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Dec 19 2024SPORTS

Young Quarterback Penix Steps Up for Falcons

In the middle of a grocery run, Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix received a life-changing call. Offensive coordinator Zac Robinson broke the news: Penix would start this week, replacing veteran Kirk Cousins who's been struggling on the field. "I'm ready to go, " Penix replied, his heart raci

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Dec 19 2024SPORTS

Falcons Switch Quarterbacks: Cousins Benched, Penix Jr. Gets Chance

The Atlanta Falcons have decided to bench quarterback Kirk Cousins for their Week 16 game against the Giants. Head coach Raheem Morris announced the move on Wednesday, stating it was purely a "football decision. " The shift comes as the Falcons aim to improve their 7-7 record. Cousins, who joined th

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Dec 19 2024SPORTS

Braves Fans score with free broadcasts in 2025

In 2025, the Atlanta Braves are making a big comeback to broadcast TV! Fans in South Carolina will get to watch 25 games thanks to Palmetto Sports & Entertainment. These games include 15 during the regular season and 10 from spring training. The dates are coming soon. "We can't wait to bring Braves

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

Falcons' New QB: All Eyes on Michael Penix

The Atlanta Falcons have made a bold move by starting rookie quarterback Michael Penix. This decision comes with a lot of expectations and responsibilities for everyone involved. Penix, who is now the team's franchise quarterback, is expected to bring a new dynamic to the offense. He'll need to show

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Dec 12 2024SPORTS

The Knicks' NBA Cup Dreams End in Blunder Against Hawks

The New York Knicks were ousted from the NBA Cup quarterfinals after a disappointing 108-100 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. The Knicks, led by coach Tom Thibodeau, struggled to keep up with the Hawks' relentless pace and defensive prowess. Despite being heavily favored, the Knicks failed to capitalize o

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Dec 11 2024ENVIRONMENT

Kudzu & Atlanta: When a Plant Becomes a Public Health Issue

From the late 70s to the early 90s, Atlanta had an unusual problem: kudzu, a quick-growing vine, was taking over. It may sound like a harmless plant, but for city officials, it was a major health concern. Kudzu can cover everything, including dead bodies, and it attracts pests like rats, snakes, and

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Nov 10 2024SPORTS

Inter Miami's Playoff Exit: A Surprising Upset by Atlanta United

Inter Miami, the team with Argentine superstar Lionel Messi, faced a stunning loss against Atlanta United in the MLS playoffs. The match, held on Miami's home turf, ended with a 3-2 score in favor of Atlanta. Atlanta United, who were the underdogs as the No. 9 seed, scored two quick goals in the fir

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Nov 09 2024BUSINESS

Baseball's Concerns: Will Diamond Sports' Plan Work?

You might be wondering why Major League Baseball (MLB) and the Atlanta Braves are worried about Diamond Sports Group's plan to get back on track. Well, they've got some serious doubts about whether this plan will actually work. Both MLB and the Braves have said they're not convinced that Diamond Spo

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Russia's Hand in Georgia's Voting Disruptions: A Closer Look

In a surprising turn of events, Georgia's Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, revealed that recent bomb threats targeting Atlanta-area polling stations came from Russia. These threats, although deemed non-credible, briefly interrupted voting at two locations in Union City. The Etris Community Ce

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

Trump's Atlanta Rally: A Look Back at the McCamish Pavilion's Debate Night

Tonight, Donald Trump is holding a campaign rally at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta. This venue is famous for hosting the intense debate between Trump and President Joe Biden just four months ago. That debate was a turning point in the campaign. Many remember the pavilion being filled with thousands o

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