Sunday, January 12, 2014 Posted by Debby Yoder, AROUND METRO ATLANTA — The face of America’s police departments has changed considerably in recent years. Gone are the police cars with the bubble light atop and “to protect and serve” emblazoned on the doors. Many of today’s police wear military style uniforms and drive re-purposed militaryContinue reading “Police Protection?”
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Food Fighters
Saturday, November 23, 2013 Posted by Debby Yoder, ATLANTA, GA — The food truck industry in Atlanta has grown tremendously in a very short time. They appear regularly around the metro area and people flock to try something new and different. The city was slow to get in on the food truck business due toContinue reading “Food Fighters”
March
Saturday, September 7, 2013 Posted by Debby Yoder, DECATUR, GA — Two days after commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington, Congressman John Lewis gave the keynote address at the Decatur Book Festival. He was there to introduce the first installment of his comic book trilogy March, a firsthand account of his involvement inContinue reading “March”
Unhoused in Portland
Sunday, August 25, 2013 Posted by Debby Yoder, PORTLAND, OREGON — The efficiency of Portland’s land use and preservation of natural resources has made it a very livable city with an ever-growing population. The people are friendly and outgoing and there’s always something fun to do. Areas that were once warehouses or light industrial haveContinue reading “Unhoused in Portland”
Roller Derby
Saturday, August 10, 2013 Posted by Debby Yoder, ATLANTA, GA — Roller derby is an exciting sport played on old fashion roller skates (the four wheelers). No ball is involved; it’s all about a skater trying to pass the other skaters for points. Both teams are playing offense and defense at every moment. There isContinue reading “Roller Derby”
Mixed Use: The Historic Cemetery that Feels Like A Public Park
Saturday, March 23, 2013 Posted by Debby and Hubert Yoder, ALTANTA, GA — Oakland Cemetery, right in the heart of Atlanta’s Grant Park neighborhood and not far from downtown, was established in 1850 before the concept of public parks had emerged. Back then people would go to the cemetery to picnic, spend time outside and enjoyContinue reading “Mixed Use: The Historic Cemetery that Feels Like A Public Park”
The Ruins
Saturday, February 9, 2013 Posted by Debby and Hubert Yoder, DECATUR, GA — Just off the busy Clairmont Road corridor in Decatur lies Mason Mill Park, a neighborhood green space with a very interesting history. Not far from Emory University, it sits adjacent to a public library and provides playgrounds, tennis courts, and walking trails. The parkContinue reading “The Ruins”
Atlanta’s Warped Civil Right Legacy: The Sad Story of Paschal’s Restaurant
Saturday, January 19, 2013 Posted by Debby and Hubert Yoder, ATLANTA GA — The historic Paschal’s Restaurant and Motor Hotel, where much of the civil rights movement was launched, stands in ruins. Across the street shines a brand new Wal-Mart. Parts of the neighborhood are undergoing renovation with new condos and strip malls, while Paschal’sContinue reading “Atlanta’s Warped Civil Right Legacy: The Sad Story of Paschal’s Restaurant”
The Georgia Aquarium: Sanctuary for Sea Creatures or Playground for the Rich?
Sunday, January 6, 2013 Posted by Debby and Hubert Yoder, ALTANTA, GA — For a city that conference-goers in particular love to hate, the Georgia Aquarium offers a unique sanctuary of sorts. Opened in 2005, the aquarium is the world’s largest. From the moment you walk through its doors you are transported to a magical place. TheContinue reading “The Georgia Aquarium: Sanctuary for Sea Creatures or Playground for the Rich?”
“Stay the Nite, or Stay Forever…Free Wi-Fi”
Saturday, October 13, 2012 Posted by Debby Yoder, DOUGLASVILLE, GA — For years I have driven by the extended stay hotels in my community and pondered about the people who occupy the rooms. There is little industry or tourist appeal here, so the large number of hotels has always puzzled me. I assumed the roomsContinue reading ““Stay the Nite, or Stay Forever…Free Wi-Fi””
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