Colorful Wednesday
March 4 — A Barrow County jury deliberated for less than two hours yesterday before convicting Colin Gray, the father of the accused Apalachee High School shooter, of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter.
☁️ Cloudy with a high of 75° today.
🚨 Atlanta Police announced that two people have been arrested for the fatal shooting of 7-year-old Zoey Price on Feb. 24.
🏠 A second vote is expected today after the Georgia House rejected a proposal yesterday to nearly eliminate homeowner property taxes, with Democrats arguing it would raise sales taxes.
🏃 The Atlanta Track Club said it will match the prize money for the three elite runners who were led off course during the U.S. Half Marathon Championships.
🏫 Parents and teachers reacted negatively to possible school closures during a recent meeting regarding DeKalb County Schools’ proposal to close or repurpose 27 schools.
📃 The Norcross City Council approved an amendment on Monday to the city’s 2045 Comprehensive Plan, intended to help guide the type of development the city wants to see.
☀️ Rising Son, the Avondale Estates breakfast and brunch restaurant owned by Chef Hudson Rouse, will close on March 29 after 10 years.
🕉️ Today is the Hindu festival of Holi, and Dunwoody will mark the “festival of colors” on Sat., March 7, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wildcat Park.
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🇮🇷🇺🇸🇮🇱 Here are some headlines from the war in Iran:
- President Donald Trump said the U.S. has “virtually unlimited” munitions to fight wars “forever,” as top officials told Congress to expect an “overwhelming” wave of new strikes on Iran in the coming days.
- The president acknowledged that most U.S.-favored candidates to lead Iran have been killed, saying “the worst case would be we do this and then somebody takes over who’s as bad as the previous person.”
- The Senate is expected to vote today on a war powers resolution to block the president from further military action against Iran, but the measure is likely to fall short, with most Republicans opposed.
- Follow live updates here.
🤠 In the Texas Senate primaries, State Rep. James Talarico defeated U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett on the Democratic side, while Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton are headed to a Republican runoff.
⚖️ The Justice Department reversed course and said it will defend executive orders penalizing law firms that represented clients or causes the president did not like.
🥌 The 2026 Paralympics begin today at Milano Cortina, with Para Alpine Skiing and Wheelchair Curling. The opening ceremonies are on Friday.
PICTURE THIS: The Atlanta Beltline and Urban Realty Partners have closed on a public/private deal to develop Oakland Exchange, a mixed-use project on the former Cut Rate Box Co. sites in Southwest Atlanta.
🕖 Here’s what’s in today’s newsletter:
• Atlanta History Center centennial
• ‘Sweep the Hooch’
• Wellness Wednesday
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• Concert Picks
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1. Atlanta History Center celebrates its 100th anniversary
💯 The Atlanta History Center is anticipating an eventful year in honor of its centennial.
Founded in 1926, the Atlanta Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the city’s history. That history was made more accessible to the public in 1990 with the establishment of the 33-acre Atlanta History Center campus in Buckhead, which includes curated gardens, historic homes like the Swan House, the Cyclorama of the Battle of Atlanta, and the museum itself, featuring permanent and rotating exhibits.
From the center’s largest exhibition to date, to a sports-themed overhaul of the Goizueta Children’s Experience in partnership with five of the city’s professional teams, residents and visitors will have the opportunity to experience Atlanta’s past, present, and future throughout 2026.
🎊 Learn more about the centennial here.
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🇺🇸 To celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary, some of the country’s most important historical documents are set to visit the Atlanta History Center later this month as part of a nationwide tour.
A Visionary World Comes to Life
SPONSORED BY THE HIGH MUSEUM
✨ Lose yourself in the vivid world of Minnie Evans, where color blooms, faces emerge, and dreams take shape. Experience the exhibition that transforms spiritual visions into unforgettable works of art.
2. Volunteers sought for 16th annual ‘Sweep the Hooch’ cleanup
🧹 Volunteers are being called on to help clean up the Chattahoochee River and its tributaries during the annual “Sweep the Hooch” on Sat., March 21.
Organized by Chattahoochee Riverkeeper (CRK), as part of its “Trash-Free Chattahoochee” initiative, “Sweep the Hooch” is a yearly cleanup that brings together willing participants at numerous parks and creeks throughout the Chattahoochee River watershed.
As part of the event, volunteers work on foot, in streams, and from canoes and kayaks to remove the various trash and recyclables that occupy the littered areas.
🛶 Learn more about how you can help here.
3. Wellness Wednesday
🧑🍳 Celebrate National Nutrition Month at the Fairburn Library branch today at 11 a.m. with the authors of the interactive family cookbook “What’s Stirring: Fun, Food & Family and The Healthy Way.” Attendees will learn simple recipes and take home healthy treats.
🏃 Get your blood pumping and raise awareness for mental health at the Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 (pictured) in Decatur on Saturday at 7:30 a.m. Runners will traverse a route including the South Peachtree Creek Trail.
💸 Master financial literacy at the Gladys S. Dennard Library in South Fulton starting Monday at 4 p.m. for a multi-week series. Participants will learn the “Wealth Formula,” ways to work with inflation, and review creative strategies to increase cash flow.
🎉 Team Hidi 2026 is the culinary event you don’t want to miss. Celebrate food service workers on Sun., March 15, at Truist Park, with nearly 100 food and beverage partners supporting Giving Kitchen’s mission. Get details and tickets here. SPONSOR MESSAGE
4. Concert Picks
Wed., March 4
💃 Lady Gaga @ State Farm Arena (also Thurs.)
🎶 Rich Brian @ The Eastern
Thurs., March 5
🦌 Katatonia @ The Masquerade
🎤 Immortal Technique @ Aisle 5
💚 Wynne @ The Loft
⚪ Sabrina Claudio @ Buckhead Theatre
🪕 Dirtwire @ Terminal West
Fri., March 6
🛥️ Conan Gray (pictured) @ State Farm Arena
🤑 Richdanfamous @ The Loft
💨 Skizzy Mars @ Aisle 5
📯 Trombone Shorty @ The Eastern
Sat., March 7
👊 Nothing @ The Masquerade
🏨 Midsummer Motel @ The Loft
☀️ SunSquabi @ Variety Playhouse
🤖 Machine Girl @ The Eastern
💰 bbno$ @ Coca-Cola Roxy
Sun., March 8
🖤 ERRA & Currents @ The Masquerade
🍸 Pink Martini @ The Eastern
Mon., March 9
⭐ Diamante @ The Loft
🎉 The Nude Party @ The Masquerade
🍊 Blood Orange @ Tabernacle
Tues., March 10
🛣️ The Wonder Years @ The Masquerade
▶️ Jordan Ward @ The Loft
Wed., March 11
💜 Humbe @ Tabernacle
🐀 Ratboys @ Terminal West
🗣️ Hawks fans: Join the Hawks as they hit the court against Steph Curry and the Warriors for Saturday night hoops on March 21, presented by QuickTrip. Don’t miss the action. Get tickets here! SPONSOR MESSAGE
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