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Jim Bowden talks a blockbuster Braves trade for Jazz Chisholm
The Braves will be active at this year’s trade deadline; Alex Anthopoulos is known for wheeling and dealing, but there’s a clear and obvious need to upgrade this offense. If Atlanta’s pitching staff doesn’t throw a gem, the Braves lose. It’s that simple. Over the last 26 games when an opponent scored more than three runs, the Braves lost, an unsightly 0-26.
Refurbished Basketball Court Named After Dominique Wilkins Unveiled At Atlanta YMCA
'I’m super-excited to be a part of the Hawks and State Farm’s new Good Neighbor Club and help continue to impact the local youth at the Andrew and Walter Young Family YMCA.'. The “Human Highlight Film,” Dominique Wilkins was bestowed another honor in April when the Atlanta Hawks...
Cobb Recommends Approval for Church Farmers Market
MARIETTA — The Cobb Planning Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to recommend approval of a land-use permit to allow a north Cobb church to host a weekly farmers market. Zoning staff had recommended approval for a temporary 24-month permit to St. Andrew United Methodist Church of Marietta, subject that the hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday only, along with other stipulations. The Blackwell Farmers Market in...
Athens restaurant roundup: Fourth of July closures, Culinary Boot Camp, Panera Bread’s new breakfast sandwiches and more.
Independence Day is upon us, and many Athens restaurants have closed their doors to provide their staff with a chance to celebrate the holiday. Others are offering new weekly specials, promos and more. Check it all out in this week’s restaurant roundup. Restaurant Closures. Several local restaurants will be...
Athens weekend preview: The Fourth of July, a music festival, wrestling and more
The Red & Black compiles a weekly roundup of shows and events for the upcoming weekend. This weekend includes Fourth of July festivities, wrestling at Southern Brewing Co. and the Classic City American Music Festival. The Red & Black compiles a weekly roundup of shows and events for the upcoming...
Hazel sworn in as new superintendent
There is a new superintendent for the Troup County School System. Dr. Rachel Hazel was sworn into the role during a special called school board meeting on Monday. All board members were present, some of the newly elected board members who will take office next year, TCSS educators and other community members also showed up. […] The post Hazel sworn in as new superintendent appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Northwest Georgia's July 4th Plans
Today celebrations are planned in Rome, Calhoun and Cartersville. Cave Spring’s traditional Fourth of July Parade is set for 9 a.m. Parade participants will line up between 8:15 and 8:45 a.m. before heading through the downtown district. Motorized vehicles and horses go to Perry Farm Road. Those who prefer to walk gather at the old depot on Alabama Street. ♦ Rome’s Patriotic Party in the Park — at Ridge Ferry...
White County Warriors 2024 Football Preview
We tell you everything you need to know about the 2024 White County High School football team in this preview, including roster changes and what fans can expect from the Warriors this season. 2023 Stats. Overall Record: 5-6 Points Scored: 376. Points Allowed: 334. Key Losses. The Warriors have a...
Sweet Land of Liberty Parade returns Saturday
The Junior Service League of LaGrange is set to host the 40th annual Sweet Land of Liberty Parade on Saturday, July 6. The annual kids parade will begin at 10 a.m. at the LSPA parking lot, go up Bull Street and end at the Sweetland Amphitheater. The theme for this year’s parade is “Red, White, […] The post Sweet Land of Liberty Parade returns Saturday appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Gwinnett considers keeping general fund millage rate same as last year, but with no rollback
With no rollback, rate is considered a property tax increase. The Gwinnett Board of Commissioners has announced that it is considering keeping the general millage rate fund the same as last year at 6.95 mills. However, at 6.95 mills, it will be .45 mills above the rollback millage rate. While the total digest of taxable property is prepared, Georgia law requires that a rollback millage rate be computed that will produce the same total revenue on the current year’s digest that last year’s millage rate would have produced had no reassessments occurred. For 2024, Gwinnett’s rollback millage rate is calculated at 6.5 mills. Since the 2024 millage rate the Board of Commissioners is considering is 6.95 mills, or .45 mills above the rollback millage rate, state law requires commissioners to announce a property tax increase.
MPD Reports: Suicide threats and mental health issues prompt welfare checks; domestic disputes
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period June 20 – 27, 2024. Due to the length, this report has been split into five parts. This is the third part. Please note an arrest or charge does not constitute a conviction. Dispute Non-Violent –...
Shay Youngblood, Author and Playwright, Has Died at 64
Shay Youngblood, playwright and novelist, has passed away in Peachtree City, GA at the age of 64. Her friend, Kelley Alexander, said the cause of death was ovarian cancer. Youngblood’s works, which include the short story collection The Big Mama Stories (1989), the novels Soul Kiss (1997) and Black Girl in Paris (2000), and her first play, Shakin’ the Mess Outta Misery, centered the lives of Black women and Black queer women.
Brookhaven official blamed for mishandling Fla. contract, allowing company to charge extra $2.5M
The Broward Office of the Inspector General says Steven Chapman mismanaged a contract when he worked for the City of North Lauderdale, costing residents millions.
Chair of Georgia Democratic party says she continues to support Biden candidacy despite performance on Atlanta debate stage
ATLANTA — The Chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia called President Joe Biden's performance in the Atlanta presidential debate "not a good night." However, U.S. Representative Nikema Williams said she would continue to support his re-election campaign. "Right now, President Biden is the only person who can make...
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