From the Atlanta Daily World:

Political scientists define the “culture war” as a conflict between social groups attempting to impose their values on society. Every rule, ordinance, regulation, ballot initiative, and court decision represent the imposition of a particular group’s values, resulting in an ongoing “culture war.” People often characterize the political left as the initiators of culture war battles … Continued

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A proposal to slash the Xpress commuter bus system in half is creating angst to hundreds of riders who rely on the system to get from the suburbs to the city.

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Community members and business leaders gathered at the June 21 Transform Westside Summit centered around the topic “Housing is Health.” The Summit emphasized the interconnection between housing stability and overall health outcomes, and featured insightful discussions from key representatives of Kaiser Permanente, including Stefanie Hurst, Senior Director of Community Health, and Dr. Sylvia Morris, MD, MPH, Hospitalist and Area Physician […]

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The founding of the City of Atlanta may have been an unforeseen result of Atlanta’s railroads, but the rapid growth of the city by the train tracks did not happen by accident. Nor did the city’s recovery from the devastation of the Civil War. Throughout Atlanta’s history there have always been those who paved the […]

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Judge Ural Glanville will no longer preside over the one of the most publicized trials in the nation. On July 15, Superior Court Judge Rachel Krause granted motions filed by Young Thug and co-defendant Deamonte Kendrick to recuse Glanville from the trial. The motion to have Glanville removed from the trial came from Young Thug’s attorney … Continued

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By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications Manager “Being part of PSA gave me the strength to not be afraid to do the big things for my park.” That’s how a 2023 grad described her experience with Park Pride’s Park Stewardship Academy (PSA).  This summer, our Education Team is excitedly preparing for the […]

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From the Atlanta Daily World:

A recent study led by Stanford Medicine scientists revealed how women of color are more prone to developing autoimmune disorders from internalizing their feelings and emotions.  However, women of color haven’t exactly been made to feel like their feelings are warranted. Stereotypes such as the ‘mad Black woman’ so often rears its ugly head in … Continued

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Sen. Raphael Warnock shared thoughts on this weekend’s shooting at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania. While delivering his sermon on Sunday morning at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Warnock condemned the alleged assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Warnock called for the nation to come together.  ”We pray for the American family beset by a moral crisis and … Continued

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The 2023-2024 school year has finished, and YWCA Greater Atlanta celebrates the achievements and advancements of our Early Learning Academy. With a commitment to nurturing young minds, we recognize that early childhood education lays the groundwork for a lifetime of learning and success. This year, our Early Learning Academy has made significant strides in preparing […]

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Atlanta’s sustained transformation into a vibrant, interconnected metropolis hinges on pivotal transit decisions. Among these, the introduction of light rail along the Atlanta BeltLine stands as a beacon of progress and promise for our communities since the Beltline’s inception. As Atlanta continues to grow, the implementation of a comprehensive transit system becomes not just a […]

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By Britton Edwards, COO, Atlanta Way 2.0 By now you may have heard of Atlanta Way 2.0. Our founders created this nonprofit intending to bring back the best of the old Atlanta Way, think collaborative efforts to solve major challenges in our city, but with a new element called “Activators.” This is different than the […]

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From the New York Times:

Judge Ural Glanville, who had overseen the case for more than two years, must step aside for meeting with prosecutors and a key witness without the defense.

Arts Atlanta:

Magic, mystery and mayhem await for both children and adults this season...

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All of a sudden, unity. For a minute, anyway.

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By Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Matthew Todd, program associate, Housing Funds for the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, recently spoke with Jennifer Rentenbach, senior attorney at the Atlanta Legal Aid Society’s Home Defense Program, about the organization’s critical work in housing advocacy, the challenges homeowners experience and the resources available to protect and empower them in […]

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This is the second in a three-post series on the role of civic space and parks in Atlanta. We want to hear from you! What’s your neighborhood park? Why do you love it? Comment below or email us at [email protected]. Hello, July. What a time to be talking about civic space and parks! And there […]

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From the Atlanta Daily World:

Photo: Getty Images A Black couple is going viral for wearing their own custom-crocheted wedding outfits. According to the New York Post, crochet designer Tymesha Triggs handcrafted her floor-length dress and her husband’s tuxedo for their wedding on June 29. Triggs, the owner of Crochet Crochet & Accessories in Cincinnati, shared now-viral photos of her … Continued

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Next Midtown high-rise edges toward opening on Peachtree Josh Green Mon, 07/15/2024 - 15:02 The last in a trio of residential high-rises that have added nearly 1,000 non-student apartments to Midtown’s northern blocks is nearing the finish line.

Officials with the Loria Ansley tower at 1441 Peachtree St. send word that hardhat tours and pre-leasing has begun, with expectations of opening the building sometime later this summer. (Another recent announcement: The tower’s amenities will now include a pickleball court.)

