AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLabor Day Travel Costs: AAA says Georgia gas and food bills stay high heading into the holiday weekend, with the state average for gas at $3.88 and beef prices up year over year—so expect tighter budgets and busier roads. Road Closures: Sandy Springs plans to reopen a Roberts Drive section near Roswell Road for Labor Day after a water main repair, with detours still in play. Atlanta Events & Arts: Dragon Con returns to downtown Atlanta (Sept. 3–7), including a big Saturday parade along Peachtree Street. Local Entertainment: The Harris Center for the Arts kicks off its season with “All About Joel: A Tribute to Billy Joel” on Sept. 13. Air Travel Updates: Avelo extends Florida flight schedules through April 2027, with one-way fares starting at $42, and adds/maintains service that includes Atlanta. Getting Around Town: Decatur’s Lime e-bike pilot during the World Cup period drew hundreds of short trips, with officials using the results for future planning. Fuel Watch: GasBuddy reports the lowest diesel deals in parts of Georgia, including Banks County at $5.43 (week ending Aug. 29).
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