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STEAM Teens club brainstorms project ideas for the upcoming months at their October meeting.
Midtown's STEAM Team advances interdisciplinary learning initiatives
Alex Brendle • October 25, 2024

STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) is a learning approach that intertwines different subjects and learning styles. Midtown’s STEAM team is...

The Atlanta BeltLine and Atlanta Department of Transportation have spearheaded construction for three months at the 10th Street and Monroe Drive intersection, in aims to connect the Beltline and protect pedestrians.
BeltLine, DOT redesign Monroe Drive, 10th Street intersection to prioritize safety
October 22, 2024
An AJC investigation into violence in Georgia’s correctional facilities found that 50 homicides have been estimated to occur in Georgia prisons by the end of this year, a 31.5% increase from 2023. This has begun to raise questions about the Georgia prison system.
Georgia correctional facilities confront increasing levels of violence
October 10, 2024
Governor Brian Kemp signs 'Addy's Law' into effect in front of Georgia officials, and Addy's family
Addy’s Law brings new legislation to school transportation
October 4, 2024
In the 2024-2025 school year, Midtown ended its vendor-operated program to an in-house model. This change was made as an attempt to increase the quality of school lunch food.
District increases 2024-25 lunch budget $15 million, prioritizes food quality, variety
October 2, 2024
Sports
Sophomore Zachary Hebeler runs at practice on Oct. 3. This season, Hebeler dropped 4:01:01 from his time from last season after dealing with an achilles injury he sustained.
Senior Naoma Yancey gets ready to receive a hit against Villa Rica on Sept. 12. The Knights won the match 2-0.
FIRST CLASS: Senior Arden Henley stands with yoga instructor Freya Hardy after teaching her first class. Henley took a rigorous 200-hour summer course through Highland Yoga to gain her instructor certification.
Senior Sammie Estep waves a Midtown Knights flag at the Aug. 27 varsity volleyball game against North Atlanta.
Features
Atlanta City Councilman District 6 Alex Wan, and others gave speeches on Oct. 6 to the Virginia-Highland community gathering to celebrate Fire Station 19’s 100th anniversary, making it the longest operating station in Atlanta.
Fire Station 19 celebrates 100 years of service
Kate Durden • October 25, 2024

  Neighbors within the Virginia-Highland community gathered to honor and celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Station 19, serving as Atlanta’s longest...

Giant pandas depart for China after 25 years at Zoo Atlanta
Giant pandas depart for China after 25 years at Zoo Atlanta
October 22, 2024
American Sign Language teacher Labreshia Lee focuses on creating an effective learning environment for students by incorporating engaging projects and student collaboration.
ASL teacher Lee builds connections through visual instruction
October 11, 2024
The new Women’s Literature class focuses on female authors and books with feminist themes. The goal of the class is to expose students to diverse voices within the literary world.
Women’s Literature class facilitates female representation
October 7, 2024
Performers lined up to commemorate Carter during the concert celebration at the Fox Theater. Performers included the B-52’s, the Allman Brothers, Chuck Leavell, Bebe Winnans and the Atlanta Symphony.
Fox Theatre holds concert celebration for former president Carter's 100th birthday
October 1, 2024
Opinion
Former President Donald Trump was shot in the ear at a rally for his 2024 presidential campaign in Butler, Pennsylvania on July 13, 2024.
Political violence poses serious threat to American democracy, security
Editorial Board • October 23, 2024

As the presidential election nears, the hazard of political violence only worsens. With two recent attacks on former President Donald Trump, along with an abundance...

With attack ads and negativity confronting voters at every turn, candidates need to shift their messages towards their own strengths instead of their opponents weaknesses.
Increase in negative campaign messaging harms elections, voters
October 10, 2024
With current spending plans, APS is expected to be over $100 million over budget in 2026. To ensure a balanced budget, APS needs to take action.
Potential budget deficit requires district action
October 4, 2024
The pressure to have a high GPA causes many students to bypass classes that interest them in exchange for more highly weighted AP classes. Midtown’s 100-point grading scale and class ranking system are the main reasons for this phenomenon.
100 point grading scale, class ranking system need to be left in the past
October 3, 2024
On September 10th the second presidential debate took place, a showdown which resulted in more of the same harmful antics from former President Trump.
Trump should focus on policies rather than personal attacks
September 25, 2024
News Briefs
The Southerner recognized at Georgia Scholastic Press Association
October 28, 2024
Midtown assistant principal named 2024 an APS assistant principal of the year finalist
October 25, 2024
October is national bullying awareness month
October 23, 2024
Trending Stories
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Bronny James, son of Lebron James, is one of the highest paid college athletes, signing a $6.4 million dollar NIL deal with companies like Nike and Beats by Dre. James is only 19 years old and is a freshman guard at The University of Southern California.

NIL deals are ruining college athletics

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An AJC investigation into violence in Georgia’s correctional facilities found that 50 homicides have been estimated to occur in Georgia prisons by the end of this year, a 31.5% increase from 2023. This has begun to raise questions about the Georgia prison system.

Georgia correctional facilities confront increasing levels of violence

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Giant pandas depart for China after 25 years at Zoo Atlanta

Giant pandas depart for China after 25 years at Zoo Atlanta

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With current spending plans, APS is expected to be over $100 million over budget in 2026. To ensure a balanced budget, APS needs to take action.

Potential budget deficit requires district action

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MARTA's existing rail network does not provide access to all of the areas where public transport is needed in Atlanta. An expansion of the rail lines is required to improve the system

MARTA outdated, deserves restoration and expansion

Sports Briefs
Cheer JV basketball sidelines tryouts coming up
October 28, 2024
Football plays Mays on Oct. 25
October 25, 2024
Softball falls first round of State Playoffs
October 23, 2024
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Video
Grindhouse focuses on Morningside community
Amauri Perrier
Student Life Briefs
Senior Yearbook Photo Makeup Session
October 28, 2024
Fall Band Concert Oct. 24
October 25, 2024
March for Our Lives Meeting Oct. 23
October 23, 2024
Humans of Midtown
Sophomore Samaya Agarwal smiles outside before school starts.
Junior Rajewski enjoys eating his lunch on the steps with his friends
Freshman Cali Smith helps to decorate her class hallway on e200 for homecoming spirit week.
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