Milton Kirby
- Sports , Black History , Community
- July 26, 2026
- 18 minutes Read
The Road to Los Angeles: How Soul Country Music Star Is Showcasing the Next Generation of Black Country Artists
By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | July 26, 2026 The stage in Atlanta will introduce only one new regional champion, but the story of Soul Country Music Star stretches…
Ted Knorr
- Black History , Sports
- July 21, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
By Ted Knorr | Memphis, TN | July 21, 2026 Last week, I discussed the recent 25th annual Jerry Malloy Negro League Research Conference that I attended last month. This…
- Black History , Sports
- July 9, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
WNBA Makes History as First Professional Sports League to Host Events at Obama Presidential Center
The WNBA will become the first professional sports league to host events at the Obama Presidential Center during 2026 All-Star Weekend, highlighting youth leadership, civic engagement, and community impact.
- Black History , Sports
- July 8, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
By Ted Knorr | Memphis, TN | July 8, 2026 This week’s Shadow Ball focuses on my June 18-20 trip to Memphis for the 26th Society for American Baseball Research…
- Sports
- July 5, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Dream Fall to Valkyries Despite Strong Individual Performances
Allisha Gray scored 22 points and Angel Reese posted her 14th double-double, but the Atlanta Dream fell 88-83 to the Golden State Valkyries on July 4.
- Sports
- June 25, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
Dream Rally Falls Short as Valkyries End Atlanta’s Four-Game Winning Streak
The Atlanta Dream erased a 26-point deficit before falling to the Golden State Valkyries. Madina Okot and Angel Reese led Atlanta’s determined fourth-quarter comeback.
- Sports
- June 21, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
Dream Shatter Franchise Scoring Record, Reese Makes History in 113–96 Win Over Fever
Atlanta set a franchise scoring record with a 113-96 win over Indiana as Angel Reese became the fastest player in WNBA history to 1,000 rebounds.
- Sports
- June 19, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
Reese Records 10th Double-Double as Dream Win in Indiana
Angel Reese recorded a double-double and all five Atlanta starters scored at least 15 points as the Dream defeated Indiana 108-101 in Indianapolis.
- Sports
- June 12, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
Liberty Pull Away from Dream, 104-90, in Key Commissioner’s Cup Match
By Milton Kirby | College Park, GA| June 12, 2026 The Atlanta Dream saw Angel Reese post a season-high scoring performance and Rhyne Howard continue her climb through the franchise…
- Business & Finance , Sports
- June 11, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
MARTA Partners With Big Boi to Launch “Let MARTA Drive” Campaign Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
MARTA and Atlanta music legend Big Boi launch the “Let MARTA Drive” campaign ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 matches beginning June 15.
- Sports
- June 10, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Atlanta Dream Grind Out 82–75 Road Win Behind Historic Night From Rhyne Howard and Angel Reese
Angel Reese and Rhyne Howard scored 17 points apiece as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Chicago Sky 82-75, improving to 3-1 in Commissioner’s Cup play.
- Black History , Sports
- June 9, 2026
- 6 minutes Read
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
June 9, 2026 This column exists for only one purpose: that is to answer your questions on Negro League baseball history. To that end, we need your help … if…
- Community , Business & Finance , Sports
- May 31, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Global Grub Alley to Turn Walton Street Into a World Cup Food Haven
Atlanta’s Global Grub Alley turns Walton Street into a vibrant food truck corridor for FIFA World Cup 2026™, spotlighting local flavors and small business culture.
- Black History , Sports
- May 26, 2026
- 2 minutes Read
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
May 26, 2026 This column exists for only one purpose; that is to answer your questions on Negro League baseball history. To that end, I need your help … if…
- Community , Black History , Sports
- May 18, 2026
- 14 minutes Read
Inside the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo — Part 7
Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo in Memphis showcases Black cowboy culture, Soul Country music, youth programs, and community legacy in a powerful, immersive weekend experience.
- Black History , Sports
- May 12, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
May 12, 2026 This column exists for only one purpose; that is to answer your questions on Negro League baseball history. To that end, I need your help … if…
