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JScreen’s reproductive genetic test screens for 224 genetic diseases and disorders that put Jews at risk.
January 10, 2024, 1:17 pm
Manischewitz, JScreen Partner for Genetic Screening
The old-line marketer of kosher products and the genetic testing program that utilizes the most advanced medical technology find that they share some common interests.
By Bob Bahr
A banner strung between the trees near the planned site of Atlanta’s police training facility.
December 27, 2023, 10:46 am
YIR: Jewish Activists Oppose ‘Cop City’ Construction
The controversial project calls for construction of an 85-acre, $90 million police and fire training center, on 300 acres that the City of Atlanta owns across the city line in DeKalb County.
By Dave Schechter
One Small Step is aimed at getting people talking across the political and cultural divide.
October 11, 2023, 11:20 am
Marcus and Blank Partner for Conversations
The program, which just expanded to Columbus, Ga., aims to bridge the political and social divide in America.
By Bob Bahr
Kenny Orkin affixes a mezuzah to the Hillel Center named in honor of his family // Photo Credit: Andrew Davis Tucker/UGA
September 13, 2023, 10:03 am
Hillel Dedicates New Center at UGA
New $6 million facility will serve more than 1,100 Jewish students, which have doubled over the last decade.
By Bob Bahr
Larry Stevens, Wayne Keil, Michael Coles, and Billy Bauman are a mighty part of the incoming Hillel Board.
May 24, 2023, 11:21 am
Hillel Welcomes New Director and Board
Former board chair Michael Coles presided over awards, growth, and leadership strides at the Temple on Peachtree on May 18.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
March 29, 2023, 10:40 am
Atlanta Celebrates Israel’s 75th Anniversary
Plans for festivities are in place to honor 75 years of Israel’s statehood.
By Fran Putney
With the new expansion, Camp Twin Lakes will be able to serve 13,500 children with medical, emotional, and other life challenges annually.
March 3, 2023, 1:37 pm
Camp Twin Lakes Expansion Boosts Community Impact
The camp, which serves children with special needs and health issues, has opened a third campus.
By Fran Putney
RootOne works with 48 Jewish organizations to fund trips to Israel for 10th-, 11th-, and 12th- graders.
March 3, 2023, 1:19 pm
RootOne Expanding Teen Trips to Israel This Year
Program provides $3,000 for a three-week program for each high school student who qualifies.
By Bob Bahr
Ramah Darom
December 15, 2022, 10:26 am
Imagining the Future of Jewish Summer Camps
Atlanta conference brings hundreds to discuss the future of an enterprise labeled "Judaism with a smile."
By Dave Schechter
Bernie Marcus
December 15, 2022, 10:21 am
The Lowdown: Bernie Marcus
After being fired at the age of 49, Marcus teamed up with Arthur Blank and Ken Langone to build a better hardware store, The Home Depot.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Trade Talks USA has received several grants from the Marcus Foundation to stimulate interest in construction trades.
October 13, 2022, 11:27 am
Marcus Foundation Gives $250K for Workers Education
National shortage of construction workers is impacting a construction industry that is poised to rebuild the nation’s infrastructure.
By Bob Bahr
The newly emerging field of neurotheology is aimed at bringing together the study of religious experience and brain science.
September 29, 2022, 10:56 am
Does Prayer Change Our Brain?
Researchers at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health have pioneered the study of religious experience and its effect on the mind.
By Bob Bahr
March 15, 2022, 5:06 pm
A Thank You for this Year’s Festival
Michael Morris shares his gratitude to the Atlanta Jewish Times' community and corporate partners with the festival.
By Michael Morris
RootOne expects to apply $3,000 travel vouchers for 7,000 teens this summer.
February 24, 2022, 5:45 pm
RootOne to Bring 7,000 Jewish Teens to Israel
The sixty-million-dollar program is funded by the Marcus Foundation.
By Bob Bahr
Group of kids in forest by bonfire with mushmellows. created by senivpetro
January 26, 2022, 5:36 pm
Putting Southern Camping on the Map
There’s a new jewel in Atlanta’s Jewish organizational crown, and its focus is on youth!
By Chana Shapiro
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