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Huey Magoo’s is opening its first Georgia location in Loganville in January 2020, Atlantafi.com has learned.
The Central Florida-based restaurant is known for its crispy fried chicken tenders. This will be the first free-standing Huey Magoo’s restaurant and will also features an outdoor patio and a drive-thru.What’s On The Menu at Huey Magoo’s?
Loganville will offer guests Huey Magoo’s signature grilled, hand-breaded or “sauced” premium chicken tenders, farm fresh salads, sandwiches and wraps, available as individual meals, meals for two and family-sized options. Each tender is always made fresh, all natural, with no antibiotics ever, no hormones, no steroids and no preservatives. Guests of all ages will also enjoy Huey Magoo’s warm and inviting design.
Huey Magoo’s Loganville is owned by franchisees Dean Thompson, Derry Thompson and Alex Larson of DAD’s Tenders, who are also are franchisees of Papa John’s.
The store is the first store in Thompson’s development deal of up to 46 Huey Magoo’s stores in metro Atlanta.What Other Huey Magoo’s Locations Are Planned For Metro Atlanta?
Thompson is working on lease agreements for three more Huey Magoo’s restaurants in Covington, Monroe and Conyers.You know what all that means? It means that Huey Magoo’s is hiring in metro Atlanta. Reach out if you want to join their growing restaurant and management team.
“It has been a dream come true to open in Alex’s and my hometown,” says Dean Thompson. “He and I have raised our children since they were born here in Loganville, and we have been a big part of the community from schools and sports to a whole lot of fundraising. We currently operate 11 Papa John’s and four of them are within eight miles of the Loganville Huey Magoo’s, so we cannot wait to be able to offer family, friends and business associates another award-winning product, the world’s best chicken tenders.”
Howard continues, “With Dean, Derry and Alex’s tremendous experience and unbelievable passion for the Huey Magoo’s brand, I couldn’t be more thrilled to partner with them as our franchisees in the state of Georgia. Words cannot express what a huge milestone opening Loganville is for the brand, as our first location outside of Florida and our first free-standing Huey Magoo’s, in what we hope will become many more.”Where Is Huey Magoo’s Chicken Tenders Located In Loganville?
Huey Magoo’s Chicken Tenders now open at 4630 Atlanta Highway, Loganville, GA 30052. Here’s a map to help you find it.
The hours of operation are Sunday through Thursday 11am-9pm, Friday and Saturday 11am-10pm. For more information and a complete list of locations, visit hueymagoos.com, or call 470-462-4667 for more information.For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com. -
Jinya Ramen Bar is set to open November 11 in Alpharetta City Center. The restaurant is widely thought of as having the best ramen in whatever city they’re in.
The eatery recently received a shoutout from Chrissy Teigen, who posted online about her favorite Jinya Ramen Bar dish.
“My pick is the spicy tonkotsu ramen,” she said. “It’s rich and tingly but not crazy-hot; the fire builds slowly with every slurp. Round out your meal with their buns, crispy chicken, and gyoza – if your kids don’t want ramen, they’ll destroy all of these and ask for seconds.”
For its Alpharetta debut, Jinya Ramen Bar is offering freebies as well. The first 50 people at 11 am. and 6 p.m. will receive a free ramen bowl.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta
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Starting this weekend on Saturday, Sept. 7, Wonderkid will have a pop-up restaurant at We Suki Suki in East Atlanta. The pop-up will take place every Saturday in September from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Wonderkid pop-up will happen on the following dates:
- Sept. 7
- Sept. 14
- Sept. 21
- Sept. 28
Each week, Wonderkid will feature a menu item from. Food AND admission will be free. Here are the menu items for each week:
- 9/7: Meatloaf Melt with beef + pork meatloaf, pimento cheese, bacon jam, and arugula
- 9/14: Bodega BEC with Pine St. Mkt bacon, farm egg cheese omelet, and hollandaise
- 9/21: Heritage Turkey Sandwich with cranberry relish, fresh mozzarella and arugula
- 9/28: Cakes & Pies (a selection)
Suki Suki is located at 479-b Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. Here is a map to help you find it.
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The Atlanta Beltline Southside Trail has been opened on an interim basis. The all-gravel path connects the Westside and Eastside Trails. Here’s what it looks like.
The 4-mile Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail officially opened in late August and has been used since that time by sporadic joggers, walkers and bikers.
Here’s what the Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail looks like
If you plan on riding a scooter there, don’t do it: The interim trail is unpaved and makes for a rocky road.
