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The Boston Celtics eliminated the Atlanta Hawks from the playoffs on Thursday, April 27, but it’s what one of them said after the game that has Hawks fans suffering even more. Celtics’ star guard Jason Tatum actually apologized to music star Janet Jackson for not finishing off Atlanta sooner than it did.
“First, I want to apologize to the legend Janet Jackson,” Tatum said. “We wee supposed to close out in Boston; she had to postpone her show.”
He was referring to Jackson’s show at State Farm Arena, which had to be moved after the Hawks won in Boston earlier in the week. The Atlanta victory meant that the venue actually double-booked Jackson and the Hawks.
“Due to tonight’s Atlanta Hawks’ Game 5 win , we will host Game 6 on Thursday, moving Thursday’s Janet Jackson concert to Friday. If you have tickets to the original show date, they will be honored for Friday’s date.”
The post-game remarks were off the cuff but a low blow to the Hawks, who were hoping to tie the series up and play a Game 7 in Boston.
“I hope she sees this. I apologize for that, but we got it done today,” Tatum said, smiling the whole time.
The Hawks lost 128-120 due to a late-game clinic put on by the Celtics.
Final Word
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A certain color wig worn a particular way can only be called one thing: blue magic.
If blue is your favorite color, there are many wigs that will suit your style. A dyed wig can really make you stand out from the crowd.
Why blue, you may ask? If you don’t know, dyed hair is having a moment. The color blue has been associated with dreamy aspirations, softness and sensitivity. It also signifies wisdom and confidence in some cultures. It’s just a beautiful color!
In this article, we’ll look at some of the best blue wigs you can buy online.
Here Are The Best Blue Wigs
Some people like the big brands. Others like colors. While pastel colors like blue aren’t natural hues, a dyed hairpiece can look just as authentic as real human hair. It’s all about the texture of the strands and how you style them.
Let’s look at the best-selling blue wigs that look realistic on you.
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Blue is a beautiful color for your hair. Not only will it pop with your outfit, but can style it different ways depending on your preference.
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Work has begun on The Gathering, the largest mixed-use development in North Georgia’s history and a soon-to-be destination place.
The 100-acre site, which was unveiled days ago, will cost $2 billion and serve as “the gateway to Forsyth County,” according to developers.
New Renderings Show The Gathering In South Forsyth County
Fresh renderings show several facets of the project, including how it could attract everything from a major sports franchise to the circus.
How the project will ultimately be funded remains to be seen as different ideations such as taxes and private donations have all been tossed about.
“The Gathering at South Forsyth will be an economic driver like no other,” said Alfred John – Chairman, Forsyth County Commission. “It will enhance what our County currently offers with an added focal point for world-class events, shopping and dining, and it will generate thousands of jobs both during, and after, construction. In addition, for the first time, our students and their families will be able to celebrate milestone achievements like graduations without limitations or being forced to travel outside the County’s boundaries. This best-in-class development will create a halo effect that will raise the County’s visibility and provide added economic growth opportunities,” he added.
Final Word
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Not to mention that the city’s dining scene is the best in the Southeast. Looking for a home? Check out our Real Estate Resource Page.
Keep up with what’s going on in Atlanta’s real estate scene here with our Apartment Guide.
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There are several major hair events taking place around Atlanta, Georgia, over the next few months. You might want to get “tangled” up in a few of them, if you know what we mean.
Here are the best hair conventions, events and follicle meetups that you do not want to miss this summer.
Here Are The Best Hair Conventions in Atlanta
The hair business is big business in Atlanta. And people are forming communities to buy products that work and to share secrets and success stories. Here are the best hair events in Atlanta this year:
Taliah Waajid Natural Hair Show
Taliah Waajid’s annual hair, beauty and wellness show is happening on April 22 and 23 at the Georgia International Convention Center in Atlanta.
Summer Fades and Rainbow Dreams: A Student Hair Showcase
A team of student hair stylists is eager to showcase their creative talents to the public and demonstrate their skills in the art of hair color and barbering. The show will include networking, a motivational speaker, a question and answer session to a panel of industry thought leaders, a guest speaker and the Student Hair Showcase. During the Showcase, each student will present their live model and will be judged by a panel of master cosmetologists and master barbers.
