Fulton County Government will recognize Juneteenth as paid employee holiday instead of Columbus Day
Fulton County will recognize Juneteenth as a paid county holiday for its employees instead of Columbus Day starting in 2021, the Fulton County Board of Commissioners decided this month.
Fulton County will recognize Juneteenth as a paid county holiday for its employees instead of Columbus Day starting in 2021, the Fulton County Board of Commissioners decided this month.
Rose Parade 2021 canceled due to COVID-19, first time canceled since WWII
The 2021 Rose Parade has been canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic, organizers announced Wednesday.
The 2021 Rose Parade has been canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic, organizers announced Wednesday.
Some US pools remained open and packed for July Fourth while others closed due to high COVID-19 cases
People still jumped into pools this weekend even as confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus continued to climb in nearly 40 states.
People still jumped into pools this weekend even as confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus continued to climb in nearly 40 states.
Hundreds pack Woodstock Square for one of metro Atlanta's only fireworks displays
Woodstock leaders cancelled everything but the city's fireworks display because of the expansive layout for viewers.
Woodstock leaders cancelled everything but the city's fireworks display because of the expansive layout for viewers.
Hartsfield-Jackson expecting increase in activity during holiday weekend
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport officials are expecting an increase in activity during the Fourth of July weekend.
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport officials are expecting an increase in activity during the Fourth of July weekend.
Atlanta Track Club urges runners to avoid Peachtree route July 4
With the world's largest 10K pushed back to Thanksgiving, the Atlanta Track Club wants runners to stay off the course July 4.
With the world's largest 10K pushed back to Thanksgiving, the Atlanta Track Club wants runners to stay off the course July 4.
'Huge bummer': Fourth of July will test Americans' discipline
With confirmed cases climbing in 40 states, governors have ordered the wearing of masks in public, and families were urged to celebrate their independence at home. Even then, they were told to keep their backyard cookouts small.
With confirmed cases climbing in 40 states, governors have ordered the wearing of masks in public, and families were urged to celebrate their independence at home. Even then, they were told to keep their backyard cookouts small.
New procedures at Atlanta's airport ahead of Fourth of July holiday rush
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is taking extra steps to keep travelers safe ahead of the busy Fourth of July holiday weekend. Airport officials gave FOX 5 a tour on Thursday, revealing the new policies and procedures that are now in place to protect folks from the coronavirus.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is taking extra steps to keep travelers safe ahead of the busy Fourth of July holiday weekend. Airport officials gave FOX 5 a tour on Thursday, revealing the new policies and procedures that are now in place to protect folks from the coronavirus.
The National Archives will host its first-ever virtual celebration of Independence Day
The National Archives, the nation’s record keeper, has announced that it will host its first-ever virtual celebration of the holiday.
The National Archives, the nation’s record keeper, has announced that it will host its first-ever virtual celebration of the holiday.
Fireworks sales booming in Georgia amid coronavirus pandemic
Cities nationwide are canceling big Fourth of July gatherings and events due to the coronavirus outbreak, but fireworks retailers say that's sparked a big increase in sales.
Cities nationwide are canceling big Fourth of July gatherings and events due to the coronavirus outbreak, but fireworks retailers say that's sparked a big increase in sales.
Spirit Halloween squashes closure rumors, says it will return despite COVID-19 pandemic
Despite rumors circulating that the franchise would not be returning until 2021, Spirit Halloween has announced that it will be back this year.
Despite rumors circulating that the franchise would not be returning until 2021, Spirit Halloween has announced that it will be back this year.
Soldier returns to Tampa in time for Father's Day, surprises kids with heartwarming photobomb
Lt. Col. Simon McKenzie returned to Tampa after being deployed for several months, so he and his wife decided to surprise their kids with a heartwarming photobomb during a photography session.
Lt. Col. Simon McKenzie returned to Tampa after being deployed for several months, so he and his wife decided to surprise their kids with a heartwarming photobomb during a photography session.
Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat calm and safe on the Fourth of July
Loud fireworks displays are no fun for pets, who can become frightened or disoriented by the sound.
Loud fireworks displays are no fun for pets, who can become frightened or disoriented by the sound.
White House 4th of July celebration still on despite COVID-19 pandemic
President Donald Trump is moving ahead with a lower-key “Salute to America” celebration this year on July Fourth, despite concerns from some lawmakers about the crowds the event could generate during the coronavirus pandemic.
President Donald Trump is moving ahead with a lower-key “Salute to America” celebration this year on July Fourth, despite concerns from some lawmakers about the crowds the event could generate during the coronavirus pandemic.
Send your dad a virtual Father’s Day message
Can’t get your dad a Father’s Day card this year? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
Can’t get your dad a Father’s Day card this year? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
President Trump committed to July 4 celebration in DC despite lawmaker alarm
The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump remains committed to holding a Fourth of July celebration in the nation’s capital even as Democratic lawmakers from the region -- one of the hardest hit by the coronavirus -- warn that the area will not be ready to hold a major event.
The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump remains committed to holding a Fourth of July celebration in the nation’s capital even as Democratic lawmakers from the region -- one of the hardest hit by the coronavirus -- warn that the area will not be ready to hold a major event.
Snellville Gold Star family celebrates the life of their son on Memorial Day
A Snellville couple is remembering the loss of their son on this Memorial Day. Specialist Etienne Murphy was killed on May 27, 2017 during a rollover crash in Syria.
A Snellville couple is remembering the loss of their son on this Memorial Day. Specialist Etienne Murphy was killed on May 27, 2017 during a rollover crash in Syria.
South Fulton Police 'intercept' nearly 2 dozen ATVs illegally used on roads and private properties
A weekend roundup led to at least 20 ATVs being removed from the streets of the City of South Fulton.
A weekend roundup led to at least 20 ATVs being removed from the streets of the City of South Fulton.
As Memorial Day tempts people outdoors, virus rebound feared
Millions of Americans are set to emerge from coronavirus lockdowns and take tentative steps outdoors to celebrate Memorial Day weekend at beaches, cookouts and family gatherings, raising concern among public health officials that large gatherings could cause outbreaks to come roaring back.
Millions of Americans are set to emerge from coronavirus lockdowns and take tentative steps outdoors to celebrate Memorial Day weekend at beaches, cookouts and family gatherings, raising concern among public health officials that large gatherings could cause outbreaks to come roaring back.
Send your mom a virtual Mother’s Day message
Can’t pick up a card from the store? No worries.
Can’t pick up a card from the store? No worries.