🌱 Protection Of Forests At 'Cop City' + 'Year Of The Youth'

Hello again, everybody! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Atlanta Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now, including:

• Officials announced the protection of forestry at "Cop City" in Atlanta.
• Atlanta mayor deems 2023 the "Year of the Youth."
• Holeman & Finch Public House will officially reopen its doors for dinner on Feb. 9.

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Cloudy and cooler. High: 53 Low: 46.

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Here are the top five stories today in Atlanta:

1. DeKalb County and Atlanta officials announced Tuesday they would protect area forestry in the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center building. The 85-acre training center, named "Cop City," has been the center of conflict over the last few weeks between law enforcement and environmentalists opposing the expansive project for a year. (Atlanta Patch)
2. Mayor Andre Dickens declared 2023 the "Year of the Youth" in Atlanta on Monday. Dickens gathered with nonprofits, educators, clergy, businesses, and community supporters and celebrated the initiative. "When we show up for the youth, we show up for Atlanta. The programming we've created is truly going to help all of Atlanta's youth thrive," he said. "Whether they're 4 or 24, [it's] time to invest in the future generations and put them on pathways to success that will help us move Atlanta forward together." (City of Atlanta Government via Facebook)
3. After being closed for two years, Holeman & Finch Public House will officially reopen its doors for dinner on Feb. 9. It will offer over 100 seats, plus a patio, at its new Colony Square location. The restaurant first opened about 15 years ago with a creative spin on Southern American cuisine and whole-animal cooking. Holeman & Finch's double cheeseburger inspired its restaurant chain, H&F Burger, which has locations inside Ponce City Market's Central Food Hall, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Truist Park. (Atlanta Magazine)
4. Over 100 historical sites in Georgia will offer free admission for Super Museum Sunday – in person or online – on Feb. 5. Residents can experience the state's rich history and cultural life at historic sites, house museums, art museums, and more. To see the complete list of museums participating, click here. (WSB Atlanta)
5. Atlanta has plenty of events to celebrate and honor the achievements of African Americans during Black History Month. An abundance of places, rich with history, delve into the accomplishments Black Americans have made in society and the overcoming of hardships. Visit the link for more information regarding special events in and around Atlanta during February. (Champion)

Today in Atlanta:

• Art Exhibit: Calvin Couther At Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library (10:00 AM)
• Black History Month Trivia Challenge At Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library (10:00 AM)
• Friends And Family Four-Pack Deal At World Of Coca-Cola (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• OpenTable recently named two Georgia restaurants the "100 Most Romantic Restaurants In America for 2023." The Olde Pink House Restaurant in Savannah, known for its seafood caught daily in local waters, prime aged beef, and traditional southern fare, and Canoe in Atlanta, known for its popcorn ice cream sundae and jumbo lump crab cakes, made the list. (Atlanta Patch)
• Bed, Bath & Beyond is closing another 87 stores across the country, including one here in Atlanta, due to financial struggles. The chain is closing its Buckhead Station location at 1 Buckhead Loop. (11Alive.com WXIA)
• Grab your gal pals and laugh at the Galentine's Day Comedy Show! The show begins at 7:30 p.m. at The Starling Hotel in Midtown Atlanta on Feb. 13. (EventBrite)
• New townhomes have been listed for sale by Aviary Park, Starlight Homes Atlanta in the area. Available properties are 1,421 square feet three beds, three baths, and range from $289,900 to $296,900. Get all the property details at the link. (Atlanta Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update.

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is a freelance copywriter for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in journalism. She is a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.