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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:
Best Karen EVER 👀
F#@k you, Brian Kemp pic.twitter.com/rY6ccssZ7d
— insecure Al (@insecure_al) June 9, 2020
With voting machines down, many people were directed to use provisional ballots.
.@bluestein @politicalinsidr @staceyabrams multi blocks line to vote at Lang Carson in Reynoldstown. For a primary-imagine how bad this will be in the general. Hours long wait -just like 2018 @BrianKempGA pic.twitter.com/ocQBWyRO8D
— AJT44 (@ajt44) June 9, 2020
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.
@FultonInfo, voters in line at Ralph Bunche precinct, one of the largest in Atlanta, say NONE of the machines are working. Please address this ASAP. @marvinarrington @NatalieWHall @ChairRobbPitts
— Keisha Lance Bottoms (@KeishaBottoms) June 9, 2020
“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:
- ATLANTA CORONAVIRUS GUIDE: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
- How To Get Tested For COVID-19 In Atlanta
- Social Distancing Guide: How To Do It
- COVID-9 Protection: How To Make a Face And Face Covering
- Georgia Lockdown & Re-Opening: Everything You Need To Know
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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 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
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
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
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.
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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.
Saturday June 13th…. ATLANTA pic.twitter.com/HTdx7jneAL
— Travy (@TravisPorter) June 8, 2020
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:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines continues to rein in its spending to curb losses due to the coronavirus pandemic. The airline says it will cease operations in 10 U.S. cities.
In addition to layoffs, the company is making several cuts to withstand immense pressure on the travel industry.
Delta says the changes will take effect in the affected markets beginning July 8, 2020.
Here are the 11 affected stations:
- Aspen, CO (ASE)
- Bangor, ME (BGR)
- Erie, PA (ERI)
- Flint, MI (FNT)
- Fort Smith, AR (FSM)
- Lincoln, NE (LNK)
- New Bern/Morehead/Beaufort, NC (EWN)
- Peoria, IL (PIA)
- Santa Barbara, CA (SBA)
- Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP)
- Williston, ND (XWA)
“As the world responds to the COVID-19 pandemic, Delta continues to face an unprecedented impact to our business, and suspending operations at these airports will reduce costs where customer demand is low,” said Sandy Gordon, Senior Vice President – Domestic Airport Operations, said in a statement. “We will move quickly to work with affected customers, whose patience we sincerely appreciate as we navigate this unprecedented time together.”
A lot of people are wondering if now is the time to travel amid a global health crisis. Here’s what to know if you decide to go.
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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Atlanta has been one of the cities rocked by protests amid the police officer-induced death of George Floyd. In a viral video on social media, tanks appear to be commandeered by civilians in Atlanta.
The video shows people on a tank in what looks like some Atlanta projects. Although variations of the video claimed that it was recorded in East Atlanta, many social media users said it was actually taken in southwest Atlanta.
Atlanta Stolen Tanks? Here’s What We Know
We’ve thought we’ve seen it all until someone managed to bring tanks to the hood in East Atlanta today. 😂🤣 pic.twitter.com/LBSRjThwgW
— Everything Georgia (@GAFollowers) June 5, 2020
According to musings on social media, the tanks are not from any militarized force on American streets. They also aren’t from protesters, which have marched nightly through the city.
Speculation on social media indicates that the tanks were part of a music video being shot on location. AtlantaFi.com was not able to confirm this information.
In any event, the tanks don’t appear to be stolen, so that’s the good thing.
Nonetheless, tanks on an Atlanta street have raised more than a few eyebrows, especially against the backdrop of the president advocating the U.S. military to “dominate” lawful protesters in U.S. cities.
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Because of the Coronavirus pandemic life hasn’t been the same for a while now. If you have to self-quarantine, don’t think you need to spend that time doing nothing.
What could be better than to make money and self-quarantine at the same time?
Big cities like Atlanta and others are at a huge risk if we don’t obey recommendations from health officials at the World Health Organization and the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.
This article is going to show you how to self-quarantine and make money.
5 Ways To Make Money Online While You Self-Quarantine
Here are some apps that allow you to make money online and even get cash back for purchases. All you have to do is download:
1. Get Paid To Take Photos
All you need is a smartphone to make money these days. You can take pictures in your backyard or nearby and make money by selling the images online.
Here are some sites where you can sell your pictures:
2. Test Products At Home
You can actually get paid to conduct market research on behalf of companies. Here are some companies that you can sign up to test products for:
3. Self Your Hair Online
You can actually make money selling your hair. There are several websites that act as hair marketplaces. Here’s where to sell your hair.
4. Get Paid To Help Google
Google Surveys is a tool that allows you to make money by helping the company via search. Here’s how to get started.
5. Make Face Masks
In this day and time, one of the hottest items for sale are face masks and face coverings. The CDC has guidelines that give you the dimensions.
