Health Equity: A new Atlanta Journal-Constitution opinion argues Black doctors are being worn down by the same inequities they’re trained to fight, citing research that Black physicians die at more than twice the rate of white doctors. Education & Community: Georgia Career Institute’s beauty school in Rockdale County is closing Oct. 1 after losing accreditation, with teach-out options offered for students. Youth Health: CDC data released from Atlanta shows encouraging improvements in U.S. high school mental health and diet from 2023 to 2025, including fewer students reporting sadness, hopelessness, and serious suicide thoughts. Tech & Culture: Roswell’s Atlanta India Festival featured hands-on AI sessions for students and young professionals, while a Hindi Divas event at the India Consulate in Atlanta highlighted language, culture, and practical AI uses. Arts & Public Life: Drag performer Bob the Drag Queen brings his “Now Clap!” tour to the Fitzgerald Theater, blending comedy with personal stories. Local Governance: Savannah’s candidate town hall put Flock surveillance cameras and data centers in the spotlight, alongside reproductive freedom and healthcare access. Georgia Spotlight: Actor Anupam Kher received a commendation from Gov. Brian Kemp for contributions to cinema, education, and the arts.