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How Ryan Seacrest is giving his old high school football team something it never had

The future of Dunwoody (GA) High School football is being built by more than just the players on the field. It's being built by hundreds of community members who have come together to give the Wildcats something they've never had before: a stadium of its own. Fueled by a donation from Dunwoody alum and television host Ryan Seacrest and a community-wide fundraising effort, Seacrest Stadium is officially set to break ground the week of Nov. 23, following county approval on Nov. 9. And when it opens next fall, the whole community will be able to call it their own. “I think we’re all kind of part owners of this,” said Steve Fortenberry, former teacher and president of the Dunwoody High School Community Association. “I think you’re really going to see that it wasn’t just the county building this and we show up. This is Dunwoody’s stadium. We are kind of the Green Bay Packers of the high schools.” The project has been years in the making, but it took a collective effort from the community to turn the vision into a reality. It started with a donation of more than $1 million from Seacrest, who played defensive back for the

Dunwoody, GA · 3d

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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Head football coach at north Georgia high school resigns, effective immediately

A head football coach in north Georgia is off the pitch after only one season on the job.

Rome, GA · 2d

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Students return to class days after deadly, catastrophic flooding

Schools in Fannin County return to in-person classes one week after devastating floodwaters swept through the area.

Fannin County, GA · 2d
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Flood aftermath sparks Polk Co. parents’ anger as schools stay open despite damages

POLK COUNTY, Tenn. — Some Polk County parents say they were disheartened by the decision to keep schools open Monday, just days after catastrophic flooding hit the area. As residents in and around Copperhill continue cleaning up, parents told school leaders they were worried about sending children to class while families are still dealing with damage and transportation challenges.

Polk County, TN · 3d
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Gwinnett Daily Post

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Archer survives tough region for state playoff trip

When the Class AAAAAAA high school brackets were finalized last weekend, Archer and North Cobb drew a familiar opponent in the first round. The two teams played each other the previous two years in the regular season, so Friday’s state playoff matchup makes it three straight seasons. North Cobb won both previous meetings, 28-14 at home in 2025 and 49-21 at Archer in 2024. Archer reached the postseason while navigating an incredibly tough schedule that included No. 3 overall seed Carrollton before a region slate that featured No. 2 Newton, No. 12 Grayson and No. 19 South Gwinnett. The Tigers were off last week after a 49-23 loss at Newton in Game 10. After losing record-breaking Jordan Do to graduation off last season’s team, Archer still leans heavily on its quarterback, Jamal Ambler. The junior has 1,797 passing yards and 17 TDs, along with 241 rushing yards and three TDs. His top targets are Robbie Dunn Jr. (65 catches, 722 yards, nine TDs), Avery Booth (34-433-3), Jayden Davis (24-312-3) and Gary Isaac (23-175-4). Archer’s defensive playmakers include Joshua Booker (68 tackles, three for losses, five caused fumbles), Kevin Gwibuka (65 tackles, three for losses, four interceptions, two caused fumbles, one

Lawrenceville, GA · 1d

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Superintendent says Gwinnett’s $2,000 bonus decision came before she arrived

Gwinnett County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Alexandra Estrella wrote to teachers Thursday that she understands why they are frustrated to learn in November that a second $2,000 bonus is not coming.

Gwinnett County, GA · 20h

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Governor’s Honors Program Announcement of 2027 Hall County School District Nominees

Hall County Schools is proud to announce that 61 sophomores and juniors have been selected to represent Hall County Schools as district nominees for the Georgia Governor’s Honors Program. The Governor’s Honors Program, known as GHP, is a residential summer program for gifted and talented high school juniors and seniors who have a passion for one of the nomination areas.

Hall County, GA · 2d

Marietta Daily Journal

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AROUND TOWN: Democratic takeover of Cobb school board puts Ragsdale's future in question

Big changes are coming to the Cobb County Board of Education. Last week, Democrat Micheal Garza unseated three-term Republican incumbent and David Chastain in the race for the Post 4 seat on the school board. The win gives Democrats their first majority on the board in decades. Garza won with 54.85% of the vote over Chastain’s 45.15%. Garza earned 25,493 votes in total, compared to Chastain’s 20,982, according to the Georgia secretary of state’s election results. Results were certified by the Cobb Elections Board Monday Garza is set to flip the board to a 4-3 Democratic majority when he is sworn in January. “Yes, the board has flipped. The dynamics will change with a new board member, so we will see what that looks like,” Democratic board member Nichelle Davis of Post 6 told the Journal. “But the long story short is, of course, the goal is getting things done for our students. So I’m looking forward to welcoming him and doing that.” In a video posted to his Facebook page Sunday, Republican John Cristadoro, who represents Post 5 on the school board, said he did not view the widespread Democratic victories down the ballot as “a massive call for

Cobb County, GA · 3d

Marietta Daily Journal

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New PSR produces unlikely matchup between Marietta and Buford in Round 1

