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PUBLIC COMMENT: March for Our Lives co-presidents Audrey Lyons and Mariam Darb spoke in front of the Atlanta Public School board on Feb. 3. Their two-minute public comment was meant to raise awareness for their district-wide gun safety pledge for parents. (Courtesy of Atlanta Public Schools Board of Education)
Midtown’s March for Our Lives chapter releases gun safety parent pledge
Brennan Fritts • March 10, 2025

Midtown’s March for Our Lives club has organized a district-wide gun safety pledge for parents, officially sent out through the Principal Newsletter on Feb. 27,...

FULL RIGHTS: A crowd gathered outside Plaza Fiesta to protest President Trump's immigration policy and demand "full rights for all immigrants."
Protesters gather along Buford Highway for “A Day Without Immigrants” protest
March 4, 2025
RELIGIOUS LAWSUITS: In February, two lawsuits were filed against the Department of Homeland Security.
Local churches sue Department of Homeland Security for removal of Sensitive Places Act
February 28, 2025
The first segment Northwest Trail of the Atlanta Beltline has begun construction as part of a larger study to support historic and cultural preservation activities.
Atlanta Beltline conducts study, prioritizes historic, cultural preservation
February 26, 2025
ORGANIZED DISSENT: On Feb. 5, 2025, protesters gathered at every capitol building in the country to express concern and frustrations with the Trump administration.
Atlanta 50501 protests highlight frustration with first month of Trump administration
February 19, 2025
Sports
Coach Sandi Stein coaches players Katharine Cardwell, Sienna Burton, Sloane Crisler and Devon Dubose during tennis practice. After her retirement, Stein will focus her time on her pickleball career.
Sophomore Lauren Polk spends most of her free time in the barn, training and taking care of her horse. As she progresses, Polk hopes to train others and compete at the Olympics. (Courtesy of Lauren Polk)
Freshman Grail Johnson plays on the varsity volleyball team. In addition to volleyball, Johnson competes on the varsity basketball and lacrosse teams and potentially tennis.
Junior McKenzie Godfrey (in white) dribbles forward against Decatur on Feb. 6, 2024. Godfrey scored three goals. (Courtesy of Ida Centner)
Features
Hundreds of people gathered on Feb. 15 to participate in the annual Atlanta Mission 5K Race to End Homelessness.
5K race garners community support to end homelessness
Lillian Aynes • March 11, 2025

Despite the cold weather and rain, hundreds of runners gathered in Downtown Atlanta on Feb. 15 for the Atlanta Mission 5K Race to End Homelessness. This annual event...

FIGHTING HUNGER: Zero-Hunger Club co-founder Jesus Santana-Estrada discusses the club's initiatives during their third meeting on Jan. 9. The club has recieved high attendence at its meetings and service projects.
Zero Hunger Club addresses community food insecurity
March 6, 2025
SOARING SENIORS: Seniors Nate Kirkland and Weston Leverette are both currently working on getting their private pilot license. (Courtesy of Weston Leverette)
Seniors Leverette and Kirkland soar to new heights
March 3, 2025
Sophomore Lydia Berry plays at a Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) concert. (Courtesy of Lydia Berry)
Sophomore Berry finds meaning in music, excels as cellist
February 27, 2025
SAVING LIVES: Co-Founders of Midtown Knights for the Fight junior Ava Anderson (left) and sophomore Kai Chen (right) are pictured at the LLS Visionary Event.
LLS Chapter funds cancer research, prompts action
February 20, 2025
Opinion
INCREASED PRICES: As demand for medications like Ozempic continued to rise, the U.S. market for prescription weight reduction medications nearly doubled in 2023, from an estimated $5.1 billion in 2022 to $11.9 billion in 2023.
Wellness industry prioritizes profit over customer well-being
Aerin Jones • March 13, 2025

Historically, self-care has focused on meeting a person’s basic survival needs: food, water, shelter and hygiene. Today’s culture as self care grows as a trend,...

In 2024, 57% of students at Midtown scored proficient or better in Math. This graph compares school proficiency rates at Midtown to the district and state. (Data from APS Insights)
Pandemic-era learning losses still unaddressed, hurts education, students
March 7, 2025
PRISON CONVICTIONS: Georgia's average conviction far exceeds the national average, in order to combat this Georgia needs to look at the root of the problem.
Georgia’s prison conviction rates far exceed national average, requires change
March 3, 2025
Head to Head: Should presidential power be curbed in final months?
Head to Head: Should presidential power be curbed in final months?
February 28, 2025
CAPPED OFF: Atlanta's urban center is currently divided by the downtown connector, but with plans to cover the highway, Atlanta's downtown could be transformed for the better.
Atlanta’s Stitch Project crucial for improving urban environment, integration
February 26, 2025
News Briefs
Southerner named NSPA Pacemaker Finalist
March 13, 2025
Spring Forward
March 10, 2025
Rep. McBath completes first steps to enter Governors race
March 7, 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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COUNTING DOWN: One of the notable names among Biden's numerous final-day pardons is Dr. Anthony Fauci. Such a move serves as an important roadblock in preventing any persecution of Dr. Fauci by the Trump administration.

Biden makes final actions, pardons Dr. Fauci

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ORGANIZED DISSENT: On Feb. 5, 2025, protesters gathered at every capitol building in the country to express concern and frustrations with the Trump administration.

Atlanta 50501 protests highlight frustration with first month of Trump administration

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PRISON CONVICTIONS: Georgia's average conviction far exceeds the national average, in order to combat this Georgia needs to look at the root of the problem.

Georgia's prison conviction rates far exceed national average, requires change

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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

Sports Briefs
Boys soccer begins region play 2-0
March 13, 2025
Boys lacrosse loses to North Cobb
March 7, 2025
Girls lacrosse falls to Chamblee
March 4, 2025
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Multimedia
Experiences of living with gluten sensitivity, celiac disease
Cate Barton
Student Life Briefs
TSA State Leadership Conference 3/14
March 14, 2025
STEAM Event 3/13
March 12, 2025
Breakfast With the Board 3/11
March 10, 2025
Humans of Midtown
Ball leaves her daily lacrosse practice
Thompson smiles at lunch before heading to class.
French teacher Anne Holzhausen wears scarf she knitted.
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