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From WABE Local News:

DeKalb County is seeking more time to address long-running issues with its sewers, including chronic spills and overflows of untreated sewage into local waterways and neighborhoods. In an April 30 […]

From WABE Politics News:

The 2026 gubernatorial race is taking shape with confirmed and potential candidates. So far, State Sen. Jason Esteves, former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr […]

From the Saporta Report:

The Rollins Center for Language & Literacy is partnering with the University of California and California State University’s leading literacy researchers, led by Dr. Maryanne Wolf and Dr. Laura Rhinehart, to provide expanded coursework for educators focused on serving children with dyslexia. The Rollins Center will be making this content available through their free online […]

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Arts Atlanta:

This past weekend, Flux Projects presented the second iteration of a dance performance in collaboration with Core Dance called Braiding Time, Memory and Water at Tanyard Creek Park. The performance, which unfolded in three parts, sought to reconnect viewers with the natural world through movement and music.  Born out of a collaboration between conceptual artist...

Atlanta Beltline aims to hire ‘transit innovation’ pro to boost mobility Josh Green Wed, 04/30/2025 - 13:16

Just weeks after transit supporters’ hopes for light-rail trains on the bustling Eastside Trail were dashed, Atlanta Beltline Inc. has issued a call for the right executive to come onboard and help shape the future of transit around the 22-mile loop. 

Specifically, the position ABI leaders are looking to create and fill is titled “Vice President of Transit Innovation.”

The role calls for a “visionary and globally minded leader” to take the reins on developing and implementing “cutting-edge, equitable transit solutions across the Atlanta Beltline corridor,” by way of “global best practices and emerging technologies” that help close Atlanta’s equity gap and improve transit access for all neighborhoods, according to the job posting.  

Right now, 85 percent of the Beltline’s mainline trail—that storied 22-mile, multipurpose circle—is either open to the public or actively under construction, with a long-stated goal of being finished by 2030. But not an inch of alternate transportation infrastructure has been built alongside the multi-use pathway. 

Key responsibilities of the Beltline transit executive will include partnering with MARTA, the City of Atlanta, international experts, academic institutions, transportation innovators, public-private organizations, and regional agencies to deliver transit alternatives, per the job description.

Identifying and securing funding sources for transit—including philanthropic partnerships, private-sector investments, and federal grants (good luck right now)—will also be part of the role. 

Asked for insight into exactly what the new position could mean for the city and Beltline moving forward, Beltline reps provided a short statement from Clyde Higgs, Beltline president and CEO. It reads: 

“We are excited for this new opportunity for a Vice President of Transit Innovation to join the more than 60-member team at the Atlanta Beltline,” wrote Higgs. “This critical leadership role will drive the development and implementation of the vision of transit along the 22-mile Beltline loop, helping shape the future of Atlanta.” 

Transit-rich future for the Beltline's Southside Trail? Atlanta BeltLine Inc.

The position calls for at least 10 years of leadership experience in transit planning, public infrastructure, or innovation (with a relevant masters degree preferred). A track record of leading multi-agency initiatives and knack for emerging technologies and international transit delivery models in dense urban environments is also required.

The right candidate will also bring “familiarity with Atlanta’s transportation landscape, the Beltline vision, and community development strategies” to the table, per the posting. 

The broader goal with the executive hire is to weave “world-class, next-generation transit solutions” into the Beltline corridor, according to ABI. What those solutions could entail isn't specified.  

The job posting mentions that keeping transit plans transparent and open to the public will be key to future transit initiatives, to help build public trust and buy-in from stakeholders. 

Higgs urges any interested candidates to apply here. 

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The director’s first time working in Atlanta is going well. :: Nothing comes easily in developing a new musical — and few know that more than Bartlett Sher. The revered Tony Award-winning director has been at the helm of countless high-profile productions over the years, and now he’s at it again with Millions, making its...

From the Saporta Report:

Atlanta’s “The Games in Black & White” Olympic documentary hit silver screens at an April 26 Rialto Center for the Arts premiere with a dual distribution deal via Delta Air Lines’ inflight entertainment and Georgia Public Broadcasting.  The film will air on Delta’s in-flight entertainment system from Sept. 1 to Dec. 31, 2025. It will […]

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From the Atlanta Tribune:

Anteel Tequila, a trailblazing brand in the agave industry, is thrilled to announce its exciting rebrand that captures its innovative spirit and remarkable growth. Since its inception, Anteel Tequila has been dedicated to creating unique, high-quality tequilas that resonate with enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. The Rebrand Highlights: ● A Fresh Visual Identity: The new logo […]

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From the Atlanta Tribune:

“Forever Young – A Tribute to Andrew Young” Gala to Raise Critical funds for Lifesaving Care and Research Planned for May 12, 2025 National Jewish Health, the leading respiratory care hospital in the country based in Denver, Colorado, will join with local Atlanta leaders to host the second Legends of Atlanta gala. This year, former […]

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From WABE Local News:

The City Schools of Decatur (CSD) board is bringing back equity policies after it previously voted to rescind them to comply with a directive from the Trump administration. The Board […]

From the Atlanta Tribune:

Notes First Hundred Days Have Been Matched by Hundreds of Setbacks for Nation NEW YORK, NY (April 29, 2025) — Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of the National Action Network (NAN), issued the following statement to mark the first 100 days of the second Trump administration. In January, as Trump was sworn in at the U.S. […]

The post Rev. Al Sharpton Weighs In On First 100 Days Of Second Trump Administration As It Continues Assault On Dei, Democracy, And Civil Rights appeared first on Atlanta Tribune.

