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Fords Rally To Halve Match At Palmer Cup
July 6, 2024 | Men's Golf LAHINCH, IRELAND – North Carolina's David Ford and Maxwell Ford won four straight holes on the back nine to tie their foursomes match and earn a half point for the United States Saturday in the 2024 Palmer Cup at the Lahinch Golf Club in Ireland. The Fords, Peachtree Corners, Ga., natives and rising seniors at UNC, trailed 4 down with only seven holes to play, but made birdies to win the 12 th , 13 th , 14 th holes and evened the match with a par on the 15 th hole. The Fords...
DeKalb County Welcomes Young Anglers to 'Gateway to Fishing' Event in Decatur
DeKalb County is casting out a line to young anglers with an invitation to its Gateway to Fishing Program, a partnership between DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 17, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Chapel Hill Park's fishing pond in Decatur, the event is shaping up as a prime opportunity for youth to reel in some fun while learning the ropes of fishing.
Investigation Continues After 2-Year-Old Found Dead in Hot Car in Georgia
A heartbreaking incident unfolded recently as a 2-year-old child in Georgia was found dead after spending an extended period inside a hot car. The Cobb County Police confirmed that the child had not been intentionally left in the vehicle. The shocking discovery occurred around 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in Marietta, Georgia,...
National Runners Gather in Atlanta for the Spirited 55th Annual Peachtree Road Race
The streets of Atlanta witnessed the convergence of running aficionados from all corners of the country this Fourth of July, all with one objective in mind - to conquer the 55th annual Peachtree Road Race. According to a report by GPB News, among the participants were the dynamic souls of the Atlanta Run Club - varied in age, diverse in experience, yet unified in their chase for the finish line.
Hall of Famer makes rare public appearance at Braves game
Atlanta Braves fans were treated to a rare visit from their legendary former skipper on Saturday. Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox made a rare public appearance during the Braves’ game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park. Cox was shown on the videoboard in between innings and received a standing ovation from the Braves... The post Hall of Famer makes rare public appearance at Braves game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
U.S. Cities With The Most Black-Owned Businesses
The African American community is no stranger to entrepreneurship. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, Black Americans own 3.5 million businesses, employing over 1.2 million people. These entrepreneurs are at the forefront of a new generation of wealth and ownership for the Black community. However, Black-owned businesses thrive more in some American cities than others. As more Black entrepreneurs emerge, where are the best destinations to set up shop? Here are the U.S. cities with the most Black-owned businesses, according to a new survey from LendingTree.
Harlem Globetrotters perform for kids at Wild Adventures
VALDOSTA – The Harlem Globetrotters recently showcased their skills to a group of kids at Wild Adventures during Celebrate America. Wild Adventures Theme Park welcomed a group of children from Holistically Anchored, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing mental health resources to underserved populations in South Georgia, for a special meeting with the Original Harlem Globetrotters.
Drake London drops big hint about Falcons’ new offense
The Atlanta Falcons have been as frustrating an offensive team as any over the last few years, but things may be very different in 2024. New Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson is installing a new offense in Atlanta, and early indications are it will be much more pass-heavy and run much faster. Wide receiver Drake... The post Drake London drops big hint about Falcons’ new offense appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Gunfire damages building in Midtown Atlanta, police investigating
ATLANTA - Atlanta police are investigating a shooting that shattered windows at a midtown business. Officials say the shooting happened Saturday night at the headquarters of investment company Invesco, which is located on the 1300 block of Spring Street. That night, officers received reports of shots fired but did not...
Member of the 2023 Braves announces he expects to retire after this season
Things seem to be winding down for former Brave Kevin Pillar this season. So much so that Pillar recently told Bob Nightengale of USA Today that he plans to retire following the 2024 season. Pillar spent last season with the Braves, his only season with Atlanta out of his 12 year career.
ChangeX, LEGO Foundation Launch Play-Focused Fund To Support Community Projects Across America
ChangeX, the community engagement platform, has launched a new $130,000 play-focused community fund, with support from the LEGO Foundation, to empower communities across the US to create more playful experiences for children. The LEGO Foundation is dedicated to ensuring children globally can learn through play, develop critical skills and reach...
Global Black Diaspora To Unite For Birth Of A New Nation Global Peace Summit In Atlanta
A groundbreaking initiative is set to unfold this August as Black, Afro, and Indigenous representatives from nations, tribes, clans, governments, and civil societies worldwide converge in Atlanta for the inaugural “Birth of a New Nation” Global Peace Summit. The summit is dedicated to promoting unity and collaboration among...
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