• Atlanta

    Woman Suspected Of Setting Wendy’s Ablaze Arrested In Metro Atlanta
    craigsotherlistyahoo-com June 23, 2020
    3 Min Read

    Who is Natalie White?

    That’s the question that Atlanta investigators want to know after images of the woman were released by authorities over the past week.

    White was arrested outside the law offices of her attorney on June 23 and booked with first-degree arson, according to the AJC.

    “Our GCSO Fugitive Unit’s hard work paid off today when they located Natalie White today and notified US Marshals/Fulton Co Sheriff Fugitive Unit, who made the arrest. Great team effort!,” the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office tweeted. “We appreciate ATLFireRescue‘s great investigation, which led to the ID of this suspect.”

    So far, police believe Natalie White is one of the people who started the massive fire at the Wendy’s restaurant on University Avenue on June .

    That’s the day that people filled the streets after a police officer shot and killed Rayshard Brooks.

    There was also a $20,000 reward for anyone with more information about the woman, according to police. It is unclear whether anyone will get to claim the money.

    While the arrest brings to a close one of the more mysterious aspects of the unrest in the wake of the Brooks killing, many questions still remain about White.

    Here’s What We Know About Natalie White So Far

    The Atlanta Fire Department tweeted this announcement on June 20: “An arrest warrant has been issued by Atlanta Fire Investigators for Ms. Natalie White. She has been identified as a suspect in the arson fire that burned down the Wendy’s Restaurant (125 University Ave) on Saturday, June 13th. Call 404-577-TIPS or 1-800-282-5804 with any info.”

    Police have released tons of footage of the Brooks arrest and subsequent shooting. In the dialog, Brooks can be heard telling an officer that “Natalie White” is his girlfriend.

    “Natalie White, she’s my girlfriend … I can call her now,” he tells officer.

    Could it be the same Natalie White? This is something that detectives are trying to figure out.

    Meanwhile the Wendy’s has become a makeshift shrine and gathering place for the community. Many people have cardoned off the area and made it a no-passing zone.

    Protesters are also reportedly demanding that White be released out of custody, although she is scheduled to be arraigned in the coming days.

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:

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  • Virtual Casting Call Being Held For NBC's 'The Voice'
    Art / Casting Calls / Entertainment

    Virtual Casting Call Being Held For NBC’s ‘The Voice’
    craigsotherlistyahoo-com June 23, 2020
    2 Min Read

    The hit NBC The Voice is holding a virtual casting call to field contestants for the upcoming season. The singing competition show has been a ratings bananza for NBC since its debut. in 2011.

    This time, because of the coronavirus pandemic long lines of hopeful singers will be replaced with an online system that allows you to log in and record a snippet from a song.

    The Voice Casting Call: Here’s How To Audition

    For the audition for The Voice, contestants should prepare to sing one verse and chorus of a single song. You will have 1:30 (one minute thirty seconds) for your audition.

    In that time period, producers want you to Introduce yourself, and state which song you’re going to sing, then sing your song. You can use an instrument, such as a guitar, a music track or sing a cappela.

    The main thing is no matter what other instrumentation you use, you must be ready to go when you record.

    What To Do When It’s Your Virtual Open Call Begins

    Log into your Artist AccounT at NBC/thevoice.com on the day of your Virtual Open Call (VOC). If you arrive early, you’ll see the countdown timer. When it’s your turn to audition, click the blue button to begin your audition. You’ll have a 10 second countdown before the recording begins.

    • Once the recording begins, introduce yourself, tell us what song you will be singing, then start singing!
    • Once you submit your audition, a member of the Voice Casting Team will review your audition.

    The Voice has featured many artists from metro Atlanta and other parts of Georgia through the seasons. Could you be the next one?

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  • 5 Cast Iron Skillets For Excellent Southern-Style Cornbread
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    5 Cast Iron Skillets For Excellent Southern-Style Cornbread
    craigsotherlistyahoo-com June 21, 2020
    4 Min Read

    Cornbread is one of the most delicious types of bread you can eat. And you need a stellar skillet to make it in. The best cast iron skillets make the best cornbread. It’s that simple.

    This article will show you five of the best cast iron skillets to make excellent cornbread in the Southern tradition.

