Good Day Atlanta viewer information: Aug. 16, 2023
ATLANTA - Here is what you may have missed on today's Good Day Atlanta.
ALCOHOLL AT PULLMANYARDS
Pullman Yards serves up 'spirits' of the past
Atlanta's historic Pullman Yards is undergoing a 'spirited' renaissance thanks to its latest addition: the AlcoHall.
Good Day Atlanta is visiting the historic Pullman Yards, which is now an entertainment complex. Its newest addition is AlcoHall and is essentially a food hall dedicated to beer, wine and spirits.
INSTACART AND SNAP
SNAP teams up with Instacart
A benefit is now available to SNAP recipients - that offers convenience, discounts and more food options. The FOX 5 I-Team’s Dana Fowle gives an update on this new Instacart benefit for low-income budgets
Many Americans don't have easy access to healthy food. But, things might be a little easier now that SNAP benefits can be used to order delivery by Instacart, which is a service that delivers groceries and other items from a variety of retailers directly to your door. According to the USDA, more than 1.4 million received SNAP benefits in the state of Georgia in the month of May.
TRAVEL SCAMS
Travel scams are on the rise
More people than ever are looking to travel post-pandemic, and that means more scammers are looking for victims. Financial professional Bradley Rosen from Longevity Financial joins Alyse Eady to share how to spot a scam and how to protect your money.
The "revenge travel" season is still in full gear and more Americans that ever are traveling. With the increase in travel comes an increase in scams. Financial expert >>> is giving advice on how to avoid being taken advantage of.
MICHAEL J FOX MOVIE
Documentary chronicles Michael J. Fox's life
'Still: A Michael J. Fox Move' gives a look inside the life and legacy of actor Michael J. Fox from his start in Hollywood to his battle with Parkinson's. Director David Guggenheim and editor Michael Harte talks about why they wanted to work with the legendary actor on the now-Emmy-nominated film.
Good Day Atlanta speaks with the director for "STILL: A Michael J. Fox Movie." In the movie, Fox revisits his successful past and details his battle with Parkinson's disease. Director Davis Guggenheim and editor Michael Harte talks about the film.
MAE UPDATE
Mae the dog spends time with new friends
After spending two weeks with the FOX 5 newsroom, Mae is now having some fun at the station's sales department. She's learning a lot at her new foster home.
Mae is learning to become a service dog through Georgia-based, nonprofit Canine Assistants. She is being fostered by FOX 5 Atlanta. She spent her first two weeks in the newsroom and now she is spending time in the sales department.
SU SOLO
Inexpensive metro Atlanta fun family ideas
If you're looking for some fun family experiences that won't break the budget, Hot 107.9's Su Solo has some great ideas to keep you busy.
Summer break may be over for North Georgia students but that doesn't mean the fun has to end. HOT 107.9 radio host Su Solo has some things to do around Atlanta if you're looking for family-fun experiences.
PET OF THE DAY
Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of NE Georgia
Vernon can be a little shy at first, but he opens up quickly. His charming personality and love for water adventures makes him the perfect companion for an active family.
Today's Pet of the Day is Vernon, a loveable black Lab who is eagerly waiting for his forever home.