This week, Ike's Cafe & Grill shared its recipe for bofrot, or puff puff, a popular West African dessert similar to a doughnut. The post World Cup Recipe: West African bofrot (or puff puff) from Ikes Caf & Grill appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Norcross is divided into three state senate and two state house districts, with two primaries headed to a June 16 runoff, including a special election to fill the remainder of a vacated term and a Democratic primary to pick nominees for the full two-year term beginning in January. The post Ballot for West Gwinnett voters in Georgia’s 7th Senate District ...

Savings and losses Tuesday, June 9  The gas tax suspension that ended on June 2 saved Georgia drivers nearly $200 million. However, motor fuel tax collections fell by $199.6 million, or 99.5%, compared to a year ago, according to the Georgia Department of Revenue. Scattered thunderstorms with a high of 82 today. The GBI is […] The post Standout ...

"Drag Race" stars Ginger Minj and Jujubee are bringing "Licked: For Gay," a "Wicked" drag parody show, to Out Front Theatre this month, featuring a queer take on the beloved characters and set to the music of Ariana Grande. The post Ginger Minj and Jujubee bringing ‘Wicked’ parody to Atlanta appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Tucker community members met to discuss the development of the master plan for Henderson Park, sharing feedback on options for the park and expressing their priorities for trail improvements, restrooms, and signage. The post Tucker residents weigh in on Henderson Park master plan appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

CityBar. & Cafe in Sandy Springs is hosting a free, community-wide FIFA World Cup watch party series from June 11 to July 19, featuring wall-to-wall match coverage, team-inspired cocktails, globally influenced food specials, and interactive halftime entertainment. The post Sandy Springs transforms CityBar. & Caf for FIFA World Cup watch parties appeared ...

Sandy Springs is hosting an open house for the upcoming construction of Fire Station 4, which is scheduled to begin this fall and be completed in December 2027, with the goal of reducing response times and costs. The post Public invited to open house for new Fire Station 4 in Sandy Springs appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Officer Gabriel Veras Jr. of the Norcross Police Department was honored with the 2026 TOP COPS Honorable Mention award for saving the life of a 3-year-old child who was in cardiac arrest. The post Norcross police officer receives national recognition for saving 3-year-old’s life appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Atlanta's PAD program is struggling to provide mental health services, respite housing, healthcare and legal services due to contract disputes and a lack of utilization, despite data showing that 30,000 calls a year could have been handled by PAD instead of the police. The post Atlanta’s diversion program fights for green light to handle non-police ...

Drivers are paying the 33-cent-per-gallon excise tax at Georgia gas pumps again, but the suspension that ended Tuesday saved them nearly $200 million in May. Motor fuel tax collections fell by $199.6 million, or 99.5%, compared to May 2025, according to the Georgia Department of Revenue. Georgia lawmakers approved a gas tax suspension from late […] The ...

Jarrett and Hallie Stieber of Little Bear will open Bar Schmutzi, an intimate wine bar in East Atlanta Village, featuring a dog-friendly atmosphere, small-production wines, and bar snacks. The post Little Bear owners opening a cozy wine bar called Bar Schmutzi in East Atlanta Village appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Gallup, one of the leading organizations in public opinion polling, has found that LGBTQ support among Americans is dropping. The poll, whose data was collected using Gallups annual Values and Beliefs survey, was conducted in May and was published on Wednesday. The data was collected through telephone interviews from a sample of more than 1,000 […] The ...

Congratulations, graduates! Metro Atlanta families recently gathered to celebrate the graduating class of 2026. Here are the top students honored as valedictorians and salutatorians for local public and private schools in Rough Drafts coverage area.  Atlanta Public Schools Atlanta Classical AcademyAdelaide Huffman (V)Aleck Carter (S) Drew Charter School(V) ...

Anthony Tyrone Gresham was arrested Sunday morning after a multiagency manhunt for allegedly shooting a rider on a MARTA train at Midtown Station two days ago. The post MARTA train shooter arrested after manhunt appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

The Sweet Auburn Curb Market welcomed four new restaurant vendors on June 5, including a Chicago burger brand, a tropical dessert spot, a Caribbean fusion place, and a local pizza brand. The post Four new restaurant vendors join Sweet Auburn Curb Market in downtown Atlanta appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

A new glass mosaic artwork was unveiled in Brookhaven City Centre on June 4, reflecting the city's diversity, growth, and sense of community, and featuring the work of Guatemalan-born American artist Armando Chacn. The post New mural brings color and connection to Brookhaven City Centre appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Atlanta Ventures is transforming 10 blocks in South Downtown Atlanta into an open-container district in time for the FIFA World Cup, with a $140 million revitalization project that includes apartments, offices, retail spaces, and a pocket park. The post Norcross residents tour South Downtown Atlanta’s $140 million revitalization project appeared first on ...

DeKalb County School District needs new leadership and community engagement to address its institutional constraints and improve student education, as evidenced by the lack of action on the Student Assignment Program and the proposed supersized elementary schools. The post Opinion: DeKalb County schools face challenges in implementing solutions appeared ...

Good Samaritan Health Centers of Gwinnett has joined the statewide "Compassion Heals" awareness campaign to provide high-quality, professional care to uninsured Georgians and reduce the strain on Georgia's healthcare system. The post Good Samaritan Gwinnett joins statewide ‘Compassion Heals’ campaign appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Sandy Springs is inviting community members to help shape the city's future by providing input on the update to its comprehensive plan and recreation and parks master plan at a public workshop on June 23. The post Sandy Springs invites community to help shape its future on June 23 appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Decatur FC defeated Nashville Rhythm 1-0 with a late goal from forward Sarah Greiner, thanks to the solid work of goaltender Nicole Bidun and defender Jazmin Ferguson. The post Decatur FC’s Sarah Greiner scores late goal to defeat Nashville Rhythm appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Pride House and All Stripes are partnering to ensure the World Cup in Atlanta is safe and inclusive for LGBTQ+ fans. The organizations will host watch parties and provide resources. The post All Stripes and Pride House ensure LGBTQ+ safety during Atlanta World Cup appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.

Chastain Park Conservancy is hoping to break ground in November on a $13 million campaign to revitalize 30 acres of land and open up greenspace in the park. The Palisades project will include scenic overlooks, a one-mile trail system, open spaces, a natural play area, and new connections to Nancy Creek. Rosa McHugh, longtime President […] The post ...

The movies: a cinematic escape from the world where you can relax and enjoy whats on the screen. Unfortunately, that escape is often accompanied by loud crunching, lip smacking, and drink slurping. The worst offender? Nachos. Movie theater nachos are messy and loud. Popcorn is noisy too, but at least you get a lot of […] The post The cheesy allure of ...

Florida-based real estate development and investment firm Kolter Urban is expanding its Atlanta presence into Midtown after securing purchase contracts for a new luxury condominium project, named Fourteen Park. The firm, which previously closed on a primary 1.35-acre site at 250 14th Street NE last year, is set to acquire seven adjacent townhome sites at ...