Seniors with the Georgia Council of Aging met at the Capitol on Thursday, Feb 11. They spoke with senators and their local representatives to influence current and future legislation regarding senior care, housing and affordable...
All photography and video by Zaire Breedlove/Fresh Take Georgia.
On Saturday Feb. 1, 1,000 Georgia residents gathered at the intersection of Buford Highway and Clairmont Road at Fiesta Plaza shopping mall in Chamblee for a...
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter died on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024 in his Plains, Georgia home. Read more to learn about his lifetime of humanitarian efforts with the Carter Center and Habitat for Humanity.
Low-income communities across Atlanta face dangerous health concerns because of their proximity to toxic waste sites, historically caused by environmental racism. Citizen groups like the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance work to empower residents and improve environmental conditions in these communities.
The Laughs, Llamas, and Pajamas event on Nov. 21, 2024 invited participants to donate pajamas to homeless women and children supported by My Sister's House, a ministry of Atlanta Mission. The event featured llamas and local comedians, and guests were encouraged to come dressed in festive PJs to celebrate the holiday season.
Kava is the national drink of Fiji and has deep cultural ties to the South Pacific Island region. The drink is popular among the sober curious movement in America for its relaxing effect, without the drawbacks of alcohol. Kava Mama, a bar in Atlanta, serves this beverage to support the sober community.
After years in the fashion industry, Lisa Crossley was determined to create an apparel line that empowers girls and gives back to her community. She founded her fitness fashion brand GIRLSTRONG Inc. to accomplish that mission.
After learning that stray animals would be euthanized if she took them to a shelter, Samantha Shelton knew she had to help and sprung into action. She founded the nonprofit Furkids and has since saved the lives of tens of thousands of furry friends.
Leah Hernandez wanted to help share stories written by diverse young authors. She created Young Authors Publishing to provide a voice to those who are often silent.
While Carol A. Crumby has scaled back her active roles in her community due to post-polio symptoms, her commitment to restoring the overall quality of life for different communities throughout metro Atlanta is stronger than ever.
