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Marietta Daily Journal
Young finding his stride under center for Allatoona
Allatoona faces its toughest test of the season when the Buccaneers travel to visit four-time state champion Cartersville in Region 7AAAAA action in Weinman Stadium on Friday. Fortunately for Allatoona, the player leading the charge against the Purple Hurricanes will be quarterback Frank Young. The 6-foot-2, 195-pound senior has had his ups and downs, along with some injuries to overcome in becoming Allatoona's quarterback. However, he enters the contest riding a wave of momentum after producing one of the best games of his career last week in handing Villa Rica a 39-19 loss. Young ran for 124 yards and two touchdown while also completing 7-of-8 passes for 76 yards and another score in a 39-19 victory over Villa Rica. "It was definitely one of the best games of his season, and I'm super excited for him," Allatoona first-year head coach Paul Carter said. "We gave him a different opportunity under center and he gained more confidence. It allowed him to get more yards without having to throw the ball, move the offense downfield and it paid off." Young's patience from the injury last year has really paid off. He wasn't able to play in 2025 due to an injured shoulder,
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Astronaut and USAF Thunderbird to Speak at Berry College
Media release from Berry College, Written by Public Relations Student Associate Bella Brown:. A SpaceX Astronaut and former USAF Thunderbird will speak at Berry College Oct. 29 for the Cecil B. Wright III Integrity in Leadership Lecture. The lecture featuring Scott “Kidd” Poteet, will be at 6 p.m. in the...
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Meet the Teacher Advisory Council: Jenn Tansy of Dean Rusk MS!
Thank you to Jenn Tansy of Dean Rusk Middle School for serving on our Superintendent’s Teacher Advisory Council! The Council provides educators with the opportunity to share valued feedback. The talent of our teachers is unparalleled and their dedication to go the extra mile is unmatched! Many of the members appointed to the inaugural Council last year are continuing their service this school year. Each week we will introduce our new Council members to our community.
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Marietta Daily Journal
North Cobb, Walton meet for playoff positioning
North Cobb and Walton may need some help to get back into the Region 5AAAAAAA championship race. But when the two teams meet Friday night, there will still be plenty at stake. With postseason positioning and the possibility of hosting a first-round playoff game hanging in the balance, both programs are focused on finishing the regular season strong, even as the Postseason Seeding Rating (PSR) adds uncertainty to the playoff picture. For Walton coach Daniel Brunner, the rankings are worth watching, but they aren't something he wants his players worrying about. "It's up in the air with the PSR," Brunner said. "It's not like in the past where if you're a No. 2 seed out of the region, you're going to automatically get to host." Brunner said he and his coaching staff have discussed the rankings, but the message to his players remains straightforward. "All we can do is try to go 1-0 each week as we finish up these last three games and let the PSR take care of itself," Brunner said. "It's definitely on my mind, and we've talked about it as a coaching staff, but really not trying to have the kids worrying about it." North Cobb
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With 40 Miles Of Trails, This Georgia College Campus Feels Like Wandering Through A Castle Town
Forget everything you think a college campus is supposed to look like. At Berry College in Mount Berry, Georgia, stone buildings, towering trees, and winding paths create a setting that feels more like a storybook village than a place for lectures and exams. Then the trails take over. Miles of...
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Armuchee students favorite songs and the impact music has on them
Music is a big part of everyday life, especially for high school students. Throughout the 2026-2027 school year, Armuchee High School students have different music preferences and way music impacts them. While many students listen to music to relax, others use it to stay motivated and focused. Sophomore Alex Cornejo said, “Who doesn’t love music?”
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Rockmart Closing In on Calhoun’s Historic Region Winning Streak
Rockmart football continues to build one of the most impressive runs in Georgia high school football history, and the Yellow Jackets are now chasing a record established by Calhoun. Rockmart won its 70th consecutive region game last week, rolling past Ringgold 59-22 to move into sole possession of first place...
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Beyond the Rating: A Day In the Life of Professor Shane Toefper
For Shane Toepfer, Ph.D., and assistant professor of Communication, Film and Theatre at the University of North Georgia, the workday kicks off long before he sees his first class of the day. Known for his amazing reputation amongst students, Toepfer balances his demanding teaching schedule with grading, meetings and the preparation that goes into each class.
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Rome High Senior Yash Garg Selected for State Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council
Rome High School senior Yash Garg will have an opportunity to help provide a student voice on education issues across Georgia after being selected to State School Superintendent Richard Woods’ 2026-2027 Student Advisory Council. Garg was one of 84 students selected from 1,427 applicants across Georgia. Throughout the school...
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Local High School Football Teams Enter Week Nine of 2026 Regular Season
Week nine of the 2026 regular season has arrived for area high school football teams!. BYE: Adairsville, Armuchee, Calhoun, Coosa, Darlington, Lafayette, Model, Northwest Whitfield, Pepperell, Ringgold, Rome, Sonoraville, Unity. WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM are your radio destinations for Darlington football in 2026. Since the Tigers and all of the...
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Marietta Daily Journal
KSU appoints Peter Grandjean as dean of Wellstar College of Health and Human Services
Kennesaw State University has named Peter W. Grandjean dean of the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services, effective Jan. 1, 2027. Grandjean currently serves as dean of the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences at Middle Tennessee State University, where he has led efforts to strengthen academic programs, expand community partnerships and support student success across one of the university's largest colleges. “Dr. Peter Grandjean is an accomplished academic leader with a deep understanding of the evolving healthcare landscape and the important role universities play in preparing future professionals,” KSU President Kathy S. Schwaig said. “His commitment to student success, collaborative leadership style and record of advancing academic excellence make him an outstanding choice to lead the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services as Kennesaw State continues its trajectory as a leading research university.” Grandjean will lead WCHHS, which serves over 7,000 students through nationally recognized programs in healthcare, public health, social services and related fields. Working closely with faculty, staff, students, healthcare providers, and community partners, Grandjean will focus on advancing academic excellence, fostering student success, enhancing interdisciplinary research and collaboration, and expanding community engagement opportunities throughout Georgia. He also will help shape and execute an innovative