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Hello South Fulton! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: A $180M district renewal, Samara Joy with the ASO, and a crawfish kickoff festival + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around South Fulton protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Corridor primed for reinvestment: Fulton County demolished Knights Inn on March 3, finishing removal of five hotels in the 180 million Renew the District initiative and opening over 17 acres along Fulton Industrial Boulevard — get all the redevelopment details.
Investing in community resilience: SCAD awarded nearly $700,000 to Atlanta and Savannah nonprofits through its SERVE Community Fund, backing homelessness, public safety, and essential services, including support for Atlanta History Center and Union Mission — get all the details.
A home near lifesaving care: Eight-year-old BJ Cross is finding healing at Atlanta’s new Ronald McDonald House, which opened in December, after more than 75 nights there while he recovers from a bone marrow transplant — read BJ’s full journey.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Your midweek pie fix: Southern Baked Pie Company serves buttery-crust classics, rotating seasonal flavors, and petite pies for when you just want a couple bites. Pickup is easy, and stashing one in the freezer for emergencies is a smart move… future you will be very pleased.
Fresh stems for any mood: Whether you’re celebrating, apologizing, or freshening up the counter, Murphey Florist – Fairburn turns ideas into hand-designed bouquets and delivers them fast. Perfect for last-minute saves and those just-because, brighten-the-house days that call for a little color.
BeltLine boulders, anyone? Looking for a quick endorphin reset and a friendly crowd? The Overlook delivers creative problems, frequent resets, and a chill between-burns vibe, plus yoga and training space when your fingers tap out. Solo sessions or buddy sends both fit right in.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Check out my favorite online options →
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🧒 Kindergarten Kaleidoscope @ E. Rivers Elementary School (Atlanta) | Thursday (3/12) at 3:00 PM – Swing by E. Rivers for a kinder sneak peek, where your future kindergartener can explore classrooms, meet teachers, and see where the crayons live. Chat with staff and parents, get the scoop for kids turning five by 9/1/2026, then RSVP to [email protected].
🐰 Easter Bunny Photos @ Arbor Place (Douglasville) | Friday (3/13) at 11:00 AM – Spring photo op time, locals. Bring the kids or grandkids to Arbor Place for Easter Bunny photos in his garden, the classic tradition you secretly love. Reservations encouraged, walk-ins welcome, keepsakes you’ll actually frame this year.
🥚 Easter Egging Fundraiser @ Midway United Methodist Church (Douglasville) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Midway UMC is egging Douglasville in the best way, selling $10-a-dozen Easter baskets you can pick up or have delivered. You get 11 candy-stuffed eggs, one reverently empty, a basket, and a note. Outsource the backyard scramble, keep the meaning, and your sanity.
⚽ Atlanta United FC vs. Philadelphia Union @ Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Saturday (3/14) at 3:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to yell with strangers, Atlanta United hosts Philly at The Benz. Bring your voice, your patience, and a clear bag, leave the picnic tote. Everyone needs a ticket, unless your plus-one is under 33 inches.
🤼 MLW Major League Wrestling @ Center Stage – The Loft – Vinyl (Atlanta) | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Pro wrestling takes over Midtown’s Center Stage with MLW’s Fusion TV taping, so expect big characters, louder slams, and your claps immortalized on camera. Reserved seats, all ages, and fees baked in, just a night of theatrics, nostalgia, and unapologetic fun.
🦐 Crawfish Kickoff Festival @ Shirley Clarke Franklin Park (Atlanta) | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Crawfish season’s here, so trade pollen rants for bibs and butter at an outdoor bash with live bands, DJs, cold drinks, and seafood. Go all-you-can-eat or stick with general admission, then crack shells, dance, and laugh with the locals, because this one sells out fast.
♻ Global Recycling Day: Family Jeopardy @ Douglas County Boys and Girls Club (Douglasville) | Wednesday (3/18) at 6:00 PM – Round up the crew and head to the Youth Innovation Lab for Family Jeopardy in honor of Global Recycling Day. Test your wits on what goes in which bin, earn bragging rights, and meet neighbors who also rinse their jars, mostly. Games, laughs, community.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 South Fulton report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 82°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 2%
Partly sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers between 8pm and 2am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 48, with temperatures rising to around 60 overnight. West wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 60°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 88%
Showers and thunderstorms before 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 60. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Later: Clear, with a low around 39. Northeast wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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