A Fulton County Superior Court judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by three residents who are fighting the building of a lithium-ion battery storage facility project that abuts their neighborhood. The residents are considering an appeal. Attorney Linda Dunlavy filed the lawsuit last October on behalf of South Fulton residents Carmen Miller, Steven Mack and […]
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‘Ragtime: The Musical’ is Sandy Springs theater company’s biggest production
City Springs Theatre Company brings its own production of “Ragtime: The Musical” to the stage this week. The musical is set in New York City during the turn of the century, with fictional and real people from history as characters. The storyline weaves the lives of three very different families, including a “stifled” upper-class housewife, […]
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Georgia lawmakers, Atlanta leaders say they’re ready for civil rights fight
Hours before President Donald Trump’s address to Congress on Tuesday, Georgia lawmakers, civil rights and faith leaders, as well as representatives from labor unions and advocacy groups, said they are united in a fight to protect people from discrimination. The leaders were gathered at the Capitol for a press conference and to voice their support […]
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Activist to hold discussion on data centers as Union City delays town hall
A Union City town hall to address residents’ concerns about data centers is being rescheduled, according to the city. A statement said that officials expected a crowd that would be too large for The Union City Gathering Place, where the event was to be held. The event was scheduled for Thursday, but residents will still […]
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South Fulton councilwoman launches campaign for controversial mayor’s seat
South Fulton Councilwoman Carmalitha Gumbs launched her campaign for mayor on Sunday. Gumbs has served on the city council since South Fulton’s first election in 2017. She announced her candidacy during a time that Mayor Khalid Kamau is under scrutiny for alleged “unauthorized use of city resources” and was temporarily barred from city hall in […]
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Airport concessions started by Herman J. Russell and friends celebrate 45 years
Employees of Concessions International, the food and beverage management firm at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, were showered with appreciation during a luncheon celebrating the company’s 45th anniversary. The event was held in the Ocean Ballroom of the Georgia Aquarium on Wednesday. Current and former employees, retirees, and staff who work at airports in such cities as […]
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Questions remain over Carter Library’s move to cancel book events amid D.C. politics
The relocation of three book events that were scheduled to take place at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library continues to raise questions on whether the change was made due to the content of the books and influenced by the National Archives and Records Administration in Washington D.C. A staff person at the Carter Presidential Library, […]
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Businessman launches think tank to empower Black neighborhoods in Atlanta
A new think tank is launching Friday, Feb. 28, to address economic disparity, redevelopment and other issues facing residents in Black neighborhoods across the city of Atlanta, said founder Joe Hudson. He formed the nonprofit BlacIntellec, which will hold a panel discussion on the initiative at 1 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church on how […]
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Parents explore legal action against Fulton and move to form charter school
Sandy Springs parents who formed a committee last fall to save Spalding Drive Elementary are not giving up their fight. They have taken steps to form a charter school. Separately, the parents are consulting an attorney on the possibility of obtaining a temporary restraining order against Fulton County Schools to pause the process for the […]
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Political figures turnout for British Consulate General’s Black History event
A special Black History Month event was held Wednesday by the British Consulate General Atlanta and The Empowerment Workshop. British Consul General Rachel Galloway hosted an intimate setting of more than 60 guests at her residence. The evening featured Rita Daniels, the great-great-great grandniece of Harriet Tubman. Tenor soloist Timothy Miller, who has performed with […]
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Like ’em or not, data centers bring revenue government leaders say
Local government and business leaders say data centers are a central part of conversations on economic development in south Metro Atlanta. With big tech companies expected to invest $320 billion in artificial intelligence in 2025, there’s an increasing need for data centers, and that means revenue for the tax base. During the South Metro Development […]
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Political disrupter Marianne Williamson shares why love can save the nation
Political and spiritual activist Marianne Williamson remains unwavering despite not reaching her goal in two separate runs for U.S. President (2020 and 2024) and an unsuccessful race to become chair of the Democratic National Committee. During those campaigns, and now, she is calling upon people — from politicians to everyday working men and women — […]
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Kids, parents put Fulton in conundrum over possible elementary school closures
Next week, the Fulton County School Board will finally vote on the possible closure of Parklane Elementary in East Point and Spalding Drive Elementary in Sandy Springs. The closures would be due to the cost of operations, declining enrollment and old buildings, officials say. Spalding Drive Elementary opened in 1966 and Parklane Elementary opened in 1953. […]
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Niece of Harriet Tubman shares insight on historic figure in new book
Rita Daniels was in elementary school when she learned that she is a great-great-great grandniece of Harriet Tubman. The abolitionist who helped free hundreds of men and women is now an icon in American History. Tubman grew up enslaved on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. As a free woman, she spent the last 50 years […]
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Historic marker honors Black-owned Citizens Trust Bank and its legacy
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and city council members were in attendance for a historical marker dedication on Wednesday at Citizens Trust Bank. The Georgia Historical Society and Citizens Trust Bank erected the marker. In 1921, Herman E. Perry, James A. Robinson, Thomas J. Ferguson, W. H. King and Henry Dugas — who became known as […]
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DEI watchlist is the latest unraveling of truth and norms
For some, the U.S. feels upside down lately. The unraveling of policies has organizations and the public waiting to see which way is up. A crime no longer appears to be a crime when it comes to Jan. 6. Refugees were met with compassion and humanitarianism by the U.S. less than a month ago. Now […]
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Journalist pens book on communist aunt’s organizing for working men and women
Award-winning journalist Dave Schechter’s research on how his late aunt became a leader in the Communist Party in the 1920s has been published in a new book. Schechter’s book on Amy Schechter, “A Life of the Party,” blends the historical record of her activities with narrative fiction. Schechter will discuss her life during a book […]
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College Park asked to host Nigerian queen consort
Georgia officials will welcome the Queen Consort of Warri, Nigeria in March. State Rep. Kim Schofield has asked College Park to host a dinner honoring Olori Atuwatse III on March 11 at the Georgia International Convention Center. Schofield made the request during the public comment period at the College Park City Council meeting on Monday […]
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Georgia Power plan to meet demand for data centers criticized
Georgia Power foresees an increase in demand over the next six years and projects 8,200 megawatts of electrical load growth, plus an increase of more than 2200 MWs during peak demand. In its 2025 Integrated Resource Plan, filed on Friday with the Georgia Public Service Commission, the company proposes continued investments in existing power plants. […]
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Trump decisions leave future uncertain for nonprofit and 200 staff
President Donald Trump’s decision to rescind order to freeze federal aid allows a small pot of funds for nonprofits such as Inspiritus, which provides support for adults and children who are escaping violent situations locally. But, there is still a massive need for foreign refugees turning to the organization for help, CEO said John […]
