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New top prospect, names on move in MLB's latest Braves Top 30 update
This past Tuesday, it was announced that MLB Pipeline had updated the Top 30 prospect rankings for every team, which resulted in many different changes to those lists. In all, the Braves saw a new No. 1 prospect sit atop the farm system, as well as numerous names both rise and fall throughout the Top 30, with some even making their debuts. Alongside that, Atlanta was not represented in the Top 100 overall prospects list, but do have one-to-two names who could join that group in the very near future.
New real estate rules go into effect Aug. 17 nationwide
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Starting Saturday, Aug. 17, a new set of rules go into place for people looking to buy or sell a home nationwide. These changes will affect how people buy, sell and sign contracts with realtors. But in Georgia, the effect will be more mental than physical.
Rise and Grind: Thrown into the deep end
Welcome to Rise and Grind, a daily series where I start every morning by tackling what's on my mind about Georgia football. If you want to start your mornings on a high note, wash your face, start your coffeemaker, and get ready to Rise and Grind. A phrase that Kirby...
Gov. Brian Kemp extends State of Emergency in response to Tropical Storm Debby cleanup
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp extended on Wednesday the State of Emergency initially ordered on Aug. 3 to continue providing relief for flooded areas in Georgia and along its coast caused by Tropical Storm Debby. The State of Emergency, which was set to end on Thursday, was extended through Aug. 20 to allow for...
Police: Employee suspected of $4,200 worth of iPhone thefts at FedEx in Athens
Athens-Clarke police detectives are investigating the alleged in-house thefts of merchandise at the FedEx facility on Olympic Drive. Police began their investigation on Tuesday after an executive with FedEx reported they had evidence that an employee working as a truck driver was stealing packages, according to the report. The employee was seen taking packages...
High School Football Week Zero Action
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Georgia High School Association and Sunshine State Athletic Association kicked off the 2024 regular season on August 16. The Paxon Eagles soared to a thrilling 22-20 victory over the West Nassau Warriors, thanks to a dramatic goal-line stand that set the tone for their season opener.
Recreational Sports associate director finds meaning in movement
To Lance Haynie, recreation goes far beyond a few laps in the pool or a pickup basketball game. As the associate director for programs in the Department of Recreational Sports, he takes his part in the Division of Student Affairs’ holistic approach to student health seriously. “I’m a big...
Lavonia Kindness Month Focuses on Helping Animals at the Shelter
The City of Lavonia is continuing its kindness initiative this month by turning its attention to helping animals in need. At the Lavonia City Council meeting earlier this month, Mayor Courtney Umbehant encouraged citizens to donate to the local animal shelter. Umbehant noted recently that as of June this year,...
17,000 Workers at AT&T Southeast Strike Over Unfair Labor Practices
ATLANTA, Ga. (WSAV)—Communications Workers of America (CWA) employed by AT&T Southeast are on strike to protest labor practices committed by management during negotiations for a new union contract according to their press release. The strike will involve over 17,000 technicians, customer service representatives and others who install, maintain and support AT&T’s residential and business wireline […]
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