Goodwill of North Georgia and Atlanta Housing will host a job fair at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, at Roosevelt Hall, 660 Atlanta Student Movement Blvd. S.W. in Atlanta. Employers recruiting candidates in skilled trades, logistics, healthcare, manufacturing and retail will take part in the event, according to a statement. Jobseekers will also have access […]
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Bernice King calls city of Watts documentary a model for community healing
Word is spreading about a documentary that Dr. Bernice King says reflects the kind of healing that can take place in communities everywhere. The project behind “Nothing to See Here: Watts” unfolded over three and a half years and included more than 200 hours of footage. About 200 people were asked to film their lives […]
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King Week global summit convenes leaders to address today’s challenges
A three-day global gathering of panelists discussing peace-building, “countering threats to democracy,” inclusivity, housing and more begins Wednesday as part of a week of events honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The King Center’s Beloved Community Global Summit opens with a welcome reception titled “The Joy of Justice” at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, […]
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Gala supporting Crohn’s and Colitis research raises fundraising goal to $850K
The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation will host its annual gala on Feb. 7 at the InterContinental Hotel in Buckhead, with a fundraising goal of $850,000. The 35th Annual Torch Gala will feature a cocktail reception, seated dinner, a silent and live auction, along with live music and dancing. Proceeds from the event will support efforts to […]
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Bernice King: MLK’s work essential as ‘humanity is under siege’
During a presentation outlining this year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day events, Dr. Bernice King said she believes the “soul of humanity is under siege” in today’s social and political climate. But, nonviolence remains a mandate, she said, along with accountability when injustice arises, and “a commitment to the well-being of all people.” King spoke, […]
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Disability advocate questions College Park’s public comment policy change
A change to College Park’s public comment policy is drawing criticism from the mayor and the leader of a disability justice organization, who say the move is unfair and restricts public participation. As of council’s Jan. 5 meeting, the city no longer accepts emailed public comments, a practice that began in 2020 during the pandemic. […]
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7 stories you may have missed this year
As the year comes to a close, here are seven stories that you may have missed. They raised questions and amplified voices of residents and leaders across Metro Atlanta. The stories ranged from local government accountability to education, faith, culture and housing. A year of scrutiny in College Park Throughout the year, I reported extensively […]
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South Metro leaders keep trail vision alive after loss of federal funding
Officials across south metro Atlanta say that while federal funding is no longer available for a proposed 31-mile multi-use trail connecting the area to the Atlanta Beltline, they remain committed to moving the project forward. The proposed trail network, which includes the Flint River Gateway Trail, generated momentum last year after a promising $64.9 million […]
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Interim city manager promises scrutiny and public input in College Park
College Park Interim City Manager Michael Hicks said he plans to take a more scrutinizing approach to city budgets and spending than previous administrations, and work respectfully with Mayor Bianca Motley Broom. A 2024 council ordinance limiting the mayor’s ability to express opinion on agenda items has also affected working relationships with successive city managers. […]
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Charles Sharper Gala spotlights afterschool sports and wellness program
The Sharper Ball, a fundraiser and gala benefiting The Healthy Youth USA Foundation, will take place Sunday, Dec. 21, at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center. The ball has historically drawn strong support from local and state elected officials, professional athletes, and members of the Sandy Springs community. The gala will feature a live band […]
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Sandy Springs closes year with menorah lighting and farewells
Tuesday was a poignant day for Sandy Springs. The city held its final city council meeting of the year, which also marked the last meeting for three departing council members, including one being honored with a park in his name. Officials also gathered with the community for a menorah lighting to honor the third night […]
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Matching donation assists Atlanta food bank’s goal to distribute 10M meals
The Atlanta Community Food Bank is working to meet its goal of distributing 10 million meals across its service area by Dec. 31. To help push the nonprofit over the finish line, a donor has pledged a $100,000 matching donation, meaning every financial gift made through the end of the year will be matched dollar-for-dollar, […]
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College Park police chief’s resignation comes as deputy’s lawsuit looms
College Park’s latest shakeup in leadership — the resignation of Police Chief Connie Rogers — comes while the city is facing a legal action from her second-in-command. Deputy Police Chief Sharis McCrary, a 22-year veteran of the department, filed a federal discrimination lawsuit against College Park that alleges she was unfairly passed over for the […]
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Holiday toy drive gala spurs community-wide support for children and charities
A holiday tradition that gathers Christmas toys for children and raises money for Atlanta-area charities returns Thursday, supported by a wide circle of community partners, including a restaurant, car dealer, nonprofit leaders, and two young entrepreneurs preparing to open a new eatery. The Mark Carroll and Friends Annual Toy Drive Party will be held from […]
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Bryon Allen to Atlanta entrepreneurs: You are the commodity
Entrepreneurs received master-class advice from some of the most successful people in business during this year’s Hope Global Forums conference. Media mogul Byron Allen was among the headline speakers at the three-day event held at the Signia by Hilton Atlanta. The billionaire urged the crowd of more than 1,000 attendees to know their value. “You […]
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Three metro cities elect new mayors as Sandy Springs incumbent wins fourth term
East Point, South Fulton and Roswell elected new mayors Tuesday night, while Sandy Springs voters chose to keep their longtime incumbent in office. In Sandy Springs, Mayor Rusty Paul secured a fourth term with 69 percent of the vote, defeating challenger Dontaye Carter. Paul was first elected in 2013. In the race for the open […]
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Roswell readies for a mayoral showdown in Tuesday runoff
A mayoral showdown is unfolding in Roswell this week, as residents decide whether to keep Mayor Kurt Wilson in office for another four years or elect challenger Mary Robichaux. The two are facing off in a runoff on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Robichaux said that if elected she would ensure residents have greater input in city […]
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Residents allege doxxing and harassment over comments on community Facebook page
Two College Park residents say they have experienced harassment and intimidation after raising questions on a community Facebook page that has become increasingly contentious amid ongoing tensions between the mayor and members of city council. Residents M.L. Howard and Tracy Morrison say they have been threatened as a result of back-and-forth commenting on the Everything […]
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A College Park community gets creative serving neighbors and challenging city hall
Days before Thanksgiving, College Park residents gathered on Rugby Avenue for a day of true giving in a way that an organizer said reflects a larger movement taking shape in the city. Last Saturday, resident James Walker, along with neighbors across College Park, hosted “Neighbors Table,” a pop-up Thanksgiving event. Held outside Walker’s home, the […]
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Behind Arden’s Garden is a mom’s lifelong passion for healthy drink ‘concoctions’
Arden’s Garden, the Atlanta-born brand known for its juices and plant-based snacks, is marking its 30th year. The milestone is rooted in the vision of its late founder, Arden Zinn. Her fascination with healthy ingredients took shape in the late 1960s, when she experimented each morning in the kitchen, mixing up what Arden called “concoctions” […]
