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Atlanta filmmakers secure grants for Scots-Irish history and music documentary
ATLANTA, Georgia— Atlanta-based filmmakers Chris Moser and David Hughes Duke have announced that their upcoming documentary, “The Scots-Irish – A Musical Journey,” has received significant grants from Scottish Heritage USA and the ACT Giving Program. The documentary, set to be a two-hour feature for public television in the U.S., U.K., and Ireland, aims to explore the impact of the Scots-Irish on Western democracy, interweaving narrative, and traditional music.
Dr. Anthony Fauci to Headline the 33rd Annual Book Festival at Atlanta's Marcus Jewish Community Center
Dr. Anthony Fauci, widely recognized for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and his service as chief medical advisor to multiple presidents, is slated to headline the 33rd annual Book Festival at the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta this November. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, Fauci's book, "On Call: A Doctor’s Journey in Public Service," which details his experiences and became a New York Times #1 bestseller, will be in the spotlight when he speaks at the event on November 3.
Atlanta Dream Make Big Announcement About Upcoming Game vs. Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever
The Atlanta Dream are fighting for a spot in the WNBA playoffs, and their next two opponents won't make it easy. On Friday, the Dream will take on Brittney Griner and the Phoenix Mercury, and on Monday, August 26, they will host Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. A few days prior to the ...
Kirby Smart says Clemson season-countdown sign 'catches people's eye'
Georgia's head coach sat down with Aflac sponsors ahead of the Kickoff Game to answer some 1-on-1 questions, and here's what he had to say. Georgia head coach Kirby Smart will have a lot to say over the next week as the Bulldogs enter Clemson week. As that Week 1...
Athens paving the way for 211 Mile Georgia Hi-Lo Trail
It is no secret that traveling throughout the state of Georgia predominantly requires the use of highways and cars. In 2019, Mary Charles Howard, founder and local cyclist, sought to change that with the Georgia Hi-Lo Trail Initiative. Howard noted the success of Athens’ Firefly Trail, which spans 39 miles...
Midsummer Nights Dream roll on Carrollton Ave
The Krewe of Oak rolls through O.A.K. Midsummer Night Dream with Theme Big Titty Takeover with Queen Nikki Miner and King Andrew Quaid will rule over the Krewe of O.A.K. from the balcony of Maple Leaf reigns on Saturday, August 24, 2024. #midsummernightdream.
Charles Barkley: Community colleges in Alabama ‘make life better’
OPELIKA — Alabama’s community colleges are a solid pathway to career opportunities that help residents make life better for themselves and for the state, according to NBA Hall of Famer and Emmy Award-winning sports analyst Charles Barkley. Barkley shared his thoughts during a visit to Southern Union State...
Derek Griffith Tops Saturday's Oxford 250 Practice Charts
When the Super Late Model practice for Sunday’s Oxford 250 Super Late Model race ended on Saturday, it was a familiar name atop the chart. Derek Griffith, of Hudson, NH, posted a fast time of 15.412 seconds in the No. 12 SLM to lead all 49 drivers who participated. Close behind for second-fast time was Jeff Taylor in the No. 88 with a time of 15.481 seconds around Oxford Plains Speedway.
Paul's Pot Pies Celebrates 40 Years on Marietta Square
MARIETTA — Gerry Cottrell, of Marietta, said three great things came out of New Jersey: Bruce Springsteen, saltwater taffy and Paul’s Pot Pies. Every few weeks for the past eight years, Cottrell has been visiting the pie shop on Marietta Square to pick up 14 small chicken pot pies for his son. While his son is a die-hard chicken fan, Cottrell said he and his wife personally love the shepherd’s...
Loran Smith: Kirby’s First Ten
When Kirby Smart arrived on the scene in late December 2015, the first thing incumbent staff learned about Georgia’s new head football coach was that his pace was extraordinarily intense, his energy level exceptionally high, and his work ethic unparalleled. That it was his first year, didn’t matter—he expected...
Emerson launches initiative to rebuild the community in upcoming academic year
The college launched an initiative aimed to “build a stronger, more equity-centered Emersonian community” following campus protests in the past semester, according to an email college officials sent to the community Friday. Led by four college officials, the initiative, called EmersonTogether, will offer events, discussions, trainings, performances, and...
University of Georgia to build new freshman dorm
The University of Georgia will break ground on a 125,000 square foot new freshman dorm in late September, according to a University System of Georgia report. The dorm building, currently called building 2266, will be able to house 565 students, helping to accommodate for increased housing needs following recent enrollment increases. UGA’s first-year class increased from less than 5,500 students in fall 2019 to more than 6,175 students this fall 2024, according to a statement from UGA.
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