Here’s what you need to know about making face masks and face coverings.
Final Word
Not to be paranoid, but going under self-quarantine is not the same as being a hermit. That being said, you can make the best use of your time by taking care of yourself and making money.
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. Here are some helpful links:
If you’re interested in making extra income, don’t miss How To Make Money At Home and How To Quarantine And Make Cash.
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The city of Atlanta has imposed nightly curfews to curtail protests amid the unrest that has gripped much of the nation.
The Atlanta curfew was lifted over the weekend, from Saturday, June 6 to Sunday, June 7, according to an Executive Order from Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.
Atlanta Curfew: Everything You Need To Know
The curfew begins at 9 p.m. and extends until sunrise the next day. Bottoms originally ordered the evening curfew after protests turned into vandalism and looting.
Here is the curfew schedule set by the city of Atlanta:
Atlanta Curfew Schedule
Day Start Time End Time Wednesday, June 3 9 p.m. 6 a.m. Thursday, June 4 9 p.m. 6 a.m. Friday, June 5 8 p.m. 6 a.m. Saturday, June 6 none none Sunday, June 7 none none The curfew does not apply to Atlanta residents going to or from their place of employment.
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Bars and nightclubs, which particularly are prevalent in Atlanta, have reopened.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp issued another Executive Order on Tuesday, May 12, telling reporters that the state is “in a good place.” Many restrictions he put in place to mitigate the coronavirus pandemic are being eased, he said.
Georgia Opens Bars And Nightclubs
He also took steps to enable state workers to return to work as well as some summer camps to begin planning.
“With Executive Order 05.12.20.02, live performance venues, bars, nightclubs, and operators of amusement park rides must remain closed through May 31,” Kemp said. “It will enhance health outcomes and give us the opportunity to prepare for safe reopening in the near future.”
“In Georgia, COVID-19 hospitalizations, ventilator use, and the percentage of positive cases continue to drop. However, we remain vigilant in the fight against this dangerous virus,” he tweeted Wednesday morning.
Read Kemp’s Executive Order In Full Here
Kemp’s biggest critic is the mayor of the Georgia’s largest city, Keisha Lance Bottoms, who has been appearing on national and local media outlets cautioning residents against returning to normal too soon.
“We’ve got to continue to follow the science,” she says. “I would just say that for those who don’t need to go out and don’t need to resume their daily lives, that we just still need to be thoughtful and continue to stay at home.”
“My approach has been to move into a second phase of how I’m speaking to our citizens and that is to ‘Please stay home and if you can’t stay home, then please be careful.”
"My concern in our state in and in our city is that we've gone back to normal, and there's nothing normal about where we are with #COVID19." – Mayor @KeishaBottoms pic.twitter.com/jxPSNIz3At
— City of Atlanta, GA (@CityofAtlanta) May 12, 2020
Her message has remained consistent throughout the pandemic: Stay home, stay safe.
“Nothing about this virus has changed,” she says, “It is the same virus that sent us to our homes in March and if we aren’t careful it’s going to take us even longer to get back to some sense of normalcy if we aren’t thoughtful on how we’re doing it,” she told CNN.
To that end, Atlanta has launched a number of health, wellness and food initiatives to take care of its citizens.
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Atlanta Police Officer Max Brewer needs the public’s help after he was struck by an ATV during a protest downtown.
Brewer was hit during violent protests that have rocked Atlanta in consecutive days in the aftermath of the officer-involved death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
The Atlanta Police Twitter account first announced the incident, which happened May 30, 2020. “An APD Motors Officer appears to have been struck by someone riding an ATV in area of 200 Ted Turner Drive. The officer sustained significant injuries & has been transported to Grady in stable condition. The rider appears to have suffered minor injuries & was taken into custody.”
Atlanta Police Officer Max Brewer Hit By ATV During Protests
Here is what the GoFundMe account says about Brewer:
Atlanta Police Department Officer Maximillian Brewer was seriously injured on Saturday, May 30, 2020 when struck by a speeding ATV in downtown Atlanta during the protests. Officer Brewer had emergency surgery that evening, and is currently recovering in the intensive care unit at Grady Memorial Hospital. Fortunately, the person who hit him was caught, but Off. Brewer has a long road ahead of him. It isn’t certain he will be able to return to work. He is unable to work extra jobs and his main source of income is at jeopardy.
Officer Brewer has been with the department for 18 years and is a member of the department’s Motors unit. He has four children and a loving family. Please give any amount you can to help with his medical bills and family support.
Here’s the moment when Brewer was hit by the ATV:
On Saturday night when an individual hit an Atlanta Police Officer while driving an ATV at a high rate of speed during the protests.
