The closing note for the Tri-Cities Community Issue is both a love note and a call to action from East Point resident LeJoi Lane, who asks, “What will you use to help keep the community upright?”

Striving to frame stories in a way that captures nuance and authenticity requires great intention. Here’s more on our approach to making sure the first thing you see—the headline—is pitch perfect.

Angie Uddullah has been involved in the Norcross Issue from the very beginning. It’s only fitting that she gives the final (for now) word on the city she called home.

Reflecting on what we reported on in South DeKalb, and what’s to come for our future community coverage

Canopy Atlanta’s stories center communities directly affected by civic issues.

Our Forest Park Issue editors, Beth McKibben and Floyd Hall, welcome readers to the community.

A note from our West End Issue editor, Gavin Godfrey