BeltLine officially seeks builder for the complex Northeast Trail Segment 3 and its connector trails through south Buckhead. Plus: Fulton's Reparations Task Force delivers a 615-page report on harm done to Black residents, the 90th Dogwood Festival returns to Piedmont Park with a new entry fee, and A.J. Robinson announces retirement after 23 years leading Downtown Atlanta Progress.
BeltLine Officially Seeks Builder for Complex Northeast Trail Section
Atlanta Beltline Inc. has released an Invitation to Bid for the 2.8-mile Northeast Trail Segment 3 and four connector trails. The federally funded project will close a gap over Peachtree Creek and active rail lines.
Development & Housing
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Buckhead's Third Luxury Condo Tower Breaks Ground Near St. Regis
Kolter Urban has started construction on the 20-story Elyse Buckhead at 102 W. Paces Ferry Road. The 194-unit project has already logged nearly $60 million in presales, with one-bedrooms starting just under $1 million.
Food & Drink
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Chirori Shows Why Casual Sushi Works So Well in Atlanta
The 14th Street omakase spot offers $99 dinner tasting menus and excellent a la carte nigiri. The hamachi with pesto and o-toro with fresh uni are standouts.
Politics & Policy
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Fulton's Reparations Task Force Delivers 615-Page Report on Harm Done to Black Residents
The task force's comprehensive report documents historical harms from slavery through urban renewal and recommends policy changes. Fulton becomes one of the largest counties in the nation to produce such a study.
Community
3 stories90th Dogwood Festival Returns to Piedmont Park with New Entry Fee
For the first time in its 90-year history, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival will require a nominal entry fee. Organizers say the fee is necessary for the event to survive as costs have surged 25% to 35%.
Business
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Hypersonic Startup Hermeus Hits $1B Valuation, Moves HQ from Atlanta to Los Angeles
The Atlanta-founded defense aviation company raised $350M in Series C funding and will relocate headquarters to El Segundo. The Atlanta facility will remain open for production.
Sports
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Braves Take Series from Angels, Lopez Gets Suspension Reduced After Brawl
Atlanta went 8-5 over their first 13 games after winning the series in Los Angeles. Reynaldo Lopez appealed his suspension from the bench-clearing brawl and got it reduced.