Downtown residents, business owners, and other stakeholders recently got a chance to meet with the developers of The Stitch — a greenspace that will cap highways downtown — during an open house. The development will be breaking ground on the first of three phases next year, and the developers wanted to get feedback on how […]
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New book gives narrative perspective of Morehouse College
“The Cross, the Candle, and the Crown” tells the story of Morehouse, one of Atlanta’s historically Black colleges. The book chronicles the history of the all-male institution, from its humble beginnings in a bedroom to the upper echelon of excellence located in the West End. Barksdale, a Morehouse graduate, was asked by former Morehouse president […]
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Saying goodbye to entrepreneur, community leader Alice White Bussey
Mourners from metro Atlanta and beyond paid their final respects to businesswoman Alice White Bussey, 78, Saturday at Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church. The congregation nodded in agreement as those close to Bussey described her as being filled with hope, resilience, and perseverance. “Alice was always going to tell you how she felt about the […]
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Georgia Chamber addresses talent and education needed by 2050 in Future of Talent Summit
Georgia’s workforce will look much different in 2025. That was the message at last month’s Future of Talent and Workforce Preparedness Summit, hosted by the Georgia Chamber of Commerce and the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education (GPEE). The summit gave a perspective on what the state’s workforce would look like 25 years from now […]
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Morehouse celebrates Founder’s Day with groundbreaking of new residence hall
Morehouse launched its 158th anniversary weekend with a groundbreaking of its new residence hall on Friday. “This is a historic moment for the college and, quite frankly, for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) here in Atlanta and around the country because it will be a model of what is possible,” said David Thomas, president […]
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre returns to Atlanta with Judith Jamison tribute
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre is performing its annual visit to Fox Theatre, featuring a special salute to former Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison, who passed away last year. From Feb. 12 to 16, the company will pirouette across the stage with a performance celebrating the 25th anniversary of Choreographer Roland K. Brown’s “Grace.” […]
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How canceling DEI at Target got them canceled
At the beginning of February, social activists and influencers decided to stand against Target after the retailer decided to restructure its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy. Target said in a statement that it is concluding its three-year DEI goals and its Racial Equity Action and Change (REACH) Initiatives to accelerate action in key areas, […]
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Funeral arrangements announced for man killed during encampment demolition
A celebration of life for the man who died during an encampment cleanup on Jan. 16 will be held near the location where he passed away. On Feb. 3, the family and friends of Cornelius Taylor will say their final goodbyes at his funeral at Ebenezer Baptist Church at 11 a.m. The church is a […]
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FICO hosts competition introduces Morehouse students to Fintech careers
The data analysis company FICO wrapped up its semester-long contest with Morehouse College computer science students to encourage a more diverse future in data science. They taught students how to use AI software to design detection models banks could use to fight fraud. To promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in data science, The FICO […]
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CAU choir goes viral before holiday concert
During Thanksgiving break, what started as a pre-performance warmup ended in a social media video that went viral for the Clark Atlanta University Choir’s Philharmonic Society ensemble. Co-choir director Reggie Gibson didn’t know that one of his students was recording the warmup to add content for their social media platforms, which captured the choir’s vocal […]
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Spelman’s interim president addresses Helene Gayle’s resignation after leave of absence
Spelman College announced that its president, Dr. Helene Gayle, will not return after taking a leave of absence in October. Interim President Roz Brewer recently provided a video statement announcing the new developments. “I joined the trustees in extending my gratitude to Dr. Gayle for her service to this amazing institution,” Brewer said. She did […]
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How a trip to Ghana helped me connect to my ancestors
By Allison Joyner Hi! I’m Efua Dzimafo! It has been one month since I returned from my trip to Ghana, and I am still embracing the experience of being on the same land where my pre-enslaved ancestors once flourished. My 10-day expedition was organized by The Global Intent (TGI), a group travel agency that creates […]
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Atlantans reflect on relationship with Quincy Jones after death
When the world lost musician and record, film, and television producer Quincy Jones earlier this month at the age of 91, the ones who loved and worked with him felt his absence immediately. Jones died on Nov. 4 at his Southern California home surrounded by his family. “Tonight, with full broken hearts, we must share […]
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Willis thanks Fulton County voters for election win
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis will remain in office for another four years. Willis said that she is thankful to voters in Fulton County for trusting her to continue her work and will continue to seek justice for the community. “Fulton County, thank you for trusting me with the honor of serving as your […]
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Booker T. Washington High School celebrates centennial anniversary, senior recognition ceremony
Georgia’s first high school for African Americans celebrated its 100th anniversary on Tuesday with an assembly honoring the class of 2025. On Sept. 24, 1924, the school, named after the first president of Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University), Booker T. Washington (BTW) High School, became the only public secondary school for Black students in Georgia. […]
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ABL celebrates Ashby Street Theater redevelopment with ribbon-cutting ceremony
The Atlanta Business League (ABL) kicked off the first phase of the renovation project of the Ashby Street Theater with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. ABL members, community leaders and neighbors gathered at its Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive office to celebrate the redevelopment of a neighborhood landmark almost 25 years in the making. The 300-seat venue […]
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Kenyan-based retail store opens first U.S. boutique at Atlantic Station
Clothing retailer Vivo Fashion Group is expanding its fashion and lifestyle brand to the U.S., making Atlanta its first market. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Vivo is East Africa’s largest ladies’ department store. Not only do they provide the region with trendy styles, they are also seeking to to create economic opportunities in the continent through […]
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New APS superintendent wants to build a ‘culture of excellence’ within the school system
The new superintendent of Atlanta Public Schools, Bryan Johnson, was inaugurated on the first day of the new school year and is ready to work with teachers, students, parents, and the Atlanta Board of Education to help them get off to a great start. Earlier this year, Johnson was announced as the sole finalist for […]
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Praises and jeers from Georgia: Politicians react to Biden withdrawing from presidential race
When Joe Biden announced yesterday that he had decided not to run for a second term, political leaders who represent the great state of Georgia had a mixed reaction to the 46th president’s decision. “It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President. And while it has been my intention […]
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CAU partners with Harvard to support future HBCU presidents
A strategic collaboration with Clark Atlanta University (CAU), the Harvard Graduate School of Education and the Legacy of Slavery Initiative is committed to increase access for professional development to fellows at the Executive Leadership Institute (ELI). The partnership underscores a shared commitment to cultivating and empowering the next generation of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) […]
