Truth Seekers Journal

Milton Kirby
Community
October 29, 2025
3 minutes Read

MARTA Completes Garnett Station Platform Renovation

MARTA completes Garnett Station’s $5 million platform renovation, restoring full Red and Gold Line service and advancing its billion-dollar station modernization program across Atlanta.

Milton Kirby
Community
October 29, 2025
2 minutes Read

MARTA Job Fair Set for Nov. 6 – Offering Competitive Pay and Benefits

By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | October 28, 2025 The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is opening its doors to job seekers this fall, with a large-scale hiring…

Milton Kirby
Sports , Black History
October 29, 2025
8 minutes Read

Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing Scores Major Win in NASCAR Antitrust Fight

A federal judge sides with Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing in its antitrust lawsuit, dismissing NASCAR’s “cartel” counterclaim and reshaping the sport’s power balance ahead of trial.

Ted Knorr
Sports , Black History
October 28, 2025
6 minutes Read

Shadow Ball: Learning More About Negro League History

Dear Shadow Ball: How many players have been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, based on their play in the Negro Leagues? – Curious Curt,…

Milton Kirby
Community , Business & Finance
October 28, 2025
4 minutes Read

From Tokens to Tap-to-Pay: MARTA Unveils Better Breeze

MARTA launches the “Better Breeze” upgrade, a modern contactless fare collection system arriving by spring 2026, bringing faster gates, tap-to-pay options, and enhanced rider security.

Milton Kirby
Community , Politics
October 27, 2025
4 minutes Read

WIC and SNAP Funds Halted: Shutdown Deepens Food Insecurity Crisis

Millions of low-income Americans could lose food assistance as SNAP benefits halt November 1 amid a prolonged government shutdown, leaving families and food banks bracing for crisis.

Milton Kirby
Community , Health
October 22, 2025
4 minutes Read

Just 83 Shy: Atlanta Seniors Nearly Break Guinness Record at Wellness Celebration

By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | October 21, 2025 ATLANTA — On Saturday, October 18, hundreds of seniors filled the Wolf Creek Amphitheater for a joyful and determined attempt…

Milton Kirby
Community , Business & Finance
October 21, 2025
7 minutes Read

After a decades-long population boom, Atlanta’s growth is slowing down

Atlanta’s explosive growth is slowing after decades of expansion, as families move to surrounding suburbs for space and affordability while the city grows denser and pricier.

Milton Kirby
Community , Business & Finance , Education
October 20, 2025
5 minutes Read

The Tau Pi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Empowers Families to Build Generational Stability Featuring Financial Expert Jini Thornton

The Tau Pi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated hosts “The Power of Our Legacy” on October 25, featuring Jini Thornton’s practical roadmap for financial clarity, organization, and generational wealth transfer.

Milton Kirby
Health , Have You Seen
October 19, 2025
7 minutes Read

October Marks 40 Years of Breast Cancer Awareness: Every Story Is Unique, Every Journey Matters

October marks 40 years of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Know the signs, close the gaps, and act early. Every story is unique. Every journey matters. Get screened

Milton Kirby
Community
October 18, 2025
3 minutes Read

Georgia Joins the National Cry of ‘No Kings’ in Peaceful Day of Protest

Thousands marched from Atlanta’s Civic Center to the State Capitol in the nationwide “No Kings” protests opposing Trump-era policies and calling for renewed democratic accountability

Milton Kirby
Sports , Black History
October 18, 2025
5 minutes Read

Three Swings to Forever: How Reggie Jackson Became Mr. October

Reggie Jackson’s three homers in 1977 sealed his “Mr. October” legend. From Oakland to New York, and now STEM philanthropy, his story blends power, pressure, and purpose.

Milton Kirby
Community , Business & Finance , Politics
October 17, 2025
11 minutes Read

Moratorium, Monitoring, and Modernization: DeKalb’s Careful Approach to Data Centers

DeKalb residents packed the Porter Sanford Center to learn how data centers impact energy, water, and community life—and what new policies could mean for local neighborhoods.

Milton Kirby
Politics
October 15, 2025
3 minutes Read

Chief Justice Roberts warns of “potential disaster” in Supreme Court case

By Jenna Sundel | October 14, 2025 Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts warned of “potential disaster” in determining that the number of votes received should impact a candidate’s ability to…

Milton Kirby
Community , Politics
October 14, 2025
2 minutes Read

Georgia Voters Head to the Polls as Early Voting Begins Statewide

Early voting in Georgia runs through November 1, with local and statewide races on the ballot, including mayoral and Public Service Commission elections.

Ted Knorr
Sports , Black History
October 14, 2025
3 minutes Read

Shadow Ball: Learning More About Negro League History

Dear Shadow Ball: I am 63 years old and Black. I have only heard snippets about the Negro Leagues during my lifetime. I now have an interest in educating myself…