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PR specialist dishes out details about entertainment industry
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Known as the “Hollywood of the South,” Atlanta is home to plenty of well-known singers, actors, models and more — and Ra-Fael Blanco has worked with a number of them. Blanco, a public relations specialist, came to Atlanta News First to...
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...
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 ...
Marshall football matchup with Georgia State gets a time change
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Thursday night Marshall football home date has been bumped up an hour from the previously slated start time, the school announced. The Thundering Herd’s Oct. 17 matchup with Georgia State has been moved to a 7 p.m., according to a news release from Marshall Athletics. The game was previously slated to kick off at 8 p.m.
Exclusive: Atlanta Black Pride Weekend Announces Keke Palmer, Billy Porter, Tamar Braxton Performance Ahead Of Celebration
As the summer heat intensifies, so does the anticipation for one of the most momentous events of the year: Atlanta Black Pride Weekend. This year, history will be made as Atlanta Black Pride Weekend joins forces with Global Black Pride for the first-ever Global Black Pride in Atlanta, set to take place from August 26th to September 2nd, 2024.
Falcons predicted first-time Pro Bowler would confirm Arthur Smith was a fraud
While former Atlanta Falcons head coach and new Pittsburgh Steelers OC Arthur Smith proved himself to be a solid offensive coordinator with the Tennessee Titans, his time in charge of the Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder experiences shows that he was incapable of building a winning football team when given the keys to everything.
Clarke Central rallies back from large halftime deficit, defeats Oconee County by one
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and his wife, Marty, were in attendance for Week 2 of Friday Night Lights as Clarke Central rallied back from a 21-point halftime deficit to beat Oconee County 37-36. Kemp was honored as a Gladiator Great and got to do the coin toss. He was part of the 1979 Clarke Central state championship football team, and his wife happened to be a cheerleader there just a grade or so younger. ...
Dozens of Griffin residents ordered out of their homes immediately by city officials
GRIFFIN, Ga. - A Griffin city inspector ordered more than three dozen families at the Ava Park Apartment Complex to leave their homes immediately. An inspection on Thursday revealed critical safety issues, including rat infestations, structural issues, mold, and other hazards, residents said. In a letter to the residents from...
Monroe’s Todd named Georgia TOPS Queen
Gail Todd of Monroe lost almost 70 pounds, something that has been a life-long goal, with the assistance of the TOPS program. Contributed photo. Losing weight can seem intimidating, especially when you consider that one in three American adults are obese and Georgia has an obesity rate of 37%. Obesity can cause an array of medical conditions including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer. People can achieve weight loss and overall wellness by committing to a healthier lifestyle.
Friday night football highlights: Benedictine gives top ranked Buford a battle on the road
Benedictine went on the road and gave Buford, the No. 1 ranked team in Class 6A by the AJC, all it could handle before the Wolves scored late to pull off a 29-28 non-region victory. The Cadets made news earlier in the day when the AJC first reported the program backed out of...
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