One of the most sought-after attributes in our fast-paced, never enough time lives is convenience. As with the mousetrap, create something truly convenient and the world will beat a path to your door. The microwave oven, overnight shipping and drive-thru windows come to mind and, if you think about it, you’d probably agree with the […]
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Considering what’s really lost by removing 35 trees at historic Roswell site
The removal of 35 specimen trees from Roswell’s Mimosa Hall has stirred deep emotions. Some of the trees, believed to be as old as 150 years, were cleared to make way for the redevelopment of the grounds and the Founders Park project. Roswell plans to add 12 new native trees as part of a native […]
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Fayette middle schooler wins state civics bee, eyes $50K national prize
A middle school student from Fayette County has won the Georgia State Finals of the National Civics Bee and will advance to the national championship competition in Washington, D.C. this fall. Kaden Jawwaad, a student at Bennett’s Mill Middle School, topped nearly two dozen participants in the state finals, earning a $1,000 prize. The competition […]
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Condemnation of Chelsea Gardens apartments spark residents’ fear and outcry
Chelsea Gardens apartment residents continue to plead for help as they face eviction from their homes. Residents spoke out for the second time at Monday’s College Park City Council meeting. During public comment, resident Dontavious Moore said workers are tearing apart unoccupied units while residents are still living in nearby apartments. Water service interruptions have […]
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Woman-owned motorcycle dealership to hold open house and stunt show Sunday
Motorcyclist Candy Hunter enjoys the thrill of the open road and says she is steering one of the largest independent motorcycle dealerships in the world. As owner of WOW Motorcycles in Marietta, Hunter is forging a path in a male-dominated industry. Last year, Hunter bought WOW Motorcycles from Guido Adriaessens, who founded the business in […]
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Roswell OKs $15M deal for parking deck to keep Canton Steet a destination
Roswell has signed a construction team to build its long-anticipated parking deck, which is part of an effort to keep pace with neighboring cities in attracting dining and entertainment. The north Fulton City awarded a nearly $15 million contract to Winter Construction to build the Green Street Parking Deck. The triangular site is located at […]
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Celebrated chef retires to pursue first love: painting, drawing
Gerry Klaskala has been one of Atlanta’s most celebrated chefs for decades. He’s been the creative force behind such restaurants as Canoe and Buckhead’s Aria. Now, after 25 years at Aria’s helm, he’s trading his chef’s whites for a paintbrush. “It’s time,” the chef and restaurateur said. “It’s been a great, great ride. I’m satisfied.” […]
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‘Ragtime: The Musical’ is Sandy Springs theater company’s biggest production
City Springs Theatre Company brings its own production of “Ragtime: The Musical” to the stage this week. The musical is set in New York City during the turn of the century, with fictional and real people from history as characters. The storyline weaves the lives of three very different families, including a “stifled” upper-class housewife, […]
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Like ’em or not, data centers bring revenue government leaders say
Local government and business leaders say data centers are a central part of conversations on economic development in south Metro Atlanta. With big tech companies expected to invest $320 billion in artificial intelligence in 2025, there’s an increasing need for data centers, and that means revenue for the tax base. During the South Metro Development […]
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MARTA hears questions and concerns around bus network redesign
MARTA is hosting the final virtual and in-person meetings this week in a series of public engagement sessions about the draft plan for the agency’s NextGen Bus Network. The new network will triple the number of residents with access to bus service at least every 15 minutes, improve transit options for communities of color and […]
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Political disrupter Marianne Williamson shares why love can save the nation
Political and spiritual activist Marianne Williamson remains unwavering despite not reaching her goal in two separate runs for U.S. President (2020 and 2024) and an unsuccessful race to become chair of the Democratic National Committee. During those campaigns, and now, she is calling upon people — from politicians to everyday working men and women — […]
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East Point parents cite unfair process in plan to close elementary school
The Fulton County School Board approved the first reading of motions Thursday to permanently close two elementary schools. Despite great pushback from families, Superintendent Mike Looney supports closing Parklane Elementary in East Point and Spalding Drive Elementary in Sandy Springs. Looney says the system can save money by closing the schools that operate in outdated […]
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Johns Creek Symphony concert to honor the many aspects of heroes
The Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra will honor multidimensional aspects of heroes during a concert at Mount Pisgah Church on Sunday. Guest Conductor Henry Cheng says the hero exists in individuals, communities, and as a global humanity. Cheng is the conductor of the Ballet Indiana Symphony Orchestra and the former chief conductor of the Klangkraft Orchestra […]
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Airport District CVB adds new member to its team
The ATL Airport District Convention and Visitors Bureau has hired a new sales manager to help promote the ATL Airport District as a premier meeting and sports destination. The CVB is the destination marking organization for College Park, Hapeville and Union City. Jamal Brown joined the organization in December, according to his LinkedIn page, and […]
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Concert celebrates producer Milt Gabler with classic songs, Billy Crystal
Jazz pianist Joe Alterman will lead a musical tribute to legendary record producer Milt Gabler this weekend, performing classic songs and sharing a virtual conversation with the late music executive’s nephew Billy Crystal. The Sunday event is part of the Jewish concert and culture series Neranenah. It will take place Sunday at 7 p.m. at […]
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New midtown tapas bar and restaurant goes beyond good food, owner says
Yann de Rochefort wants his Spanish tapas bar and restaurants to satisfy not only the palate but the heart and spirit of his patrons, too. The New York-based restaurateur opened Boqueria in Colony Square on Tuesday. It’s the 11th location of the Barcelona-inspired eatery. De Rochefort said Atlanta’s restaurant scene and the midtown location are […]
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Battle against school closures expected to heat up at board meeting
A Tuesday work session of the Fulton County School Board is expected to be packed with parents and elected officials who object to the permanent closure of two elementary schools. Board members will discuss staff recommendations to permanently close the two elementary schools located in Sandy Springs and East Point. The meeting will take place at […]
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Potential elementary school closure would have ripple effects, parents say
Fulton County Schools completed a series of community meetings on Monday regarding potential elementary school closings. Since September, school district officials have listened to parents’ comments rejecting plans to permanently close Spalding Drive Elementary in Sandy Springs and Parklane Elementary in East Point. Officials cite decreased enrollment and aging buildings. The question now is if […]
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Parents continue to push-back on Fulton’s planned school closures
Fulton County Schools will hold its final community meeting Monday on redistricting and the possible closure of two elementary schools due to aging buildings and a low number of students across the district compared to school building capacities. Spalding Drive Elementary in Sandy Springs and Parklane Elementary in East Point are being considered for permanent […]
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Documentary spotlights students protesting Fulton Schools during desegregation
At the end of a Fulton County Schools documentary on Eva L. Thomas High School, a former student sums up the wounds created by segregation and desegregation, which led to the fight to keep the College Park school open in the late 1960s. Black communities adapted when forced into segregation and made it a way […]