Date and Time:
Sunday, August 6 · 12 – 6pm EDT
Location:
Ivy Community Center 3850 Stone Road SW Atlanta, GA 30331
Atlanta Women’s Expo + Wendy Williams
Time for you to get pampered with lux beauty treatments, free massages, glam services, makeovers, manicures, haircuts, learn to craft at the DIY workshops, walk the runway at the model open call, shop over 400 vendors and pop up shops, Fashion Shows and more. Celebrity Keynote Speakers include WENDY WILLIAMS and more
Date and Time:
Location:
Cobb Galleria Centre Two Galleria Parkway Atlanta, GA 30339
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Final Word
Atlanta is one of the hair capitals of the nation. One reason is because of the many hair and beauty events the city continues to host.
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This festival is one of the premiere events in Atlanta this year and among the eight best in the city. Held in Atlanta’s prime venues, festival season spotlights the best of the city.Whether you prefer neighborhood events or huge festivals, all ages will be accommodated when it comes to food, live entertainment and more. The best part? Many of Atlanta festivals are FREE.In addition to malls, many Atlanta boutiques and consignment shops have daily deals so that you can save money.
Atlanta’s retail scene continues to be a bright spot for the local economy — and that means more sales for everyone!
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Looking at the highways, electric vehicles are increasingly becoming the cars that Atlanta residents drive. A new deal between car rental giant Hertz and the City of Atlanta aims to accelerate the trend.
Hertz chair and CEO Stephen Scherr and Mayor of Atlanta Andre Dickens launched Hertz Electrifies Atlanta, a public private partnership aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and expanding the environmental and economic benefits of electrification throughout Atlanta.
Hertz, Mayor Team Up To ‘Electrify Atlanta’
As part of the partnership, Hertz aims to bring up to an additional 4,000 rental EVs to Atlanta – including models from GM, Tesla and Polestar – for availability to leisure and business customers as well as rideshare drivers.
In partnership with bp, Hertz will support the installation of up to eight public fast chargers at its Hertz Uber Rental and EV Charging Location near Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
In addition, Hertz is partnering with Atlanta College and Career Academy (ACCA) to help bring EV education and training opportunities to its students and making summer job opportunities available through the city’s Summer Youth Employment Program.
“We are thrilled to partner with Mayor Dickens in launching Hertz Electrifies Atlanta, particularly given the city’s position as a global transportation hub and an important center of innovation and commerce,” said Stephen Scherr, Hertz chair and CEO. “As Hertz creates the largest electric vehicle rental fleet in North America, we are proud to bring a range of EVs to our broad customer set in Atlanta, and to work with Atlanta College and Career Academy to help train the EV workforce of the future.”
The initiative aligns with Mayor Dickens’s pledge to put Atlanta on track to meet City of Atlanta Historic Clean Energy Plan goals to transition to 100% clean energy by 2035. In addition, Hertz’s partnership with Atlanta College and Career Academy and participation in the Youth Employment Program underscores the Mayor’s Year of the Youth initiative.
“The City of Atlanta wants 100% clean energy for 100% of Atlantans by 2035, and public-private partnerships like the Hertz Electrifies Atlanta initiative will help us move closer to our goal,” said Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. “This initiative will help ensure our students have access to a high-growth industry and be part of our green energy future.”
Atlanta is home to Hertz’s third largest total fleet and third largest EV fleet in the U.S., which will expand significantly through Hertz Electrifies. Additionally, Atlanta is an important location for EV rideshare driving, through a partnership between Hertz and Uber.
Nearly 50,000 drivers on the Uber platform have rented electric vehicles from Hertz through the partnership, traveling over 260 million miles with zero emissions nationally and 15 million miles with zero emissions in Atlanta.
