By Hannah E. Jones The youngest generation, Generation Z, is serious about protecting the environment. After growing up with rising sea levels, wildfires and animals going extinct, it’s easy to see why. The Atlanta-based Captain Planet Foundation (CPF) has launched a new program to tap into the next generation of climate activists. Planeteer Alliance, which […]
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New charter school Amana Academy West opening on Girl Scouts’ 270-acre natural oasis
By Hannah E. Jones During a typical school day, most kids spend their time inside and under fluorescent lighting. But, just 12 miles west of downtown Atlanta, a new kind of school is in the works — one that spotlights STEM and uses the natural world as a learning aide. Amana Academy West — a […]
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Holocaust survivor Ella Blumenthal at annual remembrance event: “There is always sunshine tomorrow”
By Hannah E. Jones “Holocaust remembrance is not about the past; it is about the future,” said Rabbi Warren Goldstein, the Chief Rabbi of South Africa, during a virtual event honoring those whose lives were taken during the Holocaust. On Sunday, Jan. 23, an Atlanta-based organization called Am Yisrael Chai hosted its annual Holocaust Remembrance […]
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Beyond the Box: A campaign to make university application process more equitable for formerly incarcerated students
By Hannah E. Jones For most, applying to college is a lengthy and, at times, confusing process, but if you’re an applicant who has had encounters with the legal system, some obstacles can feel insurmountable. Luckily, there are folks who want to help. Today, anyone applying to a college within the University System of Georgia […]
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SafeHouse and GSU expand medical care for those without homes
By Hannah E. Jones For folks who don’t have consistent access to shelter or work, accessing quality healthcare can feel like an impossible task. In Atlanta, that applies to quite a few folks. Roughly 3,200 residents are without a home, according to a 2020 report by Partners for Home, and many are forced to make […]
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Plateful.ly: Atlanta’s unique pay-what-you-can meal-kit company
When local chef Hoss Yazdi lost his job during the pandemic and saw many fellow Atlantans struggling financially, he wanted to find a way to help. So, he turned to what he knew best — food. “I wanted to help people who were struggling during this pandemic, and as a chef, the best way I […]
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This year, give the gift of an eco-friendly holiday
The holidays and end-of-year celebrations are a lot of fun — whether you’re visiting with friends and family or getting some much-needed downtime — but the commercialization and grandeur of these traditions can contribute enormous amounts of food and material waste. However, there are ways to enjoy the celebrations while cutting back on your environmental […]
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Holiday Road: A half-mile holiday extravaganza with lights, music, cheer
By Hannah E. Jones After winding down a long, dark road nestled outside the city, the all-encompassing trees open up to a vast landscape filled with dazzling gold, blue, red and green lights. Leave your real-world worries at the door and let Holiday Road transport you into a world reminiscent of holiday films. Co-founders Bobby […]
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Local Daffodil Project’s journey to plant 1.5 million daffodils honoring Holocaust victims
By Hannah E. Jones “How can anyone who remembers stay silent?” The 2004 quote from Holocaust survivor, activist and Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel encapsulates the mission of the Atlanta-based Daffodil Project. The Daffodil Project is an international initiative to plant 1.5 million daffodils in remembrance of the children who lost their lives in the Holocaust. […]
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Most Valuable Kids Atlanta provides city’s youth with free tickets to local events
By Hannah E. Jones When taking a trip down memory lane, seeing your favorite team play or going to a concert with friends or family stands out among the best of times. These are crucial moments, especially as a kid. While these experiences are important, not all families have the means to buy tickets to […]
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IllumiNights at the Zoo: Take a stroll with the larger-than-life animal kingdom
By Hannah Elise Jones From now until mid-January, Zoo Atlanta after sunset is a different world — one filled with over 80 larger-than-life, illuminated animals intermingling with the real-life furry and scaly creatures. President and CEO Raymond King says IllumiNights at the Zoo, a Chinese Lantern Festival, celebrates the natural world and the upcoming holiday […]
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Archive Atlanta podcast sifts through the city’s unknown history
Victoria Lemos is on a search for Atlanta’s least known stories. With an unwavering appetite for history, she produces and hosts the podcast “Archive Atlanta,” which dives into the history of people, places and events that shaped the city. Lemos has always been fascinated in what makes a place unique, and her interest was only […]
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Another era of Underground Atlanta: The city beneath the city
Since Underground Atlanta changed ownership late last year, the folks working there have pushed to re-establish its name and make the underground city a hub of art and entertainment. One key effort is a new initiative adopted in August called the Underground Roots Program, which provides rent-free space to 70 local artists and entrepreneurs along […]
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Haunted Atlanta: A look at the city’s ghostly history
Have you ever lived in an old apartment building where you heard someone call your name, but you were home alone? Or felt a shiver run down your spine and, sure enough, your cat is staring at something that you can’t see? Whether you explain these situations away or know that you saw an apparition, […]
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Sustainable Fashion Week: Dress cute but make it eco-friendly
Thanks to targeted social media ads and brand deals with your favorite celebrities, it can be tempting to buy a new outfit or the latest pair of shoes. But in 2018, around 12,970 tons of clothes and shoes were manufactured, according to the most recent data provided by the EPA. About 9,070 tons, though, ended […]
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East Point resident fills local elections information gap with “East Point Votes”
Who is running for office? What is their stance on issues that matter most to me? These are a few questions that East Point resident Seth Rikard struggled to find an answer to during the 2017 election cycle. While the decisions of local elected officials impact us daily, finding information on the races and candidates […]
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Christopher’s Haven provides low-cost housing for childhood cancer patients and families
After Joyce Duvall’s friend was diagnosed with cancer, he witnessed firsthand the need for housing the families who traveled to help care for their loved ones. That spurred Duvall to help found Christopher’s Haven. The nonprofit provides low-cost housing to childhood cancer patients and their families while they’re receiving treatment. The organization began in Boston […]
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Fighting food insecurity: Local co-ops help increase food access
In two of the state’s most populous counties — Fulton and DeKalb — 11.3 percent and 10.5 percent of residents, respectively, are food insecure, meaning they lack consistent access to food. The issue is persistent in urban and rural areas throughout the state, according to 2019 data from Feeding America. However, local food cooperatives are […]
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Music Heals: A Celebration of Grady with big-name Georgia artists
By Hannah E. Jones The Grady Health Foundation, in partnership with Georgia Music Accord and WSB-TV, is bringing its leaders and some of the state’s most recognized musicians right to your living room. Music Heals: A Celebration of Grady will feature presentations about Grady and its mission, along with performances from CeeLo Green, the Indigo […]
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The Trust for Public Land’s plan to use schoolyards as public parks
Can you walk to a park from where you live? How long does it take to get there? The City of Atlanta has 416 parks, according to the Trust for Public Land. That puts 72 percent of residents within walking distance of a park, higher than the national average of 55 percent, but still leaves 136,058 […]
