Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
- Buckhead, GA
Kiri is committed to true, pure community journalism. She earned her bachelor's in journalism from the University of Florida before going on to write for her hometown newspaper and other community newspapers. She then earned her master's from the Knight Foundation's fellowship for community journalism at the University of Alabama in 2010.
She is completely dedicated to writing stories that are powerful, make a difference and mean something to people, as well as stories that are memorable.
Posting Activity
Buckhead|News|
Weekend Planner: Shop for a Cause; Y'all Camp Fest
Check out what's happening this weekend.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
North Druid Hills-Briarcliff, GA|News|
Weekend Planner: Walk, Wag 'N' Run, Concert Series & More
Check out what's happening this weekend.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
Macy's Eighth Annual 'Shop for a Cause' Means Saved Lives and Saved Dollars
Shoppers will receive a one-day 25 percent discount with a $5 donation to March of Dimes.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
Moms Group For 'Gun Sense' Issues Statement About McNair Elementary Shooting
The group issued a statement regarding the incident at McNair Elementary on Tuesday when a gunman entered the school and fired shots.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
Man Shot at Benihana on Peachtree Road
The victim does appear to have been targeted by the shooting suspects.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
North Druid Hills-Briarcliff, GA|News|
Volunteers Needed to Clean Up Druid Hills Middle Cross Country Track
The volunteer event takes place Saturday, 1-6 p.m. at the school.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
North Druid Hills-Briarcliff, GA|News|
DeKalb Police Call Precinct Consolidation "A Positive Move"
A DeKalb Police spokesman said the consolidation of precincts will achieve "more manpower per precinct to address crime."
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
Lincoln Southeast Named Receiver of Buckhead West Office Complex
The Buckhead West office complex is located near the intersection of I-75 and Howell Mill Road.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
Woman Paralyzed After Unknown Man Drops Her During Buckhead Bar Assault
The man has not yet been found.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
Atlanta City Council Approves $98K Purchase of Buckhead Property for New Park
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Dunwoody, GA|News|
Boneheads Reopens with New Menu Items from Celebrity Chef Mark Miller and New Look
The new menu options offer a variety of exquisite tastes for a price that makes your wallet just as happy as your belly.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
North Druid Hills-Briarcliff, GA|News|
Whistleblower: Briarlake Road Project Contract Denial Was Act of Retaliation
The whistle-blower sued DeKalb County and was granted the project contract.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
North Druid Hills-Briarcliff, GA|News|
School News: Lakeside Football Community Night; Recycle Old Legos
Check out what's happening at our local schools.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
North Druid Hills-Briarcliff, GA|News|
Good Growth DeKalb Calls for More Time on Church Rezoning
The DeKalb County District 2 Community Council will meet on Tuesday, August 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library, 1282 McConnell Drive, Decatur 30033.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
North Druid Hills-Briarcliff, GA|News|
Interim DeKalb CEO Lee May to Attend Cityhood Meeting Tuesday Night
The meeting will be held at Glenn United Methodist Church from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
LEGOLAND Offers Free Child Ticket with School Supply Donations
The LEGOLAND school supply drive runs through Aug. 31.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
Buckhead Crime Blotter: 200 Pairs of Shoes, Nutella Sandwich Spread Stolen
Roundup of recently reported crimes from Buckhead's Zone 2.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
Free Classes at Piedmont for Cancer Victims, Survivors and Caregivers
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
Buckhead|News|
Atlanta City Council to Honor Beloved Restaurateur Dante Stephensen
Check out what else is happening this week in Buckhead: Jezebel's Most Eligible Atlantans Party and Camp Gladiator Bootcamp.
Kiri Walton, Patch Staff