To support its growing rideshare business in Atlanta, Hertz is working with bp pulse to support the installation of publicly accessible EV fast-chargers at the Hertz Uber Rental and EV Charging Location near Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
“At Uber, we believe that climate change is an urgent global challenge we must all tackle together,” said Bob Rupp, Director of Vehicle Operations, Uber. “Our partnership with Hertz is designed to accelerate the adoption of EVs across America, including right here in Atlanta. We’re excited to see even more electric vehicles on the road and look forward to working with industry partners, like Hertz, to find new, innovative, and affordable ways to help drivers in Atlanta go electric.”
As part of its work with Atlanta College and Career Academy, Hertz is donating a Chevy Bolt and providing EV educational and training materials to enable the school to incorporate EV technology into its auto servicing curriculum.
“Access to hands-on experience with the latest technology is critical for Atlanta Public Schools scholars as we prepare them for careers we can’t even begin to imagine,” said Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Herring. “We are very thankful to partner with Hertz to bring an electric vehicle to our flagship auto servicing program at Atlanta College and Career Academy and look forward to working together to ensure students have the skills they need to succeed in the future.”
Atlanta is the third City to partner with Hertz through Hertz Electrifies, as part of a multi-city rollout of this national public-private initiative.
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A reboot of the early 2000s show Peep Show has been greenlit by FX, AtlantaFi.com has learned. The show is a new twist on the UK show, which was based on the sitcom about two British roommates.
The new series is being executive produced by Stephanie Robinson (What We Do In The Shadows), who will also write for the series. It will be directed by Yana Gorskaya.
Peep Show Reboot Filming In Atlanta
The show’s original producers, Hannah Mackay and Ben Farrell. and co-creators Jesse Armstrong and Sam Bain have also signed on with the new series, according to Variety.
The Peep Show reboot will star Minnie Driver and Amandla Jahava in the lead roles.
Peep Show Casting Call: How To Apply
Casting is being done by Hylton Casting. Here is their latest casting call for Peep Show:
Hylton Casting is currently casting the following background actors to work on the FX TV pilot Peep Show filming on Wednesday, 04/26/2023 in Austell, GA.PROJECT:Peep Show – Pilot Episode for FXBACKGROUND ROLES:INTERIOR WOMEN’S CONFERENCE SCENESCONFERENCE ATTENDEES AND EVENT STAFF– Female and female presenting, all ethnicities, ages 18+– These scenes will portray women coming together from various fields excited to listen to a celebrity-type speaker similar to a TED Talk.Please visit the following link for more information and to submit:With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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There’s been several news reports connecting the return of the National Hockey League to Atlanta. Although there have been no confirmations on another professional hockey team entering the local market (the Atlanta Gladiators are currently the area’s only pro hockey club), that has not stopped the rampant speculation.
What we do know is that a 100 acre property in South Forsyth is looking to attract retail, entertainment, and yes, an NHL team if they can.
South Forsyth Project: What We Know
The project stems from North Georgia entrepreneur Vernon Krause, known for his Krause Auto Group, among other businesses. Krause has been talking to municipal leaders as he looks to build an entertainment hub in one of the northern metro counties.
What Is The Gathering?
The Gathering is a planned mega-development that serve as a gathering place for North Georgia residents and “the Gateway to South Forsyth County,” as a press release puts it.
Here are some facts to know about the $1 billion The Gathering development:
- 750,000 square foot arena
- 1.6 million square feet of commercial and retail space
- A 100,000 square foot community center
- A 7,500 square foot fire station
- 450 hotel rooms with meeting spaces and residential units
Where Will The Gathering Be Located?
The Gathering will be located at the intersection of Ronald Reagan Boulevard and Union Hill Road along Georgia 400,
“The community of South Forsyth holds great meaning for me. As a global entertainment hub, The Gathering at South Forsyth will provide residents, employers and visitors with the ability to see their favorite musician, experience a family-friendly ice show or eat at a James Beard-awarded restaurant without having to sit in their car for hours,” said Krause. “The development will include the best in advanced technology, sustainability, walkability and connectivity – all within a comfortable and accessible setting,” he added.
Photo credit: The Gathering Hockey may be coming back to Atlanta, or in this case, suburban Atlanta, according to news reports. A hockey arena called “The Gathering” in south Forsyth County seems to be the location of the National Hockey League team.
