They may not have played basketball since early March, but the Atlanta Hawks are making an impact on their hometown off the court. First the team announced that it was converting State Farm Arena into an early-voting center, the state’s largest in a time where more Georgians are voting early than ever. Now it is partnering with Atlanta Public Schools for the Hawks at Home program that encourages students to learn basketball skills and stay healthy in a time where many are still stuck at home. Hopefully the NBA will tip off around Christmas, but in the meantime for their civic efforts the Hawks are RISING…
Dougherty County commission explores adding ballot boxes
The pandemic has hit everyone hard, and Albany, in Dougherty County, is no exception. It has also made voting difficult – long lines are less appealing than ever (which is saying something) and there are many questions around the security of absentee voting. ...“Bee City USA”
Dawsonville, in North Georgia, is mostly known for two things – moonshine, and car racing. Those two acts are historically intertwined, but while we don’t need a history lesson it’s resulted in the city’s annual “Mountain Moonshine...Remembering James Brown in Augusta
The life and legacy of one of Augusta’s famous musical talents continues to be celebrated with the unveiling of the “Soul Starts Here James Brown Journey Tour.” The walking or driving tour consists of 12 downtown locations in The Garden City...UGA helps coastal GA
The University of Georgia’s Small Business Development Center is partnering with the federal Small Business Administration (SBA) to help businesses along the state’s coast to prepare for weather emergencies, (read: hurricanes) and learn how best to recover...Savannah’s Riverside Plant District Opens for Business
Savannah officials last week were on hand to cut the ribbon at Savannah’s Plant Riverside District, the new $375 million mixed-use development that will help anchor Savannah’s legendary River Street. Containing hotels, shopping, a museum, and a concert...
