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Metro Atlanta city considering changes to rules on alcohol sales
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sam Sachs , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 10, 2026
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Key takeaway If approved, the new rules would allow purchases from early Saturday morning until nearly 3 a.
In the Atlanta area, a city is looking to update its weekend alcohol rules. Details of the proposal are being considered by local officials. Residents may soon have more time to buy and consume alcohol on Saturdays.
The city council has reviewed a plan that could extend alcohol sales hours. m. Sunday.
Further information on the proposed change, including when it might take effect, can be found through local news sources. The city council is set to vote on the matter later this month.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 10, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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