MARTA intends to replace all of its train cars by 2026 and has asked vendors to provide information on both new cars and the best way to extend the life of the existing fleet until the new vehicles arrive, according to bid solicitations that are due Aug. 30.
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New habitat of tiny turtle found in Brasstown Valley
A new habitat populated by North America’s smallest turtle, the 4 ½ inch long bog turtle, has been discovered in Georgia at the state-owned Brasstown Valley Resort and Spa.
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Fulton County voters to decide fate of proposed tax break that aims to attract good jobs
In hopes of attracting a piece of the thriving internet business, Fulton County’s Board of Commissioners has put a referendum on the Nov. 8 ballot to ask voters if they want to provide a tax exemption on all goods stored in warehouses that are to be sent to internet shoppers.
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South Fork Conservancy adds two directors to bolster creekside trail project
The non-profit organization that builds and connects trails along Peachtree Creek has added two board members, enlarging its capacity to provide trail excursions that are meaningful and healthful.
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Task Force for Global Health to receive 2016 $2 million prize from Hilton Foundation
The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is awarding its 2016 Hilton Humanitarian Prize of $2 million to the Atlanta-based Task Force for Global Health.
The Task Force was selected by a jury for its contributions to improving the health of people living in extreme poverty.
The Task Force for Global Health is the largest nonprofit organization in Georgia.
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Remembering when Atlanta’s highway fight reached an accord 25 years ago
It’s been 25 years since the “compromise” that created Atlanta’s Freedom Parkway.
To mark the moment, dozens of Atlanta’s veteran protesters and citizen activists attended a 25th anniversary reunion on Sunday afternoon at Dellwood Park – part of the Olmsted Linear Park.
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Midtown Alliance advancing east-west connectivity
East-West connectivity through Midtown is improving, with 7th Street opened to two-way travel in July. But the big news is that funding is now largely in place to extend 15th Street from West Peachtree Street all the way to Williams Street.
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As Manuel’s Tavern reopens, regulars return with hugs and smiles
Manuel’s Tavern officially reopened Aug. 6 on its 60th anniversary.
Hundreds of people flocked to the gathering spot and watering hole that has been closed since late 2015 for renovations.
Although the space configuration of the Tavern has slightly changed, the spirit was still the same.
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A temporary reprieve for Engineer’s Bookstore building
For the people who want to save the building that housed the Engineer’s Bookstore, they can celebrate a short-term victory.
The new purchaser of the building has announced plans to tear it down and turn it into a EZ Mart gas station with a food and liquor store.
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Atlanta police hosting analysts involved in federal effort to improve police practices
On the heels of peaceful protests in Atlanta by supporters of the Black Lives Matter movement, a team working with the White House to advance policing practices are visiting Atlanta to talk with the Atlanta Police Department and community stakeholders.
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R.I.P. – an ode to Piedmont Park’s grand magnolia tree
One of the most popular trees in Piedmont Park – a hundred-year-old magnolia tree – toppled over last Friday with its root plate cracked.
The magnolia stood majestically near the bridge between the park’s two lakes. Its low-hanging branching were at a perfect height for climbing, something I loved to do when I was growing up.
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Zenith of AIDS epidemic in Atlanta recorded in photo collection now open at Emory
“Mother, don’t worry. It’s just a virus. I’ll be OK. I always have and I always will be.” So wrote AIDS patient Ricardo M. Llera on a print taken by Atlanta photographer Billy Howard during the height of the AIDS epidemic. A collection from the series Howard created is now open at Emory University.
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Atlanta Regional Commission plans move to Peachtree Center
The Atlanta Regional Commission is planning to move its offices to Peachtree Center from its current home at the Loudermilk Center.
“We are moving to the heart of downtown,” said Kerry Armstrong, chairman of the Atlanta Regional Commission who is also an executive with Pope & Land.
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Dennis Hoffarth (1948-2016) – An unsung Atlanta hero on two wheels
One could measure the impact of Dennis Hoffarth by the dozens of people who showed up at a memorial service for him on Saturday at Atlanta’s Southface.
It had been at least a decade since Hoffarth had lived in Atlanta.
But a resounding theme of people who spoke was how Hoffarth had changed their lives.
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Region’s workforce development plan focuses on healthcare, IT, transportation and logistics
Healthcare, information technology, and transportation are the three industries on which workforce development boards across metro Atlanta intend to focus their efforts over the next five years, according to a draft version of the plan.
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Georgia retains top credit rating in two recent bond sales
Georgia has received top quality credit ratings for a $19.3 million bond it began placing July 20 for the purpose of paying off a debt incurred in 2003 to improve roads and bridges.
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Atlanta’s new parking plan includes 40 percent jump in fines, maybe 1,000 more meters
Atlanta’s plan to fix its parking enforcement system calls for more citations to be issued, providing the city a 40 percent increase in revenue from fines, and possibly the installation of 1,000 additional meters. Some councilmembers are already protesting.
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GSU’s new dean of arts, sciences a linguist also experienced in politics of higher education
The incoming dean of Georgia State University’s College of Arts and Sciences is arriving from the University of Kansas, where her academic research delved into the linguistics of a Native American language spoken in northern Montana and southern Alberta, Canada.
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Fulton County begins court and jail reforms that include helping the mentally ill
Fulton County is beginning a reform of its court and jail systems and expects the efforts will save from $4 million to $8 million a year.
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Rev. Gerald L. Durley honored by Atlanta City Council
Retired Rev. Gerald L. Durley has been formally recognized by the Atlanta City Council for his contributions to the community, including his 25-year tenure as pastor of Providence Missionary Baptist Church.
