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The iconic Krispy Kreme in Midtown Atlanta is set to open on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, the company has announced.
Update: The Ponce Krispy Kreme has reopened.
After two two massive fires, the Ponce de Leon Avenue Krispy Kreme is coming back, says part-owner Shaquille O’Neal.Krispy Kreme In Midtown: I’m Baaaaackkk
To sweeten its return to the Atlanta food scene, Krispy Kreme says during its grand re-opening week, it will randomly award 10 dozen guests a Celebration Ticket worth a dozen free Original Glazed doughnuts every month for a year.“We made a promise to the Ponce community and all of Atlanta and we’re delivering on it,” Dave Skena, Krispy Kreme Global Chief Brand Officer, said in a statement. “Everyone has been so supportive during our bounce-back process and we’re thrilled to turn on the Hot Light. Our longstanding presence in Ponce is core to the community. Beginning Oct. 10, delicious, fresh Krispy Kreme doughnuts and all the happiness that comes with enjoying and sharing them will be back.”
When Is The Ponce Krispy Kreme Reopening?
The Krispy Kreme on Ponce is set to open this summer, although no specific time was announced.“We’re bouncing back better than I even imagined,” O’Neal said on social media. “I can’t wait to turn on the Hot Light. It’s gonna light up the whole neighborhood. Get ready, Ponce!”O’Neal released an artist’s rendering of what the rebuilt Krispy Kreme would look like, showing a sleep design with its signature white brick exterior.Shaq bought an interest in the Krispy Kreme in 2016. It was set on fire the following year due to arson.Once rebuilt, it caught fire again.In December 2021, Krispy Kreme opened a temporary pop-up shop at the Ponce location, serving glaze donuts, coffee and more.“We’ve struck a balance of modernization and honoring the historical significance of our Ponce shop’s location. We think our fans are going to love it,” said Krispy Kreme Global Chief Brand Officer Dave Skena, “The community has shown us so much support and patience as we designed the new shop. We can’t wait to be back with our guests, sharing joy and serving delicious, fresh Krispy Kreme doughnuts.”Final Word
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
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The death spiral for Bed, Bath and Beyond has begun in some respects. The company recently executed a plan as part of its bankruptcy that would make its shares on Wall Street worthless. That means its shareholders and investors will get nothing.
What makes the development even more puzzling is that Bed, Bath and Beyond still has assets totaling about $42 million.
What Will Happen To Bed, Bath and Beyond?
Bed, Bath and Beyond stores will likely go away at some point, but it’s no telling when that will happen. The brand itself will likely remain untouched or it may go away and transition to that of its new owners, Overstock.com.
In June 2023, when Overstock announced it was buying Bed, Bath and Beyond, it seemed to have a plan in place for continuation, but that is unclear now.
“This acquisition is a significant and transformative step for us,” said Overstock CEO, Jonathan Johnson. “Bed Bath & Beyond is an iconic consumer brand, well-known in the home retail marketplace. The combination of our winning asset-light business model and the high awareness and loyalty of the Bed Bath & Beyond brand will improve the customer experience and position the Company for accelerated market share growth.”
Final Word
As part of Overstock’s takeover, it has plans to re-launch the Bed Bath & Beyond domain in Canada and overhaul its website, app and loyalty program in the United States. The plan is for new and existing customers of both Overstock and Bed Bath & Beyond will experience a single online shopping destination. Will it work? We’ll see.
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The Georgia Bulldogs beat the Auburn Tigers 27-20 on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. Although the Dawgs’ offense didn’t produce much, Coach Kirby Smart relied on a stout second-half defense to lock in the win.
If you watch the Georgia Bulldogs, you’ll see a college football team trying to live up to its #1 ranking.
Georgia Gets Another Scare
Georgia continues to play just well enough to win the close games. After falling behind 14-3 to South Carolina last week, the Dawgs again played from behind early.
“We’re not going to get where we want to go if we don’t get better,” Smart said in postgame comments. “That’s the biggest thing.”
Georgia’s Run Defense Falters
Georgia’s normally stout front seven had trouble with Auburn’s offensive line, which opened up some huge lanes.