    5 Best Cast Iron Skillets For Southern-Style Cornbread

    Are you ready to take a look at these cast iron skillets? Let’s do it in a jiffy:

    Lodge L8SK3 Cast Iron Skillet, 10.25″, Black – $13.87

    Here’s what one reviewer says about this Lodge cast iron skillet: “This product is simply amazing and of very best quality that is available on Amazon. Its just worth an investment as it will last a lifetime with the right handling. Following are my comments after one month of usage.”

    Buy It

    AmazonBasics 15-Inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet Pan

    Buy It

    Here’s what one reviewer says about this AmazonBasics Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet. “This is my first cast iron cookware. I read up on how to care for it, as well as gleaned tips and tricks from my grandmother and stepmom, who are cast iron pros from way back. From the reviews, I went ahead and re-seasoned it as soon as I received the package. It came double-boxed and styrofoam-lined; completely intact (I had read a review from someone who had received a snapped off handle and pan, not the case here). Since re-seasoning it, I’ve cooked with it three times so far. Eggs, sausage, and burgers. As far as what I’ve heard cast iron is supposed to do, this does it. It’s heavy, gets hot and stays hot, cleans easy, and the 10.5″ skillet fits our big burner perfectly. I’m very pleased with it, no regrets for my first cast iron skillet.”

    Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet 2-Piece Set (10-Inch and 12-Inch) Oven Safe Cookware

    Here’s what one reviewer says about this pre-seasoned cast iron skillet: “These are so great! They clean so easily! Cooking in them is a treat. Nothing sticks too much in them and the flavor of burgers or any food cooked in them is delicious!”

    Buy It

    Home-Complete Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet-12 inch

    Here’s what one reviewer says about this pre-seasoned cast iron skillet: “This is OK but it is about half the thickness or less of what it should be. It doesn’t hold temp for that reason. It was cheap enough to keep but if you’re looking for the old school pan your grandmother used to make great fried chicken, this isn’t it.”

    Buy It

    Le Creuset LS2024-2659 Signature Iron Handle Skillet, 10-1/4-Inch, Marseille

    Here’s what one reviewer says about this Le Creuset cast iron skillet: “I’ve been reading reviews complaining about things sticking to the pan or the coating on the cast iron surface looking bad after a single use, but I haven’t had either of those problems. The key is knowing the right temperature at which to cook various foods. (For example, don’t cook eggs on the highest heat which seems to be a theme amongst those complaining) Cast iron takes a bit of skill to master its uses, but once you do, you can cook almost anything in them (except acidic foods), especially these coated cast-iron pans. For those who are worried about the negative reviews, just watch a few youtube videos or do a little internet searching to find the ins and outs of cast iron cooking, and you won’t have any problems. If the coating starts to look a little dull, you can still oil these pans just like a regular cast iron pan even though they have a coating on them already. A TINY dot of oil wiped around the pan will make it look gorgeous!

    Buy It

    Cast iron skillets are used to cook many things, especially Down South. One of the best things you can make in a cast iron skillet is corn bread. Here’s a tutorial by way of Southern Living:

    How To Make Corn Bread In A Corn Bread Skillet

    Read more: 15+ Essential Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta

    The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.

    For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.

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  • Slim and Husky's Pizza Beeria opens in Adair Park
    Business / Restaurants

    Slim And Husky’s PIzza Opens In Atlanta’s Adair Park
    cj-johnson-2 June 19, 2020
    2 Min Read

    As we previously reported, Slim and Husky’s Pizza Beeria opened its doors Friday, June 19 in Atlanta’s Adair Park. A line immediately formed outside the restaurant, which a soft open days before.

    The day for Husky’s Pizza was extra special for the community. It happened to be Juneteenth. 

    Slim and Husky’s has quickly become one of the best pizza spots in Atlanta. The eatery opened its first Atlanta location (Howell Mill Road) in 2019. 

    What’s On The Menu At Slim & Husky’s Pizza Beeria?

    Slim & Husky’s has a number of tasty menu items with awesome names (and there’s an obvious appreciation for the Wu-Tang Clan). Here are some of the menu faves:

    • The Smokin’ Herb

      The White Sauce is Slammin, S+H House Cheese Blend, Spinach, Red Onions and Mushrooms. Choose from Smoked Chicken or Smoked Salmon.

