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Hannah Jones is a Georgia State University graduate, with a major in journalism and minor in public policy. She began studying journalism in high school and has since served as a reporter and editor for two newspapers. Hannah managed the Arts and Living section of The Signal, Georgia State’s independent award-winning newspaper. She has a passion for environmental issues, urban life and telling a good story. Hannah can be reached at hannah@saportareport.com.
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One year after start of war, Georgia nonprofit continues providing relief for Ukranians in need
HelpingUkraine.us especially focuses on those living in “red zones,” areas along the war front that are most impacted by the war.
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Institute for Georgia Environmental Leadership welcomes 33 local changemakers to its Class of ‘23
The local leaders will deepen their knowledge and strengthen the skills needed to address Georgia’s top environmental challenges.
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Buckhead’s Jackson Fine Art moves into new gallery location
After 33 years at 3115 East Shadowlawn Ave., the team will officially open the doors to their new space later this month.
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St. Patrick’s Parade, longest-running event in Atlanta, returns this weekend
The Parade is marching into its 139th year.
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Fishing4Fun: Free fishing classes offered around metro Atlanta this spring
The first event is at Murphey Candler Park on March 18.
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Rising Voices forum celebrates, educates young voters in Atlanta
The forum featured three panels — Shifting Narratives and Power, Business For Good and Building Long-Term Change.
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Speakers at public comment session overwhelmingly oppose mining plans near Okefenokee Swamp
In addition to its ecological value, the Okefenokee Swamp attracts over 600,000 visitors a year, generating $64.7 million in the four surrounding counties.
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French podcaster, Atlanta actor talk disability representation in media
In an era of non-stop content creation and consumption, disability representation within our media is still severely lacking.
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High Museum unveils “Joseph Stella: Visionary Nature,” a love letter to the natural world
Stepping into the High Museum of Art’s second floor, visitors are transported into a world of vibrant colors and lush blooming flowers.
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Critically endangered North Atlantic right whales continue to face threats during calving season
So far, researchers have spotted 12 calves around the Southeastern aquatic birthing and nursing grounds — far too little to sustain the species.
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CHRIS 180 receives federal grant to increase access to mental health services
When it comes to access to mental health services, Georgia ranks almost last in the nation.
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Goodwill of North Georgia celebrates renovations at West End location
Fifty years after opening its doors for the first time, the store has now reemerged with a revamped look and feel.
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Residents document local bird populations this weekend with the Great Backyard Bird Count
The 2022 count included about 384,641 global participants.
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Scraplanta: Create art, not waste
Scraplanta Creative Reuse is a local nonprofit that encourages sustainability, creative education and artistic expression through the collection and reuse of materials for arts and crafts.
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Atlanta Science Festival brings 150-plus events to 80 locations throughout metro area
Want to touch a human brain, learn the mechanics behind animation or attend the “nerdiest fashion show of the year”? At the Atlanta Science Festival, you can.