The Bulldogs gave up 219 yards on the ground, the most ever in Smart’s UGA tenure. Smart said he understood critics’ take on his defense, but he said that what they produced is par for the league today.
“I don’t think people respect playing on the road in the SEC as much as I do,” Smart was quoted as saying. “Being an SEC player, a veteran of this league, it is really, really hard to win on the road.”
Bowers Comes Up Big
Although Georgia could get little else going on the offensive end, they had all they needed in tight end Brock Bowers. He finished with four catches for 121 yards, including some major third downs.
Auburn Coach Hugh Freeze had nothing but praise for the Tigers, who jumped out to a 10-0 lead, but were slowed down in a big way after the first three quarters.
“I’m really proud of our kids, but it hurts in there right now,” Freeze said after the game. “And that’s good to see. It hurts. It hurts those kids and our coaches, and our fans I’m sure, too. You have a chance to beat the No. 1 team in the country — back-to-back national champions — at home. The feeling that you get if you can pull that off is just ecstatic.”
Final Play
With the win, the Bulldogs add a significant notch in its belt since many have said that Georgia’s schedule is not as strong as other contenders.
The Bulldogs (5-0, 2-0 Southeastern Conference) remained unbeaten in the SEC and still stake their claim to No. 1.
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Prolific restaurateur Ford Fry is back in the kitchen cooking up another new Atlanta restaurant: Little Sparrow.
The eatery opened the last weekend to the general public. Little Sparrow hosted an “Opening Party” on September 30, 2023 at 7 p.m. Tickets are sold out.
Little Sparrow is joined by Bar Blanc, a French-inspired bar concept and another endeavor from Fry’s Rocket Farm Restaurants group.
“As I get older, I grow less inspired by restaurants that try too hard or let ‘interesting’ overtake ‘delicious’,” Fry said in a press release. “I am inspired by restaurants that cook food I want to eat. Little Sparrow will be a place to indulge in a refined dining experience or just grab a perfect medium-rare burger and fries.”
Little Sparrow will be housed in the space formerly occupied by Ford’s JTC Kitchen, which closed in 2021.
Where Is Little Sparrow Located?
Little Sparrow is located at 1198 Howell Mill Road in the Westside Provisions District.
Final Bite
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.
Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta
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Delta Air Lines knows that it stumbled badly when it announced big changes to who can access its Sky Club lounges.
Speaking at an Atlanta event this week, Delta CEO Ed Bastian said the announced changes have not been cleared for takeoff.
“No question, we probably went too far in doing that,” Bastian said on Monday at a Rotary Club of Atlanta meeting.
Earlier in the month, Delta announced sweeping changes to who can access its lounges and how elite status members could earn reward points. The changes were not too popular on social media.
“Our team wanted to kind of rip the BandAid off and didn’t want to have to keep going through this every year with changes and nickel and diming and whatnot, and I think we moved too fast.”
Elite status holders will have to wait and see what Delta does to retain Sky Club access for American Express card holders, who were to be shut out of the lounges in the new year.
“There will be modifications that we will make, and you will hear about it sometime over the next few weeks,” he went on to say.
Final Destination
Even with the changes, you can bet that Delta will still look to reward elite status members who earn a set number of MQDs and Medallion Qualifying Miles (MQM) or Medallion Qualifying Segments (MQS).
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The A3C Festival & Conference is back in Atlanta this weekend and it promises to be bigger than ever.
A3C Festival & Conference: What You Need To Know
A3C has been a little different over the past few years. Now it is returning with a fully in-person live event in 2023. The conference will bring thousands of attendees from around the world to Atlanta to discover, network and learn from the innovators, entrepreneurs, and artists that drive the culture forward.
The event, which began in 2005, has grown from being a music insider’s convention to a major music festival. It will feature workshops and other beneficial networking opportunities for aspiring and new artists.
When Will The A3C Festival & Conference In 2023?
The A3C Festival & Conference is a three-day in-person event in Atlanta this fall. The 18th Annual A3C Festival & Conference will take place from September 28-30, 2023.
The schedule for the event features numerous panels, workshops and discussions from everything from hip-hop culture to billion-dollar tech.
