Spark 5K race returns to Piedmont Park on April 30

Buckhead Reporter 4/11 7:51A Collin Kelley

Spark 5K , presented by Roark, returns to Piedmont Park on Thursday, April 30, at 6:30 p.m. for its fourth annual celebration of community, movement, and purpose. The high-energy evening combines fun, fitness and a spirited corporate challenge all...

The Center for Puppetry Arts relaunches live show tour after almost 20 years

Buckhead Reporter 4/11 5:32A Rough Draft Staff

The Center for Puppetry Arts announced that it is relaunching its touring productions for the first time in nearly two decades. Last seen in 2009, the latest iteration of the center’s travelling puppet shows is set to make its debut at Brenau...

Midtown High students shine at Future Business Leaders of America conference

Buckhead Reporter 4/11 3:45A Rough Draft Staff

Midtown High School’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter recently captured top honors at the 2026 Georgia FBLA State Leadership conference, an annual gathering that brings together student leaders from across the state to compete...

FBI, Atlanta Police warn of ‘764’ groups targeting kids online

Buckhead Reporter 4/10 4:31A WSBTV.com News Staff

The FBI and Atlanta police are warning parents about an extremist group called “764,” which authorities say targets minors through online platforms. “This is a form of violence, motivated by a hatred of society and a drive to cause the collapse...

‘You, Me & Tuscany’ cast and crew on the importance of theatrical rom-coms

Buckhead Reporter 4/10 2:00A Sammie Purcell

It feels like every other day, a new romantic comedy releases on some streaming service. When it’s a good one, I’m always left with one lingering thought: wouldn’t it have been more fun to watch that...

High-speed chase in Buckhead ends with suspect in custody, troopers hospitalized

Buckhead Reporter 4/10 12:33A WSBTV.com News Staff

Two Georgia State Patrol troopers were hurt and taken to the hospital during a chase on Thursday night. GSP says troopers tried pulling over a Range Rover on Peachtree Road in Buckhead just after 9:30 p.m. While speeding away from them, the...

New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation features great performance, some adaptation struggles

Buckhead Reporter 4/10 12:00A Sammie Purcell

“Hamlet” might be one of the most adapted properties of all time. When taking stock of those adaptations, the story mostly stays the same, but the focus usually changes.  It all comes down to...

Japanese horror film ‘Exit 8’ is too beholden to its video game structure

Buckhead Reporter 4/9 11:30P Sammie Purcell

“Exit 8” opens with a scenario we’re all probably a little familiar with – a little mindless scrolling to pass the time on a long commute.  The opening of the horror film, directed by Genki Kawamura...

Are Atlanta restaurants getting too loud?

Buckhead Reporter 4/9 6:00A Sarra Sedghi

No, it’s not just you — restaurants seem louder these days. And what’s more, there’s no lone factor amplifying the noise. A restaurant’s design, square footage, music, seating arrangement, and even...

This week at the Farmers Market

Buckhead Reporter 4/9 4:00A Sammie Purcell

Rough Draft Atlanta is partnering with Community Farmers Markets to let you know what’s in season at your local market. Each week, we’ll share a list of ingredients that are farm fresh, along with a...

Quick Bites for April 9: Hawaiian barbecue in Sylvan Hills, Hunan cuisine in Inman Park, Chamblee...

Buckhead Reporter 4/9 12:30A Beth McKibben

In this week’s Quick Bites, get details on several restaurant openings, including new restaurants in East Lake, Sylvan Hills, Inman Park, The Interlock, and Avondale Estates. Plus, we’ve rounded up a...

Team behind Michelin-starred Mujō open Koshu Club April 14 in Buckhead

Buckhead- Reporter Newspapers 4/8 5:14A Beth McKibben

Key points: Japanese restaurant Koshu Club opens on April 14 in Buckhead. Backed by the team behind Michelin-starred Mujō, the 46-seat restaurant is located across from the St. Regis at the 99 West...

Deborah Dancy’s new exhibition ‘Pivot’ opens at Marcia Wood Gallery

Buckhead Reporter 4/8 2:00A Sherri Daye Scott

Deborah Dancy has taught, exhibited, and built a body of abstract painting work spanning decades. And yet, almost 50 years into her career, she decided to put down her brushes. Deborah Dancy’s “All...

WABE raises over $1.1 million at inaugural benefit

Buckhead Reporter 4/6 8:47A Rough Draft Staff

WABE raised over $1.1 million at “WABE Live: Acts for Facts,” the media outlet’s inaugural benefit.  According to a press release, the event, which was held March 25, is part of a broader strategy to close the $1.9 million annual gap left by the...

Beltline seeks contractor for new Northeast Trail segment

Buckhead Reporter 4/6 8:31A Rough Draft Staff

Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (ABI) is seeking construction firms for a new 2.8-mile segment of the trail network. The agency announced an invitation to bid for Northeast Trail Segment 3 and four connector...