Mayor taps former New Haven culture director to lead Atlanta cultural affairs office Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens announced longtime cultural equity leader Adriane Jefferson will take over as the new Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs on Feb. 28. Previously, Jefferson led the cultural affairs department for the city of New Haven, […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: AJC’s new headquarters, Black history paddle trip, APS outperforms in key categories
Two-day paddle trip through Black history planned on Ebenezer-Abercorn Creeks History buffs and paddlers will float side-by-side during Georgia Rivers’ canoe/kayak adventure on Ebenezer and Abercorn creeks in Effingham County set for March 21 to 23. The two-day paddle trip with indoor and camping accommodations at New Ebenezer Retreat Center will explore some 14 miles […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Park cleanup volunteers needed, Spelman honored for DEI efforts, Jack McBrayer coming to Dad’s Garage
Parks and rec department looking for ‘Love Your Park’ volunteers The City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Park Pride, will kick off the month of February by hosting its second annual “Love Your Park” volunteer month initiative. The initiative addresses a compelling need for community building, urban enhancement and active […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: New leadership at Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Foundation, Georgia Rivers offering adventure scholarships, Atlanta Pride sets 2025 festival dates
Leadership changes at the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Foundation The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Foundation has announced several changes to its board of directors: Jeff Steely and Michelle Taylor Willis assume leadership positions as chair and vice-chair; Jacqueline Edwards, Jessica Gellerstedt, Beverly Rice, Blythe Keeler Robinson and Matt Westmoreland join as new members; and Kayron Bearden, Nina […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: President Biden honors SCAD president, former archbishop of Atlanta and first African-American cardinal retires, Goizueta Children’s Experience to open this weekend
SCAD president receives Presidential Citizens Medal Last week, Savannah College of Art and Design president and founder Paula Wallace was honored with the Presidential Citizens Medal by President Joe Biden at the White House. The medal is awarded to American citizens who have performed exemplary service to their country or fellow citizens. The White House […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: ACP history, Trees Atlanta training, Energy to Give event
A history of leadership at Atlanta Committee for Progress Just to make sure Michael Russell, CEO of H.J. Russell & Co., was the first Black person to chair the Atlanta Committee for Progress, I compiled a history of all the chairs and executive directors. The Atlanta Committee for Progress is a powerful compilation of business […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Air Atlanta founder honored, Dickens returns from diplomatic trip to South Africa, Applications open for 96-Hour Opera Project
Air Atlanta founder Michael Hollis celebrated among friends and family The spirit of the founder of Air Atlanta, Michael Hollis, floated throughout a celebratory reception in his honor on Dec. 10 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Midtown. Attendees were celebrating the unanimous vote of the Atlanta City Council earlier this year to rename Concourse […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: New public access to Chattahoochee, DeKalb facilities are lead free, Dogwood dates announced
Trust for Public Land, City of Atlanta open first public access point to Chattahoochee Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens joined Trust for Public Land (TPL) for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony of Atlanta’s first public access point to the Chattahoochee River — Standing Peachtree Greenspace. The Dec. 2 event unveiled an accessible kayak launch, a fully accessible […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: ‘Cirque du Holiday,’ New leadership at Rotary, Tree lighting ceremony at Atlantic Station
Cirque du Soleil returns to Atlanta with a holiday twist Prepare to feel the same holiday magic you did when you were a kid. Cirque du Soleil’s first ever Christmas show, “Twas the Night Before” is making its Fox Theatre debut Friday, Nov. 29 through Sunday, Dec. 15. Based on the classic poem “A Visit […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Spelman receives grant, Former Falcon Mohamed Sanu works for homeless, South Fulton Arts announces 2025 Season
Morehouse School of Medicine associate dean elected to National Academy of Medicine Dr. Priscilla Eyikojoka Pemu, associate dean for Clinical Research at Morehouse School of Medicine, is the newest National Academy of Medicine (NAM) member. The organization addresses critical health, science, medicine and related policy issues and inspires positive actions across sectors. Recognized by NAM […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: SCAD Buzz Bus, Georgia tax votes, Leadership changes at ATL organizations