    • Red Light Special

      Spicy Red Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomato Blend and Fresh Basil

    • P.R.E.A.M.

      The White Sauce is Slammin, S+H House Cheese Blend, Spinach, Pepperoni, Pulled Italian Sausage, Mushrooms and Red Onions.

    Where is Slim & Husky’s In Adair Park?

    The Adair Park location of Slim & Husky’s is at 581 Metropolitan Pkwy SW Atlanta, GA 30310. Here’s a map to help you find it.

    The best restaurants on the Beltline all have excellent customer service and food. What separates them from many of the other spots is that they’re on the urban playground called the Beltline.

    The ATL has other cool eateries as well. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.

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  • Atlanta Mayor Introduces Rules Governing Police Use Of Force
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    Atlanta Mayor Introduces Rules Governing Police Use Of Force
    craigsotherlistyahoo-com June 17, 2020
    3 Min Read

    With pressure mounting in the city, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has moved swiftly to enact police reform.

    She said that the new rules were supposed to be devised by a new task force that convened to address many of the problems recent events in the city have spotlighted. But she said the fatal police shooting of Rayshard Brooks moved her to act immediately.

    Atlanta Police Reform: Here Are The New Rules For Use Of Force

    “I am often reminded by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and that is that ‘There is a fierce urgency of now,'” she said. “It is clear that we do not have another day, another minute, another hour to waste.”

    With that Bottoms introduced an Executive Order, which directs the Interim Chief of Police to immediately adopt and implement changes to the standard operating procedures and work rules of the Atlanta Police Department concerning their use of force.

    According to the administrative order released by the city, here are what the immediate reforms include:

    1. Intervening in unreasonable use of deadly force: requiring officers to intervene when seeing another officer using force that is beyond what is reasonable under the circumstances, and reporting deadly use of force to the on-duty supervisor;
    2. Shooting at moving vehicles: provide lawful restrictions on when an officer may use deadly force at a suspect who is in a moving motor vehicle;
    3. Addressing officers’ response to resistance: apply de-escalation techniques to gain voluntary compliance and use only the amount of objectively reasonable force necessary to successfully protect themselves or others during an arrest or to bring an incident under control when dealing with members of the community, suspects, and detainees; and
    4. Reporting deadly use of force: require the reporting of all uses of deadly force by a police officer to the Citizens Review Board.

    The new rules come as Bottoms faces criticism for her handling of the protests, which have been mostly peaceful expect for some looting that took place in Buckhead.

    But the public pressure has taken a toll. Bottoms announced last week that Police Chief Ericka Shields would resign so that the police force could start to rebuild with a fresh face at the helm.

    Bottoms also called for and received the immediate termination of the officer who killed Brooks.

    And as the spotlight continues to shine, Bottoms is among the women being vetted as a potential vice president contender with the Joe Biden presidential campaign.

    Meanwhile, a sheriff in Burke County, Georgia, says that the officer who fatally shot Rayshard Brooks did nothing wrong.

    “There’s nothing malicious or sadistic in the way these law officers behaved,” Sheriff Alonzo Williams told CNN. 

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:

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  • Tyler Perry To Pay For Rayshard Brooks Funeral In Atlanta
    Atlanta

    Tyler Perry To Pay For Rayshard Brooks Funeral In Atlanta
    craigsotherlistyahoo-com June 15, 2020
    2 Min Read

    Atlanta movie mogul Tyler Perry says he will pay for the funeral of Rayshard Brooks, the 27-year-old  man who was shot to death by a police officer Friday at a Wendy’s restaurant.

    The news comes not from Perry, but rather the attorney of the Brooks family, who announced it to reporters Monday.

    Tyler Perry To Pay For Rayshard Brooks Funeral In Atlanta

    In addition to paying for Brooks’ funeral, Perry has also offered to pay for the college educations of his children: Blessing, 8, Memory, 2, Dream 1, and stepson Mekai, 13.

    Perry is no stranger to kind acts in the city and other places. Last spring he paid for the groceries of hundreds of senior citizens and several Kroger and other stores in Atlanta and New Orleans.

    The filmmaker recently restarted production at Tyler Perry Studios, instituting a strict health protocol to guard against COVID-19.

