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Atlanta VA Scandal as Ex-Social Worker Suspected of Selling Methadone to Recovering Veterans
In a troubling revelation from the Atlanta Veterans Administration Medical Center, Philip Fritz, a former social worker, has resigned amid allegations of illicit drug deals involving methadone with patients he was tasked to help recover from addiction. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, Fritz stepped down from his position while under investigation, with DeKalb County prosecutors still reviewing the case for possible criminal charges.
NAF To Empower Atlanta Homebuyers At Invest Fest
New American Funding (NAF) will be present at Invest Fest 2024, the premier national event focused on Black financial empowerment and entrepreneurialism, set to take place in Atlanta at the Georgia World Conference Center from August 23 – 25. The company will highlight its NAF Black Impact initiative for...
‘Fight Night’ Spotlights Local Black-Owned Businesses By Offering Throwback Prices
Peacock’s “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” will be making several stops throughout Atlanta to celebrate the series ahead of its launch on Peacock on September 5. Based on the acclaimed iHeart true-crime podcast, the series follows the infamous story of how an armed robbery on the night of Muhammad Ali’s historic 1970 comeback fight changed not only one man’s life but ultimately transformed Atlanta into the “Black Mecca.”
Run With Maud Virtual 5K & Meetup To Take Place Today In Atlanta: Here’s What You Should Know
This year’s Run with Maud Virtual 5K invites participants to honor Ahmaud Arbery’s legacy by running or walking miles from anywhere in the world. Those in the Atlanta area are welcome to join Wanda Cooper-Jones, Ahmaud’s mother, on the Westside Trail of the Atlanta Beltline as she completes her own Run with Maud Virtual 5K. Please note this is a self-supported run, so participants should bring their own water and nutrition.
Where are Georgia's departed transfers playing in 2024?
An update on what's going on with the Dawgs transfers. Whether it is due to coaching changes, a desire for increased playing time, or just a need for a fresh start, every college football team has players who transfer and Georgia is no different. Georgia is set to have over three dozen former players competing elsewhere across the college football landscape during the 2024 season.
5 Winners (and 3 losers) from Atlanta Falcons 2024 training camp
Winner: Michael Penix Jr. Things couldn't have gone more perfectly for the Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback. Penix stayed healthy throughout camp and consistently flashed talent showing why Atlanta made the reach that they did on draft day. The quarterback's early preseason action showed off his arm and comfort within the pocket.
Saturday's Report: HS football, HS scores, Henley at BMW; Falcons ouch, Tech vs. FSU in Dublin, Braves win; MLB, more college football, gambling, golf, NFL
📰S📰C📰O📰R📰E📰B📰O📰A📰R📰D. Houston County 3, Colquitt County 2; Houston County 8, North Cobb Christian 3. Valwood 2, Stratford 0 (25-17. 25-20) For the second straight day, Russell Henley opened with a birdie on a par 5. Then he followed up with...
Tabernacle Choir watch parties set for September in Tallahassee
The world-renowned Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square will perform two concerts in the Southeast in September: Sept. 7 in Sunrise, Florida, and Sept. 11 in Atlanta. The Tallahassee Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host watch parties on both dates. ...
Who can’t vote in the 2024 U.S. presidential election?
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The 2024 General Election is on Nov. 5, but not everyone in Georgia will be allowed to vote. According to the United States Government, and the state of Georgia, the following will not be able to register to vote in the upcoming election: Non-Citizens Non-citizens, including permanent legal residents, cannot vote […]
Gov. Kemp hosts small business roundtable
Along with other state leaders, Governor Brian P. Kemp hosted small business leaders for a roundtable discussion this week on civil litigation policies impacting the state's business climate and day-to-day affordability for hardworking Georgians. This is the first of three roundtable listening sessions on this topic Governor Kemp announced earlier this month to engage stakeholders from around the state which will ultimately inform policy proposals in the coming legislative session. “A little over a year ago, I announced my intention to work toward common-sense lawsuit reform while still bringing jobs to Georgia and maintaining our position as the No. 1 state for...
LIVE RADAR: Flooding Watch in effect until Sunday 8 PM
As rain continues to fall along the Florida-Georgia border, a flood watch remains in effect until Sunday at 8 p.m. Coastal Duval, Coastal Nassau, Inland Nassau, South Central Duval, Trout River, and Western Duval and southeast Georgia, including the following areas, Coastal Camden, Coastal Glynn, Inland Camden, and Inland Glynn.
Meet David Shanahan: Georgia Tech’s Irish Punter Making History
David Shanahan, Georgia Tech's punter, is set to make history as the first native of Ireland awarded a full college football scholarship in the U.S. He’ll have a rare opportunity to play at Aviva Stadium in Dublin during the matchup against Florida State, adding personal significance as he returns to his homeland. Shanahan's journey began with Gaelic football and rugby in Ireland, leading him to American football through the Prokick Australia program. His performance has been solid, averaging over 42 yards per punt last season, including a standout 71-yard kick in his freshman year.
Savage Pizza Is Expanding to Three New Locations
Henna Bakshi is the editor of Eater Atlanta. She has a decade of experience producing news at CNN, including food segments and a cooking show, and is also a seasoned wine reporter with a WSET (Wine and Spirits Education Trust) Level 3 degree. The iconic superhero-themed Savage Pizza from Little...
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