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FLAG FOOTBALL: Ringgold hangs tough with state-ranked foes

In a thrilling showdown, the Ringgold Lady Tigers faced off against two of the top teams in the state, showcasing their grit and determination on the field. Despite the scoreboard, the heart and hustle displayed by these young athletes left a lasting impression on their fans and community alike....

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Atlanta Dream ownership: Midday Game 6 slot ‘not what we fought for’

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Atlanta Dream’s ownership said the 12:30 p.m. Thursday start for Game 6 of the WNBA Finals was “not what we fought for” in an open letter to fans.Game 6 was moved from its original 8 p.m. tip to accommodate the Atlanta Hawks’ game against the Cleveland...

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FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Rain returns Sunday after 16-day dry stretch

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — After more than two weeks without rain, moisture is finally moving back into the forecast. Sunday marks a First Alert Weather Day as showers sweep through the region, bringing our first significant rainfall since October 11th.What to Expect This WeekThrough...

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No. 2 Duke aims to stay on top in an ACC men's race featuring No. 9 Virginia, No. 11 Louisville

Second-ranked Duke is favored to win an Atlantic Coast Conference race featuring No. 9 Virginia, No. 11 Louisville and No. 14 Miami. The Blue Devils have won the league in three of Jon Scheyer's four seasons as coach. That has…

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Nike, OutKast team up for Georgia-Florida game in Atlanta

Nike has teamed up with Atlanta’s OutKast and Class Trip for a collection celebrating the Georgia-Florida game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The merchandise sold out online but will be available at the stadium during Saturday’s game.

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Flu Season Is Here: 3 Steps to Take Now

(NAPSI)—Influenza (flu) is nothing to sneeze at. It’s a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. There are two main types of flu virus: A and B.

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Dream star Angel Reese, coach Karl Smesko frustrated with fouling by Golden State in WNBA Finals

Angel Reese is plenty accustomed to physical play, yet these WNBA Finals are at a different level even for the do-everything Atlanta Dream star. Reese managed only eight shots and was held to seven points to go with 15 rebounds…

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Kiah Stokes' big night on both ends leads Valkyries past Dream 64-55 and within a win of WNBA title

Kiah Stokes had 13 points, eight rebounds and three blocked shots, Veronica Burton added 13 points and eight rebounds, and the Golden State Valkyries moved within one win of a championship in their second season, beating the Atlanta Dream 64-55…

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