Fans react: Tommy Nobis, ‘Mr. Falcon,’ is dead at 74

Tommy Nobis, "Mr. Falcon," has died at the age of 74.

Nobis died Wednesday morning at home with his wife at his side, after an extended illness, the Atlanta Falcons confirmed.

Football fans and fans of Nobis shared memories and thoughts on Twitter.

Nobis was Atlanta’s No. 1 pick in the NFL draft and played his college ball at Texas.

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East Lake pro earns $50K prize for winning The Drew golf tournament

Dan Merriman topped a 72-player field to win The Drew golf tournament at East Lake and earn a check for $50,000

Kennesaw State basketball cruises in season opener with 105-30 win

Kennesaw State cruised past Paine College 105-30 in its season opener. Next up, the Owls will head on the road to play Florida A&M on Saturday.

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Atlanta among airports where FAA will cut flights due to shutdown

The U.S. Department of Transportation will cut flights by 10% across 40 of the nation’s busiest airports on Friday to alleviate pressure on air traffic controllers.

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Our list of 15 family-friendly doings in metro Atlanta for Oct. 31-Nov. 2 includes several festivals, a chili cookoff, a circus and so much more.