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What happens when 35 neighbors spend a Saturday together? ➡️ 25 bags of trash cleared from Baker Road ➡️ Stronger connections between communities ➡️ A cleaner, brighter future Big thanks to our partners who made it happen. 🙌 📖 Read the full story: canopyatlanta.org/2025/09/09/c...

Engage. Listen. Decide. 🗳️Join us Saturday for an Election Forum with District 3 & 9 candidates, moderated by Felicia Moore. 📍 Don’t miss this important community conversation. ➡️ RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/ballots-br...

West End Mall’s redevelopment is moving forward. Now called One West End, the project is shifting from plans to real action—permits filed, asbestos removal starting, and demolition ahead. ➡️ Read more about what’s coming next: canopyatlanta.org/2025/09/09/c...

After getting laid off and skipping a house purchase just in time, this Atlantan is betting his savings on building the video game he’s always dreamed of. Read the latest from the Cost of Living Project, by Canopy Atlanta and Atlanta Civic Circle: www.costoflivingatl.org/post/a-leap-...

At a recent NPU-I meeting, neighbors voiced concerns about new and recurring homeless encampments as local leaders emphasized the need for support over criminalization. Find out more in this week's newsletter: CanopyAtlanta.org/Newsletter

In 1977, Donata Russell Ross invited her Westminster classmates to a graduation party at her Collier Heights home. For many, it was the first time they saw Atlanta’s thriving Black middle-class community up close. 👉 Read more: canopyatlanta.org/2025/09/05/w...

We’re honored to introduce the Clarkston Community Editorial Board! 🌟Clarkston neighbors are shaping the stories Canopy Atlanta tells—ensuring they truly reflect the heart of the community. Read more about each member in the thread below. 🔗 Explore more: canopyatlanta.org/clarkston/

The City of East Point is making some changes and the transition hasn’t been entirely smooth. The mayor said even she was affected by faulty notifications, which told her that her autopay payments had been returned, even though money never came out of her account. More: CanopyAtlanta.org/Newsletter

APS’s new facilities plan could close M.A. Jones Elementary, a beloved West End school. 🚨 📅 Meeting: Sept. 3, 6 PM | Jean Childs Young MS Read the article and show up tomorrow to make sure our schools stay strong: canopyatlanta.org/2025/09/02/w...

Last week, flooding once again impacted Atlanta’s Westside. Roads were blocked and vehicles stalled. Residents are raising concerns about stormwater infrastructure and have launched the Stop Flooding Us petition. 📖 Read the full story and sign here: canopyatlanta.org/2025/08/26/c...

At Wylde Center, community + nature = impact. From school gardens to native plant education, it’s about making care for our environment a part of daily life. 🌱 🔗 Read the full story: canopyatlanta.org/2025/08/22/a...

The City of Forest Park + Partnership for Southern Equity are exploring the future of the Fort Gillem housing complex. Initial findings were shared at the July 21 City Council meeting. 📖 Read more: canopyatlanta.org/2025/08/21/f...

“Collier Heights, you have been good, and you have been hard. You have been tender, and you have been merciful. But you have always been ours.” Read a love letter to one of Atlanta’s most storied neighborhoods: canopyatlanta.org/2025/08/19/t...

Lakewood Heights neighbors debated whether 16-year-olds should have a say in community votes. Supporters said it could spark civic engagement among young people; others argued the stakes are too high. Find out more in this week's newsletter: CanopyAtlanta.org/Newsletter

We don’t do this work alone. TEDxCollierHeights is grateful for our sponsorship and partnership. 🔴

🙏🏾Grateful to everyone who showed up and showed out for TEDxCOLLIERHEIGHTS: Exit on Saturday. Photos from the event are now live. Scroll through ⬇️ to catch the best moments, tag friends, and relive the inspiration.

