Milton Kirby
- Business & Finance , Community , Politics
- April 30, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Dickens Administration Expands Blight Tax to Revitalize Neighborhoods
Atlanta proposes stronger blight tax law, increasing penalties on neglected properties up to 25 times, aiming to revitalize neighborhoods and hold absentee property owners accountable.
- Community , Business & Finance , Politics
- April 23, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
Downtown Atlanta Enterprise Zone Proposed to Leverage World Cup for Long-Term Growth
Atlanta proposes a Downtown Enterprise Zone to capture World Cup revenue, funding affordable housing and small businesses while accelerating long-term revitalization efforts in the city’s core.
- Arts & Entertainment , Politics , Sports
- April 21, 2026
- 6 minutes Read
Atlanta Turns Infrastructure into Canvas with New Public Mural in Mechanicsville
Atlanta unveils “Wild Seed, Wild Flower” mural in Mechanicsville, highlighting community, culture, and public art investment ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Politics , Community
- April 20, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
Whose Voices Carry in Georgia Politics? Examining Access Through Georgia’s Gubernatorial Forums”
Before Georgia’s gubernatorial forum, limited campaign access raises deeper questions about civic inclusion, political responsiveness, and whether all voices—not just the loudest—are heard.
- Community , Health , Politics
- April 17, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Atlanta Marks Major Housing Milestone with Opening of The Beacon at Cooper Street
Atlanta celebrates opening of The Beacon at Cooper Street, marking 500 rapid housing units delivered to address homelessness through innovative modular construction and community partnerships.
- Politics
- April 8, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
In Rome, A Close Race Reveals a District in Tension Between Change and Tradition
By Milton Kirby | Rome, GA | April 8, 2026 The room was loud. The streets were quiet. And somewhere between the two, the truth of this election began to…
- Politics , Community
- April 5, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
Metro Leaders Urge Veto of HB 369, Call Bill “Targeted” and “Discriminatory”
Metro Atlanta leaders urge Governor Kemp to veto HB 369, warning the bill targets five counties, undermines voter clarity, and threatens local control.
- Politics
- April 3, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
New Leadership on the Menu: Harris Campaign Brings Focus to Hiram Voters
Shawn Harris campaigns in Hiram with Senator Warnock, highlighting small business struggles and leadership contrast in pivotal Georgia 14th District race against Clay Fuller.
- Politics
- April 2, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Hegseth Ousts Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth removed Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, accelerating a sweeping leadership shake‑up across senior military ranks in the Trump administration.
- Politics , Community
- April 2, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
Henry County Charts Path Forward with Growth, Safety, and Investment at 2026 State of the County
Henry County highlights infrastructure growth, job creation, and public safety gains as Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell outlines a strategic vision during the 2026 State of the County.
- Business & Finance , Community , Politics
- March 28, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Harrell to Outline Vision for Henry County at Annual State Address
Henry County leaders gather April 2 as Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell delivers State of the County, outlining growth, development priorities, and regional collaboration shaping 2026.
- Community , Politics
- March 27, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
DeKalb County Shows Unified Vision at Capitol, Elevates Students and Legislative Priorities
DeKalb County leaders united at the Georgia Capitol, advancing transportation, housing, and education priorities while elevating student voices and highlighting a powerful moment of shared leadership.
- Education , Politics
- March 26, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Unlock Federal Research Dollars for HBCUs
By Milton Kirby | Washington, D.C. | March 26, 2026 A new bipartisan effort in the U.S. Senate could reshape how Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) access federal research…
- Politics
- March 16, 2026
- 6 minutes Read
Runoff Set to Decide Who Replaces Marjorie Taylor Greene in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District
Northwest Georgia voters will decide April 7 between Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris in a runoff to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
- Business & Finance , Community , Politics
- March 9, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
Warnock, Ossoff Secure $531 Million in Hurricane Helene Relief for Georgia Farmers
By Milton Kirby | Washington, DC | March 9, 2026 Georgia farmers who suffered devastating losses during Hurricane Helene are set to receive more than $531 million in federal disaster…
- Politics
- March 8, 2026
- 6 minutes Read
Late-Night Votes and Narrow Defeats: How Georgia’s Crossover Day Reshaped Taxes, Elections, and Public Safety
Georgia lawmakers passed property tax, data center, and stand-your-ground legislation on Crossover Day while voting down election changes and advancing new campaign finance rules.
