Greg Tanner and his family live a few hundred yards west of Orme Park. In January Tanner heard some unconfirmed reports of coyote sightings by neighbors on Elkmont whose properties abut the creek that runs through the park. Hearing the reports reminded Tanner of a time a few years ago when a neighbor’s daughter witnessed…
By: Jack White, VHCA Board President Coyote sightings have been reported intermittently in VaHi and adjacent neighborhoods for the last decade. Coyotes have been in the metro Atlanta area for at least a quarter-century, often using riparian and power line corridors that offer relatively safe entry and passage. A coyote was recently photographed in the…
On February 14, 2013 reports from four sidewalk sub-committees were presented to members of City Council and city government. Links to the presentations can be found below. Peggy Berg, Chair of the VHCA Sidewalk Committee, presented on red tape in the city’s sidewalk process and on neighborhood initiatives. The sub-committees recommended a comprehensive approach to…
The second annual Intown Ten Road Race will take place on the streets of Virginia-Highland this Sunday March 3. Race start time is 8 AM. Streets should be clear of runners by 9:30 AM. There will be no road closures for the event, but traffic will be stopped at intersections as runners pass. Race organizer…
Atlanta Public Schools officials met Thursday evening at Grady High School with parents and other concerned citizens to discuss this week’s shooting at the high school, as well as issues related to it. Officials praised Grady administrators and staff for their quick response to the incident. However, there was acknowledgement of gaps in existing security…