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On March 20, the City of Atlanta marked a historic milestone with the ribbon-cutting of Red’s Farm Preserve—the city’s first official urban farm. Founded in the 1990s by Brian “Farmer…
First launched while Mayor Andre Dickens was a city councilmember, the program has grown into a cornerstone initiative for youth engagement, violence prevention, and community connection. It now plays a…
Camp Best Friends, one of Atlanta’s longest-running and most cherished summer programs, is back for its 44th season, offering a citywide experience filled with connection, creativity, and community. Running from…
In the heart of Midtown, a new kind of creative space is changing the way stories are told—by and for the culture of Atlanta. Collab Studio ATL, a 7,500-square-foot members-only…
Atlanta’s Momentum: Mayor Dickens Highlights Progress on Housing, Safety, Infrastructure, and Equity
In just a short time, Atlanta has achieved milestones that are reshaping the city’s future—and at the heart of it all is a commitment to equity, growth, and sustainability. Mayor…
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Atlanta’s Momentum: Mayor Dickens Highlights Progress on Housing, Safety, Infrastructure, and Equity
In just a short time, Atlanta has achieved milestones that are reshaping the city’s future—and…

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On Thursday, March 27, 2025, Atlanta honored its first female mayor, Shirley Clarke Franklin, by…
The “Atlanta Says NO MORE: Together We Can End Domestic Violence” campaign, launched in July…
Invest Atlanta is addressing food insecurity in Atlanta by allocating $2.5 million in funding to…
The City of Atlanta is going all-in on Earth Month this April, with a full…
Atlanta Police officers from Zone 6 heroically rescued multiple residents from a house fire on Hill St. SE, risking their lives to ensure everyone made it out safely. Their swift, courageous response prevented tragedy and demonstrated true commitment to public safety.
The 48th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival returns to Piedmont Park Memorial Day Weekend, May 24–26, 2025, featuring three days of world-class jazz, food, culture, and community—free and open to the public.
Atlanta’s Momentum: Mayor Dickens Highlights Progress on Housing, Safety, Infrastructure, and Equity
In just a short time, Atlanta has achieved milestones that are reshaping the city’s future—and…
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