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PROMISE OF PEACE: A rendering shows the planned Andrew Young International Institute for Peace and Reconciliation in Vine City, which aims to promote peace, education and progress for Atlanta and beyond.
Andrew Young peace institute to take root in Vine City, reflects legacy
Lark McCormack • June 1, 2026

The Andrew Young International Institute for Peace and Reconciliation will open in the Vine City neighborhood, reflecting the legacy of former United Nations ambassador...

SOCCER IN ATLANTA: As the 2026 World Cup nears, numerous communities have begun to prepare. The games begin on June 11, and Atlanta is set to host nine matches.
Atlanta neighborhoods gear up for 2026 World Cup
May 22, 2026
NAMESAKE AWARD: The GFCA Varsity State Championship Sweepstakes
Herrera retires as debate coach after 20 years
May 22, 2026
PARK PLANS: The Midtown Alliance designed Midtown Green as a connecting location for the city and neighborhood.
Midtown Green park set to open July 1
May 20, 2026
NATIONALLY QUALIFIED: Midtown has had a moot court team for a decade. With the assistance of teacher sponsor James Sullivan, the team is now nationally ranked among the top 60 teams in the nation.
Midtown Moot Court competes in National High School Moot Court Championship
May 18, 2026
Sports
HOPPING HURDLES: Senior DeAsia Burton leaps over a hurdle during the girls 100 meter hurdles at GHSA State Championships on May 11. Burton wound up placing sixth with a PR time of 14.71 and scoring three points for Midtown.
Sophomore Lilly Baird putts onto the green during the area tournament. The Knights lost the tournament ending their season.
Sophomore Phoebe Oakley competed in sport rock climbing at the 2025 south east divisional competition. Oakley placed 9th and qualified for nationals.
Senior Grady Richman throws to a teammate on March 29 in a 13-8 win against Edwardsville at the River Campus Classic. Richman was selected to join the Atlanta Hustle, Atlanta's professional ultimate frisbee team.
Features
CREDIT: Trenee Uzoka GLOBAL COMPETITION: The Robotics team has continued it’s two-year streak by qualifying for Worlds again. Freshman Molly Thurmond (left) and sophomore Amelia De Sutter (right) work on fixing the turret together.
Robotics team advances to World Championship
Lizzie Jarrell and Chloe Loach • May 27, 2026

Following the 20-year anniversary and a trip to the 2025 FIRST Championship - FIRST Robotics Competition in Houston, Texas, Midtown’s G3 Robotics team is returning...

SENIOR EXCELLENCE: Through leadership, talent and service, seniors Brennan Fritts, Eric Snell, Nick Federov and Gabby Whitmer have each left a lasting impact on the Midtown community.
Shaping the future: Standout seniors from Class of 2026
May 25, 2026
ONE-ON-ONE LEARNING: Retiring algebra I teacher Carrie Rowe helps students at the Math Center, where she is able to provide specialized learning assistance.
Rowe leaves algebra classroom, mentors ninth-graders
May 22, 2026
Families with young children gather in Sidney Marcus Park on a weekday evening.
Sidney Marcus Park unites Morningside neighborhood
May 22, 2026
STAFF SWAG: The Unmasking staff shows off their staff shirts, advertising the release of the annual addition of the magazine. (CREDIT: Unmasking)
Literary Magazine releases annual edition, relinquishes old methods
May 20, 2026
Opinion
HOURS SPENT: At Atlanta Public Schools, students are required to complete 75 hours of community service to graduate. Some students believe these hours should not be required, while others believe the time spent is necessary.
Head to Head: Is mandatory community service necessary?
Rose Silver and Thomas Javelona • May 24, 2026

LACKING EXPERIENCE: Despite being the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has no medical background. This makes him unfit to make health decisions on behalf of millions of Americans, as he lacks the proper knowledge to do so.
Trump administration takes on underqualifed staff
May 22, 2026
RISING RISKS: People are relying more and more on AI to give them proper medical advice. However, chatbots are not credible for this task.
AI medicine chatbot inaccuracies pose risks to users
May 20, 2026
SOARING TO SPACE: The Artemis II spacecraft, Orion, took a photo of itself in space on the second day of the mission. At the time, the astronauts were inside.
Recent interest in space media renews aeronautical careers
May 20, 2026
IRRETRIEVABLE JUSTICE: For decades, the issue of capital punishment has been recognized as a contentious issue worldwide. Each Oct. 10th, the World Day Against the Death Penalty is held. This year marks its 23rd observance.
Death penalty should be abolished
May 17, 2026
News Briefs
Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Director of National Intelligence
May 22, 2026
Keisha Lance Bottoms wins governor primary
May 20, 2026
Waffle House workers rally
May 18, 2026
Trending Stories
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COMPETITIVE ELECTION: There are six candidates challenging incumbent State Superintendent Richard Woods.

Meet the candidates challenging Georgia State Superintendent Woods in November

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Families with young children gather in Sidney Marcus Park on a weekday evening.

Sidney Marcus Park unites Morningside neighborhood

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Egypt and Iran were selected to play in the previously planned World Cup Seattle Pride Match. Due to cultural and religious beliefs, both countries are refusing to play.

World Cup embraces LGBTQ+ soccer fans

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SOCCER IN ATLANTA: As the 2026 World Cup nears, numerous communities have begun to prepare. The games begin on June 11, and Atlanta is set to host nine matches.

Atlanta neighborhoods gear up for 2026 World Cup

Sports Briefs
Girls soccer beats Druid Hills, advances to final four
May 5, 2026
Baseball loses to Cedartown in first round of playoffs
April 24, 2026
Girls soccer advances to second round of playoffs
April 24, 2026
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Multimedia
Midtown students share their views on Venezuela intervention
Colin Kovac
Student Life Briefs
Atlanta Virtual Academy Summer Registration Open April 20–May 29
May 1, 2026
Yearbook Distribution May 14
April 29, 2026
EOC Milestones April 27–May 1
April 27, 2026
Humans of Midtown
Freshman Molly Thurmond stands outside of Umma Kitchen wearing a University of Georgia Ice Dawgs hockey T-shirt.
Eisenstadt smiles during his AP Seminar class.
Williams after her soccer game against Blessed Trinity in the Final Four.
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