Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen co-owner, LGBTQ+ advocate Gee Smalls shares his life story in a new audio version of his memoir

Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen co-owner, LGBTQ+ advocate Gee Smalls shares his life story in a new audio version of his memoir

Five years following the release of his memoir “Black Enough, Man Enough: Embracing My Mixed Race and Sexual Fluidity,” Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen and Bar co-owner Gee Smalls released the self-narrated audiobook version for Pride month and Juneteenth. Smalls’ memoir began as a joint endeavor with his husband, Juan, when they went to a writing coach … Read more

6 injured, 1 critically in early morning fire in Framingham – Boston News, Weather, Sports

6 injured, 1 critically in early morning fire in Framingham – Boston News, Weather, Sports

FRAMINGHAM, MASS. (WHDH) – Six people were rushed to the hospital, one of whom is in critical condition, after a fast-moving fire raced through a home in Framingham early Saturday morning, officials said. Crews responding to a reported structure fir on Concord Street around 12:30 a.m. found heavy fire coming from the second floor and … Read more

Rafael Devers explains why he is willing to play first base for the Giants but not the Red Sox – Boston News, Weather, Sports

Rafael Devers explains why he is willing to play first base for the Giants but not the Red Sox – Boston News, Weather, Sports

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Rafael Devers had a consistent mantra when he addressed the Boston media for the first time since his surprising trade from the Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants five days ago. “The past is in the past,” Devers said repeatedly Friday when asked about his time with the Red Sox and why the relationship … Read more

Israel hits Iranian nuclear research facility and says it’s preparing for possibly long campaign – Boston News, Weather, Sports

Israel hits Iranian nuclear research facility and says it’s preparing for possibly long campaign – Boston News, Weather, Sports

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel’s military said Saturday it struck an Iranian nuclear research facility overnight and killed three senior Iranian commanders in targeted attacks, while emphasizing it was preparing for the possibility that the war could turn into a lengthy campaign. Early Saturday, smoke could be seen rising from an area near a … Read more

Dry and Sunny Saturday!

Dry and Sunny Saturday!

Finally a Saturday without rain! It’s a beautiful, but warm start to our first full day of summer. This is before the heat and humidity build tomorrow through Tuesday. That being said, enjoy today! Highs will be in the mid/upper 80s inland. Localized sea breezes should develop keeping temperatures on the coast in the upper … Read more

SCAD students tackle community needs with creativity

SCAD students tackle community needs with creativity

Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) announced that its SCAD SERVE initiative — a program that empowers students, faculty and staff to address community needs throughout Atlanta — had a record-breaking year. According to the college, SCAD SERVE partnered with over 60 charities, foundations, schools, healthcare providers and government agencies across Atlanta and Savannah … Read more

Test your knowledge with the Atlanta News Quiz

Test your knowledge with the Atlanta News Quiz

It’s time to test your knowledge with this week’s Atlanta News Quiz! Click here to play, and please let us know how you do by sharing on Instagram, Facebook, or X @RoughDraftATL. This week’s quiz is sponsored by SCAD. Experience SCAD Like Never Before  ✨ Step into SCADstory, a one-of-a-kind 4D adventure that takes you through the university’s rich … Read more

Okefenokee Swamp saved from mining threat

Okefenokee Swamp saved from mining threat

The Alabama company that planned to mine titanium dioxide next to the Okefenokee Swamp has agreed to sell its property to an environmental fund, ending — for now — a threat to more than 350,000 acres of designated national wilderness that is home to several endangered and threatened species. The land deal announced Friday presents … Read more