachtree Health Expo on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Atlanta. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

2026 Peachtree Road Race is almost here

Celebrate America 250, 4th of July at these metro Atlanta events

Porsche sports cars inspired by ‘Toy Story 5′ net millions for charity

Fourth of July fun in metro Atlanta: Fireworks, festivals and more

Druski, Teyana Taylor and other Atlanta moments we loved at BET Awards

Recycling is an instrumental theme smoothly played in Alliance’s ‘Basura’

Atlanta World Cup entry prices rise. So does the risk of ticket issues.

Atlanta festivals, events and parties to check out during the FIFA World Cup

Here is a running list of upcoming Atlanta festivals and events centered around FIFA World Cup soccer this summer.

Atlanta will be hot and humid ahead of Saturday’s World Cup match

Going to the final FIFA World Cup group-stage match, a Fan Fest or any other event in Atlanta this weekend? Hydrate and prepare for hot and humid conditions.

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport long lines

Atlanta airport prepares for a July Fourth travel surge. Get there early.

The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busier travel periods of the year.

Georgia Entertainment Scene

V-103 host Francesca Amiker sues Big Tigger’s wife, claiming defamation

Alicia Brown, wife of V-103 morning host Big Tigger, accused Tigger's co-host, Francesca Amiker, of an inappropriate relationship with Tigger.

HEAT CHECK

12 essential Georgia songs that helped shape American music over 250 years

Georgia songs that have helped define American music, including "Georgia On My Mind" and "Losing My Religion."

Atlanta actor learns lessons from John Cena’s Netflix comedy ‘Little Brother’

John Cena's over-the-top comedy "Little Brother" with Eric André features Atlanta actor Pilot Bunch, who says acting helps him handle a sensory processing disorder.

Food & Dining

Atlanta’s 50 best restaurants list is changing. Here’s why.

ATL50 is changing. Learn how the AJC chooses Atlanta's best restaurants, why the judging process is evolving and how to nominate your favorite restaurant.

RESTAURANT REVIEW

Clark’s Steakhouse carves its own place in beef-obsessed Buckhead

Clark’s stands out in Buckhead for its intense devotion to steakhouse tradition and attention to detail.

A Gullah chef achieves major James Beard recognition and more coastal food news

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