The National Hockey League may once again enter the metro Atlanta market, according to ESPN hockey anchor John Buccigross, who tweeted that pro hockey could once again find a home in metro Atlanta. It has now been revealed that the destination will be Alpharetta.
The team would play in a new arena in North Fulton County, according to various reports, including the Twitter account @NHLtoAtlanta. ” Mixed use property & arena is proposed for construction by property owner Vernon Krause on the corner of Union Hill & Reagan. Property is estimated $1B in value and will seat 18,500. Estimated 3 years to build,” the account tweeted.
Rather than adding an expansion team, the NHL reportedly is looking at relocating one of its existing franchises to Georgia. “However, this is likely due to the league awaiting what happens with Arizona and Tempe. Regardless, this is exciting info for the Atlanta Hockey Community,” NHLtoAtlanta tweeted.‘We think it makes sense here. Private sector will be the ones who make the decision,” Alpharetta Mayor Jim Gilvin told 11Alive. “But we want to be in a position that we know what we’re doing if the opportunity arises.”
Alpharetta has been trying to attract a sports team for some time now, Gilvin told the TV station. ”
“We hired a sports consulting firm a few months ago to look into this because we were getting proposals from different leagues and different sports and things like that and we wanted to know the viability,” Gilvin said. “So, we’re hopeful to get some type of information from that consultant in the next month or two that we can share publicly.”
Not everyone has met the news with excitement. Atlanta Gladiators co-owner Anson Carter, a former NHL player and current hockey commentator, told WSB’s Zach Klein that he was disappointed in the news.
“Shows a lot of disrespect for the hockey community to drop this tonight. The entire hockey world knows what happening tonight. It shows me a total disconnect.,” Carter told Klein. “That’s why hockey has failed in this community twice. I’m focused on the roots, not the fruits. Best of luck to them, I’m excited for them, but it’s disappointing.”
Photo credit: The Gathering “The Gathering at South Forsyth will be an economic driver like no other,” said Alfred John – Chairman, Forsyth County Commission. “It will enhance what our County currently offers with an added focal point for world-class events, shopping and dining, and it will generate thousands of jobs both during, and after, construction. In addition, for the first time, our students and their families will be able to celebrate milestone achievements like graduations without limitations or being forced to travel outside the County’s boundaries. This best-in-class development will create a halo effect that will raise the County’s visibility and provide added economic growth opportunities,” he added.
Final Word
While there’s no doubt that a huge project is brewing in Forsyth County, it remains to be seen if an NHL team — or any sports franchise — decides to put down roots there. As always, as the project continues to develop, stay with AtlantaFi.com for the latest.
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No matter if you’ve already gotten your tax refund or waiting on it, you should have plans for your money. If you haven’t made any preparations, you could lose what you have real quick.
This article will cover some smart strategies to stretch your tax money and make it work for you.
5 Smart Money Strategies For Your Tax Refund
But first, here are some money mistakes you don’t want to make with your tax refund:
- Spend It At The Club
- Buy Their Relatives Things
- Invest In Get Rich Quick Schemes
If you can help it, stay out of the nightclubs so you don’t overpay for those high-priced drinks and other things.
Now let’s get into what you should do: Here are some smart things to do with your tax refund:
1. Open A Savings Account
Make sure you put away some money by opening a savings account. You can go to one of the major banks or even try some of the online banks. Here are some good ones with the best interest rates:
2. Pay Off Some Bills
The #1 way to save money is to pay your outstanding bills. If you can stay out of debt, then you can enjoy your money. it’s just that simple.
- Prioritize your bills: Determine which bills are most important to pay first, such as rent or mortgage payments, utilities, and credit card bills.
- Create a budget: Create a monthly budget to help you track your income and expenses. This will help you identify areas where you can cut back on spending and allocate more money toward paying off your bills.
- Negotiate with creditors: If you’re having trouble paying your bills, contact your creditors to see if you can negotiate a payment plan or lower interest rates.
3. Start A Business
They say it takes money to make money, and starting a business is the best way to do that. You should try something small so you can handle the operating costs without going into debt.
