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The state’s “Transform 285/400” project is finally truly transforming the I-285 and Ga. 400 interchange in Perimeter Center, as bridges for new ramps begin to tower over the existing knot of surface highways. “The main push right now is the largest and highest bridge,” said Marlo Clowers, the Geo...

  A public meeting hosted by the new owners of The Shops Buckhead Atlanta was held July 23 to garner input on the troubled retail, office and housing complex, and what its future might look like. The “town hall” at the complex was attended by at least 200 local residents, who voiced concerns on e...

Best Atlanta 4th of July Fireworks Shows, Parades, & Events in 2019 By Atlanta Parent Editorial . June 26, 2019 Dunwoody Fourth of July Parade It’s time to take out the red, white and blue! Celebrate America’s independence with these fun metro Atlanta 4th of July patriotic parades, fireworks sho...

Celebrate Dad! Best Things to Do on Father’s Day in Atlanta By Atlanta Parent Editorial . June 3, 2019 Table of Contents     Dads Get in Free:Zoo AtlantaDads get in free with the purchase of one regular-price adult or child admission. June 16.Chattahoochee Nature CenterHead to the CNC on Father’...

Local home sales market nears its peak, agents say Posted by Reporter Newspapers | Apr 7, 2019 The white-hot housing market in Buckhead and top end Perimeter neighborhoods may be hitting its peak as prices rise above salaries, two experienced local real estate agents say. For now, Brookhaven is ...

Open houses announced for GA 400 express lanes The proposed toll lanes are being presented to the public in a series of meetings over the next few weeks.   Author: Tanner Flowers Published: 4:01 PM EST February 12, 2019 Updated: 4:08 PM EST February 12, 2019 GA 400 could become the next metro At...

For information on more things to do while in Atlanta for the Super Bowl or information on North Atlanta area Residential Real Estate: Contact John at John.Mason@HarryNorman.comThe Georgia Department of Economic Development – Visit some of the many Atlanta landmarks while you are in the city for ...

The state’s plan to build massive toll lanes along I-285 and Ga. 400 continues to raise anxiety about local impacts, most recently from Fulton County Schools over possible land-taking. But in the world of transportation advocacy, the plan is drawing some envy, too – especially for using toll pric...

 Garden Lights, Holiday Nights returns with new features and crowd favorites – including new music and motion for last year’s buzz-worthy spectacle, Nature’s Wonders. This year brings the debut of the Skylights Lounge in the Skyline Garden. Plus, several larger-than-life plant giants from Imagina...

The Atlanta BeltLine in 5The Atlanta BeltLine is the most comprehensive transportation and economic development effort ever undertaken in the City of Atlanta and among the largest, most wide-ranging urban redevelopment programs currently underway in the United States.  Watch the video below to ga...