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COMMUNITY RESISTANCE: Every Tuesday evening, protesters gather outside the CDC to cheer on workers as they leave and speak up against the firings and budget cuts.
Federal officials slash CDC jobs, fire hundreds of Atlanta workers
Sierra Pape and Connie Erdozain • May 1, 2025

US District Judge Amy Totenberg has sided with the use of Georgia’s electronic voting system, shutting down claims that the Dominion voting machines are at risk of election interference. (Photo courtesy of Marilyn Marks)
Judge dismisses years-long Georgia election security case, rules in favor of electronic voting systems
April 27, 2025
HALF CURRICULUM: Senior Ethan McCoy listens in his Advanced Placement Latin class. College Board announced it will be changing the curriculum starting in the next academic year.
AP Latin curriculum reduced for 2025-26 school year
April 24, 2025
Lamar Young [right] stands with fellow counselors. Young served as a counselor for 15 years at Midtown, providing critical support for students and parents.
Treasured counselor Young passes, leaves enduring impact
April 21, 2025
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the main hub for Delta Airlines, which is also celebrating its centennial this year.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport marks centennial, recognized for legacy of growth, innovation
April 15, 2025
Sports
SPINNING TO SUCCESS: On April 5, sophomore Victoria Grunberg competed in an international figure skating competition with her team in France. The team took home 3rd place.
Over the past decade, the average ACL injury rate for girls has increased significantly more than the rate for boys. More research is necessary to close this gap and protect female athletes. (Source: Project Play)
Senior and captain Devon Dubose hits a backhand in the girls tennis match against Westminster on March 25. The Knights lost 5-0.
HUDDLE UP: New football head coach Calvin Arnold prepares in the Aug. 22 game against Druid Hills as defensive coordinator. Arnold started coaching football in 2004, with his rst head coach job at Spencer High School in Colombus and his next at Carver-Colombus High School.
Features
PLAYFUL PUPPETEER: Environmental activist Aviva Vuvuzela teaches local children about sustainable planting at the first Earth Day Fest hosted by Nuts ‘n Berries. Vuvuzela said she hopes to teach future generations about the benefits of hemp and other natural resources.
Nuts ‘n Berries hosts Earth Fest to promote healthy living
Mariam Darb, Meredith Bell, and Penelope Keenan • April 30, 2025

Local, environmentally-friendly grocery store Nuts ‘n Berries hosted its first Earth Fest in preparation for Earth Day. The Festival highlighted booths with...

Outdoor Academy's curriculum consisted of multiple outdoor trips and activities. Students were given opportunities to learn outside, as well as learn about the environment around them.
Students attend Outdoor Academy boarding school, build strong relationships
April 23, 2025
Amongst eight teams, Midtown’s Black History Bowl (BHB) team won the second annual district-wide competition after months of preparation.
Black History Bowl team wins district competition, aims for future expansion
April 14, 2025
RIVER RESTORATION: Finding the Flint coordinator of six years Hannah Palmer (far left) raises awareness about the importance of conserving the 344 mile Flint River while giving tours to community members. (Courtesy of Hannah Palmer)
Finding the Flint fights river misuse, educates community
April 10, 2025
TWIN FLAMES: Seniors Ava Johnson (left) and Cate Barton (right) have been friends for six years and were voted “soul sisters” by the senior class. (Courtesy of Hayden Sheehan)
Senior superlatives ceremony honors students
April 8, 2025
Opinion
LAYOFF PROTESTS: Numerous retired CDC workers and other Atlanta community members have gathered outside the CDC headquarters for demonstrations to support workers affected by the 1,300 layoffs from DOGE.
CDC budget cuts risk U.S. health, Atlanta jobs
Ayan Amin • May 1, 2025

One major element in President Trump’s sweeping reform of the federal government has been layoffs and budget cuts to major federal agencies. Among the most affected...

THRIFTING CHANGES: As thrifting is becoming a trendy pastime the true purpose is being lost. What is meant to be an affordable way to shop it is now becoming unattainable.
Thrifting is turning into fast fashion
April 23, 2025
AI DESTRUCTION: As students begin to rely more heavily on AI the negative environmental ramifications must be considered and addressed.
Academic use of AI is destroying the environment
April 17, 2025
DELETED WORDS: Since the beginning of the Trump administration countless words have been deleted from government websites.
Essential freedom of speech threatened by DOGE and Trump administration
April 11, 2025
STUDENT PRESENCE: As it stands the Midtown Foundation lacks any student involvement, this has led to a lapse in effectiveness
Student representation necessary on Midtown Foundation
April 8, 2025
News Briefs
Trump signs three executive orders on Apr. 27
April 30, 2025
The Southerner honored by Quill & Scroll
April 28, 2025
State Sen. Jason Esteves launches bid for Georgia Governor
April 23, 2025
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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Counselor Lamar Young passes away

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Freshman Sebastian Hansen took on his first featured TV role on the set of the film "Lisey’s Story," as Scott Landon in 2020. As an actor, Hansen manages the challenge of balancing school and filming.

Freshman actor Hansen stars in Minecraft Movie

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Lamar Young [right] stands with fellow counselors. Young served as a counselor for 15 years at Midtown, providing critical support for students and parents.

Treasured counselor Young passes, leaves enduring impact

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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the main hub for Delta Airlines, which is also celebrating its centennial this year.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport marks centennial, recognized for legacy of growth, innovation

Sports Briefs
Knights boys lacrosse defeat McIntosh, Carrolton
April 21, 2025
Soccer Senior Night on April 17
April 16, 2025
89th annual Masters Tournament begins in Augusta
April 11, 2025
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Multimedia
Midtown makes comeback with school spirit
Hannah Silver
Student Life Briefs
Spring Sing May 1
April 30, 2025
Journalism and Communication Booster Club Kickoff April 30
April 28, 2025
Battle of the Bands May 9
April 25, 2025
Humans of Midtown
Junior Ben Ille smiles in his AP English Language and Composition class.
Vale smiles after school.
Senior Sophia Li gathers her bags after finishing her 21st Century Leaders meeting.
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