archived briefing
Fri, April 10, 2026
MARTA's first-ever bus rapid transit line launches April 18, connecting downtown to the Southside BeltLine through Summerhill and Peoplestown. Plus: Atlanta's tallest new tower in 30 years gets its crane removed in Midtown, the 90th Dogwood Festival returns to Piedmont Park with a new entry fee, and Inman Park welcomes Edibles.com's first retail store steps from the BeltLine.
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MARTA's First Bus Rapid Transit Line Launches April 18, Connecting Downtown to the Southside BeltLine
The Rapid A-Line is Atlanta's first BRT service, running 5 miles with 14 stops from downtown through Capitol Gateway, Summerhill, and Peoplestown to the BeltLine's Southside Trail. Buses arrive every 10-15 minutes and can change traffic lights to keep moving.
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