“Greenwood has a mission of supporting the culture by providing paths to financial freedom for minorities through community building, entrepreneurship, group economics and wealth building. We are pleased to be a strategic partner of A3C, which provides a platform to have important conversations about moving the culture forward,” said Ryan Glover, Co-founder and CEO of Greenwood. “The combined community of A3C, Greenwood, The Gathering Spot, and Valence is a powerful collective that will come together to celebrate Hip Hop, Atlanta, and the path to Black wealth creation.”
“Atlanta’s influence is felt everywhere. We have an authentic, powerful convergence of culture, music, tech, finance & entrepreneurship,” said Dr. Paul Judge, technology entrepreneur and investor. “A3C is the event that brings these diverse communities together for inspiration and innovation. We invite the world to come experience the magic of Atlanta and see what’s next.”
For more information about A3C 2023, visit a3cconference.com.
Final Word
Founded in 2005, the A3C Festival & Conference has grown from a local showcase in Atlanta to one of the most important music, tech, and culture events of the year. The good news, especially for Atlanta, is that it’s not the only festival.
While it’s warm, take advantage of the outdoors. Don’t miss these awesome festivals.
The fun is just starting. Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit a craft brewery in the city.
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Marvel Studios has had an outstanding working relationship with Atlanta, Georgia, when it comes to film production. We have no reason to believe that won’t continue with Avengers: Secret Wars, the new movie that will re-establish the company’s superhero franchise.
Here’s everything we know about Avengers: Secret Wars so far:
While much about the movie remains to be seen and planned, what we do know is that Avengers: Secret Wars is part of Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Phase Six and will follow Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.
What Will Avengers: Secret Wars Be About?
The plot of Avengers: Secret Wars is yet to be divulged, but there is a fair amount of certainty that it will closely resemble the Secret Wars storyline from the epic comic book, which was a nine-issue miniseries. In that book, Doctor Doom and the Beyonders wreck havoc upon the Earth and the multi-verse.
Read the Secret Wars comic book.
When Will Avengers: Secret Wars Be Released?
Avengers: Secret Wars will be released in theaters on May 5, 2026. Of course, that’s barring any major strikes. Marvel has been known to tweak the dates on some movies and series, but this one seems firm.
The Cast: Who Will Be In Avengers: Secret Wars?
There has been much speculation online about what superheroes will be returning for Avengers: Secret Wars. What we know for sure is that Wesley Snipes has been tapped to reprise his role as Blade in the movie. Also in the movie will be:
- Anthony Mackie as Captain America
- Benedict Wong as Wong
- Sebastian Stan as The Winter Soldier/White Wolf
- Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror
- Tom Holland as Spider-Man
- Kathryn Newton as Cassandra Kang
- Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/The Hulk
- Dominque Thorne as Ironheart
- Chris Hemsworth as Thor
- Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye
- Don Cheadle as War Machine
Will Iron Man Return In Avengers: Secret Wars?
So far, there is no word that Iron Man will return in Secret Wars. Marvel has made a concerted effort to turn to younger actors for its superheroes. It is highly unlikely that Robert Downey Jr. will be offered a contract to appear in a succession of new films.
Final Word
It remains to be seen whether Secret Wars will conclude Phase Six of the MCU’s Multiverse Saga, but it just might. If so, you can bet the MCU’s top-grossing stars — along with Atlanta — will share the limelight once again down the road.
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Are you an Atlanta entrepreneur who needs an office? More office leasing space is about to be available in Atlanta, Georgia.
CP Group, a prominent owner-operator of commercial real estate throughout the country and the largest privately-owned office landlord in Georgia, today announced that it has executed over 17,000 square feet of leasing activity across two new leases at 3225 Cumberland – a 220,000-square-foot, nine-story Class A office building located in Atlanta, Georgia.
Cumberland Office Space Available
Steam Logistics, a fully integrated third-party logistics provider, which relocated from another office park in the Cumberland-Galleria submarket to sign a lease for 10,900 square feet of office space. Paul Hanna of JLL represented the tenant.
National Endovascular Associates, a management company for interventional radiology practices, which signed a lease for 6,144 square feet of office space. Bill Langley of DT Spade represented the tenant.
