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Sonny Smart, Father of Georgia Coach Kirby Smart, Dies After Fall in New Orleans

Sonny Smart, the beloved father of Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart, has tragically passed away after a fall in New Orleans on New Year’s Eve. The unexpected loss has left the Smart family and the wider sports community grieving. Sonny Smart, a former high school football coach in Georgia, underwent surgery after fracturing his hip during the fall. However, complications following the procedure proved fatal, and he passed away…

Georgia Man Arrested After Police Pursuit in Morgan County

A 20-year-old Georgia man was arrested after leading police on a high-speed chase Saturday night. Tanjinder Singh Mahil, of Dacula, Georgia, was detained after a pursuit on I-65 and Highway 67 South, with authorities discovering drugs in his vehicle. The pursuit began at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Saturday when Priceville Police attempted to stop Mahil, who was driving a Mercedes-Benz S550. The vehicle had been flagged for several traffic violations…

Zachariah Branch and Zion Branch USC football

Branch Brothers Join Georgia, Adding Talent to Bulldogs’ Defense and Offense

USC Transfers Zachariah and Zion Branch Commit to Georgia, Elevating Bulldogs’ Future In a major boost to Georgia’s roster for the 2025 season, the Branch brothers, Zachariah and Zion, have officially announced their transfers from USC to the Bulldogs. The two former Trojans will bring their considerable talents to Georgia, strengthening both the defense and offense as head coach Kirby Smart looks to reload following a bittersweet end to the…

Gators Dominate at Home, Defeat Georgia 73-57 in Conference Opener

Florida Gators Start SEC Play Strong with Well-Rounded Win Over Bulldogs The Florida Gators opened their SEC play with a bang, cruising to a 73-57 victory over Georgia at home on Sunday. The game, which saw contributions from eight different Gators on the scoreboard and seven posting two or more rebounds, showcased the team’s depth and strong performance on both ends of the court. Coach Kelly Rae Finley’s squad came…

Georgia Bulldogs’ Kirby Smart Lands Dynamic Brother Duo from the Transfer Portal

Georgia Shakes Off Sugar Bowl Heartbreak with Key Additions to 2025 Roster Georgia’s disheartening 23-10 loss to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the Sugar Bowl may still sting, but head coach Kirby Smart is already looking ahead to the future. With the 2025 season on the horizon, the Bulldogs have pulled off an impressive coup, securing one of the most highly anticipated brother duos in college football from the…

Georgia Power Alerts Customers to Post-Holiday Scams

Customers Urged to Be Extra Cautious as Scammers Target Post-Holiday Bills As the holiday season winds down and the festive lights come down, Georgia Power is warning its customers about the surge in scams that often accompany the start of the new billing year. With people still recovering from the financial effects of the holidays, and the anticipation of tax season looming, scammers are ready to capitalize on the confusion.…

15-Year-Old Injured in Shooting at Mall of Georgia, Suspect Arrested

A tragic incident unfolded outside the Mall of Georgia on Saturday night when a 15-year-old boy was injured in a shooting. Gwinnett County police responded quickly, arresting a suspect shortly after the incident. Incident Details: A Night of Violence at a Popular Mall The shooting occurred just after 9:30 p.m. on January 5, 2025, near the Mall of Georgia in Buford, Georgia. The mall had closed for the night, but…

National College Football Writer Calls for Key Changes for Georgia’s Kirby Smart Following Tough Loss to Notre Dame

Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart faces a critical offseason following a shocking College Football Playoff exit, with CBS Sports’ John Talty offering a list of must-dos to get the program back on track. The defeat at the hands of Notre Dame exposed deep-rooted issues in Georgia’s offensive strategy and talent pool. Offensive Coordinator Shake-Up: Is Mike Bobo’s Time Running Out? The 2024 College Football Playoff was a nightmare for…

Jaden Rashada Georgia Bulldogs quarterback

Report: Georgia QB Jaden Rashada to Enter Transfer Portal

Jaden Rashada’s turbulent college football career is taking another turn as the Georgia quarterback announces his decision to enter the transfer portal. After a rollercoaster of transfers and legal battles, Rashada’s future is now uncertain once again. Rashada, who spent the 2024 season at Georgia without seeing game action, is poised to continue his career elsewhere. The quarterback’s journey through the college football landscape has been anything but smooth, marked…

Giuliani Calls Georgia 2020 Election Workers’ Questions ‘Abusive’ in Contempt Hearing

Rudy Giuliani’s legal battle continues as he faces accusations of failing to comply with a court order to surrender assets, amid claims about his role in spreading false information about the 2020 U.S. presidential election. Giuliani, the former mayor of New York City and prominent ally of former President Donald Trump, is in the midst of a contempt of court hearing, one that could further damage his already tarnished reputation.…