Top News Stories of the Week on Cascade Patch

Our coverage of President Obama's Morehouse Commencement speech led as the top stories of the week.

Here's a look at the most popular articles on Cascade Patch this week:

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Where's the Cheapest Gas Near Cascade?

You can use this gas price widget to always find the lowest price of the moment. Pro tip: Gas up early this week to save money.

Click here for a full-screen view of the gas price map. If you don't see a map of our local area, click the magnifying glass in the upper right to enter your address. Nationwide, gas prices were predicted to be lower this summer compared to the last three years, but that won't translate into savings at the pump this Memorial Day weekend, experts said. Cheapest gas prices near Cascade tend to be on Fulton Industrial Blvd., and on Campbellton Road near I-285. "Motorists this year are facing rising gas prices heading into the Memorial Day holiday," said Michael Green, a AAA spokesman, adding that Memorial Day 2013 would probably be the most expensive since 2011. In past years, prices have declined heading into early summer as oil refineries …

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Some Criticize President Obama's Message to Black Audiences

One person told the Washington Post that he and others "are beginning to grow weary" of the President talking about taking responsibility when he addresses mostly black groups.

Some people think President Obama needs to have a new message for black audiences. Following the President's commencement address this past Sunday to Morehouse College graduates, the Washington Post published an article in which some criticized him for what they see as lecturing to black audiences about taking responsibility for their lives and communities. What do you think of President Obama's message and tone to predominantly black audiences? Tell us in the comments section below. Among those quoted in the article is Trevor Coleman, who worked as a speechwriter for a former Michigan governor. He told the newspaper that he and others "are beginning to grow weary" of President Obama's admonishments when addressing mostly black groups. …

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Top Blogs: Oklahoma Tornado; Memorial Day; School Budget Basics; & More

See what your friends, neighbors and co-workers have to say on those topics and more.

Do you want to blog on Patch? Send an email to our Community Editor, Hunt Archbold. He'll help you get started!

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Abdullah Rebounds, But K&K Soul Food Flunks Restaurant Inspection

Patch rounds up some recent health inspection scores for restaurants in and around the Cascade and southwest Atlanta communities.

Here are some recent health inspection scores performed by the Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness for restaurants in our community. Readers can click on the score to see the actual report: Abdullah The Butcher House of Ribs 2387 Fairburn Road 5/17/13 Score: 83 Aquarius Lounge 3050 Martin Luther King Drive 5/17/13 Score: 97 Dunkin Donuts 5626 Fulton Industrial Boulevard 5/16/13 Score: 93 K & K Soul Food 881 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway 5/17/13 Score: 69 (A food service establishment that is graded as a “U” and does not earn at least a grade “C” within 10 days of receiving the “U” will be requested to voluntarily close until all violations are corrected and/or have enforcement action taken to suspend or revoke the food service …

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Saturday Graduation Schedule for Douglass, Washington, and Therrell High Schools

Students from the 3 schools will walk across the stage on Saturday, May 25th, 2013.

The hardwork pays off on Saturday as students from Douglass, Washington, and Therrell High Schools will walk across the stage to receive their diplomas. All ceremonies take place at the Atlanta Civic Center, located at 395 Piedmont Avenue, 30308. See the attached APS graduation schedule for the complete list of times.

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The Inaugural MLK Renaissance Festival Kicks-Off This Weekend

The Inaugural MLK Renaissance Festival will bring a number of free hip-hop concerts to the MLK/AUC corridor this weekend.

Get ready to party this Memorial Day weekend with the inaugural MLK Renaissance Festival taking place on the Historic Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, from Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard to Paschal Drive. Saturday, May 25th, 2013 and Sunday, May 26th, 2013 thousands of Atlanta residents will be able to attend a free concert brought to you the by the best in Atlanta. Special Guest Performances will also grace the Super Stage. DJ Holiday of Streetz 94.5 FM will broadcast live both days. Bring the whole family out to this family oriented event. The MLK Jr. Renaissance Festival will celebrate Atlanta’s cultural diversity while providing a setting for multi cultural entertainment and information sharing on topics important to locals such as financial…

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The Cascade Patch Weekender - Get Out!

Cascade Patch offers a variety of choices for your weekend activities.

Once again another long week is coming to an end. Now the weekend is here and you have nothing planned. No worries, Cascade Patch is here to help plan your activities. (NOTE: If you are hosting an event or are an event coordinator, you must submit your event to get it listed in our weekend planner.  It is easy to submit, just go to the Events Page!)

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