“Killer Mike” Proclamation Day in Atlanta
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The Atlanta city council honored Killer Mike for his civic activism and voter registration efforts by proclaiming July 17 ” Killer Mike Day” in Atlanta.
Activist want Dekalb police officer fired for beating a homeless woman
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Activist is demanding that the Dekalb police officer seen in a viral video beating a homeless woman last month is fired. Right now officer P.J. Larsheid has been put on restrictive duty. Activist will hold a press conference today ( July 18, 2017) to pressure Dekalb leaders to get involved.
Chess game helps develop critical thinking skills
Chess champion Orrin Hudson is using the game of chess this summer to teach young people to develop critical thinking skills and apply the skills to life choices. Orrin Hudson has a four day summer strategic leadership camp that starts today ( July 18, 2017) call 770-465-6445 to sign up.