Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
Good morning, Alpharetta.
Morton Waitzman, a World War II veteran who stormed Normandy beaches and fought in the Battle of the Bulge, was reunited with his long-lost helmet when Buck Lanford interviewed him on March 20th.
The U.S. Education Department’s Office for Civil Rights will investigate a complaint filed in August 2024 that alleges antisemitism at several Fulton County schools—including Alpharetta High School—since Oct.
7. The probe will check if the schools met Title VI rules to protect Jewish and Israeli students.
Georgia's HIV prevention program—100% funded by the federal government—is at risk if proposed CDC cuts go into effect, which would reduce the state's allocation by $21 million and likely lead to job losses in public health.
Experts warn that without federal support, the Department of Public Health will struggle to train staff and prevent new HIV infections while awaiting further guidance.
Metro Atlanta hosted March Madness events as local restaurants and bars featured watch parties, drink deals, and games like the Midtown Ball Crawl and BrewDog's Beer Bracket Challenge.
Several festivities were held on March 20 while promotions continue later this week, and the Georgia Bulldogs took on Gonzaga at 4:35 p.m.—their first tourney game since 1996.
NAF-ATL Annual Bike Ride Event 2025
The event features a scenic bike ride along the Big Creek Greenway Trail, including activities for children and a chance to win an e-bike, all supporting scholarships for underserved college students.
Georgia Cup Match
Match Play — The Golf Club of Georgia — Registration required — Experience exciting amateur golf at the prestigious Georgia Cup tournament.
Acoustic Evening with Jim Brown
7:30-10 p.m. — Ground & Pound Coffee — 20% entertainment charge — Enjoy an intimate acoustic set featuring nostalgic hits from the '70s, '80s, and '90s.
Tribute to Roberta Flack by Toni Byrd
7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. — The Velvet Note — Ticket details unavailable — Experience a heartfelt musical tribute to the legendary Roberta Flack performed by award-winning Toni Byrd.
Easter Bunny at Avalon
8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Avalon — Starting at $15 — Create memorable moments with vibrant new family photos alongside the Easter Bunny this spring.
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