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· July 29, 2026
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Key takeaway A teen was given a life sentence without parole for a 2024 incident at Apalachee High School.
A new Kroger grocery store is set to occupy the former Walmart space on Ashford Dunwoody Road. The Dunwoody City Council recently approved variances and a Special Land Use Permit for the project. In other local news, a sentencing decision was made in a high-profile case.
A teen was given a life sentence without parole for a 2024 incident at Apalachee High School. Further details on these and other local stories, including developments in the District 13 Congressional seat race and the gubernatorial campaign, are available from Rough Draft Atlanta .
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Category: government ·
Published: July 29, 2026 ·
Source: Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A new Kroger grocery store is set to occupy the former Walmart space on Ashford Dunwoody Road. The Dunwoody City Council recently approved variances and a Special Land Use Permit for the project. In…
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