old fourth ward - What Now Atlanta

COVID-19 ·

O4W Businesses ‘Pledge’ To Reopen With Whopping 64 Safety Guidelines Including Requiring Masks

In addition to 39 state-mandated guidelines for reopening, at least 35 businesses under the direction of the neighborhood's business association are adding in 25 safety requirements.

Caleb J. Spivak·
May 25, 2020 8:01 pm·
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restaurants ·

Chick-fil-A Planning Ground-Up Restaurant On Corner of Boulevard and Ponce

Application seeking a rezoning of a Texaco gas station site into the chicken joint has been filed with the City of Atlanta.

Caleb J. Spivak·
May 6, 2020 6:21 pm·
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COVID-19 ·

J.Crew Files For Bankruptcy As COVID-19 Economic Impact Looms

Clothing retailer has four Atlanta-area storefronts in Buckhead, Dunwoody, Old Fourth Ward, and Alpharetta.

Caleb J. Spivak·
May 4, 2020 10:13 am·
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Church Bar Expanding into Corner Tavern space

restaurants ·

[Exclusive] ‘Church’ Bar Expanding Into Adjacent Corner Tavern Space, Will Add Food To Its Offerings

'MEGA CHURCH' will open June 1, 2020, could be redesigned to look like a Southern Baptist Church complete with a white paint job, steeple.

Caleb J. Spivak·
May 1, 2020 4:20 pm·
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COVID-19 ·

The Roof at Ponce City Market To Reopen May 4 With ‘Restricted Operations’

'At this time, we feel confident that with our unique 80,000 square feet open-air rooftop and outdoor seating, we can more than adhere to the recommended six-feet social distancing guidelines and can continue to keep our employees and guests safe while we resume business.'

Caleb J. Spivak·
May 1, 2020 1:46 pm·
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COVID-19 ·

Even With Permission From The State, Atlanta’s Small Businesses Struggling With Decision To Reopen

'We are in an extremely tough position right now because the government has said it is OK to open, but the C.D.C. and the mayor have strongly advised against it,' says MADabolic gym Owner Abby Closs.

Caleb J. Spivak·
May 1, 2020 10:31 am·
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COVID-19 ·

Grant Henry Adorns ‘Church’ Bar With Blank Canvases For Live Drive-By Art Show

'Sister Louisa' will sell the larger-than-life art with 100 percent of proceeds going to staff.

Caleb J. Spivak·
April 6, 2020 9:48 am·
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COVID-19 ·

Shake Shack’s Atlanta Restaurants Temporarily Adopting To-Go Model As COVID-19 Evolves

Burger chain's dining rooms are closed indefinitely in The Shops at Buckhead Atlanta, Perimeter Mall, and Old Fourth Ward.

Kamille D. Whittaker·
March 16, 2020 11:48 am·
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restaurants ·

‘Good Morning’ Breakfast Eatery to Replace Shuttered Puff and Petals In Old Fourth Ward

Late-night breakfast lovers will soon have an option that isn't Waffle House, R. Thomas, Owner Dennis McKinley says.

Kamille D. Whittaker·
March 12, 2020 11:11 am·
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real estate ·

‘Murder,’ Cartoon Blood Drip Spray-Painted Onto 725 Ponce Kroger

Atlantans over the weekend were reminded of the resurrected Poncey-Highland grocery store's nickname 'Murder Kroger.'

Caleb J. Spivak·
February 24, 2020 9:00 pm·
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