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Editor's Note | Collin Kelley

The Atlanta City Council's vote on "Cop City" – the derisive name given to a controversial police and fire training facility – has dominated the news for weeks. On Wednesday, after 17 hours of public comment, the council voted to approve the facility despite public opposition.

If you've been eagerly-awaiting the opening of the Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail, grab your bike or running shoes because the first paved segment is now open.

The Candler Park Music Festival – one of the largest outdoor concert events to be held since the pandemic began – is this weekend. You'll need proof of vaccination or a COVID-19 test for entry.

Tomorrow marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. As you pause to reflect, take a moment to read Toni Morrison's elegiac poem written in the days after the event.

TOP STORY

Atlanta City Council approves 'Cop City' training facility
despite public opposition

The Atlanta City Council voted 10-4 on Wednesday night in favor of the controversial public safety training facility – nicknamed “Cop City” by opponents – after 17 hours of public comment where 70% of the callers spoke out against the facility. Read the full story at this link.

NEWS

First segment of Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail
is now open

The first segment of the Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail is now open. Trail users will now be able to continue their walk, ride, or roll another 0.8 miles from the southern terminus of the Westside Trail at University Avenue to Pittsburgh Yards. Read more at this link.

ARTS & CULTURE

Candler Park Music Festival returns with rock, jazz, funk and more

The Candler Park Music Festival returns this weekend for two days (Sept. 10-11), featuring a full lineup of live music, craft beers, food trucks, an artist market, and good times in the park. Read more at this link.

STUFF TO DO

Weekend Fun

Art at the Park
Sept. 11 - Madison Yards

Fall Atlanta Home Show
Sept. 10-12 - Galleria

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