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‘This Land Is Our Land’ | Annual Native American festival returns to Tri-Cities for third consecutive year

The Standing Peachtree Native American Festival & Powwow showcases the rich tapestry of the nation’s Indigenous culture through music, dance, food …

Nov 28, 2024 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

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June 2024

‘It's Been an Honor' | East Point residents bid farewell to cherished community leader.

Fitzgerald Smith Jr.’s love for God and community drove his dedication to service.

Jun 22, 2024 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

March 2024

‘Here Comes Good Trouble’ | Atlanta Main Post Office renamed in honor of John Lewis

Dozens attend the dedication ceremony for the newly rebranded John R. Lewis Post Office Building.

Mar 1, 2024 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

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February 2024

‘Something in Commons’ | City of East Point hosts groundbreaking ceremony for $111+ Million revitalization project

Dozens attended the long-awaited announcement of Downtown Commons.

Feb 8, 2024 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

November 2023

‘Deep End of the Pool’ | Local resident commemorates East Point's segregated swimming pools with art installations

Hannah Palmer's 'Ghost Pools' uncovers the muddled history behind the sad yet eventual erasure of the city's public pools.

Nov 28, 2023 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

October 2023

‘From Boys To Men’ | East Point Councilmember sponsors mentorship event for Black mothers on the Southside

Over 60+ mothers attended the ‘Moms Raising Sons’ session facilitated by Next Level Boys Academy and CM Stephanie Gordon.

Oct 24, 2023 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

August 2023

‘Under the Artisan Sun’ | New multipurpose event space provides local craftsfolk with unique vendor environment

The Foundry Ruins hosts a variety of local pop-ups just shy of downtown at the Atlanta Utility Works.

Aug 18, 2023 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

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June 2023

‘How Sweet It Is’ | Local business owner celebrates long-awaited grand opening in Tri-Cities

Despite several setbacks during the past few years, 'Jake's Ice Creams' finally opens its second location in Hapeville.

Jun 25, 2023 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

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‘The Beat Goes On’ | The popular pop-up performance program returns after a pandemic pause

‘Eats & Beats’ event series returns to the residents of East Point with more locations and musicians.

Jun 15, 2023 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

‘All Hail The Queens’ | Despite an alarming spike in anti-LGBTQ+ legislature, East Point hosts celebrity event for the community

"Drag Down South" is a star-studded celebration sponsored by The Atlanta Eagle and the City of East Point

Jun 10, 2023 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

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‘History in the Making’ | Three trailblazers discuss the importance of redefining the narrative for Muslim Americans.

Councilmember Bakhtiari, GA Rep Romman, and Senator Islam examine the often fraught intersectionality of culture, nationality, religion, gender, and…

Jun 1, 2023 • 

Dorjan J. Williams

May 2023

‘The Butterfly Effect’ | New Orleans-themed parade helps ring in the Spring on the Southside

The Krewe of the Grateful Gluttons introduces the City of Hapeville to their unique brand of magic during butterfly-inspired lantern parade

May 2, 2023 • 

Dorjan J. Williams