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Sandy Springs launches Citizens Leadership Academy
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The food hall at Ashford Lane in Dunwoody will reopen this fall, operated by the nationally renowned food hall operators Politan Row.
Renowned food hall designer to pilot Ashford Hall space By ALEXANDER POPP alex@appenmedia.com ATLANTA — Renowned New Orleans-based food hall proprietor Politan Row recently announced it will be taking over operations of the food hall in the Ashford Lane development starting later this year.
Ashford Hall held The Hall at Ashford Lane until July, when it was abruptly closed under a cloud of employee and customer complaints. The venue will now feature nine individual Politan Row food stalls and two bars, operated alongside their other projects across the country. In an announcement earlier this
month, Politan Row officials said the new Dunwoody facility will feature a roster of Atlanta culinary talent, including Tandoori, Pretty Little Tacos, Gekko Hibachi, as well as several new players including 26 Thai, Smokehouse Q and Sheesh.
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SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Citizens interested in government, civic responsibility and community leadership now have an exciting opportunity to learn from local leaders, thanks to the new Sandy Springs Citizens’ Leadership Academy. Starting in October, the Sandy Springs Citizens’ Leadership Academy will offer four months of classes on a wide range of topics from city management and community development to public safety and emergency management. Classes will be taught by city staff, Sandy Springs City Council members and Mayor Rusty Paul. “At the completion of the program, participants will have developed a deep understanding of the structure, functions, and responsibilities of local government, providing the tools and knowledge needed to actively engage with their local government and take on leadership roles within their community,” officials said. The initial academy, which is limited to 30 participants, will include nine sessions between Oct. 10, 2023, and Feb. 20, 2024. Officials said the class will cost $35, and applications will be accepted through Sept. 15. For more information on how to apply, visit sandyspringsga.gov/ sandy-springs-citizens-leadershipacademy.