The trail is nowhere near what it will be but already has outstanding potential by offering access to a former rail corridor, 11 public streets, bridges, crosswalks in at-grade crossings and two tunnels.
The Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail traces its beginnings to March 2018. That’s when Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced that the BeltLine had acquired the 4.5-mile Southside Trail corridor from CSX.
“Linking the west and east sides of the Atlanta BeltLine is a top priority,” said Clyde Higgs, President and CEO of Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. “We recognize that this connectivity has been highly anticipated by our neighbors along the southern corridor. We are thrilled for this milestone and future construction.”
Where is the Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail located?
The Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail extends from University Avenue to Glenwood Avenue. Here are some photos of what the Southside Trail looks like in its interim state:
The city asks that the public do not use the corridor until the proper precautions have been taken to ensure that it is safe.
The Beltline is accepting volunteers to help clean up and beautify the trail through seasonal All Call Volunteer Days and Adopt the Atlanta BeltLine.
Current Southside Trail Adopters include TAF Designs, REI, Raulet Property Partners, Atlanta Community ToolBank, Mercer Street Neighbors, Eventide Brewing, and Jack and Jill of America. Learn more about these programs at beltline.org and by signing up for the Partnership’s monthly e-newsletter.
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The Southside Trail of the Beltline has opened to the public. City officials commemorated the event, which has been anticipated for years.
Walkers, joggers can now travel 12 miles total on the Atlanta Beltline, officials said this week. The path is all gravel as of now, but will be beautified in the future.
Southside Trail of the Beltline opens to the public
The opening of the Southside Trail is important because it bridges University Avenue and connects the Eastside and Westside Trails.
The Southside Trail, still considered in what is called an “interim” state, is four miles in length and connects the Westside and Eastside Trails with plenty of mobility options and programming.
What’s new on the Beltline Southside Trail?
The Southside Trail of the Beltline is unpaved but has gravel for easy walking. It also gives you access to 11 public streets.
“I am delighted for the opportunity this represents for the residents of south and southwest Atlanta,” said Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms. “Already, in an interim state, the Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail is having a profound impact on affordable housing, jobs, and the economy in the surrounding communities.”
City officials will now turn their attention to linking the respective trails so that the public can easily access them.
“Linking the west and east sides of the Atlanta BeltLine is a top priority,” said Clyde Higgs, President and CEO of Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. “We recognize that this connectivity has been highly anticipated by our neighbors along the southern corridor. We are thrilled for this milestone and future construction.”
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The Castleberry Hill Art Stroll is held every second Friday of the month in Atlanta. It is a self-guided tour along one of the most-traveled corridors of downtown Atlanta.
The Castleberry Hill Art Stroll is a free event held every second Friday. The stroll can be enjoyed by residents, visitors, tourists and more.
Castleberry Hill Art Stroll in Atlanta: Everything you need to know
Local artists are usually the focus of the art stroll although some national creatives are sometimes exhibited as well.
It is a self-guided tour and is completely FREE of charge! New info about art stroll events are typically available at 180 Walker St SW in front of Bottle Rocket the night of the Stroll. For the latest Art Stroll Event Info check out the Facebook page.
Castleberry Hill Art Stroll: What To Bring
- Comfortable shoes: You may be doing a bit of standing and/or walking
- Spending change: Many times you may want to grab a bite over there.
- A big smile: You’re going to meet a lot of nice people!
There are a number of associated businesses around the Castleberry Art Stroll, so you don’t have to worry about eating or drinking beforehand. Here are some of the surrounding businesses:
Castleberry Hill businesses
- Atlanta Movie Tours 327 Nelson St
- Besharat Gallery 175 Peters St SW
- Bottle Rocket 180 Walker St SW
- COZE – a private event space 255 Trinity Ave SW, Ste A
- Elliott Street Pub, Deli & Pub @ 51 Elliott St.
- Escape Gallery 180 Walker St.
- Granite Room 211 Peters St.
- Liana Delgado Art Studio/Gallery 161 Mangum St SW, Unit 200
- Nadia’s Studio & Gallery
- No Mas! Hacienda & Cantina 180 Walker St SW
- iwi fresh Garden Day Spa 341 Nelson St SW
- Iridium 77 Clothing Boutique, 329 Nelson St
- Wine Shoe 339 Nelson St.
- Zucot Gallery 100 Centennial Olympic Pk Dr SW
Where Is Castleberry Hill Located in Atlanta?
Castleberry Hill is bordered by Northside Drive, Peters Street, White Hall Avenue and Walker Street. Here is a map to help you find it.
