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On Thursday, March 27, 2025, Atlanta honored its first female mayor, Shirley Clarke Franklin, by renaming two key landmarks in the city—Central Avenue and Westside Park—to reflect her enduring legacy…
Building Opportunity in Grove Park The City of Atlanta and the Atlanta Urban Development Corporation (AUDC) have received a transformative land gift from Microsoft Corporation that will help create new…
The Atlanta City Council recently took a moment to shine a spotlight on the Department of Watershed Management (DWM), honoring the team for bringing home top awards from the Georgia…
This time last week, Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) took over Atlantic Station, transforming the heart of Midtown into a dynamic showcase of fashion, culture, and creativity. Everyone showed up looking their absolute…
Nearly two months into his role, Dewayne R. Queen, Atlanta’s new Director of LGBTQ Affairs, is making it clear that listening comes first. After officially stepping into the position on…
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Voices of the City
Earlier this week, City leaders, service providers, and more than 120 community volunteers came together overnight at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church to support Atlanta’s 2026…