One of the first steps you should take when considering starting a business is to conduct some market research. The way to do that is to identify a need in the market and determine whether there is demand for your product or service.
Here are some ideas on small businesses you can start:
- Dating Consultant
- Life Coach
- Personal Trainer
- Clothes Reseller
- Blogger
- Lawn Care
- Handyman
Read how to start a business in Atlanta.
4. Fix Up Your Home
With a little extra money, you can make some big improvements around the house. You’d be surprised how easy it is to add thousands of dollars of value to your home just by doing simple renovations and upgrades.
Here are a few you can do:
- Paint Your Home’s Exterior
- Install New Bathroom Fixtures
- Hang Some New Blinds
- Hang A New Front Door
Read up on how to give your home curb appeal.
5. Invest In The Stock Market
Nothing intimidates people like the stock market. You should really think about investing in the stock market if you want your money to work for you.
Learn the strategies and techniques that have made other people successful. Research trading individual stocks, focus as well as stock mutual funds.
Here are five books to check out if you want to learn stock market investing:
- A Beginner’s Guide To The Stock Market
- How To Day Trade For A Living
- How To Make Money In Stocks
- Stock Investing For Money
Final Word
Tax time is here and people are going to start getting those refunds in the mail and direct deposited into their accounts. You know what they say about new money .. but here’s what you don’t need to do with yours: Waste it.Metro Atlanta has a hot economy and that means employers are hiring at a rapid pace. We currently have job articles that show you high-paying jobs, those close to downtown and even side hustles you might like.If you’re looking to get hired in Atlanta right now, there’s a very real possibility that you can land your dream job. -
Have you filed your taxes yet? Because the traditional day to file your taxes fell on a weekend, U.S. taxpayers were given a few more days to get it done.
When Is Tax Day 2023?
If you need a tax extension, hopefully you’ve do it because Americans have up until the last hours of Tuesday, April 18 to file their taxes.
How To File Your Taxes For Free
If you want to file your taxes for free, the IRS provides free tax file software.
If your 2019 adjusted gross income was $69,000 or less, you may quality for free file.
The programs you need to know are these two:
When you file your taxes, one thing you’re going to have look out for are scams, especially the email variety.
The easiest way for criminals to steal sensitive data is simply to ask for it. IRS urges people to learn to recognize phishing emails, calls or texts that pose as familiar organizations such as banks, credit card companies or even the IRS. Keep sensitive data safe.
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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Brookhaven has a new Chick-fil-A, which will give Atlanta residents yet another location to get their delicious chicken sandwiches and waffle fries.
The Brookhaven restaurant is owned by Jerry Goebeler, a University of Georgia graduate who started working at Chick-fil-A as a team member and rose through the ranks. He already owns one Chick-fil-A in Buckhead. The Brookhaven location is his second.
Now Serving In Brookhaven: Chick-fil-A
“My goal as an Operator of two Chick-fil-A restaurants is for every guest to receive quality service, and Chick-fil-A Brookhaven provides another opportunity to create a positive influence with all who come in contact with our restaurants,” Goebeler said.
When Is The Brookhaven Chick-fil-A Opening?
The Brookhaven Chick-fil-A opened April 13, 2023. The fast-food joint is currently serving customers for dine-in and carry-out from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Reviews of the new restaurant have already come in. Here’s what one of the first customers had to say:
“For the First Day it is already great! I expect nothing better Jerry! This is Jerry’s second location, he is a great operator I expect to come a lot. I think it is great he Gave the “First 100” cards to local schools and teachers! This one WILL be a success! Great food and great job!”Where Is The Brookhaven Chick-fil-A Located?
The eatery is located at 4046 Peachtree Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319. Here is a map to help you find it.
Final PieceChick-Fil-A has a cult-like following among Southerners familiar with the chain. That’s why the quick-serve restaurant is the most popular when it comes to customer service.
Aside from the great service, we hear Chick-fil-A has a secret menu. Shhhhh. Don’t tell anyone.
There’s no two ways about it. Chick-fil-A is an Atlanta foodie institution, but it’s not the only one. Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
