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Join the excitement at the upcoming Empowerment Summit, where bright minds and innovators gather to inspire change and shape the future. Attendees can expect powerful keynote speakers, engaging workshops, and invaluable networking opportunities. This event promises to fuel your passion for personal and professional growth, making it a must-attend for everyone looking to elevate their journey. Media Credit: Sheriff Keybo Taylor — Empowerment Summit 2023

Join the City of Columbus on January 17, 2026, for the official MLK "Dream Lives" Celebration. They invite the community to honor the legacy and vision of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a Walk of Unity starting at 9 AM at the Judicial Center. The program will follow at 10 AM at the Columbus Convention & Trade Center. This event is FREE and open to the public. Together, they celebrate that the Dream Lives On! Media Credit: Columbus Consolidated Government — Join the Community to Honor MLK’s Legacy this January

In a critical decision made on Wednesday, the Fulton County Commission voted against continuing much-needed financial support for veterans' services and withdrew $3 million in funding for arts organizations. This outcome is deeply concerning, especially given assurances from some commissioners about maintaining the support that our community has come to rely on. With historical budget underruns ranging from $50 to $100 million annually and discussions about potential millage rate adjustments, the decision seems at odds with available resources. Furthermore, the needs expressed by the Public Defender for additional staffing, ongoing for the last two decades, remain unmet. These developments call for continued advocacy for veterans and the arts, as their contributions are vital to our county's identity and growth. It's imperative to press on towards a future where Fulton County unites in support and recognition of its veterans and arts. Stand with us in pushing forward this important cause. #FultonForward #OneFulton #SupportVeterans #ValueTheArts #CommunityAdvocacy Media Credit: Marvin Arrington Jr — Marvin Arrington Jr. Speaks Out Against Cuts to Veteran Services and Arts Funding: A Call to Support Fulton County’s Community!

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