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'It's insane that we even saw it': Utility workers find lost class ring
CLEMSON, S.C. — Jody Hunter’s Clemson University class of 1979 ring, lost for six years, was recently found by two South Carolina utility workers fixing a broken pipe. Hunter thought the ring, which he lost while doing yard work, was gone forever. He searched for years, even hiring a metal-detecting company, but had given up hope.
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Athens Banner-Herald
Live scoreboard for first round of Athens-area GHSA football playoffs
It's the postseason. The potential of five more games to play for 10 Athens-area teams hangs in the balance, but which ones will actually play all five? And which will be cut short on the yellow brick road to Mercedes-Benz Stadium? Here are live updates from around the Athens area for the first round of playoffs. Follow along for changes throughout the night. Because of the lack of officials, the Class 4A first round will be played on Saturday, so set a reminder to come back Sunday to see whether your team advanced or was eliminated. First round: Clarke Central football advances, South Effingham eliminated from playoffs High school football in NE Georgia: Complete coverage for the 2026 season Athens-area high school football playoff scores: First round .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } This article originally appeared on Athens Banner-Herald: Live scoreboard for first round of Athens-area GHSA football playoffs
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Clarke Central football advances, South Effingham eliminated from playoffs
ATHENS — Clarke Central head coach David Perno has never been in a situation where the offense has gone that long without touching the ball. South Effingham managed to string together several massive drives to eat up the clock, but their offensive front could not overpower the Gladiator shield, and the Mustangs fell 28-20 in the first round of the GHSA Class 6A state playoffs. "We had to make a big stop," Perno said. "Offense played good. We moved the ball. We were three for three in the first half. And we knew that drive, right before the half, kind of kept them in it. "I give credit to them. Got to tip your hat. They converted five or six third downs on that drive, ate up the whole second quarter and scored, and then got it coming out and made another long drive. That was bizarre." Clarke Central senior running back Tino Rangel, who transferred in this season from Hart County, got the scoring started for the Red and Gold on a 10-yard sprint with 9:24 remaining in the first quarter. He added his second touchdown on a goal line jump two minutes and 20 seconds later, securing a
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Georgia secures six Class of 2027 recruits on National Signing Day
ATHENS, GA – University of Georgia soccer head coach Keidane McAlpine announced Thursday afternoon the addition of six new Bulldogs to the program. The incoming class includes five freshman student-athletes and one transfer, with four of the signees joining the program for the spring exhibition season. Phoebe Apple |...
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Assistant Principal at York Comprehensive High School is fired
YORK CO., S.C. – The assistant principal at York Comprehensive High School has been fired by the York School District One board. The decision comes after district leaders say Charles Drakeford had been placed on administrative leave amid an investigation into a personnel matter. The district says because it is a personnel matter, they cannot release any more details.
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Upstate high school band to perform in 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
DUNCAN — James F. Byrnes High School Rebel Regiment Band will perform in the 2026 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in the historic 100th anniversary of the holiday tradition. It is the band’s fourth time performing in the New York City parade. The Rebel Regiment previously marched in the parade in 1980, 1996 and 2002. Chris Moss, band director for Byrnes High and Spartanburg County School District 5, performed in the 1996 appearance as a Byrnes student. Moss said the performances have become a talking point among the community, with everyone knowing someone who performed in it. “So I know that i...
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Game of the Week: Hillcrest at Byrnes
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The second round of the South Carolina high school football playoffs takes the Palmetto Sports team to James F. Byrnes, hosting Hillcrest. The Byrnes Rebels took the win 38-17 and will head to face Dutch Fork next Friday. Feel more informed, prepared, and connected with...