By Milton Kirby – Atlanta, GA – November 4, 2024 Early voting ended on Friday, November 1st, in the battleground state of Georgia. Four million four thousand five hundred eighty-eight voters had cast ballots either by voting early or absentee by mail. With 55.3% turnout, Georgians cast 3,761,968 ballots during Early Voting and 242,620 ballots … Continue reading “Early Voting in Georgia ends on high note”
Giant Pandas to Bid Farewell to Zoo Atlanta in October
By Milton Kirby – Atlanta, GA – October 9, 2024 Zoo Atlanta’s beloved giant pandas will soon return to China, marking the end of a 25-year program. In mid-October 2024, giant pandas Lun Lun, Yang Yang, Ya Lun, and Xi Lun will depart for China as the zoo’s agreement with China comes to an end. … Continue reading “Giant Pandas to Bid Farewell to Zoo Atlanta in October”
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Celebrates Opening of $1.5 Billion Arthur M. Blank Hospital
By Milton Kirby – Atlanta, GA – October 3, 2024 On September 27, 2024, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta hosted a private ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the opening of its new $1.5 billion Arthur M. Blank Hospital. The state-of-the-art, 19-story facility, located on a 76-acre campus, is designed to meet the healthcare needs of children across … Continue reading “Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Celebrates Opening of $1.5 Billion Arthur M. Blank Hospital”
How Helene became the near-perfect storm to bring widespread destruction across the South
By Terry Spencer – September 29, 2024 Hurricane Helene killed and destroyed far and wide — from Tampa to Atlanta to Asheville, North Carolina, its high winds, heavy rains and sheer size created a perfect mix for devastation. The storm made landfall late Thursday along a largely undeveloped expanse of pine trees and salt marshes on … Continue reading “How Helene became the near-perfect storm to bring widespread destruction across the South”
Tina Charles Makes WNBA History in Record-Breaking 2024 Season
By Milton Kirby – Atlanta, GA – September 21, 2024 Tina Charles, one of the WNBA’s most iconic players, continues to add to her illustrious career during a historic 2024 season. Charles, who made her debut in 2010 as the first overall draft pick by the Connecticut Sun, was unanimously named Rookie of the Year … Continue reading “Tina Charles Makes WNBA History in Record-Breaking 2024 Season”
Atlanta Lock in a Playoff Berth with Big Win Over New York Liberty
By Milton Kirby – Atlanta, GA – September 19, 2024 The Atlanta Dream secured the final WNBA playoff berth with a 78-67 win over the New York Liberty in their regular-season finale. The victory on New York’s home court guaranteed Atlanta the eighth and final spot in the postseason. The Dream started their core lineup … Continue reading “Atlanta Lock in a Playoff Berth with Big Win Over New York Liberty”
Dow, S&P 500 Hit Records After Rate Cut
By Ryan Dezember – Wall Street Journal The Federal Reserve’s big rate cut sparked a furious global rally in stocks as traders bid up technology shares and other risky assets in a bet that lower borrowing costs will help keep unemployment low without reigniting inflation. The rally was a delayed yet emphatic response to the … Continue reading “Dow, S&P 500 Hit Records After Rate Cut”
Atlanta Dream Surge Toward Playoffs with Decisive Win Over Chicago Sky
By Milton Kirby – Atlanta, GA – September 18, 2024 The Atlanta Dream kept their playoff aspirations alive with an 86-70 victory over the Chicago Sky on Wednesday night. Both teams entered the game with identical 13-25 records, but Atlanta’s victory gave them the upper hand, improving their record to 14-25 while Chicago dropped to … Continue reading “Atlanta Dream Surge Toward Playoffs with Decisive Win Over Chicago Sky”
Atlanta Dream Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with Overtime Thriller Against Mystics
By Milton Kirby – September 15, 2024 In a high-stakes battle for their playoff future, the Atlanta Dream pulled off a crucial overtime victory against the Washington Mystics, winning 76-73 on the road to keep their postseason aspirations alive. The win brought both teams to an identical 13-25 record, heightening the intensity of the playoff … Continue reading “Atlanta Dream Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with Overtime Thriller Against Mystics”
Atlanta Dream Suffer Heartbreaking Loss to Washington Mystics in Crucial Playoff Showdown
Atlanta, GA – September 14, 2024 By Milton Kirby In a dramatic Friday night matchup, the Atlanta Dream faced off against the Washington Mystics at Gateway Center Arena with a crucial playoff spot on the line. Despite a strong performance from the Dream, they fell short in a heart-stopping 72-69 final. The Dream, who have … Continue reading “Atlanta Dream Suffer Heartbreaking Loss to Washington Mystics in Crucial Playoff Showdown”