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Stegeman Coliseum opens for first time since March for Georgia Bulldogs basketball players

CLARKE COUNTY, Ga. – The Georgia Bulldogs basketball team is gearing up for an exciting 2023-24 season, and the anticipation is palpable. This spring, the team welcomed newcomers Blue Cain and R.J.

October 11, 2023

Sports

GHSA approves bylaw allowing high school athletes to profit from Name, Image, Likeness deals

ATLANTA, Ga. – In a groundbreaking move, the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) recently approved a bylaw allowing high school athletes in the state to profit from name, image, and likeness (NIL)

October 3, 2023

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Braves’ Acuña Jr. makes MLB history with first ever 40-70 season

ATLANTA, Ga. – Ronald Acuña Jr. has once again left his mark on Major League Baseball, etching his name into history with a remarkable feat that seemed impossible until now. On a

October 3, 2023

Sports

Arthur Blank helps fund U.S. Soccer’s new headquarters, training facility in Atlanta

ATLANTA, Ga. – In a groundbreaking move set to revolutionize American soccer, U.S. Soccer, in collaboration with philanthropist Arthur M. Blank, is poised to construct a state-of-the-art National Training Center in Atlanta.

September 25, 2023

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Matt Olson hits 51st home run, tying Braves’ single-season franchise record

ATLANTA, Ga. – In a night of history and exhilarating baseball action, Matt Olson etched his name into Atlanta Braves’ lore by matching Andruw Jones’ single-season home run record with a dramatic

September 15, 2023

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Former Marietta HS, UGA tight end Gilbert arrested in Nebraska for breaking into vape shop

COBB COUNTY, Ga. – Former Marietta High School and University of Georgia football player was arrested in Nebraska for breaking into a vape store and stealing merchandise in the early morning hours

September 1, 2023

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Atlanta Falcons release four players amid cuts, including Jalen Mayfield

ATLANTA, Ga. – The Atlanta Falcons made significant roster moves, parting ways with four players in their quest to reach the 53-man roster limit by the upcoming Tuesday deadline. The team announced

August 30, 2023

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No. 1 Georgia loses running back to knee injury, will miss entire 2023 season

CLARKE COUNTY, Ga. – Georgia’s head coach, Kirby Smart, has provided an extensive update on the team’s injury report following their fall practice sessions. As they gear up for their upcoming game

August 25, 2023

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Owner of Atlanta Falcons, Arthur Blank, to own team in new high-tech golf league

ATLANTA, Ga. – Arthur Blank, owner of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and MLS’ Atlanta United, is expanding his sports portfolio by becoming an owner of a team in an innovative new golf

August 24, 2023

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Rome Braves plan to change team name in 2024 season, accepting fan suggestions

FLOYD COUNTY, Ga. – On Friday, August 11, 2023, the Rome Professional Baseball Club, formerly known as the Rome Braves, announced plans for a team name change for the 2024 season. Officials

August 23, 2023

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