There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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There are plenty of interstates that you should show due caution pn when traveling, but Interstate 285, better known as I-285, or better yet, 285, is another animal.
That’s just one of several Atlanta interstates that you may be have to drive on when traveling in and through metro Atlanta.
The traffic perennially ranks as one of the worst in the nation and there are a few reasons for that:
- The drivers are from all across the country
- Atlanta’s highways are built like race tracks
- Nobody really knows where they’re going
It’s the latter one that makes Atlanta traffic so stressful. Anyhoo, if you’re here you’re going to have to learn how to drive through the traffic.
How To Drive On 285 (Safely) In Atlanta
285 is a loop that encircles Atlanta. It is approximately 63.98 miles.
If you’re trying to really make up some time to get to where you’re going around Atlanta, you’ll encounter 285 — but you don’t have to be afraid.
When driving on 285, don’t be on a hurry. I know it’s like a race track.
It’s best to travel in the middle lanes of 285, that way you won’t be accidentally take an exit or be in the fast lane.
If you want to see where the traffic is, download the WSB-TV traffic app for real-time road information. You can also get the Waze app or Google Maps.
Atlanta Express Lanes: What You Need To Know
G-DOT introduced the I-85 express lanes (Hot lanes) on the northside a few years ago around metro Atlanta. HOT stands for High Occupancy Toll because it costs money.
The lanes stretch from Chamblee Tucker Road, just south of I-285, to Old Peachtree Road in Gwinnett County.
Who can use Hot lanes in Atlanta toll-free?
The HOT lanes are for those who register, including three or more person carpools, motorcycles, emergency vehicles, and Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV) with the proper AFV license plate (does not include hybrid vehicles).
If you have three or fewer occupants, including solo drivers, you can pay to use the Express Lanes.
Here are the registered vehicles that are exempt from Express lane tolls:
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Transit vehicles
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Carpools with three or more occupants
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Motorcycles
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Emergency vehicles
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Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV) with the proper AFV license plate (does not include hybrid vehicles)
How to get a Peach Pass in Atlanta
All vehicles, including those designated as “toll-exempt,” must be registered on an active Peach Pass account and have a Peach Pass transponder mounted inside or on the vehicle to use the Georgia Express Lanes.
You can sign up for a Peach Pass account online by clicking here or contact the Customer Service Center.
New to metro Atlanta? Watch this video on how Peach Pass works?
When is the best time to travel through Atlanta?
Because the Atlanta rush hour is virtually an all-day thing, you may find it best to travel through Atlanta after 8 p.m. The best time in fact may be between 8:30 and 9:30 p.m. on week days.
On weekends, it’s best to get on the roads early, like 6 to 7 a.m. That way, you’ll beat the normal weekend traffic, which starts around 7ish.
Here Are 3 Ways To Deal With Atlanta Traffic
Carpool
In metro Atlanta, it’s very easy to sign up to car pool: Do you need help finding a carpool partner. Sign up at GeorgiaCommuteOptions to find a commute partner.
Guaranteed Ride Home
In metro Atlanta, you can get a Guaranteed Ride Home if an unexpected event makes getting to your place of residence improbable.
Guaranteed Ride Home promises up to five free rides home or to your car, by taxi from work each year if an unexpected event occurs.
1. Download the application, then email, fax or mail it to G-Dot. Sign Up for GRH.
Call 1-877-942-6784 (locally: 404-656-4270) for questions or to schedule a ride.
Take MARTA, it’s SMARTA
Yes, taking MARTA really is smarter. The train commute may take a big longer for some people, but what it takes up in time it gives back in stress and comfort.
The rail network is comprise of four service lines that travel in all four compass points: the Red, Gold, Blue, and Green Lines.
Atlanta rail: How much does MARTA fare cost?
If you want to ride the rail in Atlanta, The MARTA fare is $2.50 for a one-way trip.
Machines in the MARTA Stations take exact cash or credit cards. If you don’t have a Breeze Card ($2), which is reloadable, you must get a or a $1 disposable paper ticket.
Children
Children 46 inches and under can ride MARTA for free. Limit two children per paying adultSenior Citizens, Disabled Riders and Medicare Recipients
$1.00 (view details)MARTA Mobility Paratransit
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UPDATE: Lime scooter has decided to leave several cities, including Atlanta. Lime scooters are no longer available here.
Lime scooters are pretty much on every nick and cranny in downtown and Midtown Atlanta streets. But don’t get fined. If you want to know how to operate a Lime scooter, here’s how.
Lime scooters launched their inaugural rides in 2017 in North Carolina powered by Neutron Holdings, who does business as Lime. Since then the electric scooters have spread across the United States, Mexico and elsewhere.
