Komen Atlanta Race for the Cure Funds Community's Breast Health Needs
All funds from the Race for the Cure enable women to detect and survive breast cancer. Whose life are you running for? Read More
Historic Summit Explores Difference, Inclusivity, Gender and Sexual Politics at HBCUs
Nine HBCUs convene for the first time at Spelman College on Friday, April 29 to present research findings and dialogue about LGBT issues on Black college campuses. Read More
Discovery Point Hosts Summer Camp Open House on April 30th
Visit your local Discovery Point Center on April 30th from 10AM to 2PM for information about signing your child up for the Summer Camp program, as well as information about Fall Enrollment. Read More
Champions of Hope Halfway There
Twelve of the best and brightest in the community are halfway through their campaign of the Man & Woman of the Year for LLS. The event, which concludes on June 4th, raises funds for blood cancer research and patient services. Read More
Get On Board With Councilmember Aaron Watson & Atlanta Bicycle Coalition
Get active, get healthy! Join Councilmember Aaron Watson and Atlanta Bicycle Coalition for spring ride April 30 Read More
2011 Nonprofit Summit: IMPACT: Putting Ideas to Work
Explore the many options to attend workshops and roundtables focused on the key content areas impacting nonprofits today. Read More
Free Atlanta Health Care Seminars Set
"Adult Orthodontics? Are You Kidding Me?" is the first in a series of six free spring/summer health care seminars conducted by Atlanta dentist Dr. Peter V. Vanstrom, a national and international lecturer, Thursday April 28 at 6 p.m. Read More
Final Opportunities at The Orchards of Habersham Grove in Cumming
Only six homes remain The Orchards of Habersham Grove. With greatly reduced prices, homebuyers will not want to miss out on this great opportunity! Read More
Redistricting: What's at Stake, How it will Affect Georgia & What's the Role of the Media?
The Atlanta Press Club is proud to partner with the League of Women Voters of Georgia for this special breakfast forum on May 18. Read More
Secretary Janet Napolitano Discusses Homeland Security at Atlanta Press Club
U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Secretary Janet Napolitano, will be the featured speaker at the APC Newsmaker Luncheon on Saturday, May 7 at The Commerce Club. Crawford Media Services is the presenting sponsor. Read More
Moira Forbes of ForbesWoman heads line-up of keynote speakers at Possible Woman April 27
Molly Fletcher is opening keynote, Moira Forbes speaks at lunch, Dr. Joyce Morley speaks after lunch, Emory Mulling is closing keynote. Read More
Central Atlanta Progress Town Hall Meeting on April 28th
Stay connected with Central Atlanta Progress and the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District at our quarterly Town Hall meetings. Read More
Iconic Woodruff Park Fountain Flows Again
The round fountain in Downtown Atlanta's Woodruff Park has been restored to its former brilliance thanks to backing from the City of Atlanta's Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. Read More
Executive Adventure Power Paint
Is your company under fire? Looking for ways to enhance the leadership skills and inter-dependability of your employees and teams? Well look no further, Executive Adventure Power Paint program is the solution for you. Read More
Wines That Rock Raise the Roof at Nikolai's
In honor of Earth Day in April, Nikolai's Roof's monthly wine dinner will present Wines That Rock from the award-winning sustainable Mendocino Wine Company on Wednesday, April 27 at 7 p.m. Read More
HERO to Participate in Annual "Smoke on the Lake" Event in Acworth, GA
The Health and Education Relief Organization (HERO) invites the community to visit its booth at the upcoming "Smoke on the Lake" event, held on Mother's Day weekend, May 6-7. HERO will once again be offering exquisite Haitian art for sale. Read More
About Sales, Inc. Announces Partnership with Stonecrest Homes
About Sales, Inc. is pleased to announce its partnership with Stonecrest Homes, an up-and-coming Atlanta home builder. About Sales Inc. will handle sales for seven of Stonecrest Homes communities. Read More
The Royal Wedding & The 15th Annual Landmark Lunch at Piedmont Park
The Conservancy is set to host 2 major events to support the care and maintenace of brand new Legacy Fountain and the adjoining meadows. Read More
Leading Young Ladies: Helping the Next Generation of Girls Become Leaders
The girls of today are the corporate and community leaders of tomorrow. Join the Atlanta Women's Network and Atlanta Girls School leader Pinney Allen for ideas we can put to work today to shape the future. Read More
Racetrac 'Coffee For a Cause' To Fund Parkinson's Research
Buy a cup of coffee at RaceTrac this week and help RaceTrac raise more than $100K for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. Read More
Number of people killed in the Tornadoes that hit the South: 280
(TIME)
Approximate cost of the first 10 days of U.S. military involvement in Libya: $550 million
Number of correct Final Four bracket entries out of some 5.9 million submitted to ESPN.com's Tournament Challenge: 2
Initial life span of a nuclear power plant: 40 years
Percentage of U.S. electricity currently supplied by nuclear power: 20%
Average game length of a MLB Baseball game: 2:55
Average ticket price of a MLB Baseball game: $26.74
(Time)
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Firefox 4, IE9 and the New Browser Wars
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The movement toward more frequent releases by multiple companies’ means that the ‘browser wars’ are back… in a big way.
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