Kevin Driver and Parker Welton of Stream Realty Partners represented the landlord in both transactions.“We are excited to welcome these two leading firms to the property and very happy they chose 3225 Cumberland as their new home in Atlanta,” Scott Barr, Senior Vice President at CP Group, says in a press release. “Great companies like these continue to value strategically-located, amenitized office environments, and our portfolio is well-positioned to meet that need.”
Amenities at 3225 Cumberland include multiple walkable restaurants, a newly renovated grab-and-go market; a fitness center; shared conference rooms exclusively available for tenant use; a transportation lounge; and 24/7 onsite security. Additionally, 3225 Cumberland is surrounded by 25 miles of walking and biking trails.
3225 Cumberland is located in the Cumberland-Galleria submarket — one of Atlanta’s most institutional office markets — and offers unobstructed views of the Atlanta skyline. Its ideal location also affords tenants easy access to I-75 and I-285, as well as a range of dining options and lifestyle amenities; Truist Park and The Battery (home of the Atlanta Braves); the Cobb Galleria Convention Center; and the Cobb Energy Centre for the Performing Arts.
Atlanta has one of the best real estate markets in the country, with affordable housing in every quadrant of the city. Large backyards, manicured parcels and strong neighborhoods with ample dining amenities make it one of the top places for transplants.
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The Super Bowl halftime show is an opportunity to showcase a musical legend. For 2024, that artist will be Usher Raymond.
Usher has been tapped to sing a medley of his hits at next year’s Super Bowl, the largest TV event of the year. The announcement came together as a result of a partnership between Jay-Z’s RocNation, Apple Music, the NFL, and somehow, Kim Kardashian.
When Is The 2024 Super Bowl?
Super Bowl LVIII will take place on February 11, 2024 at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium.
“It’s an honor of a lifetime to finally check a Super Bowl performance off my bucket list. I can’t wait to bring the world a show unlike anything else they’ve seen from me before,” Usher said in a statement. “Thank you to the fans and everyone who made this opportunity happen. I’ll see you real soon.
Usher To Headline 2024 Super Bowl
Usher said when he got the call from Jay-Z, he immediately agreed to do it.
“He was like, ‘It’s time for you to have that moment,” he said in an interview, referring to Jay-Z.
So what would an Usher Super Bowl halftime show be like?
What songs from Usher’s deep discography would you expect to see him perform?
Would it be like his Vegas residency shows, which Usher has been doing for two years now?
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When it comes to having a great time outdoors, it’s hard to beat the Georgia National Fair. If you want food, fun and a family-oriented activities and events, this is for you.The Georgia National Fair is back and so are armband days. Purchase an armband and enjoy unlimited rides for one flat price.Georgia National Fair: What You Need To Know
Rides are open weekdays 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM and weekends 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM. That means you need to prepare before you come so that you can take full advantage of the rides.
You can expect a concert lineup packed with great music. There will also be horse shows, livestock competitions, school rally groups, agriculture presentations and much more.When Is The 2023 Georgia National Fair?
The Georgia State Fair is set for October 5-15, 2023. Here are some times and prices you may want to know.Gates Open: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Admission: FREE For Military & Immediate Family*
Children 10 & under: FREE! With paying adult
Rides Open: Noon – 10:00 PM
Ride Armbands: Just $25
FREE Outdoor Concert: 7:30 PM on the Georgia National StageWho Is Performing At The Georgia National Fair?
The lineup for the Georgia Fair is as follows:
- Mark Chesnutt
- Sidewalk Prophets
- MJ Live
- Southside Worship
- Lee Greenwood
- Tesla
- Billy Ocean
- SmashMouth
- Randy Houser
- Grapevine
- Rumba Latina
How Much Does The Georgia National Fair Cost?
Gate admission for adults is $15, seniors (60 and up) are $10, children 10 and under are free with a paying adult.Armbands are $25 for October 6-7 & 10-14 and $30 for October 16. Armbands do not include gate fees.Final WordOne of the best times you can have outdoors in the Peach state is to attend the Georgia National Fair. And guess what: It’s happening soon.