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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Hawks’ Strip‑Club Night Faces Big‑League Pushback

The Atlanta Hawks recently announced a “Magic City Night” that would celebrate a local strip club. The plan sparked debate across the NBA, especially after San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet publicly opposed the idea. He posted a letter on Medium urging the Hawks to drop the event, arguing it woul

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Sports and Play Help New Montrealers Find Home

Newcomers to Montreal often feel lost when they first arrive. Moving from another country can shake a person’s sense of self and make it hard to fit in. Because of this, many adults look for ways to stay healthy and feel connected. Sports and leisure activities give these people a chance to c

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Mar 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dixon’s Old‑School Theater Keeps the Town Entertained

A building that opened in 1922 still draws crowds today. The Dixon Historic Theater is more than a movie house; it hosts rock shows, comedy nights, and traveling acts. Its Art Deco style and great sound make it a favorite for performers who say it sounds better than newer venues. The theate

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Athens Paper Scores Big in Sports Writing Contest

The Athens Banner‑Herald has been recognized by the Associated Press Sports Editors for its excellence in sports journalism during 2025. The paper belongs to Division D, the fourth level of the competition that sorts entries by overall print and digital readership. Among its standout contributors i

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Sunderland Joins the ePremier League with Team Liquid’s Gaming Stars

Team Liquid, a leading name in global esports, has teamed up with Sunderland AFC to enter the ePremier League. The partnership brings two top EA Sports FC players, Paulo Neto and Gabriel “Young” Freitas, to represent both the esports outfit and the historic football club. They will compete in the le

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

South Carolina’s High School Sports League Faces New Leadership

The South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) is preparing for a major change in its top position. Jerome Singleton, who has led the league since 2005, will step down as commissioner by July 1, 2027. The decision was made after a lengthy meeting where the Executive Committee voted unanimously. Sing

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

High‑School Sports Stars Shine in February

In late February, fans voted on the standout athletes from high‑school games that wrapped up by the end of the month. Winners receive certificates and can print them from a shared Dropbox folder starting the following Monday. Teams are encouraged to send pictures of their athletes holding these awar

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Feb 28 2026OPINION

Trump’s Missed Call: Why Women Athletes Were Left Out

President Trump once said he would protect women’s sports, yet his actions have shown a different story. After signing an order that pulls federal money from schools allowing boys and girls to play together, he later tried to exclude female Olympic champions from a major national event. During the

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

Friday Night NBA Bets: Fresh Takes on the Lineups

The NBA schedule for Friday, February 27 features five games that have caught the eye of bettors. Rather than follow the usual order, this review starts with a look at how injuries could shape outcomes. The Cleveland Cavaliers face a challenge if key players like Mitchell and Harden are absent

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Feb 27 2026BUSINESS

Cleveland Gets a New Riverfront Stage

The city of Cleveland is about to welcome a fresh 6, 200‑seat outdoor music venue that will sit below Tower City Center and the Rocket Arena. The project is part of a larger $3. 5 billion Riverfront plan that already includes the Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center, a facility for the C

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