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Change coming down the tracks for Atlanta in Norfolk Southern merger
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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When the company announced plans in late 2018 to relocate to Atlanta from Virginia, there appeared to be nothing but clear tracks ahead. But the years since have been both momentous and tumultuous for Norfolk Southern. The company sold land...
Brandon Datema Signs for 3rd Season with Atlanta Gladiators
Newsbug.info - Illinois
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The Atlanta Gladiators announced Thursday that the ECHL ice hockey club has re-signed defenseman Brenden Datema for the 2025-26 season. Datema re-signs with the Gladiators for his third season in Atlanta, where he has spent his entire professional...
Gray Media to buy WAND TV in 3 station deal for $80 million
Wand - Illinois
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DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) – Gray Media will acquire WAND TV and two other stations from Block Communications, according to statements from the two companies. The deal was announced Friday that Block Communications (BCI) will sell its television...
Georgia football report: Newcomer absent as Bulldogs begin preseason camp
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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Georgia Bulldogs Running back Josh McCray was not seen during the media viewing portion of Thursday’s practice. Credit: Tony Walsh/UGAAA Georgia head coach Kirby Smart during Georgia’s practice session in Athens, Ga., on Tuesday, April 1, 2025....
“There’s drama in sports”- Michelle Obama stirs debate with fiery take comparing Stephen A Smith and ESPN to Real Housewives
The Times of India
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Michelle Obama stirs debate with fiery take comparing Stephen A Smith and ESPN to Real Housewives (Image via Getty) Michelle Obama recently shared a funny take on sports shows during a chat with her brother, Craig Robinson. On her podcast, she...
Atlanta Hawks, State Farm Arena need 5K volunteers for Million Meal Pack
FOX 5 Atlanta - Georgia
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ATLANTA - The Atlanta Hawks and State Farm are teaming up once again to fight food insecurity with their annual Million Meal Pack initiative, set for Sept. 27, at State Farm Arena. Organizers are calling for more than 5,000 volunteers to help...
Atlanta police unveil new uniforms ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup games
WSBTV - Georgia
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July 31, 2025
ATLANTA — The next time you see an Atlanta police officer, they could have a new look. The Atlanta Police Department unveiled new uniforms on Thursday, ahead of the FIFA World Cup games in 2026. Starting Friday, officers in Zone 5, which covers...
MLB suspends first Speedway Classic between Reds, Braves due to rain
The New York Times
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August 3, 2025
BRISTOL, Tenn. — After a rain delay of two hours and 17 minutes Saturday night, the Cincinnati Reds and Atlanta Braves played for four outs at Bristol Motor Speedway in front of what was billed as the largest crowd to ever attend a regular-season...
Georgia May Foote's husband speaks out on split as he works through 'time of destruction'
The Mirror
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July 31, 2025
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Rumours about Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote's marriage have been swirling, and her musician husband has finally spoken out...
Art fans to explore downtown in art hunt, The 567 celebrates 15 years
The Macon Melody - Georgia
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July 31, 2025
It’s time for Macon’s favorite art game. Ready to play? The 567 Center for Renewal’s Great Art Hunt is this weekend. Each year, individual and team participants are given clues to find public outdoor art for a chance to win prizes and have fun...
Northwest Georgia nonprofit helping teens grow is looking for volunteers
WDSI - Tennessee
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A nonprofit organization in Northwest Georgia helping teens is currently looking for volunteers. Family Frameworks has a goal to equip teenagers with the knowledge and skills to build healthy relationships and make informed...
Kirby Smart Has Already Decided Georgia’s Next Locker Room Leader as Gunner Stockton Faces Doubts
Essentially Sports
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August 1, 2025
Kirby Smart kicked off his 10th season in Athens on Thursday with a fresh vibe in the air. More than half of Georgia’s roster is in its first or second year. This gives the Bulldogs a hungry, youthful edge as camp opens. With just 7 returning...
Georgia Tech’s Haynes King on watch list for Wuerffel Trophy
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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Georgia Tech Award honors players who use their platforms to serve others and inspire positive change. Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King communicates with other quarterbacks, including Aaron Philo, during...
Sex toy-throwing fan arrested for disrupting WNBA game between Valkyries, Dream
The New York Times
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August 3, 2025
The fan who threw a green sex toy onto the court during a WNBA game between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream on Tuesday has been arrested, according to a league spokesperson. That person has not been identified publicly. “The safety...
Joan Mitchell painting to undergo public restoration at Georgia Museum of Art
Athens Reporter - Georgia
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July 31, 2025
Kathryn Hill Associate Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art | Georgia Museum of ArtKathryn Hill Associate Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art | Georgia Museum of Art For the first time, the Georgia Museum of Art at the University of Georgia...
Peter Thomas of Bar One Baltimore and ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ reports to federal prison
Baltimore Banner - Maryland
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August 1, 2025
Peter Thomas, a former reality TV star who appeared on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” and used to own a restaurant in Baltimore, has reported to federal prison to start serving an 18-month sentence for a tax crime. Thomas, 64, now of Miami,...
Sports Illustrated’s College Football Preseason Top 25: No. 17 Texas A&M
Sports Illustrated - New York
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July 31, 2025
Through Aug. 22, Sports Illustrated will count down its preseason college football Top 25 with overviews of each team. Here are the full rankings so far. Although things opened poorly—and ended worse—for Mike Elko during his inaugural year in...
Owners of WAVE-TV in Louisville to acquire new stations, including WDRB-TV. What we know
Courier-Journal - Kentucky
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Gray Media Group, which owns WAVE TV, plans to purchase television networks owned by Block Communications, including WDRB. The deal is still subject to regulatory approval, which Gray Media expects by the end of 2025. An agreement to move forward...
A Reali-Tea Star Is Born: Vote for the reality TV newbie who should win in Page Six’s first VRT Awards
Page Six
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August 1, 2025
Reality TV has so many living legends who have graced our screens, social media pages and hearts for many, many years. But there’s always room for new favorites to settle in right beside the OGs. In the past year, there have been several...
Gray Media, Inc. acquires WDRB, Block Communications broadcast division for $80 million
WDRB - Kentucky
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Block Communications reached an agreement with Gray Media, Inc. for Gray to purchase BCI's television broadcast division for $80 million, which includes WDRB. A statement from BCI on Friday said "This decision comes after...