The devil takes the blame for inappropriate remarks
"Look who's leaving. All the black people" was one of the remarks that sparked outrage at the graduation ceremony of TNT Academy, a small non-traditional school in Stone Mountain. The woman that made the comment and other disparaging remarks, chief administrator Nancy Gordeuk, claims the devil made her do it. [Parents Weigh In]
Improved economy evident in Georgia’s new spending bill
More details of the new $21.5 billion spending bill Gov. Nathan Deal signed into law last week have emerged. The bill plans to address colleges, bridges, schools, Medicaid, and more. [Details of the Bill]
Action taken in Deflategate
Last night the NFL finally took some action amid accusations that Tom Brady and the New England Patriots had knowledge of locker room attendants deflating footballs before pivotal games. [Brady's Punishment]
The Hawks are coming home
The Atlanta Hawks won Game 4 of the second round of the NBA playoffs 106-101 against the Washington Wizards. Game 5 will be played on Wednesday in Atlanta. The series is tied 2-2. [Game Highlights]
Falcons among teams paid for military events
A new report has revealed that many professional sports teams, including the Atlanta Falcons, were paid by the National Guard in exchange for attendance and promotion of military appreciation events, including "Hometown Heroes" segments at games. The Falcons were paid more than $1 million in taxpayer money. [13 Other Teams Paid]
Baby beluga in the deep blue…aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium gained a new tenant, a baby beluga, born on Mother's Day. The still unnamed 126 pound calf is a rarity, as she may be the first beluga born in captivity to parents also born and raised in captivity. [Plans for the Exhibit]
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