Weaver D's — the Athens soul-food spot that inspired R.E.M.’s album title — will serve its last plates this week as owner Dexter Weaver retires.

Moxie Burger’s Shallowford Road spot scored 51/100 after inspectors found cross‑contamination and cold‑holding failures. A follow‑up inspection has been ordered.

Philadelphia's Spread Bagelry is opening in Buckhead this March, adding a national chain to Atlanta's crowded bagel scene.

DePalma’s downtown Athens location will close on Feb. 27 after 38 years. Owner Dave Cappi says incoming operators plan a March concept while other sites stay open.

YAVA Kitchen and Brewhouse opened Feb. 17 in Cumming's Westshore, pairing a wood-fired menu with on-site small-batch beers and a limited Founders Club.

Morty’s Meat & Supply will open a Smokehouse Stage and launch dueling piano nights on March 6, with karaoke, trivia and shareable plates.

Adam J’s is moving from a grilled‑cheese truck into a 320‑sq‑ft shipping‑container shop at Pittsburgh Yards this spring. The walk‑up location will be the brand’s first brick‑and‑mortar.

Beloved Buckhead staple R. Thomas shut its doors this week; a door sign promises a March 19 reopening while staff say they were let go.

The Halcyon Butcher & Brew in Alpharetta scored 67 on a Feb. 9 state health inspection after inspectors recorded eight violations, including sanitizer and temperature problems.

DeKalb County held the Spirit of DeKalb Awards gala, honoring local heroes and raising funds to combat food insecurity, with special tributes to fallen officers.

Cobb County promotes local food drives and resources for those in need through FindHelp.cobbcounty.gov, offering a range of essential services to its community.

Gwinnett County allocates $250,000 to provide residents with food and hygiene products amid federal assistance disruptions, working with six local cooperatives for distribution.

Tucker City Council bans new drive-thru restaurants in key areas to create a walkable cityscape and combat congestion, now requiring special permits outside designated zones.