Artful Thursday Aug. 21 The PGA Tour Championship begins today at East Lake Golf Club with all 30 golfers starting at even par, eliminating the controversial stroke advantages of previous years and giving everyone an equal shot at the $40 million purse, including the $10 million top prize. Get tickets here. Possible thunderstorms and a high of 87 […] ...

If youve ever worked at or been to a restaurant, you know how to spot a Karen. Or God forbid youve been one yourself.  Were So Dead, a new film from writer/director Ken MacLaughlin, takes every service industry workers fear of a Karen or, a person with a certain amount of entitlement […] The post ‘We’re So Dead’ is an indie film by the service ...

For this week's Quick Bites, Rough Draft Dining Editor Beth McKibben brings you details on the opening of Northern China Eatery on the Beltline and the debut of Monday Night Brewings new taproom this weekend. Shes also sharing information on some upcoming openings, including White Windmill at Uptown Atlanta, as well as must-attend dining events. Plus, more ...

One of the Dunwoody police officers shot a burglary suspect who broke into the Perimeter Mall after a brief car chase. The post Dunwoody officer shoots Perimeter Mall burglary suspect after brief chase appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

The City of Atlanta Office of the Municipal Clerk announced 42 candidates have officially qualified for the 2025 City of Atlanta Municipal Elections during the first two days of filing. The following list includes several community leaders and 12 incumbents running for reelection, who are designated with an asterisk (*). Mayor Andre Dickens*Eddie Andrew ...

Sandy Springs City Council member Jody Reichel agreed to unblock users from her Facebook page after receiving criticism that her actions violated First Amendment rights, while maintaining that her social media use did not constitute government action. The post Reichel agrees to unblock constituents from her Facebook page appeared first on Rough Draft ...

The Sandy Springs City Council rejected a Whataburger franchisee's request for a drive-through at its proposed Dunwoody Place Shopping Center location, citing concerns from residents about noise and light pollution. The post Sandy Springs City Council rejects Whataburger drive-thru plan appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

In Dunwoody, it seemed that the usual cast of characters would qualify for three city council posts to be chosen on Nov. 4, but at the last minute, long-time resident Wendi Taylor has declared for the District 3 seat. The open posts are Post 1 (District 1), currently held by Catherine Lautenbacher, Post 2 (District […] The post Three incumbents, two ...

Marking time  Aug. 20  Atlantas creative story is told through both the artists who came before and the ones pushing forward today. Photographer Jim Alexander fits into both of those categories. At 90, Atlantas first Master Artist is still capturing the culture around him and was recently honored with a milestone exhibition and birthday celebration at ...

Rosanne Cash will be the keynote speaker for this years Ideas Festival Emory, which is set to take place Oct. 18 on the Oxford campus near Covington. Ideas Festival Emory is hosted by Emory Universitys Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement and features conversations, performances, and more from more than 30 scientists, scholars, musicians, ...

At its Aug. 12 meeting the Dunwoody Planning Commission recommended rezoning and a Special Land Use Permit (SLUP) to allow a 2.86-acre site to be redeveloped at 84 Perimeter Center East that would include retail, age-restricted apartments and a drive-through restaurant. The plan which has been modified at least five times over the past […] The post ...

For its latest experiment, the Hambidge Center for Creative Arts and Sciences is taking over the 15th floor of Uptown Atlanta, turning 30,000 square feet of raw space into Hambidge Hive, a pop-up gallery and event space high above the city. Set to open with a free public reception on Aug. 28, the Hive brings […] The post Hambidge Hive: A high-rise art ...

“Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy,” the worlds first art amusement park, will have a limited run beginning Sept. 24 at Pullman Yards in Kirkwood. Already a sensation in Los Angeles and New York, the event actually began nearly 40 years ago in Hamburg, Germany when a who’s who of modern artists Jean-Michel Basquiat, Salvador Dal, […] The post ‘Art ...

Honors and anniversaries  Aug. 20  Georgia Voice is honored to be the recipient of the 2025 Legacy Award from the NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ Journalists. We’re marking our 15th anniversary as the leading LGBTQ+ media organization in the South. In these uncertain and fraught political times, we know that the Voices very existence is more vital ...

Parents of students at Woodland Elementary School in Sandy Springs have experienced significant traffic delays and have expressed disappointment in the school facilities, which did not meet the promises of newer, safer, and more secure buildings made by the Fulton County Board of Education. The post Sandy Springs school redistricting leads to long commutes ...

Check out this recipe for Chai Pani's achari baingan, seared eggplant with pickling spices. The post Recipe: Chai Pani’s achari baingan appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

The Atlanta City Council has appointed members to the new Edgewood Corridor Public Safety Task Force, a response to last months mass shooting that killed one and injured 10. The task force which includes city officials as well as representatives of resident, business, and faith groups in the neighborhood will develop strategies to […] The post Atlanta ...

On Saturday, Aug. 16, the Edgewood Arts District pulsed with history. The closing reception of WE ARE MUSIC: Photographs by Jim Alexander and Sue Ross at The Sun ATL doubled as a 90th birthday celebration for acclaimed photographer and cultural archivist Jim Alexander, drawing an intergenerational crowd of Atlantas cultural leaders. Former Atlanta Office ...

Welcome to Crash Zoom, a podcast where we take a deep dive into film and entertainment industry news! Each week, join Rough Draft Atlanta Associate Editor Sammie Purcell and indie filmmaker Aaron Strand as they explore how things happening at the highest level trickle down and affect the independent artist. This week,Sammie and Aaron discuss […] The post ...

More than 100 local LGBTQ+ leaders have signed on to signal their support for an LGBTQ+ community center in Atlanta.   Household names and hometown heroes like Real Housewives of Atlantas Marlo Hampton and Emmy-winning actor Dylln Burnside, drag royalty Brigitte Bidet and Pressure K, and advocate like Tori Cooper of HRC and Bishop O.C. […] The post 100+ ...

Wednesday workout Aug. 20  FIFA is requiring host cities, including Atlanta, to develop a human rights action plan to protect workers and attendees in preparation for next years World Cup matches.  A high of 89 with both sun and scattered thunderstorms in the forecast. Georgias Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John King is fining ...

Chef Interview Outtakes + Friday Night Smashburgers and Martinis Aug. 20  Happy Tuesday, and welcome to the table! In today’s “Family Meal,” I’m bringing you a few outtakes from my interview with Chef Craig Richards, who opens French-Italian restaurant Elise tonight at the Woodruff Arts Center, home to the High Museum of Art, Atlanta Symphony, and ...

Snapshot Tuesday Aug. 19  This week, we spotlight a Rough Draft series that explores the impact of transformation on Atlanta’s west side. Stay tuned for periodic stories on how the development boom is shifting experiences for residents and businesses.   In more news, Gary Stokan, the president and CEO of Peach Bowl, Inc., has announced his […] The ...

The City of Atlanta Office of the Municipal Clerk announced 33 candidates officially qualified for the 2025 City of Atlanta Municipal Elections following the closing of the first day of filing on Aug. 19. The following list includes several community leaders and 12 incumbents running for reelection, who are designated with an asterisk (*). Mayor […] The ...

The Fulton County Department of Senior Services has launched a free online training program, Avoid Cyber Threats (A.C.T.), to help older adults recognize and avoid common cyber scams. The post New online training program aims to protect seniors from cyber scams appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.