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Smokey Racks BBQ: A Triumph of Flavor This National Grilling Month
Smokey Racks BBQ is more than just a restaurant—it’s a testament to passion, resilience and the love of great food. Founded in a humble garden shed by Jared Sharpe, Smokey Racks has evolved into a beloved barbecue haven under the stewardship of Celeste Baker and her husband Ray, who acquired it in May 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
ACC Mayor and Commission discusses zoning, TSPLOST 2026
The Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission met for the monthly agenda setting meeting on Tuesday, July 16, where they covered a range of issues, from zoning change requests to funding youth sports development initiatives. Prior to the regularly-scheduled agenda setting meeting, the commission met for a special called session, where commissioners discussed and voted on topics including the timeline for the 2026 Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax and school resource officer funding.
Athens Area Humane Society offers free vaccines to 200 pets
The Athens Area Humane Society is hosting a free pet vaccine clinic from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the facility at 1030 Mitchell Bridge Road. The clinic will operate on a first-come, first-served basis and is limited to the first 200 pets from households in Clarke, Jackson and Madison counties.
Gwinnett man survives self-inflicted gunshot wound, faces murder charge
A Gwinnett County man who police say killed a woman before turning his gun on himself Thursday has survived his gunshot wound and is facing multiple charges, including murder.
Mayor and Commission Meetings Move Back to City Hall and Enhanced Security
New security measures mean Tuesday evening’s meeting of the Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission will take place inside City Hall. Mayor Kelly Girtz addressed the need for the changes. “As we can see, in our home here in City Hall in Athens or certainly as we’ve seen incidents like...
Gwinnett County Mother Pleads Guilty to Murdering 5-Year-Old Son
The Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office announced that 23-year-old Azaria Shante Burton of Peachtree Corners has pleaded guilty to multiple charges in connection with the October 2023 death of her 5-year-old son, Jayveon Pruitt. The charges include malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault family violence, possession of a knife during the commission of a felony, first-degree arson, criminal attempt to commit a felony, and misdemeanor tampering with evidence.
School districts work to fill teacher openings as first day of classes approach
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Classes will be back in session in less than a month for students and local districts are ramping up their efforts to fill hundreds of openings. “We’re looking for anyone who is interested in becoming a teacher,” said Tasha Davis-Mills, the DeKalb County School District HR director.
Georgia trending for four-star OL ahead of weekend announcement
Lilburn (Ga.) Parkview On300 offensive lineman Cortez Smith is excited to announce his college decision this weekend. The four-star’s finalists are Georgia, Georgia Tech, Miami and South Carolina. “I’m looking to earn my way on a team that’s going to challenge me every day so I can grow into a bigger monster,” Smith said. “I […] The post Georgia trending for four-star OL ahead of weekend announcement appeared first on On3.
Kirby Smart adds defensive back Rashad Johnson to 2025 class
The Georgia Bulldogs strengthened their recruiting efforts on Sunday afternoon with the commitment of Rashad Johnson, a four-star safety from Bushnell, Florida. Johnson announced his decision via an Instagram video, selecting Georgia over Penn State, Louisville and Texas A&M. Johnson is a formidable boundary safety recognized for his physical style...
Alliance Group Marketing Coordinator Carlos Vazquez Elected to University of Georgia Latino Alumni Council
Carlos joins a distinguished group of individuals serving on one of UGA’s four esteemed Affinity Councils. ATLANTA, Ga. /Massachusetts Newswire – National News/ — Alliance Group is proud to announce that Carlos Vazquez, its esteemed Marketing Coordinator, has been elected to the University of Georgia’s Latino Alumni Council. Carlos will serve a two-year term, spanning July 2024 to July 2026.
Carson Beck excited about what former Florida football RB Trevor Etienne will bring to Georgia offense
Count returning Georgia starting quarterback Carson Beck as a fan of former Florida football running back Trevor Etienne. Beck expects Etienne to make a "huge impact" for UGA after the Bulldogs lost running backs Kendall Milton and Daijun Edwards to the NFL Draft. "Being able to pick him up out...
Michigan, Georgia Lose To Big Ten Program For College Football 25 Bragging Rights
For fans who didn't want to wait an extra three days to play EA Sports College Football 25 on their favorite console, the game became available on Tuesday to those who purchased the deluxe edition or MVP bundle. Many gamers might have expected to see the reigning national champion Michigan ...
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