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Sports March 20, 2026

Marietta approves land sale for Atlanta NWSL training complex

The City of Marietta has entered into an agreement with AMB Sports and Entertainment for the sale of property at 1033 Franklin Gateway, clearing the way for a headquarters and…

The big "Atlanta Braves" sign at the entrance to Truist Park

Sports March 12, 2026

Between A Rock And A Hard Thrower, The Braves Do Have Starter Options

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College Atlanta Braves fans had a lot to look forward in 2026, with a likely bounce-back season, expected to compete for…

Color sihlouettes of five runners on a paved track

Running, Sports February 25, 2026

Volunteers Needed for Town Center Community’s Fifth Annual Noonday Shanty 5K/10K on March 28

The Town Center Community distributed the following press release about the upcoming Noonday Shanty 5K/10K: Community volunteers are needed to help support the Town Center Community’s fifth annual Noonday Shanty…

Running, Sports February 2, 2026

Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K to Celebrate 10th Anniversary with Festive Community Run

According to an announcement on the City of Marietta website, the Marietta Police Athletic League (PAL) is gearing up for the 10th Annual Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K Walk/Run, a St….

Running January 29, 2026

Registration Open for Town Center Community’s Fifth Annual Noonday Shanty 5K/10K on March 28

The Town Center Community submitted the following announcement about the popular Noonday Shanty 5K/10K: Registration is open for Town Center Community’s fifth annual Noonday Shanty 5K/10K, presented by Avonlea Apartments,…

A batter at the plate in a KSU baseball game

college baseball, Sports January 15, 2026

Mickey Dunn Stadium roars to life this spring

[This article by Dave Shelles with photo by Darnell Wilburn first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] When Owls shortstop Shamaar McDuffie laces up his spikes…

Sports January 11, 2026

Post-Super Bowl Mediocrity Could End For the Falcons With A Good Coach And Draft

By John Tures, LaGrange College, Political Science and Zach Tures, a student at Mercer University, Sports Analytics and Marketing Despite finishing better by the end of the season, the Atlanta…

Three members of KSU Esports team hold up awards

Sports January 10, 2026

KSU Esports team earns first place in two divisions at the Peach Belt Conference Championships

Photo provided by Kennesaw State University [This article first appeared on the Kennesaw State University website, republished with permission] Kennesaw State University’s Esports team brought home Peach Belt Conference wins…

A silhouette of an American football runner

Sports January 3, 2026

Having More Playoff Teams Hasn’t Helped NCAA College Football

By John A. Tures, Professor of Political Science, LaGrange College When the NCAA’s College Football Playoff System denied an undefeated conference champion who had defeated the Heisman Trophy winner and…

A drawing of a baseball with a dollar sign superimposed

Sports December 19, 2025

Money Doesn’t Buy Happiness, But It Could Buy Baseball Titles

By John Tures, LaGrange College, Political Science and Zach Tures, Mercer University, Sports Analytics and Marketing As the Atlanta Braves continue to hang around the top ten of Major League…

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Lane closures and road work, Transportation & Development June 5, 2026