TODAY: Neighbors, something BIG is happening this Saturday right here in our community—TEDxCollierHeights! Hear from our incredible lineup of thought leaders, change-makers and cultural icons. 🗓 Saturday, August 16, 2025 | 11AM–2PM 📍 Frederick Douglass High School 🎟 Tickets: tinyurl.com/tedxcollier

Last month, officials removed 12 teens from Now Faith Apostolic Church, where they had been living. At a recent Clayton County Board of Commissioners meeting, attendees representing the church in matching purple shirts voiced their concerns. In this week's newsletter: CanopyAtlanta.org/Newsletter

TOMORROW: Neighbors, something BIG is happening this Saturday right here in our community—TEDxCollierHeights! Hear from our incredible lineup of thought leaders, change-makers and cultural icons. 🗓 Saturday Aug. 16, 2025 | 11AM–2PM 📍 Frederick Douglass High School 🎟 Tickets: tinyurl.com/tedxcollier

Grove Park + Center Hill = community magic! ✨ Last Tuesday’s National Night Out featured local businesses and community. Want the full vibe? Read the story → canopyatlanta.org/2025/08/12/c...

Neighbors, something BIG is happening this Saturday right here in our community—TEDxCollierHeights! Hear from our incredible lineup of thought leaders, change-makers, and cultural icons. 🗓 Saturday, August 16, 2025 | 11AM–2PM 📍 Frederick Douglass High School 🎟 Tickets: tinyurl.com/tedxcollier

Years ago, Donna Stephens noticed something small, but telling: her neighborhood park had no seating for families attending their kids’ events. That moment lit a fire. Read Donna’s full story and what’s next for English Park 👉 canopyatlanta.org/2025/08/06/c...

LAST DAY FOR EARLY BIRD TICKETS: A stage where Collier Heights' history meets its future. Join TEDxCollierHeights x Canopy Atlanta for a conversation of ideas, truth, and community power—featuring 5 incredible speakers. 👉 www.eventbrite.com/e/tedx-colli...

The Peeples Street site in ATL’s West End nearly stalled out—until the community stepped in. The plan’s now up for an APS vote on Aug 11. 📰 Read the full story to see what happens when residents lead the way: canopyatlanta.org/2025/08/08/i...

A forensic audit focused on the City of South Fulton's mayor uncovered more than $70,000 in unauthorized spending and undocumented travel expenses. Since then, his purchase card has been frozen. But he doesn't think that's fair. Find out why in this week's newsletter: CanopyAtlanta.org/Newsletter

A stage where Collier Heights' history meets its future. Join TEDxCollierHeights x Canopy Atlanta for a conversation of ideas, truth, and community power—featuring 5 incredible speakers. 👉 www.eventbrite.com/e/tedx-colli...

To get an emergency bed in Atlanta, people must cross the city, wait in lines and meet varying rules. Even then, they may not find help. This interactive shows how hard finding shelter is in a city where need outpaces supply. From the Cost of Living Project: www.costoflivingatl.org/post/seeking...

A stage where Collier Heights' history meets its future. Join TEDxCollierHeights x Canopy Atlanta for a conversation of ideas, truth, and community power—featuring 5 incredible speakers. 👉https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tedx-collier-heights-exit-tickets-1559395256189?aff=oddtdtcreator

gotta hand it to ATL’s first fake fall for showing up so early this year. but this also means it’s gonna hit the 90s during november, right?

Next wave of metro Atlanta students prepare to head back to class on Monday

Over 200,000 Georgia voters are headed for inactive status, the Georgia Secretary of State's Office announced Tuesday. ACPC has created a searchable database of Georgia's "No Contact" voters, allowing you to check if your name is on the list.

Sam hoped to become a tattoo artist, but Atlanta’s rising costs have pushed them out of their apartment—and their passion Read the latest from the Cost of Living Project, by Canopy Atlanta and Atlanta Civic Circle: www.costoflivingatl.org/post/their-d...