Project leaders report that tour slots are filling up fast for a building described as offering “unparalleled elegance and lavish amenities” and “a sanctuary where every detail has been thoughtfully curated.”

How Loria Ansley's west-facing facade turned out, as seen last month over Peachtree Street. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta

How the apartment building's retail component is expected to meet Peachtree Street. Loria Ansley

According to the development team, Loria Ansley will offer rentals ranging from studios to three-bedroom floorplans, many with balconies or terraces, plus finishes such as gourmet kitchens and LED lighting packages found in high-end condo buildings.

We’ve asked project officials for details on leasing rates and exact apartment sizes, which haven’t been posted yet on a promotional website, and we’ll update this story should further information come.

After topping out in late 2023, the 28-story building was christened Loria Ansley last spring as a nod to the adjacent historic neighborhood to the east. It's promising a location where renters can draw inspiration from “both the modern energy of Atlanta’s iconic Arts District and the roots that run deep throughout historic Ansley Park.”

Loria Ansley marks the third luxury rental tower to rise within a few blocks over the past two years, following Greystar’s Nomia building and JPX Works’ new Emmi Midtown project.

All told, those projects are introducing 957 market-rate rentals near Midtown’s northern border

The building's stair-stepped eastern face, overlooking Ansley Park. Courtesy of Atlantic Residential

The Loria project replaces internet company EarthLink’s former low-rise offices. The multi-firm project—formerly known as Rhapsody—was initially expected to include for-sale condos. Instead, it’s developing 350 apartments. 

Capital City Real Estate bought the 1.5-acre property from EarthLink in 2019 for $15.2 million. The Washington, D.C.-based developer is partnering with Atlantic Residential, FIDES Development, and Mitsui Fudosan America, the U.S. subsidiary of Japan's largest real estate company, on the project.

Beyond apartments, the project will include 463 parking spaces and 3,000 square feet of retail space at street level, according to Midtown Alliance.

Loria branding bound for the tower's upper floors over Peachtree Street. Atlantic Residential

Amenity levels will be placed among a stair-stepped design leading down toward residential Ansley Park on the backside of the building. Two restaurant spaces at the lobby level will include large glass windows and tall ceilings. Elsewhere, an internal sky bridge will lead to collaborative and private coworking spaces, a gym, wine bar, pool with sundeck, a rooftop bar and lounge with views from Buckhead to Midtown, and now pickleball, according to developers.

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Loria Ansley's 1441 Peachtree location in the northern blocks of Midtown. Google Maps

How Loria Ansley's west-facing facade turned out, as seen last month over Peachtree Street. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta

How the apartment building's retail component is expected to meet Peachtree Street. Loria Ansley

Broader view of the building's context in north Midtown. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta

Loria branding bound for the tower's upper floors over Peachtree Street. Atlantic Residential

The building's stair-stepped eastern face, overlooking Ansley Park. Courtesy of Atlantic Residential

The property's planned pool and sundeck above parking levels. Courtesy of Atlantic Residential

Retail and lobby arrangement along Peachtree Street. Courtesy of Atlantic Residential

Planned lighting scheme of the flat-fronted 1441 Peachtree Street building. Courtesy of Atlantic Residential

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Location where demolition started in spring 2022 for the 1441 Peachtree apartment building. Google Maps

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By Michael L. Thurmond, DeKalb County CEO In an increasingly divided society, we need stories that show us how to come together for positive change. In DeKalb County, SPLOST is evidence of uncommon unity that is changing us for the better every day and improving quality of life for future generations.  But just a few […]

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The Decatur Book Festival took a pause in 2023, a victim of...

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By Laura Moody, Founding Partner of Purpose Possible and Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta Board Member The Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta (CVC) is known for supporting member companies to deliver business results through their strategic commitment to civic engagement and social impact. But did you know that a handful of nonprofits are invited to […]

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Pickleball facility bound for Buckhead tower near Lenox, MARTA Josh Green Mon, 07/15/2024 - 12:39 Atlanta’s tireless pickleball craze has recently manifested in the form of an elevated amenity at a new Buckhead condo tower and an entertainment complex spread across a former Armour Yards warehouse.

Now, it’s coming to the base level of one of Buckhead’s tallest buildings.

Banyan Street Capital has compiled plans to convert a street-level shell space at Salesforce Tower into an upscale take on America’s fastest growing sport.

The building is a 34-story, Class A office tower Banyan Street purchased in a joint venture with KKR for $205 million five years ago. It’s located at 950 East Paces Ferry Road near Lenox Square mall, about a block from MARTA’s Lenox Square station.

According to plans filed with Buckhead’s SPI-12 Development Review Committee, the pickleball lounge will complement other perks at the renovated high-rise but won’t be open for public play.

