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'Chomping at the bit': Classic Center Arena closing in on finishing construction
With the recent announcements of the home opener for the Athens Rock Lobsters hockey team and The B-52s returning to the town of their birth for the inaugural concert, the Classic Center Arena is rounding third and heading for home. Classic Center President and CEO Paul Cramer said at The...
Chick-fil-A dethroned as America’s best fast food restaurant, report says
(Gray News) - Chick-fil-A has been dethroned as America’s best fast food restaurant, according to USA Today. The Atlanta-based fast food restaurant was crowned No. 1 on the publication’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards for nine consecutive years. However, this year, the restaurant dropped to No. 3.
BrandsMart USA Opens New Location in Kennesaw
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Your favorite brands at the lowest prices. BrandsMart USA is opening up a new location in Kennesaw where customers can enjoy 110% lowest price guarantee!. President of Aaron’s and BrandsMart USA Steve Olsen shares more about the company’s expansion and hot deals. BrandsMart...
Dedication of Rebuilt Newnan High School To Be Held Sunday, July 28
The public is invited to tour the newly rebuilt and restored Newnan High School on Sunday, July 28, following a 2:00 p.m. dedication ceremony held in the new Max Bass Athletic Complex. Major work on the high school is being finished this week in preparation for the new school year....
Man Lands at World’s Busiest Airport With Just 7 Minutes to Make Connection
A video of a man who "raced through America's biggest airport" in seconds to catch his connecting flight has gone viral on TikTok. The clip was posted by Phil Stringer (@phil.stringer) and has garnered 3.5 million views since it was posted in late April. The footage was captured at Hartsfield-Jackson...
Krispy Kreme offers free donuts due to cybersecurity outage
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Need a little pick-me-up to kickstart your weekend?. After Friday’s global cybersecurity outage, Krispy Kreme is offering a free glazed donut from 5 to 7 p.m. while supplies last. The deal is limited to one per guest, and no purchase is necessary. PREVIOUS...
Smoke ’em if you got ’em: Studio 16 ready to light up Athens
ATHENS — With a combination of the finer things in life, Studio 16 Cigar Lounge offers a unique experience to its clients. The downtown Athens lounge has been open for four months but s officially kicking off its offerings of premium cigars, curated libations, and gourmet culinary delights Saturday at noon.
Official groundbreaking held for Lankford Corner
Note: The following item was provided by the City of Cedartown for publication – KtE Though it only took a few seconds for the golden shovels to make a dent in the dirt, today’s official Lankford Corner groundbreaking signifies the beginning of a project that’s been nearly a decade in the making. Residents can expect […] The post Official groundbreaking held for Lankford Corner appeared first on Polk Today.
Hawks lose to Bulls in Elam Ending extra time, 103-99
The Summer League Hawks once again aimed to secure their first win of the 2024 campaign. Zaccharie Risacher and Mouhamed Gueye missed this contest with injuries, but Dylan Windler made his return after a one-game absence. Keaton Wallace warmed things up with a pull up three-pointer. Like the last couple...
Atlanta Beltline Project Gains Momentum Towards 2030 Completion
Recently on The Rashad Richey Morning Show, President & CEO of the Atlanta BeltLine, Inc., Clyde Higgs provided an update on Atlanta’s transformative Beltline project, emphasizing its significant economic impact and community benefits.
Potential Braves outfield trade target would disrupt valuable clubhouse culture
Among the league's obvious outfield trade targets is current Chicago White Sox Tommy Pham. With Atlanta's desperation to find improved outfield offensive production attaching Pham as a possible target. The outfielder has been one of the few pieces that has worked well for Chicago. Cashing in on the veteran's success, the White Sox will be moving on from the veteran.
Georgia football scholarship breakdown after David Daniel dismissal
Here is how the 2024 scholarship roster looks for the Dawgs in terms of athletes on scholarship. This offseason saw the Georgia Bulldogs sign 29 players in the 2024 class and add nine players via the transfer portal. With the team parting ways with defensive back David Daniel, by our best calculations, 29 signatures and nine transfer portal additions would put Georgia at 87 scholarship players on the 2024 roster, but that number is likely to be 85 on scholarship in year one right now, with two delayed until 2025. Unlike in 2021, seniors who decide to take advantage of the COVID-19 waiver for a super senior season will count toward the 85 scholarship limit. That number does not need to be met until fall camp, so there is plenty of time for additional attrition.
Georgia's Achilles Heel Identified For 2024 Season
Georgia might be the top dog in college football entering the 2024 season, but the Bulldogs aren't bulletproof. ESPN recently revealed areas of concern for teams in its post-spring top 25 poll and listed a suspect pass-rush as Georgia's biggest question mark. "Georgia lost only one game last season ...
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