Larry Evans has lived in College Park since 1959. At a recent council meeting, he spoke out about division at City Hall and questioned whether leaders who weren’t raised in the city truly understand its residents. More in this week’s newsletter: CanopyAtlanta.org/Newsletter

Collier Heights is a Black-built, Black-owned historic neighborhood in Atlanta that stands as a powerful model of self-determination. But even history isn’t immune to market pressure. 📖 Read the full story and learn why Collier Heights matters: canopyatlanta.org/2025/07/26/c...

The Transportation Committee recommended adding $1 million to a security contract for this year’s Atlanta Streets Alive events. However, Councilmember Dustin Hillis said he had “some serious concerns about this contractor.” Find out more in this week's newsletter: CanopyAtlanta.org/Newsletter

“Goodmomma” was one of Coca-Cola’s lab legends, but at home? She was biscuits, pressed shirts, and quiet power. Collier Heights women built legacy like they built Sunday dinner: together. 📚 Read the full tribute and legacy story here: canopyatlanta.org/2025/06/14/m...

Tour buses don’t usually visit regular neighborhoods—unless they’re legendary. Isaac Newton Farris, nephew of MLK, still calls it home. “That’s the best endorsement I could give you.” 📖 Read his story and step into a piece of living history: canopyatlanta.org/2025/07/18/a...

An East Point resident took to the podium at a recent council meeting to express disappointment: “The City of East Point deserves leadership that can disagree without being disagreeable," she said, noting infighting and personal jabs. In this week's newsletter: CanopyAtlanta.org/Newsletter

Tonight is the last night to apply to join #CanopyAtlanta as a community journalism fellow for #ClarkstonGeorgia. In case you are a resident or have a connection to the city, and want to help produce stories about Clarkston, GA, apply now! bit.ly/ClarkstonCom...

Clarkston residents — tell your story! Canopy Atlanta is offering a paid journalism fellowship for current/former Clarkston folks. Be trained in journalism, report your community’s stories, and earn a $4,000 stipend! 🗓️ Deadline to apply: July 17 Apply now 👉 airtable.com/appi33Ruk6LA...

We just celebrated five years of Canopy Atlanta with the people who make our mission possible—our team, fellows, and board! 🥳 Check out this reel to catch some of the best moments from the event. 🎥 Memories, laughter, and a whole lot of love for local journalism.

Lee+White will start charging for parking after two hours, starting Sept. 1. But some longtime West End locals say the real price is being paid by walkers and cyclists. More cars, less access. What’s the plan? 📖 Read more: canopyatlanta.org/2025/07/07/c...

Clarkston residents — tell your story! Canopy Atlanta is offering a paid journalism fellowship for current/former Clarkston folks. Be trained in journalism, report your community’s stories, and earn a $4,000 stipend! 🗓️ Deadline to apply: July 17 Apply now 👉 airtable.com/appi33Ruk6LA...

Canopy Atlanta is FIVE! 🎉 Check out our reel to see how far we’ve come together—and share your favorite memory with us. 💛 Thanks for being part of the story.

LaDonna Strickland was called “the Crescendo Valley Baby.” Growing up in Collier Heights, she was surrounded by role models and neighbors who looked out for every child. 💛 Discover how her story of community and resilience unfolded: canopyatlanta.org/2025/07/07/k...

What makes history feel real? Maybe it’s the memories of your grandmother’s kitchen or your uncle’s favorite saying. Check out this conversation about why personal stories are powerful—and how archives can help us see them in a new light.

Big thanks to everyone who came out for our 5th Birthday Party! It was so special to hear from our Fellows, connect with neighbors, and reflect on how far we’ve come. Want to help us keep going strong? Donate $5, $15, or $50. canopyatlanta.org/donate

Bankhead Seafood is temporarily closed—and no one knows when it’s coming back. After years of anticipation, the sudden shutdown feels like another letdown for Grove Park residents who were counting on lasting change. Read part of the letter employees received: canopyatlanta.org/2025/06/30/c...