By Gregg Simon, Senior Vice President of Economic Development, Metro Atlanta Chamber As we move forward into a new decade, it is a perfect time to reflect on the economic state of metro Atlanta. Our region continued to enjoy significant economic growth in 2019 across our 29-county metro, across multiple industries. Before highlighting success stories, […]
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Resolutions for a Warm Winter and a Cool Summer
By Alex Beasley, Donor and Public Relations Manager, Trees Atlanta Talk of politics and climate change inundate our daily lives. If it feels like hope is lost, you’re not alone, but you can make a difference on an individual and community level. Collectively, we can create positive change for future generations. As you make your […]
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University of North Georgia fall commencement
More than 800 University of North Georgia graduates participated in the Dec. 14 ceremonies at the Convocation Center on UNG’s Dahlonega Campus. Additionally, 20 members of the Corps of Cadets commissioned into the U.S. Army or Army National Guard as second lieutenants.
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Filling empty stockings and empty backpacks
By Lauren Jeong, program associate, Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Each holiday season, Empty Stocking Fund sets up “Santa’s Village,” where Atlanta families that qualify for public assistance can shop for toys for their children. But what some may not realize is that Empty Stocking Fund works all year to help children and families. Recognizing […]
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Kids in Clayton get books, bears just in time for the holidays
Stranger Things star reads to children at Clayton County Learning Spaces site Dec. 12 By Bradley Roberts You wouldn’t expect to see 125 bears in one day, but stranger things have happened. Four days a week, children in Clayton County head to different library branches across their community, and each Thursday they go to the […]
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Georgia Political Primer
By Dentons Despite the absence of state and federal elections this year in Georgia, political theater has been active in our state of late and will be heating up even more in the next few weeks. This political primer will quickly catch you up on the latest Georgia political news in anticipation of Dentons’ Georgia […]
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ADL Concert Against Hate at Coca-Cola Roxy
On November 14, ADL Southeast’s inaugural ‘Concert Against Hate’ took place in the beautiful Coca Cola Roxy. Featured acts included Galactic with Anjelika Jelly Joseph, Killer Mike as the emcee, and Mereba along with supporting acts like Atlanta Drum Academy and Atlanta Public Schools students. Chaired by Liz Price of Alston and Bird, and CJ […]
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United Way program aims at increasing reading proficiency through access to books
By Bradley Roberts, United Way of Greater Atlanta. Reading is our foundation for learning. Reading is a crucial academic skill and reading proficiently by the end of third grade can make or break a child’s educational development — beyond third grade, children stop learning to read and instead begin reading to learn. An inability to […]
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Economic Development Council Talks Vision for Midtown
By Metro Atlanta Chamber Atlanta never stops rising. From the thriving business ecosystem to the ever-evolving and diverse neighborhoods, Atlanta remains a top destination for innovation, economic development and emerging talent. In November, the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s Economic Development Council gathered to discuss recent developments in the growing Midtown neighborhood. The council hosted executives with […]
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Nature for All – Atlanta
By Adriana Garcia, Nature Accessibility Advocate Over the next 20 years, Atlanta faces significant challenges: a growing population, tensions between new development and the need to preserve trees and urban greenspaces, and climate change. As the city grows denser, articulating and implementing a strong city planning framework that prioritizes urban ecology (a.k.a. nature) is critical […]
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YMCA of Metro Atlanta Works with Local Partners to Give Thanks for a Compassionate Community
Dean Rusk YMCA Early Learning Center, part of the YMCA of Metro Atlanta, recently partnered with University of West Georgia (UWG) and Family Service Assistants to meet the needs of local families during the holidays. More than 140 people attended the Y’s Family Day where UWG faculty and students equipped parents with tools to facilitate […]
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Beyond the numbers…Income
By S. Kelley Henderson, Chief Executive Officer, Action Ministries According to recent headlines from popular business sites, the United States is currently experiencing the longest period of economic growth in history at over 122 months. The last stretch of similar proportion was from March 1991 – Mar 2001 (CNBC). This expansion has created wealth, jobs, […]
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Thankful for the Little Things that Lead to Results
By Mary Beth Jordan As the year draws to a close, it’s customary to reflect on the year’s milestones, successes and challenges while setting goals for the coming new year. As the Chair of the Board of Trustees for The Nature Conservancy in Georgia, I am particularly grateful to support work that preserves and protects […]
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Partners Advancing Student Success keeps kids equipped for success through supply closets
By Nikonie Brown, marketing administrative assistant, Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta recently completed its annual General Operating Support grant cycle, awarding more than $1.9 million to 21 nonprofit organizations through a competitive analysis and review process. Here we highlight one of the organizations that received a grant. Partners Advancing […]
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Nature on Your Terms: Envisioning a Chattahoochee River that is Accessible to Everyone
By Walt Ray, Director of the Chattahoochee River Program with The Trust for Public Land On a recent sunny afternoon, a group of people with disabilities riding in motorized wheelchairs joined over a dozen members of the visually impaired community and their families to enjoy a nature walk and birding experience along the Chattahoochee River. Walk […]
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2019 Atlanta Metro Export Challenge Crowns Top Three Grant Winners, Kicks Off 2020 Program
By Metro Atlanta Chamber Metro Atlanta is a global region, home to some of the most well-known international brands and game-changing innovators. The Atlanta Metro Export Challenge (MEC), powered by the Metro Atlanta Chamber, boosts this reputation by providing financial support and mentorship to companies looking to grow their global presence. This month, the MEC […]
