The Atlanta Hawks wrapped up a six-game homestand with a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers by 149-144 in NBA action on Monday evening at the State Farm Arena. DeAndre Hunter scored a team-high 27 points off the bench for the Hawks, who saw their most recent winning streak come to an end at four…… read more »
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ROME EMPERORS LOOK FORWARD TO 2024 SEASON
Just two months remain until the Rome Emperors open up their 2024 regular season. This will mark the first season for Rome’s minor league baseball team to take the field as the Emperors. The locals’ response to the team’s name change has been favorable so far, asserts Justin Franklin, Coordinator of Media Relations and Marketing,…… read more »
TUNE IN FOR GEORGIA TECH MEN’S HOOPS AT NC STATE THIS SATURDAY ON WLAQ
Tune in for men’s college basketball this Saturday on WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM as Georgia Tech hits the road for Raleigh, North Carolina for ACC action versus NC State. Tip off is slated for 5:30 pm; airtime is 5 pm by the Georgia Tech Sports Network from Legends Sports. The Yellow Jackets improved to 10-11…… read more »
GHC HOSTS STUDENT, FACULTY AND STAFF DAY AT NEW BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL COMPLEX
(Media release from Georgia Highlands College): On January 31, Georgia Highlands College (GHC) held a soft opening at the new GHC baseball and softball complex located adjacent to the Savoy Automobile Museum at the GHC Cartersville site, 5441 GA-20, Cartersville, GA 30121. The event, held for students, faculty and staff, featured food, prizes and games…… read more »
COMING SOON – BASEBALL SEASON!
Coming soon – baseball season! It will all begin with Spring Training later this month. The Atlanta Braves’ first Spring Training game of the year is set for Saturday, February 24th versus the Tampa Bay Rays in Port Charlotte, FL. Fans may listen to WLAQ 1410 AM or 96.9 FM for coverage from the Atlanta…… read more »
SILVER CREEK, GEORGIA NATIVE SERVING IN THE U.S. NAVY WISHES KANSAS CITY CHIEFS GOOD LUCK IN THE SUPER BOWL
(Media release from the U.S. Navy Office of Community Outreach): Petty Officer 1st Class Cameron Trammell, a native of Silver Creek, Georgia serving in the United States Navy, wishes the Kansas City Chiefs good luck during the 2024 Super Bowl. “I’m rooting for the Kansas City Chiefs, not as a fan of the team, but…… read more »
GEORGIA TECH MEN’S BASKETBALL EDGES NO. 3 NORTH CAROLINA IN TUESDAY NIGHT OUTING AMONG ACC RIVALS
In case you missed it on WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM – Georgia Tech upset No. 3 North Carolina 74-73 in a men’s college basketball match among ACC rivals on Tuesday night in Atlanta. That win over the ACC-leading Tar Heels allowed the Yellow Jackets to snap a three-game losing skid and improve to 10-11 overall,…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS GRAB DOUBLE DIGIT VICTORY AT HOME OVER LA LAKERS
The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 138-122 in NBA action at State Farm Arena on Tuesday night. Trae Young scored a team-high 26 points and had 13 assists for the Hawks, who have won their last two straight games. Dejounte Murray contributed 24 points. Austin Reaves notched a game-high 28 points for the…… read more »
REMINDER: ROME EMPERORS OPEN HOUSE EVENT SET FOR 3 PM ON WEDNESDAY
(Media release from the Rome Emperors): The Rome Emperors are ready for their second annual Open House event. The doors of AdventHealth Stadium will open on Wednesday, January 31st at 3:00pm for behind the scenes tours of the home of the Emperors. The event is open to the public and free admission. Tours will begin…… read more »
TUNE IN FOR GEORGIA TECH MEN’S HOOPS VS. NO. 3 UNC ON WLAQ
Tune in for men’s college basketball tonight on WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM as Georgia Tech plays host to No. 3 North Carolina in ACC action. Tip off is set for 7 pm in Atlanta; airtime is 6:30 pm by the Georgia Tech Sports Network from Legends Sports. The Yellow Jackets head into tonight’s meeting with…… read more »