Inner East Athens Neighbors

06/19/2026

06/17/2026

06/15/2026

Go vote tomorrow! Dexter is the only way we can move forward together 🤟🏽👌🏽

Tomorrow is the runoff election, Athens! This is your last chance to vote ! Share this graphic today to help spread the word and to remind your friends & neighbors about this historic moment!

I would be honored to have your vote as we work to bring Athens together and get things done! Let's bring it home!

06/12/2026

Go Vote! Dexter Fisher for Mayor!! 💪🏽

05/31/2026

I recently listened to Mayor Dickerson speak about how a grocery store was successfully brought into a food desert through the use of a Tax Allocation District (TAD). It was a powerful reminder that solutions exist when leaders are willing to think creatively and act boldly.

Too often, we hear what cannot be done. For years, ACC has been quick to explain why certain projects won’t work, why investments can’t happen, or why underserved communities must wait. Yet over the last seven years, many of us have been saying and proving that it can be done.

The success of this grocery store is proof. When there is vision, commitment, and a willingness to use the tools available, communities can attract investment, create opportunities, and improve quality of life.

As always, we must be careful not to dismiss possibilities simply because we don’t fully understand them. Instead of focusing on barriers, let’s focus on solutions. Our communities deserve leaders who ask, “How can we make this happen?” rather than, “Why it can’t be done.”

The proof is right in front of us.

05/19/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Our Inaugural Scholarship Recipients! 🎉

The Inner East Athens Neighbors Association, Inc. is proud to announce the recipients of our inaugural scholarship awards! Originally, we planned to award one scholarship, but after reviewing the outstanding applications, leadership, and community involvement of these remarkable young women, we decided to award TWO $1,000 scholarships.

✨ Shachara Michelle Collins
• 3.7 GPA
• Attending Albany State University
• Majoring in Nursing

Shachara has demonstrated outstanding leadership and dedication through her involvement in HOSA, cheerleading, Student Advisory, community service, youth mentoring, and serving as a camp counselor. She is also a certified phlebotomist with a passion for healthcare and helping others.

✨ Kelly Marie Clark
• 3.63 GPA
• Attending the University of South Carolina
• Majoring in Marine Sciences & Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Kelly has balanced academics, employment, extracurricular activities, athletics, and community service with excellence. Her leadership and commitment to serving others truly stood out.

These young women represent the bright future of our community, and we are honored to support them as they continue their educational journeys.

Please join us in congratulating Shachara and Kelly on this incredible achievement! 🎓💙

05/15/2026

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🎓 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS ANNOUNCEMENT 🎓

The applicants were so amazing this year that we made the decision to award

🏆 TWO SCHOLARSHIPS 🏆
Instead of just one!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

We are incredibly proud of the outstanding young people in our community and excited to recognize two deserving students for their hard work, leadership, and achievements.

📍 Cedar Shoals High School
📅 Monday, May 18, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
🎖 During the Awards Ceremony

Join us as we celebrate the future leaders of our community!