Officer suffered very significant injuries to both legs and lost large amount of blood. Currently in ICU and unkn if he’ll be able to walk again. pic.twitter.com/YtQSnsm8el
— JLO (@JL3710) June 2, 2020
The driver of the ATV was arrested and cited. His ATV was impounded. Brewer continues to recover at Grady Hospital in downtown Atlanta.
Scrutiny against police officers has been high since Floyd’s senseless death. Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has called for calm after massive looting hit the city.
Six officers also face legal action after they pulled two college students from their vehicle during the demonstrations.
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Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard announced that six Atlanta police officers who pulled two college students from their car, tasing one of them, had arrest warrants issued for them.
Widely circulated social media video showed Morehouse student Messiah Young, 22, and his girlfriend, 20-year-old Taniyah Pilgrim, who attends Spelman College, yanked from their car during Atlanta protests over the weekend.
6 Police Officers Charged After Students Pulled From Car
Young was tased in the driver seat.
“I feel a little safer now that these monsters are off of the street and no longer able to terrorize anyone else,” Young said at a news conference.
“I thought I might be killed,” says Taniyah Pilgrim, a college student involved in the tasing incident in Atlanta. “Nothing really warranted it. After I realized none of this really had a reason, I was just thinking, OK, this is the end.”https://t.co/nuLVeUwKgU pic.twitter.com/e5dKEVY84S
— New Day (@NewDay) June 3, 2020
“I have multiple injuries all over my body,” Young told CNN New Day. “I had a taser in my back for eight hours.”
Meanwhile the only explanation we have from the police officers’ viewpoint, is a viral social media video where one of them tries to add some context.
Who Are The 6 Atlanta Police Officers Arrested In The Protests?
Here are the six officers charged in the violent arrest of the students and what they’re charged with:
Lonnie Hood
Hood is charged with aggravated assault and simple battery
Officer Willie Sauls
Sauls is charged with aggravated assault and criminal damage to property.
Officer E. Armond Jones
Jones is charged with aggravated battery and pointing a gun.
Officer F. Ronald Claud
Claud is charged with criminal damage to property.
Officer Ivory Streeter
Streeter is charged with aggravated assault. He was subsequently fired.
Officer Mark Gardner
Gardner is charged with aggravated assault. He also was fired.
.@KeishaBottoms who exactly did you fire? Officer A. Jones is literally over here justifying his actions and the actions of the other cops who attacked Messiah and Taniyah. Why is this officer in duty the next day? Why is this man still with a job? pic.twitter.com/ihEBBVoIU6
— Eyerusalem (@_eyerusalem) May 31, 2020
According to a news report, Atlanta Police Chief Ericka Shields told officers in a memo that supporting agencies have pulled back their support because of the arrests of the six officers.
“Now that the charges have been announced, I’m very concerned with the space we find ourselves in, both tactically and emotionally,” Chief Shields wrote, according to CBS46.com. “Multiple agencies that were assisting us in managing this incredibly volatile time have pulled out, effective immediately. They are not comfortable with their employees being leveraged politically by the potential of also facing criminal charges.”
Amid day after day of more protests, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms says that the president of the United States is making matters worse when he speaks.
Bottoms spoke to CNN on Monday, where she weighed in on the protests which have rippled across the country in the wake of the grips of a tense situation.
“America is a tinderbox and Donald Trump’s tongue is a flame right now,” Bottoms told CNN. “He’s got to know that his actions aren’t helping us right now. Every time he opens his mouth, he throws another match on the fire. If he can’t lead us all, he can’t lead any of us.”
She added that this may be the time, in one of the darkest moments of U.S. history, for him — the leader of the free world — to be silent.
Television news channels showed repeated images and video of looters — both black and white — taking place in American cities. At the same time, many more places held peaceful protests where police officers even joined in the marches.
Atlanta Responds To Protests
In Atlanta, retailers like Target and CVS had closed certain locations. Meanwhile other stores opted to close early, including Walmarts in some urban areas.
“I’m watching these images, the first thing that came to mind is, America is a tinderbox and Donald Trump’s tongue is a flame right now. Each time he opens his mouth, he throws another match on the fire,” Atlanta Mayor @KeishaBottoms says. pic.twitter.com/rJkVH1GbCN
— The Situation Room (@CNNSitRoom) June 1, 2020
“I feel a little safer now that these monsters are off of the street and no longer able to terrorize anyone else,” Young said at a news conference.
Atlanta GA last night around 9:30PM. Police proceeded to knife their tire break their windows tase both occupants. These protests will not stop as long as stuff like this keeps happening. That is not a threat that is just a reality.#protest pic.twitter.com/OzGVCS2n8i
— Jason Evans (@evans2odds) June 1, 2020
The city of Atlanta extended the curfew another night, on June 2, 2020 at 9 p.m. through sunrise June 3, 2020. If you’re going to or from work, you’re exempt from arrest.
Atlanta officials are also concerned that the protests will lead to a surge in COVID-19 cases.
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