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Atlanta Journal-Constitution Wednesday, January 25, 2017 MEYER AWARD B2 News: metronewsajc.com Delivery: ajc.comcustomercare or 404-522-41 41 PUBLIC SAFETY Latest dog attack intensifies anger Third incident in SW Atlanta neighborhood leaves man hospitalized, families and officials unsettled. Logan Braatz, 6, was killed Jan.l7ashe walked to his school bus stop. A schoolmate was also hurt. could have been prevented, according to the families and animal experts. "The Braatz family is shocked, appalled and saddened this has already happened again," a family statement released Tuesday said.

"We have our worries that something bigger is at play with dogs in this area." the owner had not been located Tuesday, police said. The latest attack happened six days after kindergarten student Logan Braatz was killed as he walked to his school bus stop. A 5-year-old schoolmate was seriously injured and will spend weeks in the hospital, her family has said. John Lee Billups survived his attack and remained at Grady late Tuesday. But all three attacks one of two dogs as it mauled the man early Monday, possibly saving the victim's life.

When officers arrived, John Lee Billups was unconscious, with severe lacerations to his arms and face, according to police. Billups, 48, was rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital while investigators By Alexis Stevens astevensajc.com Less than 24 hours after the funeral for a 6-year-old boy attacked by dogs, another man was attacked in the same southwest Atlanta neighborhood. A Chappell Road resident shot BRAVES MOVE TO COBB REMEMBERING EDDIE LONG Mourners say goodbye to bishop Funeral is today for New Birth's pastor, Bishop Eddie L. Long. By SheliaM.

Poole spooleajc.com Lines of mourners and those simply curious began arriving at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church Tuesday morning for a public viewing for Bishop Eddie L. Long. The influential and controversial megachurch pastor died Jan. 15 of cancer at age 63. Inside, two lines formed as people signed guestbooks before being ushered inside to view the body of Long, who lay in repose in the front of the cavernous Lifhonia sanctuary.

A human chain of ushers kept the line moving quickly like a well-oiled machine. Florist vans pulled up to the entrance as delivery drivers brought in plants and mostly white and off-white floral arrangements that were placed next to dozens more on display in the vestibule. Nestled between two rows of PHILANTHROPY The issue of who must pay for improvements in and around SunTrust Park could present new Cobb County chairman Mike Boyce with a serious challenge, henry taylor henry.taylorajc.com Cobb may owe much more for stadium searched for the dogs, described as pit-bull mixes, and their owners. One dog was captured, but Boyce said after the meeting. "In conjunction with (district Commissioner Bob) Ott and the board and the county manager, we're going to bring definition to that $14 million.

Why is that? Because it goes to my thing about good faith and trust between us and the Braves." Questions remained following a presentation Tuesday from two engineers representing the team who outlined the projects the team maintains the county and Cumberland Community Braves continued on B8 ient, or recipients, of his cash blandishments. Don't kid yourself. Should Mitchell name names, an already unpredictable mayoral race could be pitched into a blender and pureed. Buckhead Coalition President Sam Massell, 89, himself a former mayor of Atlanta, selected the members of Wednesday's beauty pageant. In alphabetical order: Peter Aman, a former chief operating officer at City Hall; Coun-cilwoman Keisha Lance Bottoms; state Sen.

Vincent Fort; Councilman Kwanza Hall; Council President Ceasar Mitchell; Council-woman Mary Norwood; Michael Insidercontinued on B5 Braves say county hasn't fulfilled promise to spend $14M on infrastructure, despite outlay. Attacks continued on B2 flowers rested a coffin with carvings on the top and at its head, more flowers arranged in the shape of New Birth's emblem. Inside, Long lay dressed in red shoes and wore red and white clerical robes and a cape with gold trim. Around his neck rested a large gold cross, and there were several rings on his fingers. Gregory B.

Levett and Sons Funeral Home Crematory was in charge of arrangements. The funeral program starts at 10:30 a.m. today at New Birth. Long will lie in repose 8 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.

prior to the funeral. Wesley Culpepper, who lives in DeKalb County, was there with his family. "We're very familiar with his work in the community," Culpepper said. Although not a member, Culpepper said he and his family "simply wanted to pay our respects to him, his family and his church family." Long continued on B5 ALSO INSIDE Information about Eddie Long's funeral, B5 Jim Kennedy, chairman of Cox Enterprises, announced a $2 million James M. Cox Foundation gift toward the Centennial Olympic Park expansion and renovation.

HYOSUB SHIN HSHINAJC.COM Atlanta's residents and visitors." Cox is the parent company of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. As part of the expansion plan, the Georgia World Congress Center expects to create a new pedestrian plaza, revamp the park's amphitheater, install a bike Gift continued on B8 REPLACE YOUR OLD WINDOWS WITH NEW ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS AND SAVE UP TO 40 OFF YOUR ENERGY BILLS Cox gives $2M for Centennial upgrades ByMerisLutz mlutzajc.com After spending tens of millions on infrastructure improvements in and around SunTrust Park, Cobb County could be on the hook for more. The Braves say the county has not fulfilled its obligation to fund $14 million on transportation infrastructure. County officials say they are working with the team to 2 early turning points in mayor's race identify what projects may count toward that commitment. Cobb Transportation Director Jim Wil-gus wrote in an internal memo obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that the county has already spent $69.5 million.

The issue could present the first serious challenge to new Chairman Mike Boyce, who ran on transparency with regards the Braves deal. "There's a new sheriff in town," hold only 180 or so. It will also be largely white, monied, and more than slightly Republican. Gift bags for the candidates will include a copy of Donald Trump's "The Art of the Deal." The paperback edition. Elsewhere in the city, at about 4 p.m., a more somber note will be struck.

That's when E.R. Mitchell 63, owner of a prominent construction company, is scheduled to make an appearance before a federal judge. Mitchell is expected to plead guilty to paying more than $1 million in bribes to secure city of Atlanta contracts. Sentencing is likely to be delayed while Mitchell works with prosecutors to build cases against the recip Foundation joins other donors to help Olympic park grow, shine again. By Ernie Suggs esuggsajc.com The James M.

Cox Foundation has donated $2 million toward the expansion and renovation of Centennial Olympic Park as part of a multimillion-dollar effort to spruce up the downtown landmark. The Georgia World Congress Center, which oversees the 21-acre park, is trying to raise $25 million to develop the site, the most visible legacy of the Atlanta Olympic Games in 1996. Jim Kennedy, chairman of Cox Enterprises and grandson of company founder James M. Cox, announced the gift. "Cox Enterprises was honored to be an early supporter of the 1996 Olympic Games," Kennedy said.

"Under Billy Payne's leadership, we knew it would be a success and an important part of our city's legacy. That legacy continues today through Centennial Olympic Park. This expansion will allow the park to be an even greater gathering place for Jim Galloway Political Insider The year has barely begun. Even so, today could produce a pair of turning points in the 2017 race for mayor of Atlanta. Eight of the top candidates will make their first side-by-side debut at an invitation-only Buck-head Coalition lunch.

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