    Among the many restrictions is that all crew and actors must stay on site for the entire time they are filming. See the rest of the rules here.

    Meanwhile, protests continued another day in Atlanta, which has been the center of a firestorm in the aftermath of the shooting. Police Chief Ericka Shields resigned and the officer who shot Brooks was fired at the behest of Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.

    Authorities also continue to look for a woman who appeared to start the fire at the Wendy’s restaurant on University Avenue.

    There are also reports that nearly 20 Atlanta police officers have resigned amid reports that morale is near rock bottom after the recent events in the city.

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:

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  • Reward for woman who set fire at Atlanta Wendy's during protest
    Atlanta

    Atlanta Police Are Looking For Suspects Who Set Fire To Wendy’s
    craigsotherlistyahoo-com June 13, 2020
    3 Min Read

    The Atlanta Police Department has raised the reward to $20,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of the people seen starting a fire at a Wendy’s restaurant at 125 University Avenue.

    Atlanta police believe that there was more than one person involved in the fire, but two woman were caught on video. 

    Related: Who Is Natalie White?

    The Atlanta Fire Department believes more people may have been involved.

    If you have any information on the firestarter, Call 404-577-TIPS (8477) or submit information online to Crime Stoppers.

    The authorities also released new images of a woman who they say started the fire. The new photos show a woman who appears to be Caucasian in a store hours before the protests.

    Atlanta Police Are Looking For Woman Who Set Fire To Wendy's
    Photo credit: Atlanta Police Department

    The reward increase is indicative of how significance the case has become. Former Police Chief Ericka Shields told reporters when the protests first occurred that investigators found that many of the protesters, especially the agitators, were not from Atlanta.

    Concerns have grown that instigators have joined many of the protesters for reasons not yet clear. When damage is done, many protesters have tried to identify those who have vandalized property and caused destruction.

    People gathered at the Wendy’s for a second day in the wake of a police homicide that was caught on video. The gathering site was the Wendy’s restaurant on the city’s south side.

    The previous day, large plumes of smoke bellowed from the Wendy’s at University Avenue and Pryor Road late Saturday and into Sunday as protesters sent a message to the powers that be.

    The protests, which have been happening every night, took on renewed significance after Atlanta police shot down Rayshard Brooks after a brief struggle. 

    Late into the night, Atlanta police were trying to get protesters to leave the scene. Many of them showed up outside a police precinct in nearby Grant Park.

    Video released by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation showed that Brooks was tased by two officers then wrestled with them on the ground before emerging with the taser and trying to run.

    He was shot in the back three times and died a short time later.

    The already explosive atmosphere reached fever pitch immediately as people congregated around the Wendy’s where the slaying happened.

    As public pressure mounted, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced that Police Chief Ericka Shields would resign so that the police force could start to rebuild with a fresh face at the helm.

    Bottoms also called for the immediate termination of the officer who killed Brooks.

    Later in the night, protesters marched onto the highway and shut down one side of Interstate 75, where they stopped traffic.

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:

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  • Georgia Governor Set To Re-Open Businesses, Churches
    Atlanta

    Voter Frustration As Georgia Precincts Experience Technical Difficulties
    craigsotherlistyahoo-com June 9, 2020
    2 Min Read

    A number of voting precincts in Georgia, especially around Atlanta in Fulton, Gwinnett and DeKalb counties, experienced massive technical difficulties on Tuesday.

    As a result, the Georgia Secretary of State opened an investigation into voting problems.

    Frustrated voters filed complaints and disgusted officials took to social media to decry the problems, which work to suppress voter expression.

    Many of them aimed their ire at Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, who many feel suppressed the vote the last time elections were held.

    Here are some of the videos on social media that illustrate what voters have had to endure:

    With voting machines down, many people were directed to use provisional ballots.

    In DeKalb, voters were asked to report election issues to the DeKalb Board of Voter Registration & Elections at 404-298-4020.

    On Twitter, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms summoned election officials to handle problems being reported to her by voters in real time.

    “Voters in line at Ralph Bunche precinct, one of the largest in Atlanta, say NONE of the machines are working. Please address this ASAP,” she tweeted.

