A Federal Judge Weighs Control, Cash Flow, and Confidence at Uncle Nearest
A federal judge heard testimony on whether the Uncle Nearest receivership should continue, weighing claims of insolvency against arguments that court control has slowed recovery.
Council for Quality Growth Charts 2026 Course Under New Chairman Gerald McDowell
The Council for Quality Growth names ATL Airport CIDs Executive Director Gerald McDowell as 2026 Chair, setting transportation and mobility priorities for metro Atlanta’s future.
Is the Cure Worse Than the Crisis? Judge Weighs Uncle Nearest Receivership
A federal judge will hear arguments Monday over whether Uncle Nearest’s court-ordered receivership should continue, be narrowed, or end, reshaping the future of the Tennessee whiskey brand.
Inside Thee Manor Private Members Club: Atlanta’s Premier Social Club
By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | February 2, 2026 In an era of digital noise and fast fashion, Thee Manor Private Members Club stands as a defiant sanctuary of…
DeKalb County Tax Commissioner Irvin J. Johnson to Retire After 26 Years of Public Service
DeKalb County Tax Commissioner Irvin J. Johnson will retire Dec. 31 after 26 years of service, with Chief Deputy Nicole M. Golden set to succeed him.
Senate Democrats Push $15 Billion Plan to Reconnect Communities Divided by Highways
Senate Democrats introduce the $15B REPAIR Infrastructure Act to reconnect communities divided by highways, prevent displacement, and expand funding for equitable transportation projects nationwide.
From OutKast to Urban Renewal: The Civic Center and Atlanta’s Complicated Progress
The Atlanta Civic Center’s story spans fire, displacement, Broadway, OutKast, and redevelopment — revealing how culture, land, and power shaped one of Atlanta’s most iconic sites.
Chit Chat Atlanta Tours Launches “Main Artery” Experience
By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | December 11, 2025 Peachtree Street has long been called Atlanta’s spine — a corridor where commerce, culture, and conflict have intersected for more…
184 Flags, One Community: Inside Your DeKalb Farmers Market’s World of Food
At Your DeKalb Farmers Market, 184 flags, global foods, and round-the-clock operations turn a Decatur grocery into Atlanta’s most beloved, affordable world market for families.
Utility Shutoffs Surge as Americans Hit Lowest Level of Happiness on Record
Utility shutoffs are surging nationwide as soaring energy costs, record debt, and collapsing financial stability push Americans into darkness—mirroring the lowest U.S. happiness levels ever recorded.
