Freshman Sydney Eaton competed at the U.S. Youth National Team (USYNT) Training Camp in Chula Vista, California from Sept. 8-15. Eaton was initially recognized and scouted while playing for Tophat on her U-15 Girls Academy Gold team. She received an email from a USYNT director inviting her to the training camp. Eaton believes this will...| the Southerner Online
President Trump is scheduled to meet with the top four congressional leaders on Sept. 29, before the government funds are set to run out on Sept. 30. which would lead to a government shutdown, unless Trump and Capitol Hill leaders reach an agreement. If a government shutdown does occur, Federal workers, including military personnel, would...| the Southerner Online
Stretching from the Piedmont region down to the marshes of southwest Georgia, the Flint River has been at the heart of Georgia communities for generations. The 350-mile-long river has provided cultural significance, farmland and irrigation, all while sustaining one of the most biodiverse freshwater ecosystems in the Southeast. Federal funding for the Flint River has...| the Southerner Online
The Trump Administration initiated a series of actions aimed to cut government funding for libraries, museums and other nonprofit organizations. This has raised concerns related to infrastructure, education, literacy and community engagement that millions of people rely on. On March 14, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to eliminate the Institute of Museum...| the Southerner Online
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Spanish 3 and 4 classes will be combined for the first time this year. French has followed this model for a few years, giving students experience with mixed-level learning. “Honestly, being in a combined French class has been a good experience,” sophomore Rashad Grant, a French 3 student, said. “It gives me an opportunity to...| the Southerner Online
For 12 years, Julianna’s Coffee and Crepes, known for its Hungarian-style crepes and warm atmosphere, was a staple for Inman Park locals, until one day it was suddenly closed. On the door, a tiny notice read, “Julianna’s Coffee and Crepes permanently closed due to nonpayment of rent.” A representative from Julianna’s could not be reached...| the Southerner Online
Midtown’s chess club meets every Monday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Mr Kantor’s room, room A410. Pizza will be provided!| the Southerner Online
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a non-profit organization that distributes federal funds to public radio and television stations throughout the U.S., recently declared that it will be shutting down at the end of the fiscal year on Sept. 30. This announcement followed a $1.1 billion budget cut signed into law by President Donald Trump, which...| the Southerner Online
After four years of relying on reused laptops, Atlanta Public Schools has issued new Chromebooks to all students. Each computer comes equipped with an extra camera and stylus and is meant for more efficient student use. Media Specialist Brian Montero believes it was time for the old Chromebooks to be replaced. “A lot of the...| the Southerner Online
After facing staffing difficulties during both the summer and beginning of season, Isaac Seals has been hired as the new head coach for the cross country team. He has been a coach for 33 years and has previously coached at Riverwood International Charter School for both the boys’ and girls’ team. Seals hopes to help...| the Southerner Online
Dear editors, I am not going to college yet. This is why. I have a vague memory of standing in front of my garage with my grandma. She asked me, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I was 5 years old and the world was wide open. I have a clearer...| the Southerner Online
