Top Atlanta news: Acts of kindness, solidarity abound; 2 weeks of free groceries for those in need

Top Atlanta news: Acts of kindness, solidarity abound; 2 weeks of free groceries for those in needPhoto: Ciro/Flickr
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Published on March 25, 2020

Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Atlanta.

Random acts of neighborly kindness, solidarity abound in Atlanta right now

Faced with drastically limited social options and a new stay-at-home order in the City of Atlanta, residents in Georgia’s capital and satellite cities are finding truly inventive ways to connect, distract, applaud and assist.

Read the full story on Curbed Atlanta.

Two weeks of free groceries for Atlanta families in need

Families can pre-register to receive free groceries, thanks to the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm partnering with Goodr.

Read the full story on Patch.com.

Increase in SNAP applications, more funds coming

Gov. Brian Kemp said that SNAP recipients in Georgia will see an additional $100 in benefits in March and April.

Read the full story on Patch.com.

How the city’s new ‘stay-at-home’ order will — and won’t — affect your life

Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms' mandate doesn't apply to the Atlanta Beltline, parks or takeout restaurants.

Read the full story on Curbed Atlanta.

Midtown Atlanta restaurants currently offering takeout and delivery

Cities like Atlanta have suspended dine-in service to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, with takeout and delivery now the new reality for restaurants. Eater Atlanta is breaking down a few restaurants now offering takeout and delivery, and hopes to provide a manageable list of establishments by neighborhood.

Read the full story on Eater Atlanta.


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