SCAD’s Buzz Bus delivers joy and creativity to schools in Atlanta, Savannah Last month, the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) hosted art supply donation events for schools in Atlanta and Savannah. In 2010, SCAD founder Jaula Wallace created the SCAD SERVE Buzz Bus to help make high-quality art education possible for thousands of […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Metro Atlanta Chamber leadership, Spelman receives $1M, South Fulton establishes Veterans Committee
Future board leadership of Metro Atlanta Chamber announced The lineup for chairs of the Metro Atlanta Chamber is now set until 2026. In a release, the Chamber announced two new executives will lead the business organization — Ryan Marshall, president and CEO of the PulteGroup, will serve as the 2025 chair; and Rich McKay, CEO […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Friendsgiving at the Fox, Miss City of South Fulton Scholarship, Half a ton of trash removed from Peachtree Creek
Fox Theatre presents inaugural ‘Friendsgiving’ event The Fox Theatre recently announced its first-ever Friendsgiving celebration, A Foxgiving Feast, on Monday, Nov. 18, from 6 to 9 p.m. Guests are invited to gather for an evening filled with friendship, gourmet Thanksgiving-inspired dishes, select wines and more. General admission tickets start at $75 and include access to […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Pride hurricane fund created, State Farm Arena awarded, Hartsfield-Jackson cleans up
U.S. Association of Prides and Atlanta Pride announce Hurricane Solidarity Fund for LGBTQ+ Pride organizers in the Southeast The U.S. Association of Prides (USA Prides) and Atlanta Pride recently announced the creation of the USA Prides Hurricane Solidarity Fund, a national effort to provide immediate, targeted assistance to some of the most vulnerable LGBTQ+ Pride […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Dr. Brown honored, William Cope speaks, Damaged shelter helped
Southface honors Dr. Marilyn Brown with top award Dr. Marilyn Brown, a professor at Georgia Tech who specializes in climate change and sustainability, received the top award given by Southface, an Atlanta-based institute that specializes in green building practices. Brown received Southface’s Argon Award at its Visionary luncheon on Oct. 3 at the Georgia Aquarium. […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Morning of Hope, MSM Community Engagement Day, Hands On Atlanta Week
St. Vincent de Paul’s Morning of Hope A gathering of longtime friends on Sept. 26 celebrated the philanthropic work of St. Vincent de Paul Georgia, an organization that served more than 200,000 neighbors throughout the state in 2023. Dr. Johnnetta Cole, best known in Atlanta as a former president of Spelman College, gave the keynote […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Jimmy Carter to receive Peace Prize, Local schools honored, DeKalb Entertainment Commission launches internship program with music festival
Former President Jimmy Carter to receive Dayton Literary Peace Prize As he is about to turn 100, former President Jimmy Carter learned he would be receiving another Peace Prize on Nov. 9. The Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation has announced its 2024, and the former president will receive the prestigious Ambassador Richard C. Holbrook Distinguished […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Honoring Shirley Franklin, Atlanta as a tech hub, Flint River paddle excursion
Former GE execs discuss Atlanta as a tech hub Jeff Immelt, the former CEO of General Electric, praised Georgia Tech during a talk at the Sept. 16 meeting of the Rotary Club of Atlanta. “Georgia Tech is awesome. You’ve got one of the finest institutions,” Immelt said. “You’ve got to make Georgia Tech have an […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: Tuskegee Airmen Global Academy honored by Apple, APS students named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists, Azúcar Music Festival returns to South Fulton
Southwest Atlanta elementary school earns distinction from Apple On Tuesday, Tuskegee Airmen Global Academy became the first public school in metro Atlanta and the seventh in Georgia to earn the Apple Distinguished School designation from the technology company. Representatives from the software company and Atlanta Public Schools hosted a ceremony to recognize the academy and […]
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Reporter’s Notebook: BBBSMA Invest Fest, SCAD AnimationFest, DragonCon raises over $200k for charity
SCAD AnimationFest honors director, writer Genndy Tartakovsky This week, Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) announced that it will honor animation and entertainment industry legend Genndy Tartakovsky during SCAD AnimationFest from Sept. 26 to Sept. 28. The annual film festival for digital media features sessions with top executives and creatives from Adult Swim, Bad […]