Marietta has a tall task ahead this Friday night, as the Blue Devils will travel to Buford to take on the Wolves in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs. Blue Devils coach Cameron Duke spoke highly of Buford’s talent and coaching, acknowledging the tough task ahead of the Blue Devils this week. The Wolves (10-0) are the No. 3 team in the nation according to MaxPreps. The new PSR system for playoff seeding implemented by the Georgia High School Association this season impacted both teams. Marietta (6-4) and Buford were both negatively impacted by playing two out-of-state games, which don’t carry the same weight in the formula as in-state games do. Marietta is the 24th-seeded team in Class AAAAAAA, while Buford is No. 9. Duke said the way the Blue Devils’ two out-of-state games affected their seed may impact how they approach scheduling moving forward if changes aren’t made. “We’re grateful for the opportunities that we had to go play the NFL Academy and play St. Cloud, who’s a playoff team down in Florida, and I believe Buford would say the same thing about playing Mallard Creek out of North Carolina and Miami Central out of Florida,” Duke

Marietta, GA · 21h

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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Cobb schools offer out-of-district enrollment as student numbers decline

Families across Georgia can apply to send their children to select Cobb County schools through a new tuition-based enrollment program.

Cobb County, GA · 1d

Now Georgia

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Habersham school employee questions outsourced pay practices

Habersham school employee questions outsourced pay practices CLARKESVILLE, Ga. — A Habersham County school nutrition employee is asking the Board of Education to take a closer look at how outsourced support staff are compensated, saying workers employed through a private contractor are being left behind. Karen Collier, who works in nutrition services at Fairv…

Habersham County, GA · 2d

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Floyd County Extends School Zone Speed Camera Contract Near Armuchee Primary

Floyd County commissioners have approved a six-year extension of the school zone speed camera contract near Armuchee Primary School as part of ongoing efforts to improve traffic safety along Martha Berry Highway. The agreement with RedSpeed was approved Tuesday during the commission’s regular meeting. Floyd County Police Capt. Ron...

Floyd County, GA · 1d

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It’s Playoff Time for Local High School Football Teams!

Local high school football teams have finished the 2026 regular season and are playoff-bound this weekend. WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM will provide coverage of the Darlington Tigers on Friday as they hit the road to take on Mt. Bethel Christian in the first round of the GHSA’s Private State Football Championship.

Rome, GA · 2d

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Rome City Schools Names 2031 REACH Scholars

Five Rome Middle School students took an important step toward their college futures Tuesday afternoon, signing commitments to earn $10,000 college scholarships through the REACH Georgia Scholarship Program during a ceremony at Rome High School’s College and Career Academy. Kai Green, Kendrah Green, Yaretzi Hernandez, Nozomi Perry, and Zy’ion...

Rome, GA · 1d

Gwinnett Daily Post

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Peachtree Ridge hosts Hillgrove in state football opener

Peachtree Ridge’s success early in the football season not only brought a state playoff berth, but also a first-round home game Friday against Hillgrove. The Lions, who started 6-0, have lost three of four, though all three were to state playoff teams — No. 4 seed Brookwood, No. 6 North Gwinnett and No. 29 Norcross. It eked out a 40-34, double-overtime win over Duluth to avoid a four-game losing streak. Both of the past two games — the win over Duluth and the loss to Brookwood — were played without starting quarterback Zain Belfield. Despite last week’s setback against Brookwood, the Lions got standout defensive play from R.J. Parks (13 tackles, two for losses, two sacks), Britt Finley (13 tackles) and Donovan Macombe (10 tackles). Cayden Macon was a bright spot on a slow offensive night with four catches for 56 yards. Manny Jimenez made his only field goal attempt, a 45-yarder, and punted seven times for a 39.4-yard average. Hillgrove closed its regular season a hot streak with four straight victories with two over state playoff teams, No. 23 Harrison and No. 27 North Atlanta. Class AAAAAAA First Round Hillgrove Hawks (3-AAAAAAA) Coach: Justin DeShon Record: 7-3 Seed: No.

Powder Springs, GA · 1d

CBS News Atlanta

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Driver's mistake caused Salem High football bus crash, investigators say

A driver's mistake caused a bus carrying members of Salem High School's football program to overturn last month, investigators said Tuesday. No criminal charges are expected.

Conyers, GA · 3d

CBS News Atlanta

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Rockdale County proposes combining five schools as enrollment falls

Some Rockdale County students could attend a different school in fall 2027 under a district proposal to combine five schools and redraw some attendance boundaries. High school zones would stay the same.

Rockdale County, GA · 22h

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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5 schools face consolidation threat in metro Atlanta county, magnet programs also may be impacted

A message sent to parents, and a video shared to the Rockdale County Schools social media by Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Johnson says the district is considering closing and consolidating five schools and moving two magnet programs.

Rockdale County, GA · 1d

CBS News Atlanta

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Emory University building used on "Stranger Things" torn down

An abandoned hospital owned by Emory University that was made famous on "Stranger Things" has been torn down to make way for a new senior living community.

Atlanta, GA · 1d

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Metro Atlanta school community mourns longtime teacher

A metro Atlanta school community is mourning the loss of a longtime educator remembered for her passion for teaching, laughter and encouraging spirit.

Douglas County, GA · 2d