Atlanta City Council carved out a massive World Cup entertainment district downtown, though councilmembers pumped the brakes on the open container piece after Castleberry Hill residents asked for more time to weigh in. A Midtown crane idle for four years has neighbors worried their building could be taken out by a storm. And Edibles.com, the hemp-derived lifestyle brand from Edible Arrangements' parent, opened its first retail store in Inman Park.
Atlanta City Council Approves Downtown World Cup Entertainment District, Open Container Piece Stripped
The district covers Mercedes-Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena, the World of Coke, and Georgia Aquarium from June 11 through July 19. Councilmember Jason Dozier pulled the open container provision before the final vote, saying downtown and Castleberry Hill residents needed more time to weigh in.
Development & Housing
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Bell Collier Village Reopens on Howell Mill Two Years After Rooftop Party Fire
The 256-unit complex at 1950 Howell Mill Road is pre-leasing again after heavy damage from a July 2024 fire that displaced hundreds. First apartments are expected to be ready by June, with rooftop grills replaced by a communal gathering area.
Food & Culture
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Edibles.com Opens First Brick-and-Mortar THC Store in Inman Park
Operating under the slogan "Health, not high," the boutique from Edible Arrangements' parent company opened April 9 with about six hemp-derived lifestyle brands, including Atlanta's own Scofflaw Brewing.
Civics & Community
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Councilmember Alex Wan Pushes for Piedmont Park Special Events Commission After 404 Festival Chaos
Writing in her Saportareport column, Midtown resident Maria Saporta backed the resolution, pointing to the April 4 festival where two young women were shot (one fatally) as a turning point for how the city handles large events in the park.
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