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:

     

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  • Things to do in Atlanta with kids
    Entertainment / Events / Things To Do

    What’s Reopening In Atlanta? Georgia Aquarium And More
    craigsotherlistyahoo-com June 9, 2020
    3 Min Read

    The coronavirus pandemic has all but stopped major happenings throughout much of the state, but some businesses are starting to reopen.

    Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines and other carriers are flying again. Parks and select venues have opened with enhancing cleaning protocols and procedures.

    These Businesses Have Reopened In Atlanta

    Here are some of the major businesses that are reopening in and around Atlanta.

    The Varsity

     61 North Avenue NW, Atlanta, GA 30308

    The Varsity in Midtown Atlanta celebrates 90th anniversary

    The Varsity reopened on July 10 in Midtown Atlanta. The popular Atlanta restaurant doesn’t have carhops to come out to vehicles anymore.

    Georgia Aquarium

    225 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

    Grorgia aquarium reopening

    The Georgia Aquarium will open to the public on June 15, 2020 with Member-only days June 13-14!

    Here are a few things to expect when you visit the Aquarium:

    Tickets are only available online and need to be purchased in advance of your visit.  Here are some of the health protocols that the aquarium has put in place to keep you safe:

    • Time blocks for visits
    • Temperature scans upon entry
    • Masks are strongly encourage

    Six Flags Over Georgia

    275 Riverside Pkwy, Austell, GA 30168 | (770) 739-3400

    Six Flags Over Georgia Announces Reopening
    Photo credit: Six Flags Over Georgia

    Six Flags Over Georgia says it will reopen to the public on June 15, 2020. The Austell park has had to delay its season, but is prepared for the crowds with enhanced health standards and protocols.

    Interested in going to Six Flags? Learn more about what Six Flags is doing to keep its visitors safe.

    IKEA

    441 16th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30363 | (888) 888-4532

    IKEA reopening Atlanta

    As of June 3, select IKEA stores, including the one in Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta, reopened to the public.

    At this time, the IKEA Restaurant and children’s play area, Småland, will remain closed as an added safety measure. To help keep everyone safe, we also urge our customers to play their part in restricting the virus’ spread by listening to local government guidelines, respecting hygiene rules and face coverings guidance, maintaining social distancing and staying home if they feel unwell or are experiencing COVID19 symptoms.

    Parks And Museums

    The Atlanta Botanical Gardens reopened on May 21. See the Midtown establishment’s website for the latest health guidelines if you plan to visit.

    Movie Theaters

    As of yet, movie theaters have remained closed in the metro Atlanta area. AMC, Regal and other chains are still looking for ways to reopen safely.

    The Starlight Drive-In movie theater is open, but If you attend the drive-in, be advised that: • You may not park your vehicle within ten feet of another vehicle.

    • You must view the movie from within your vehicle.
    • You must practice social distancing at all times.

    Film And TV Production

    Movie and film production still is being worked out for the most part. However, Tyler Perry Studios has reopened with a strict health plan in place.

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:

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  • Rapper Travis Porter is inviting the public to a parking lot concert on June 13, 2020.
    Entertainment / Events / Things To Do

    Travis Porter Announces Parking Lot Concert In Atlanta
    craigsotherlistyahoo-com June 9, 2020
    2 Min Read

    Rap trio Travis Porter is inviting the public to a parking lot concert on Saturday, June 13, 2020. The music begins at 6 p.m. and will take place in Atlanta.

    The rappers have a ton of local and national hits (“Bring It Back”, “Make It Rain’ etc.) that Atlantans are going to love to hear. He will also be accompanied by other artists, so it will be a family affair.

    What Is A Parking Lot Concert?

    Due to the coronavirus pandemic, regular concerts aren’t feasible right now. Thus, the need for a new concept — parking lot concerts — was born.

    According to the site, a PLC (Parking Lot Concert) is a concert series that promotes social distancing by requiring that visitors experience the show from the safety of their vehicle.

    Where Is The Parking Lot Concert Going To Be Held?

    Travis Porter has not revealed the location of the parking lot concert, but it has to be huge. Expected crowds are likely to be somewhere in the 1,000-2,000 range.

    How To Buy Tickets

    You can buy tickets to the Travis Porter Parking Lot Concert here.

    Want to know what else is going on in Atlanta?

    First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!

    Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit to a craft brewery in the city. 

      Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:

    Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com:

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