The East Paces Ferry Road entryway in question today. Interior Architects, via Banyan Street Capital/Livable Buckhead

Plans for an operable partition and glass entry doors off East Paces Ferry Road. Interior Architects, via Banyan Street Capital

Plans drawn up by Austin-based Interior Architects call for carving new openings in the building that face a vehicle drop-off area and East Paces Ferry Road. New glass doors and a 30-foot-long, operable glass partition would blur the lines between a covered outdoor area and the pickleball facility’s interior seating and lone court.

The building’s amenity offerings “make the daily hustle breeze by,” according to Banyan Street marketing materials.

No variations are being requested for the pickleball project. Buckhead DRC members commended the proposed use of space during their July meeting and did not request any changes. Plans will now move on to City of Atlanta staff for approval.

The footprint of the planned pickleball facility is shown at right. Interior Architects, via Banyan Street Capital

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Salesforce Tower's 950 East Paces Ferry Road location in relation to other Buckhead landmarks. Google Maps

The East Paces Ferry Road entryway in question today. Interior Architects, via Banyan Street Capital/Livable Buckhead

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Plans for an operable partition and glass entry doors off East Paces Ferry Road. Interior Architects, via Banyan Street Capital

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Facade plans (top) along East Paces Ferry Road. Interior Architects, via Banyan Street Capital

The footprint of the planned pickleball facility is shown at right. Interior Architects, via Banyan Street Capital

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Images: Next to Atlanta Braves' stadium, another new tower pitched Josh Green Mon, 07/15/2024 - 09:50 Optimism for vertical real estate growth around the home of the Braves shows few signs of abating.

A proposal has recently emerged for an office tower next to the Cobb Cloverleaf interstate exchange that would continue a spate of development with a variety of uses—including other offices—next to Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta, the entertainment district attached to the ballpark.

The glassy, 13-story office project would be an expansion of the three-building Circle 75 Office Park—a portion of which overlooks the Braves' stadium today. 

According to SK Commercial Realty, the new building could span up to 250,000 square feet of “trophy” office space where two major interstates meet one of metro Atlanta’s most bustling entertainment hubs.

The proposed location of the 1200 Circle 75 Parkway building in relation to interstates and the MLB stadium. SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

How the 1200 building would relate to the existing 1100 Circle 75 Parkway building (at right) and the under-construction Henry project (far right). SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

Upper floors of the building’s northern elevation would peer down into Truist Park. On other facades, the building’s signage would overlook nearly a half-million passing interstate motorists per day on Interstate 285 and I-75 combined, according to marketers.

The project is described as the only build-to-suit office stack with stadium and interstate visibility, along with connectivity to access roads in the Cumberland and Cobb Galleria submarkets. Leasing rates aren’t specified, but a typical floor size would be just over 19,000 square feet.

Marketing materials posted in recent days state the project could be available in January 2027.

Next door in the office park stands a 17-story tower from 1984 called 1100 Circle 75 Parkway, with more than 1,500 parking spaces.

The 1100 building's stadium proximity today. SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

Should the 1200 project proceed, it would rise one building away from the under-construction, two-phase The Henry, which is planned to include an apartment tower, a 250-key Marriott Autograph hotel, and The Battery’s first for-sale condos.

On the same street stands the district’s tallest structure, the new TK Elevator test tower and adjacent offices.

Meanwhile, on the flipside of the stadium near home plate, the two-building national headquarters for Truist Securities—Truist’s full-service corporate and investment bank—topped out this past spring. On the residential front, the 298-apartment Ellison Parkview project began leasing a stone’s throw from the stadium in May, with some rents flirting with $4,000 monthly.

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The proposed location of the 1200 Circle 75 Parkway building in relation to interstates and the MLB stadium. SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

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The 1200 building's positioning (at left) as seen from the nose-bleeds, with both phases of The Henry project shown inserted at right. SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

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How the 1200 building would relate to the existing 1100 Circle 75 Parkway building (at right) and the under-construction Henry project (far right). SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

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How the 1200 building would relate to the existing 1100 Circle 75 Parkway building (at left) and the Henry project (far left). SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

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The 1100 building's stadium proximity today. SK Commercial Realty, via LoopNet

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Tyeler Hawkins of Southern University stands as one of the top baseball players in the nation. over the weekend, Hawkins participated in the HBCU Swingman Classic. The annual event held during MLB All-Star week, providing 50 HBCU players with the opportunity to showcase their talent on a national stage.  The student-athletes were be selected by … Continued

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Operation HOPE today announced the “American Aspiration Tour,” aimed at igniting a new national dialogue on financial literacy and economic inclusion. Inspired by his best-selling book, Financial Literacy for All, the tour will feature Operation HOPE Founder and CEO John Hope Bryant in a series of hosted conversations with elected officials and corporate leaders across America. “The American Aspiration Tour is about […]

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