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Good day Atlanta! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Atlanta colleges dominate Georgia's newest 2027 college rankings
  • Eggslut brings its egg-centric breakfast buzz to the Atlanta Beltline
  • How Saturday's Aflac Kickoff Game could boost Atlanta children's cancer care

Also on today's calendar: Labor Day Weekend: 40th Annual Marietta Art in the Park and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Very hot, with a high of 97 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Partly sunny, a t-storm; hot, temps: high: 95, low: 74.
  • Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 83 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. The 10 Best Colleges In GA, According To New 2027 Ranking (patch.com) — Atlanta readers can take pride that Georgia Tech tops Niche's new 2027 list of best colleges in Georgia and ranks fourth nationally, with Emory, Spelman, and Georgia State also representing the city. The rankings draw on federal data plus student and alumni reviews, and now factor in student wellness and "future readiness," including career services and exposure to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.
   

2. New Egg Eatery To 'Crack' Into GA Restaurant Scene (patch.com) — Atlanta food lovers will soon get a new breakfast option as Eggslut prepares to open this fall along the Atlanta Beltline's Eastside trail at Krog Street Market. The chef-driven spot, led locally by partners Eshaan Attawala and Shehzaan Chunara, will serve egg-focused dishes like the Fairfax sandwich and the Slut, aiming to become a flagship East Coast location and a staple of the city's booming dining scene.
   

3. More than football: Aflac kickoff game supports children battling cancer (wsbtv.com) — Mercedes-Benz Stadium is hosting Saturday's Aflac Kickoff Game, which doubles as a major fundraiser for the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Organizers expect to surpass previous years' donations through ticket sales, a 50-50 raffle, and on-field recognition of patients and families, building on millions already raised by Atlanta media partners and fans.
   

4. Three additional measles cases confirmed in Georgia (wavy.com) — A measles outbreak that began at a metro Atlanta daycare has now grown to eight confirmed cases statewide this month, with 14 total in Georgia this year. Health officials urge Atlanta-area families to check MMR vaccination status, watch for symptoms like fever and rash, and call ahead before visiting any clinic or hospital if exposure is suspected.
   

5. Georgia Election Committee Holds Key Meeting at State House (dailysignal.com) — State lawmakers met at the Georgia Statehouse in Atlanta to weigh options for the next statewide voting system, from ballot-on-demand printers to upgraded machines. Testimony from local election officials and advocacy groups focused on cybersecurity, physical security, and better access for Latino voters and people with disabilities, changes that could shape how Atlanta residents cast ballots in future elections.
   

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  • Bear Double Launches New Website for Jaunt Air Mobility to Showcase Next-Generation Aircraft Technology —Nicholas Wolaver Read on Patch
  • Labor Day Weekend Pet Checklist: 7 Ways to Prepare for Travel, Guests and Schedule Changes —Georgia News Read on Patch
  • Meet LifeLine Animal Project's Pets of the Week —Timyka Artist Read on Patch
  • How The Attic Impacts Your Roof - A Deeper Analysis —New Image Roofing Atlanta Read on Patch
  • Zoomie prince looking for a bigger place to zoom/gallop in!
    Jyle is an energetic 1 year & 9 month old pup. We took him for a weekend warrior. It was his first time out since arriving at Dekalb Community… (Nextdoor River Vista & Sandy Spring)
  • There's been quite a bit of discussion here with respect to food waste and food aid related to the confusion of "expiry dates" with "best by" dates.
    Some folks even went so far as to say they would not eat food past its "best by" date - although that date has nothing to do with safety or nutrition… (Nextdoor Candler Park)
  • The Salvation Army posted a job opening for Day Camp Counselor in Atlanta. Apply here.
  • Lifetime Fitness - Life Time, Inc. posted a job opening for Kids Events Team Member in Atlanta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Atlanta here.

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