How Do Lime Scooters Work?
To start riding Lime, there are four easy steps you need to take:
- You just need to download the app for Android or iTunes.
- A 4-digit code will be sent to you.
- Of course, you’ll have to confirm that you are at least 18 years old.
- Enable location services:
How Much Do Lime Scooters Cost To Ride?
It costs $1 to unlock a Lime scooter and . 22 cents a minute to ride after that.To ride a Lime scooter:
Enable your camera so that you can use your phone to scan the QR code to start your ride. That’s it. You’re ready to ride! In addition to having an initiative with the Atlanta Beltline, Lime allows you to donate a slice of your Lime ride to another person.
What Are The Scooter Rules For Atlanta?
The City of Atlanta implemented new safety rules on June 21, 2019 governing scooters in the city. Here are the highlights: Reduced Speed Zone: There is an 8 mph limit for scooters along the portion of the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail between Monroe Drive and DeKalb Avenue.
Are Scooters Allowed On The Atlanta Beltline?
Yes, but it will be subject to the Reduced Speed Zone on weekday evenings (Monday – Thursday, 6 p.m. – 6 a.m.), weekends (Friday at 6 p.m. – Monday 6 a.m.), and state holidays (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.).
Can You Ride Scooters In Piedmont Park?
Yes, scooters are allowed in Piedmont Park’s shared use pathways. The city is also actively looking at setting up park zones for scooters. These park zones will help reduce clutter and allow for accessibility at entrances to the trails. Like cars and bikes, scooters must yield to pedestrians at crosswalks. If you ride a Lime scooter, safety is your #1 priority. Watch this video on how to ride a Lime. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=8&v=zOMYOBBRtM8 There are other e-scooters operating in Atlanta. Don’t want to use Lime?
Here’s how to ride a Bird scooter in Atlanta
New E-Scooter Regulations Aim To Fine Riders And Keep Sidewalks Clear
Lime partners with MARTA
Lime and MARTA entered into a partnership in June 2019 to take part in monthly Fresh MARTA Market community festivals to help riders sign up for Lime Access – a low income program that gives heavily discounted rides on Lime electric scooters.
“We are excited by our partnership with Lime and appreciate their focus on raising awareness around last-mile transportation needs,” said MARTA General Manager and CEO Jeffrey Parker. “Lime is not only committed to problem-solving, but they are ensuring that the solution is accessible and cost-effective.”
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Shoe Crazy Wine is set to debut in the Atlanta area this summer. Sangria Saturday is celebrating the newest brands along with the classic varietals.
Shoe Crazy Wine will take place Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Hall-Space 3261 Roswell Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30305.
Shoe Crazy Wine in Atlanta: What you need to know
Here’s what guests will experience:
* 4 different Sangria Flavors
* Tastings of all Shoe Crazy Wine Varietals
* Prize Drawings throughout the day.
Space is extremely limited get your tickets
Founded by Gwen Hurt, we work with the best vineyards in California to develop our unique blends. Our wines are created with women in mind. Owned and operated by a mother-daughter team, we understand that women face tough daily challenges. And we know we can tackle them together-with a great pair of shoes and a great wine!
Food and Wine Crawl is private tour in select cities that includes trips to popular wine bars, wineries and restaurants.
Originating as a one time event, it proved so popular that the Crawl expanded to spring summer and fall crawls and from Chicago to other cities including an annual “destination crawl” to Napa Valley.
The crawls now combine gourmet food, fine wine and other guilty pleasures along the journey. Wine Crawls are regularly held in Chicago, Atlanta , Dallas, Napa , other cities and even include a destination trip to Rome in the near future.
Atlanta has so much to do that you need a curated guide to help you sort through it all. Make sure you subscribe to our #ATLHaps newsletter that gives you a weekly tab of Atlanta events you don’t want to miss.
Explore Atlanta at your own pace
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. CNN Center often has something cool going on! 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 has made yet another distinguished list, and this time it’s a bittersweet fact. The city is among the places where you can earn six-figures and still be broke.
The figures come from a report by MagnifyMoney, which analyzed data from the largest 100 metropolitan ares in the United States. They also did a deep dive into variables that impact disposable income.
Atlanta on list of cities where you can earn 6 figures and still be broke
The conclusion? Location matters. Overall, East Coast and West Coast families have less disposable income compared to other U.S. households.
MagnifyMoney based its case study on a family topping $8,333 per month in gross income. To come up with the figures, they subtracted the family’s monthly expenses, debt and savings.
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