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The Uptown Agency Welcomes Randall Hooker as newest Creative Director
The Uptown Agency, known for building meaningful brands and award-winning creative advertising, is thrilled to announce Randall Hooker as its newest Creative Director. With deep knowledge of the advertising space, Hooker brings a wealth of creativity, strategic insight, and leadership to The Uptown Agency’s teams. Within the agency, Hooker will focus on the creative execution for its long-term, strategic client partnerships. He will report to Joseph Alexander, Chief Executive Officer of The Uptown Agency.
Carrollton native monitors a fueling station on the flight deck aboard USS George Washington
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate Fuel Airman Sheldon D. Stodghill, from Carrollton, Georgia, monitors a fueling station on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while underway in the Pacific Ocean, June 26, 2024. George Washington is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2024 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility through joint, multinational, and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class August Y. Clawson)
Tuesdays with Gorney: Race for No. 1 spot in Rivals250 is opening up
There is a great debate coming for the No. 1 spot in the 2025 Rivals250 – and this one feels a little strange because it doesn’t seem like in years past that there’s a clear right answer. Recruiting Rumor Mill | Biggest decommits of June. *****. CLASS...
Braves latest injury update eliminates one major trade deadline need for Alex Anthopoulos
The Atlanta Braves are about to get a big reinforcement in their bullpen. After their 4-2 loss on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates, they made a key roster move, sending right-hander Daysbel Hernandez to Triple-A Gwinnett. Hernandez had not allowed an earned run over 9.2 innings of work in nine...
Lesson on ECU football culture swayed Cooley
Zion Cooley wasn’t very familiar with East Carolina football when the Pirates extended a scholarship offer on January 23, 2024. “I really didn’t know anything other than their team color is purple,” said Cooley, who would receive an accelerated course on ECU football over the next four-and-a-half months. The knowledge he gained convinced the 6-foot-4, 225-pound edge rusher from Carrollton, GA, to become a Pirate on June 15.
Former Braves postseason hero loses job to make way for top prospect promotion
As the 2023 season ended and preparation for 2024 began, Alex Anthopoulos and the Atlanta Braves had decisions to make regarding left field. Both Kevin Pillar and Eddie Rosario entered free agency. Pillar bounced around even prior to the season but former postseason hero Rosario landed with a division rival in the Washington Nationals.
Budweiser iconic Clydesdales coming to metro Atlanta this week
ALPHARETTA, Ga. - In celebration of a 14-year partnership with Folds of Honor, Budweiser and their famous Clydesdales are embarking on a cross-country tour that includes a stop in metro Atlanta. Folds of Honor is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing scholarships to the families of fallen or disabled U.S....
MPD assistant chief Shawn Jones still voting in Georgia
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mayor Paul Young spoke to hundreds of Memphis Police Department officers in January shortly after his inauguration. The nearly hour and a half long recording obtained by ABC24 had a variety of topics covered during the conversation, but one officer asked a particular question. Are now-interim...
Georgia Drivers Frustrated By Conflicting Reports on EVs
A recent survey revealed that nearly half of Georgia drivers are uncertain about switching to electric vehicles (EVs), citing concerns over practicality and costs. 🔋 Why It Matters: The study highlights the growing divide between EV enthusiasm and hesitation, reflecting broader national trends as the automotive industry shifts towards electrification.
Georgia Today: Renter protection laws; Mercer University AI camp; Endangered whale law delayed
LISTEN: On the Tuesday, July 2 edition of Georgia Today: A state law offering more protection to renters facing eviction goes into effect; Mercer University teaches kids about the ethics of AI technology; and a Georgia congressman pushes for a delay in a rule change that would protect endangered whales.
Fourth of July festivities taking place in the Big Bend, South Georgia
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - With July 4th approaching, WCTV has developed a list of events taking place in the Big Bend and South Georgia in celebration of the holiday. This story will also be updated if any events are canceled or rescheduled due to expected rainy weather. BIG BEND. Celebrate...
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