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Mark Arum Has Your Chance to Win Coral Reefer Band Tickets!
Listen to The Mark Arum Show this week from 9a-12n for your chance to win tickets to Keep The Party Going: A Tribute to Jimmy Buffett featuring the Coral Reefer Band on Friday, August 2 at Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com. 95.5 WSB Contest Line: 404-741-0750 NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. 7/15/2024 - 7/19/2024. Open to legal GA residents, 18+. To enter listen for the cue to call and follow the on-air instructions. Two (2) winners will be selected according to the on-air announcement. Odds vary. Prize: Two (2) tickets to see Keep The Party Going: A Tribute to Jimmy Buffett featuring the Coral Reefer Band on August 2, 2024 at Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park. (Minimum approx. retail value: $100.00, based on seating). For full rules, click here. Sponsor: Cox Radio, Inc., d/b/a Cox Media Group Atlanta, 1601 W. Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA 30309.
Georgia Public Library updates Zoo Atlanta Library Pass
ATLANTA, GA – Georgia Public Library Service is pleased to announce an update to the popular Zoo Atlanta Library Pass that cardholders can check out from their local library. All 410 public libraries across Georgia will now carry a Zoo Atlanta Library Pass in their collection, continuing the opportunity for all Georgia residents, whether near or far from Atlanta, to check out a pass to […] The post Georgia Public Library updates Zoo Atlanta Library Pass appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Braves News: Ozuna's historic night, Ian Anderson update, Schwellenbach's gem
The first half of the 2024 MLB season is quickly drawing to a close. It's been an up-and-down year for the Atlanta Braves to this point. However, there have been plenty of bright spots to talk about and we will cover some of those below. Three-time All-Star Marcell Ozuna sets...
Civil Rights Gladiator Dies, Final Rights for Reverend Fred Taylor
“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand.” – Psalm 37:23-24, King James Version. That biblical verse preached by Trinity Baptist...
Former Douglas County Judge Christina Peterson's Court Hearing Cancelled Amid Charges Stemming from Buckhead Nightclub Incident
Former Douglas County Judge Christina Peterson, who was arrested at the Red Martini Restaurant and Lounge in Buckhead on June 20, had her court hearing scheduled for Friday morning canceled, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta. The reason for the cancellation remains unclear, and there's currently no information available about when the hearing might be rescheduled.
Trump campaign opens new office in Athens, near UGA campus
ATHENS, GA – While former United States President Donald J. Trump was holding a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania and United States Vice President Kamala Harris took the stage a couple hours away at a rally in Philadelphia, the Trump campaign was busy opening the doors of a new campaign office in Athens on Saturday. This office […] The post Trump campaign opens new office in Athens, near UGA campus appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Future Foundations program helps women build hope
It was a hot summer day on Saturday, July 13, at the Athens-Clarke County Jail, but that did not stop Nichole Mosley’s bright attitude as she worked to build a small house in the jail yard. Mosley is a graduate of the Future Foundations program, co-run by the jail and Habitat for Humanity.
Mother Lode Athens celebrates its first birthday
Mother Lode, one of Athens’ vintage markets, celebrated one-year of providing the Classic City with unique trinkets, vintage clothing, jewelry and furniture. Mother Lode Athens, along with another vintage store Bulldawg Revival, hosted the celebration with a pop-up market with vendors, drinks and food to commemorate the one year anniversary of the Mother Lode opening in July 2023.
Kennesaw Animal Shelter Announces Expansion
After five years of planning and fundraising, Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue will soon be expanding. The nonprofit shelter purchased land next to its existing property on Cherokee Street, just a mile from Kennesaw’s downtown, according to a news release. The land holds a 1,200-square-foot house that will serve as the shelter’s new low-cost spay and neuter clinic, which, the organization said, will hopefully reduce the number of animals euthanized at...
Stetson Bennett names the favorite play of his Georgia career
Former Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett had a memorable career with numerous critical plays while helping Georgia win back-to-back national championships in 2021 and 2022. “That (touchdown) run was probably my favorite play,” said Bennett. “They (Tennessee fans) upset me. Because they called my phone probably like 1,000 times that night. I had to turn it off. I listen to white noise before every game and freaking couldn’t listen to it.” “I told Brett (Seither) if I score,” added Bennett. “I gotta score. I can’t throw it. I gotta run a touchdown in. I’m gonna do the whatever (phone call celebration).” Tennessee was...
New traffic light goes into effect at Grovetown intersection
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A new intersection traffic light will be in full stop-and-go mode in Grovetown starting Monday. Operation Southern Slow Down starts this week in Ga., S.C. Georgia and South Carolina law enforcement will target speeding and aggressive driving as a part of the Operation Southern Slow Down...
Georgia woman rushed to the hospital after multiple bites from venomous brown recluse spider
BOGART, Ga. — A Georgia mother is recovering at home after she was bitten by a venomous spider. Jessica Rogue, 44, was rushed to the hospital July 1 with multiple bites from a brown recluse spider. It happened in a shed in the back of her home in Bogart.
Brookhaven, Chamblee, and Doraville join forces for hazardous waste drive
The cities of Brookhaven, Chamblee, and Doraville will host a joint household hazardous materials recycling event on Aug. 17. The event will hosted in collaboration with Live Thrive and Keep Chamblee Beautiful at the Plaza Fiesta parking lot, 4166 Buford Highway, from 8 a.m. to noon. Live Thrive is responsible for recycling and disposal of […] The post Brookhaven, Chamblee, and Doraville join forces for hazardous waste drive appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
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