The Marist school defeated North Forsyth High School in an exciting basketball game, earning them the 6A girl's state championship. The game featured a fierce match up of future Division I stars.
The Polar Plunge is the largest annual fundraiser for Special Olympics Georgia. Participants dive into the frosty waters of Lake Acworth, raising money to fund the more than 17,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities who compete in athletic competitions.
Budget-conscious customers increasingly seek out secondhand shops rather than department stores when purchasing apparel due to rising inflation. With how high costs for brand new clothing can be, the resale fashion industry has skyrocketed in popularity, especially among young shoppers.
The GHSA Swimming & Diving State Championship is a four-day event pitting the state's best swimmers against each other. Teams from all across Georgia certainly made a splash at one of the biggest events of the year.
With the demand for sustainability on the rise, consumers are increasingly shopping secondhand at vintage resale shops. Purchasing pre-owned clothes reduces the amount of textile waste in landfills and is much more affordable than buying new pieces.
LifeLine Animal Project, Georgia's largest animal welfare organization, is facing a major obstacle in its newest shelter in Fulton County. The facility is so overcrowded that soon, pets may need to be euthanized to keep the shelter operational.
The High Museum of Art offers free admission to guests in its new Access for All Program. Every third Wednesday of the month, guests can immerse themselves in Atlanta's art and culture for no cost.
Cobb County's freeze on evictions has lifted leaving residents struggling to find housing in a pandemic. Now, many residents are facing removal from their homes and want change.
According to an analysis by the Georgia Budget and Policy institute, a result of the monthly tax credit increase has lifted nearly 700,000 Georgia kids near or above the poverty line as of July 15.
