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PHOTOS: Community pays respect to Cobb Deputy
Community gathers for procession and funeral of Cobb Deputy Jonathan Koleski who was killed in the line of duty.
Sandra Peterson from Flowery Branch, who has a son in law enforcement, holds a sign in support as the procession of fallen Deputy Jonathan Koleski passes over Chastain Road in Kennesaw on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
091422 KOLESKI FUNERAL
A  motorcade leads the procession of fallen Deputy Jonathan Koleski as people pay their respect with American flags over Chastain Rd on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
People stand by Chastain Rd to pay respect to fallen Deputy Jonathan Koleski during the procession on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
People stand by Chastain Rd to pay respect to fallen Deputy Jonathan Koleski during the procession on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
Members of the Cobb County Firefighter department salute the hearse of fallen Deputy Jonathan Koleski as the procession passes on Chastain Road on Wednesday, September on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
The hearse carrying the casket of fallen Deputy Jonathan Koleski during the procession as they pass by Chastain Rd on their way to the Georgia National Cemetery on Wednesday, September on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
091422 KOLESKI FUNERAL
091422 KOLESKI FUNERAL
091422 KOLESKI FUNERAL
091422 KOLESKI FUNERAL
A motorcade leads the caravan, escorting the family of Deputy Jonathan Koleski to the NorthStar church for his funeral service on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
Cobb County Honor Guard awaits on the casket of Deputy Jonathan Koleski to enter the NorthStar Church for his funeral service on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
The hearse of Deputy Jonathan Koleski arrives at the NorthStar Church for his funeral service on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Deputy Koleski, alongside Marshall Samual Ervin Jr, was killed late Thursday while attempting to arrest Christopher James Cook Jr. at home in the Hampton Glen subdivision last Thursday. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
A motorcade leads the caravan where the hearse of the fallen Deputy Jonathan Koleski is being transported to the NorthStar church for his funeral service on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
Cobb County Sheriff escorts the hearse of Deputy Jonathan Koleski's hearse as they arrive at the NorthStar Church for his funeral services on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.
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Sandra Peterson from Flowery Branch, who has a son in law enforcement, holds a sign in support as the procession of fallen Deputy Jonathan Koleski passes over Chastain Road in Kennesaw on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Miguel Martinez / miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com

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Georgia Tech linebacker E.J. Lightsey (2) during the first half in an NCAA college football game at Bobby Dodd Stadium, Saturday, November 22, 2025 in Atlanta. Pittsburgh won 42-28 over Georgia Tech. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)
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Credit: HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

PHOTOS: Georgia Tech defeated by Pittsburgh in Yellow Jackets' home finale

Needing a win to clinch a spot in the ACC Championship Game, Georgia Tech flopped in a big way Saturday, losing 44-28 to the Pittsburgh Panthers.

Georgia running back Dwight Phillips Jr. (center) runs for yards against the Charlotte defense during the second half in their NCAA game at Sanford Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 35-3. (Jason Getz/AJC)
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Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com

PHOTOS: Georgia defeats Charlotte in home finale

The Georgia Bulldogs closed out their home season with a convincing 35-3 win over Charlotte at Sanford Stadium Saturday afternoon.

University of Georgia’s Hairy Dawg greets fans in the Dawg Walk before the University of Georgia versus Charlotte NCAA game at Sanford Stadium in Athens on Saturday, November 22, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)
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Credit: arvin.temkar@ajc.com

PHOTOS: Fans greet Dawgs before game with Charlotte

Georgia players arrive at Sanford Stadium for their Saturday, Nov. 22, game with Charlotte. The Bulldogs go into the game as a seven- touchdown favorite.

Marist defensive back Dawson Batemon celebrates after an interception against Blessed Trinity at Marist High School on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, in Atlanta. (Colin Hubbard for the AJC)
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Credit: Colin Hubbard

Photos: Marist defeats Blessed Trinity, moves on to quarterfinals

Marist defeats Blessed Trinity, 28-10, in the 2025 GHSA state playoffs second round.

Douglas County wide receiver Aaron Gregory (center) celebrates with his Tiger teammates after their 30-24 win over North Cobb in a second round playoff game on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, at North Cobb High School in Kennesaw. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
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Credit: Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Photos: Douglas County defeats North Cobb in the second round of the playoffs

North Cobb hosted Douglas County in the second round of the 2025 GHSA football playoffs.

The dolphin exhibit is a multi-million dollar exhibit and the biggest expansion to date for the aquarium. The press got a sneak preview in 2011 of one of the pools in the 1.8 million gallon dolphin attraction which contain three dolphins, Phebe, Lily, and Shaka.  (Bob Andrews/AJC file)
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Credit: bandres@ajc.com

PHOTOS: 20 years of the Georgia Aquarium

The Georgia Aquarium celebrates 20 years in 2025. Take a look at the Atlanta institution through the years.

McEachern wide receiver Michala Butler (right) runs alongside Marietta's Joy Gross (4) in a flag football game against McEachern at Osborne High School in Marietta, GA on Monday, November 17th, 2025. (Oscar Guevara Saenz for the AJC)
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Credit: Oscar Guevara Saenz

Photos: McEachern flag football defeats Marietta

McEachern flag football defeats Marietta 14-6 on Nov. 17, 2025.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. leaves the field after the game. The Carolina Panthers defeated the Atlanta Falcons in overtime 30-27, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025.  (Miguel Martinez/AJC)
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Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

PHOTOS: Panthers defeat Falcons in overtime

In a key battle in the NFC South Division, the Carolina Panthers rallied to defeat the Atlanta Falcons Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium