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Khalid Hassan
Khalid Hassan
Reporter · Brunswick, GA
Khalid studied Culinary Arts at the Art Institute of Atlanta before transitioning to food journalism. With 6 years of experience writing for food blogs and local magazines, he brings a unique culinary perspective to Brunswick Current, highlighting the region's vibrant dining scene.
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Keisha Lance Bottoms, a former Atlanta mayor and the Democratic candidate for Georgia governor, speaks to reporters in Atlanta on Sept. 29, 2026. (Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder/TNS) **KFF Health News provided photos must include credit/caption and can only be used with…
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