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Former Falcons tight end, quarterback signs with division rival Panthers
Arthur Smith made some strange roster decisions over his tenure as the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. Among them was his insistence on converting former college quarterback Feleipe Franks into a tight end. To say things did not turn out would be an understatement. It was an utter disaster,...
Contribute to a mosaic for former President Jimmy Carter’s 100th birthday celebration
ATLANTA, Ga. (WALB) - The Carter Center is asking for the public’s help in celebrating former President Jimmy Carter’s birthday. “Let’s celebrate his extraordinary life and legacy!”, states The Carter Center in their post on social media platform X. President Carter’s birthday is on October 1,...
Georgia’s Korean War Veterans Honored with Wreath-laying Ceremony
Duluth, July 26, 2024 – Atlanta’s Korean community commemorates the sacrifices of U.S. War Veterans in their services during the Korean War at a wreath-laying ceremony at Club 1818. Ten sets of wreaths are presented in honor of the sacrifices of Korean War Veterans. The annual event is...
Braves centerfielder Michael Harris hits unfortunate setback in injury rehab
If you were to survey Braves fans right now, you may come to the conclusion that the sky is falling. It's been a rash of injuries lately for Atlanta (sadly the theme of 2024), and the play on the field hasn't left many fans inspired. Many are hopeful reinforcements are...
Firms Defend $110 Million Conservation Easement Tax Deduction
An Atlanta business is challenging in the US Tax Court a $40.7 million penalty imposed by the IRS over a conservation easement donation deduction of almost 1,700 acres of North Carolina land. Pine Forest Reserve LLC and Adoette Holdings LLC, two LLCs with an Atlanta mailing address, have petitioned the...
Atlanta’s New Health-Focused Series Created With On-Air And Podcast In Mind.
WABE Atlanta is partnering with Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health for a new weekly radio show and podcast focused on public health. The series, titled Health Wanted, is hosted by infectious disease researcher and social media science star Laurel Bristow. The series will cover a wide range of subjects, from Ozempic and the ozone to epidemics and extreme heat. Health Wanted will also feature expert interviews and answers to listener questions.
Democrats' Rising Star Kamala Harris Gears Up for Pivotal 2024 Campaign Launch in Atlanta
Vice President Kamala Harris, now the Democrats' presumptive presidential nominee, is set to make a significant return to Atlanta on July 30, marking her first campaign event in Georgia for the 2024 presidential race. In a report by WABE, a source familiar with her plans detailed the upcoming campaign stop, though additional specifics on the visit's itinerary are yet to be made public.
Cam Kirk Went From A Business Admin Major At Morehouse College To A Photography Studio Business That He Says Has Made Over $6M
Former Morehouse College President Dr. Robert Michael Franklin Jr. once called the institution the “International Headquarters for Black Male Excellence” during a school-wide address. As the president at the time and an alum, many could argue his opinion was slightly biased. However, the institution makes a solid case for the claim when considering notable alums… Continue reading Cam Kirk Went From A Business Admin Major At Morehouse College To A Photography Studio Business That He Says Has Made Over $6M
Dragon Con 4-Day Passes: Enter for Your Chance to Win!
Enter below for your chance to win FOUR 4-day passes to Dragon Con!. This is where you want to be on Labor Day Weekend! Dragon Con is a five-day event celebrating science fiction, fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music, and film, and one of the largest conventions of its kind in the world. Dragon Con takes over downtown Atlanta, at The Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Hilton Atlanta, Courtland Grand Hotel, Westin Peachtree Plaza and AmericasMart. People travel from all over the world to attend it, and it only happens here…in Atlanta!
Support the future of woodworking at the IWF Silent Auction
ATLANTA — Woodworking professionals and supporters of skilled trades can bid on exciting items and experiences at the International Woodworking Fair 2024 Silent Auction. This fun and charitable event raises funds for the Woodwork Career Alliance (WCA), a non-profit dedicated to developing the next generation of woodworkers. Bid for...
Duncan Names Zeke Pinkham Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator
KENT- Golden Flashes head baseball coach Jeff Duncan has named Zeke Pinkham as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator in advance of the 2024-25 season. Pinkham comes to Kent State from Georgia Tech, where he served as an assistant coach for the past five seasons under former Kent State skipper Danny Hall. Pinkham worked primarily with the catchers in addition to his assistant coach duties. He helped Kevin Parada win the Buster Posey and Johnny Bench catching awards before becoming a first-round draft pick. In his five seasons in Atlanta, Georgia Tech won 30-plus games in four full-seasons and made three...
11:11 Realty Group joins Keller Williams Heart of Atlanta
11:11 Realty Group has joined the Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta office of Keller Williams Heart of Atlanta Group. 11:11 Realty is led by Esther Ozuna, who currently serves as the president of the Women’s Council of Realtors Atlanta and sits on the board of directors of the Atlanta REALTORS® Association. Previously, she served as marketing director for the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP).
Dunwoody begins Edge City 2.0 seminars
Starting Aug. 22, city of Dunwoody and local leaders will begin a seminar series exploring growth options for Dunwoody’s Perimeter area at DEL FRISCO’S Double Eagle Steakhouse Atlanta at 236 Perimeter Center Pkwy NE Suite 120, Dunwoody, GA. According to a press release, the series will dive into...
I-Team: Thousands ticketed by school zone cameras set up further from the school than law allows
ATLANTA - Atlanta schools start back next week, but the FOX 5 I-Team has already found more school zone cameras that may be ticketing drivers unfairly. The I-Team's continuing investigation into automated traffic cameras found two in southwest Atlanta set up two streets away from an elementary school, which is located at the end of a dead-end road. Yet, the cameras still hand out tickets, with thousands of people cited for speeding through a school zone.
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