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Georgia doctor, CEO accused of failing to spot brain tumor has Kentucky license revoked
The Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure released an order on Monday revoking the license of a doctor accused of failing to diagnose a brain tumor while working for a western Kentucky hospital.
Starland Pizza jacket could lead to ID of burglar targeting businesses in Athens
The drive-thru appears to be a preferred way to enter a business for a burglar who has yet to be identified in Athens. Athens-Clarke police believe this late-night criminal entered the Burger King on Hawthorne Avenue on July 2 and the Dunkin Donuts on Prince Avenue on July 21. ...
Pair of 5-stars predicted to commit to Georgia
Five-star defensive linemen Justus Terry and Elijah Griffin are both projected to commit to the Georgia Bulldogs. The two elite defensive line recruits are visiting the University of Georgia over the last weekend in July. “I think those are two five-stars that it is hard for us to not see them in Georgia’s class,” said recruiting expert Steve Wiltfong of On3. “Even when Justus Terry committed to USC, if you would have asked me a minute after he announced to USC, back during the spring. Where I thought he would sign come December I would have said Georgia.” “I just think right...
Visitors list: Which recruits will be at Georgia this weekend?
Georgia will use the last weekend of July like many others — to take advantage of the last open recruiting weekend of its kind. This time next year, all of July will be a dead period. This year, the Bulldogs and everyone else nationally are hosting their end-of-summer cookout to bring top recruits on campus.
Georgia Lottery officials urge Powerball players to check tickets as $2 million prize is unclaimed
A winning Powerball ticket worth $2 million remains unclaimed in Georgia, it was reported, as the Georgia Lottery is urging players to check their mobile tickets to see if they have the winning one
Kirby Smart Shows He Just Doesn’t Get It With Latest Comments On Georgia Driving Offenses
The Georgia Bulldogs just can’t stop getting behind the wheel of a car and breaking the law. And if head coach Kirby Smart’s latest comments are any indication, that won’t stop anytime soon. Smart commented on the repeated troubles at SEC Media on Friday, and his answer showed that he’s entirely out of touch, Kirby […] The post Kirby Smart Shows He Just Doesn’t Get It With Latest Comments On Georgia Driving Offenses appeared first on BroBible.
School funding decision leaves Georgia students uncertain on AP African American studies credit
On Tuesday, the state superintendent announced that the state would not fund the AP African American Studies course for more than 4,000 students. Then he reversed his decision.
Athens Academy invests over $4.5 million in campus improvements
Before school ended last May, Athens Academy began construction and infrastructure improvements across their campus. This summer alone, the academy, which was ranked the No.1 private school in Athens and Northeast Georgia, is investing over $4.5 million in order to provide students and faculty with the optimal tools and spaces for teaching and learning. The projects range from major renovation of Erwin Hall and construction of a new tennis center to the repaving of all campus roadways and most parking lots for the over 150 acre land.
Check out these six murals around downtown Athens
Athens, Georgia is home to many murals of all shapes and sizes. The Red & Black has highlighted six of these murals that are located in downtown Athens for you to check out. “Hot Corner: An Athens Legacy,” painted on the side of the Costa Building, is an homage to Athens’s Black culture and businesses, as well as Hot Corner. Hot Corner was a hub of Black businesses in Athens in the early 20th century through the Jim Crow segregation era, stretching from Milledge Ave. to Lumpkin St.
Athens to host “Milledge Mile,” the 2024 Southern Region One-Mile Championship race
The Road Runners Club of America has hosted a Southern Region One-Mile Championship race since 2017, and this year, Athens’s very own Milledge Avenue was chosen as the location for the 2024 race to take place on Saturday, July 27 from 7-9 a.m. The RRCA was formed in 1958...
Ossoff: Congressional stock trading ban is ‘essential ethics reform’
(The Center Square) — A U.S. Senate committee's passage of a measure to ban stock trading by members of Congress is "essential ethics reform" and the first time such a piece of legislation has advanced, a federal lawmaker from Georgia said. The U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee passed a measure "built off of" one that U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, proposed: the Ending Trading and Holdings In Congressional Stocks — or ETHICS — Act. It bars members of Congress and their spouses...
PHOTOS: A look inside the Athens Fencing Club
Nestled inside the Georgia Square Mall, one can find the clash of sabres and buzzing at the Athens Fencing Club. Allen Schneider, the head coach of the club, trains and teaches youth and adult fencing classes every week. The club also hosts tournaments throughout the year, pitting the fencers against each other and with rival clubs.
Georgia officials say tests show improvement following pandemic
(The Center Square) — Georgia education officials say the 2023-24 Georgia Milestones results show "steady academic recovery" among Georgia's public school students following education disruption amid the pandemic. According to education officials, the results, released on Friday, reveal scores "increased or held steady" for 10 of the 13 English language arts, science and social studies assessments. However, math results were not available pending the implementation of new content standards and assessments. ...
Six Central Georgia Technical College athletes honored on 23-24 NCJAA All-Academic Teams
There are awards and teams of all types to honor college athletes, but most have to do with their performances on the field or court. We often forget the “student” part of student-athlete, but six Central Georgia Technical College Athletes did not. Caleb Senyo, Christian Torres, Keon Griffin,...
Georgia Theatre Company explains decision to shut down Beechwood Cinemas
Beechwood Cinemas closed its doors for good on Thursday. A lack in sales and attendance following the COVID-19 pandemic was the main reason Georgia Theatre Company President Bo Chambliss said the move was necessary. ...
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