From the Atlanta Daily World:

 Event celebrates Georgia nurses and teachers with a day of activities    Western Governors University (WGU) will celebrate healthcare providers and educators by recognizing their invaluable contributions at the “Heroes & Heartbeats Fest” on Saturday, May 3.     The event – which coincides with Nurses and Teachers Appreciation Week – will take place from 10 … Continued

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From WABE Arts and Culture News:

Musician John McCutcheon has 45 albums, 6 Grammy nominations and has been in the folk music scene for over five decades, showing no signs of stopping anytime soon. The acclaimed […]

From the Atlanta Tribune:

Mercer University will confer an honorary Doctor of Humanities degree to Zelma Redding, Macon civic leader, entrepreneur, founder and president of the Otis Redding Foundation. After Otis Redding’s passing in 1967, as a young mother raising three small children, Zelma Redding earned her high school equivalency degree, enrolled in business classes and mastered the music […]

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From the Atlanta Daily World:

Hosted July 12-15 at Cobb Galleria Centre, Steps from Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta  Tickets Available Now at AllStarGame.com for the Experiential, Interactive Baseball Theme Park Featuring Legends, Mascots, Games, Music, Food, Shopping and more  Major League Baseball and the Atlanta Braves today revealed a first look at Capital One All-Star Village, the league’s experiential fan festival that … Continued

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From WABE Arts and Culture News:

Comedian, actor and self-described “hero living somewhere in Massachusetts,” Eugene Mirman, has probably facilitated some big belly laughs that you might not even know you should thank him for. He’s […]

From the Atlanta Daily World:

The Georgia State Conference of the NAACP is sounding the alarm following credible reports that Kennesaw State University is considering eliminating its Black Studies Program. This deeply troubling possibility—reportedly referenced in an internal university memo—raises urgent concerns about the institution’s commitment to equity, academic integrity, and inclusive education. The Black Studies Program is not merely … Continued

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Arts Atlanta:

Each week, ArtsATL delivers a critic’s short list of the shows, exhibitions, concerts and events we recommend for the coming weeks within one area in the kaleidoscope of Atlanta arts and culture. This week, we offer a look at a few of the many free outdoor music series’ happening this spring and summer in and around Atlanta....

Arts Atlanta:

Few opera singers in the world can handle the enormous demands of Richard Wagner’s Siegfried, but Atlanta Opera has one of the best. Heldentenor Stefan Vinke is triumphant in the title role of Wagner’s Siegfried, continuing through May 4 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. At opening night on April 26, Vinke sounded as...

From the Saporta Report:

I became a member of the Atlanta Tree Conservation Commission (TCC) in 2019. The 2001 Atlanta Tree Protection Ordinance (TPO)  created the TCC to hear appeals of City arborists’ decisions on tree removals.  The TCC hears many appeals involving developers who clear-cut a lot and pay recompense.  Recompense is the amount paid to Atlanta’s Tree […]

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From the Atlanta Daily World:

Cop City officially opened on April 29, 2025 –– over two years behind schedule and at a taxpayer cost of more than double what was originally promised, jumping from $30 million to a reported $67 million. The facility was built despite mass opposition from Atlanta residents, including a multi-year campaign with a wide range of … Continued

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From the Atlanta Daily World:

On Tuesday, April 29, the City Schools of Decatur Board of Education unanimously voted to restore all Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policies with no conditions. They held a special meeting Tuesday afternoon to discuss reinstating those policies. At a meeting earlier this month, board members initially rescinded its equity policy, which was adopted in November … Continued

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From WABE Local News:

In many ways, the ribbon cutting of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center had all the makings of a typical ceremony: government officials, light refreshments and an actual ribbon. But […]

From the Atlanta Daily World:

by Jennifer Porter Gore, Word In Black   Overview: Baltimore’s Group Violence Reduction Strategy is credited for the sharp reductions in crime and could be a model for other cities. On April 29, 2015, when mistrust between Baltimore police and the Black community boiled over after Freddie Gray was fatally injured in the back of … Continued

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Arts Atlanta:

Each week, ArtsATL curates a selection of the most exciting arts and culture events happening in Atlanta this weekend, highlighting nine must-see experiences.  :: Thursday Italian Holiday  Take a musical trip to Italy without ever leaving Atlanta, as Italian conductor Jader Bignamini makes his Atlanta Symphony Orchestra debut with Respighi’s Pines of Rome and Fountains of Rome. Joining Bignamini is...