It stands to reason that if we forgot to hold an election, it would be a race for a seat on the Public Service Commission. That’s not exactly what has happened in Georgia, but it’s too close for comfort.
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Reporter’s Notebook: First Amendment Foundation celebrates Mary Margaret Oliver, Southface Institute gets $5.87M to aid nonprofits’ energy-efficiency upgrades, Official Opening of Station Soccer at East Lake MARTA Station
First Amendment Foundation celebrates Mary Margaret Oliver Transparency in government was on the menu at the Georgia First Amendment Foundation’s 21st Charles L. Weltner Freedom of Information Celebration on Oct. 26 at the Emory Conference Center. The highlight of the evening was Georgia Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver being honored with the 2023 Weltner Freedom of […]
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Corporate Volunteer Council (CVC) of Atlanta IMPACT Awards highlights stand out companies for innovation and outcomes
By Cheryl Kortemeier, Executive Director of the Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta. When businesses take time to understand social needs and allocate dollars, skills, services, and products to help solve problems and influence positive change, everyone benefits. If your workplace is considering a community investment strategy, it is beneficial to learn about where and how […]
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Plant Vogtle: Time for reform
As we know, Georgia is the only state in the nation building a nuclear power plant. On July 3, Plant Vogtle’s Unit 3 entered commercial operation after 13 years of construction. Georgia Power and the Georgia Public Service Commission (GA PSC) have been active in promoting this milestone as important for Georgia and an accomplishment […]
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The Same House annual Beloved Benefit raises $8.8M for Atlanta charities
The Same House, an Atlanta-based community services movement, held its annual Beloved Benefit at the Georgia World Congress Center and raised $8.8 million in a matter of minutes to support the work of local Atlanta non-profit organizations. Maria Taylor and Chris Tucker hosted the event as local Atlanta change-makers, CEOs, and leaders gathered around for […]
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Theater can be financially viable and serve the greatest community needs
This summer there’s been a steady stream of articles about American theaters in jeopardy, with headlines like “Theater Is in Freefall” (Washington Post) and “American Theater Is Imploding Before Our Eyes” (New York Times). Prestigious theaters around the country are pausing and terminating programs and laying off staff. Meanwhile, my theater company is booming. Out […]
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Gov. Brian Kemp gives his first talk to Atlanta Rotary since becoming governor
During his first talk to the Rotary Club of Atlanta since he was elected governor in 2018, Gov. Brian Kemp evaded the question about whether he would be running for the U.S. Senate in 2026.
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Atlanta architects Scogin and Elam donating their talents to MOCA’s new home
Two world-renowned architects (a husband and wife team) – Merrill Elam and Mack Scogin – are giving back to the city where they learned their craft.
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SaportaReport celebrates 14 years — thanking our friends, sponsors and contributors
It’s amazing we’re still here. Back in February 2009, I launched SaportaReport.com as sidekick platform so I could weigh in on civic issues.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Atlanta Child Murders memorial, antenna dissonance and more
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Why don’t they vote anymore?
The leadership of the Georgia House and Senate now exercise complete control of what gets a vote. Issues that may be popular with the voters often fail to even get a vote in committee, much less on the floor. If a bill gets to the floor for a vote, amendments are severely restricted, and there […]
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Tom Fanning passes baton to Chris Womack at Southern Co. annual meeting
The Southern Co. annual meeting Wednesday marked a historic transition as Chris Womack became the utility company’s CEO, succeeding Tom Fanning, who will continue to serve as its executive chairman. “Having grown up in southern Alabama in the 1960s and to stand where I am today is a very humbling experience,” said Womack, a subtle […]
Posted inSecuring Atlanta's Future, Thought Leadership
YWCA of Greater Atlanta welcomes eleven inductees to its Academy of Women Achievers
The YWCA of Greater Atlanta team is gearing up for its Salute to Women of Achievement ceremony later this week — an annual event recognizing women who excel in their professions, and are committed to the YW’s mission to empower women and eliminate racism. The inductees are honored for their work within corporate, philanthropic, government, […]
Posted inPeople, Places & Parks, Thought Leadership
Generational Wealth Building Opportunities for BeltLine Homeowners
By Michael Davis, Atlanta BeltLine Partnership Deputy Executive Director My fondest childhood memories are rooted in experiences in my family home. It was a familiar, safe place where I felt connected and belonged. Growing up in south Dekalb, home meant holidays, Sunday dinners, and everyone playing sports in our front yard. My mother lives there […]
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Postsecondary advising and exposure are more important than ever
By Taylor Ramsey, executive director, OneGoal Metro Atlanta Last week OneGoal Metro Atlanta hosted our second Student Summit at Clayton State University where 500 OneGoal juniors and seniors from across the metro area came together for a day of inspiration, connection and empowerment as they pursue their postsecondary goals. During this day, students have the […]
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Greed ain’t good: An honest reckoning is long overdue
by Guest Columnist DAVID KYLER, co-founder and director of the Center for a Sustainable Coast. “The point is, ladies and gentlemen, that greed, for lack of a better word, is good. Greed is right, greed works. Greed clarifies, cuts through, and captures the essence of the evolutionary spirit. Greed, in all of its forms — […]
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BGCMA ‘Rising Together’ campaign gets $10 million boost from Whitehead Foundation
By Maria Saporta Thousands of children in our region will benefit from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta’s $27.5 million capital campaign – which has received a $10 million grant from the Joseph B. Whitehead Foundation – part of the Robert W. Woodruff family of foundations. The thrust of the “Rising Together: More […]
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Plant Vogtle is almost complete — time to celebrate?
By Guest Columnist PATTY DURAND, president and founder of Cool Planet Solutions and a candidate for the Georgia Public Service Commission District 2. As spring approaches, so does the in-service date for Plant Vogtle’s Unit 3, the first of two nuclear reactors under construction in Georgia, and the only nuclear plant under construction in the […]
