A few of our favorites: a look back at our top stories of 2025 (from the first half of the year)
It's that time again. As 2025 comes to a close and 2026 is about to begin (as of this Thursday), we take time to take a look back at a few of our favorite stories covered during the year. Of course, all stories are good ideas as there's always something taking place during the year, and while we're sure there's going to be a level of debate and discussion, that's ok. It's good to share and exchange ideas, especially on items that connect with people and the places and spaces
A triumphant trifecta: the Atlanta Gladiators sweep their 3 and 3 thanks to Louis Boudon's hat trick and outstanding team defense in a 3-1 win over the Greenville Swamp Rabbits
Preview: Greenville Swamp Rabbits (11-9-4-0/26 points/tied for 4th place in the ECHL South Division) vs the Atlanta Gladiators (18-6-0-0/36 points/2nd place in the ECHL South Division) Coming into today's game at the Gas South District (December 21, 2025 at 3:10pm EST), the Atlanta Gladiators are looking to close out their second 3 and 3 of the season (3 games in 3 days) on a winning note. With a home win on Friday against a division foe, the Jacksonville Icemen (by a 3-2 s
3 and 3: the Atlanta Gladiators' upcoming weekend includes 3 games in 3 days as they make their midseason push in the ECHL South Division
During the holidays, the weekends hit a little differently. And for the Atlanta Gladiators , this weekend hit differently. The team currently sits in 3rd place in the ECHL South Division (16-6-0-0/32 points), but they are only 4 points out of first place as the teams ahead of them (the 1st place Florida Everblades have 36 points and the 2nd place South Carolina Stingrays have 33 points) have played more games (24 and 26 respectively), so the Glads are clearly within strikin
A celebration of life, a testimony, and a call to action: the 5th annual gala via Styletainment celebrates breast cancer survivors and rallies the community for continued advocacy
Love is truly in the air on December 14, 2025. Taking place at the Delta Marriott (Somerset, NJ), Styletainment , the creative and performing arts collective, hosts their 5th annual gala. The event consists of class and elegance synonymous with a black-tie affair, but there's more to the event than the attire. Complete with a happy hour/networking time which includes of a red carpet experience, the event is essentially a "2-act" play complete with the excellence and effort
Hope for the holidays: the Cathy Collins House of Hope holiday event looks to help 300 families during this time of the year
During the holidays or any day, people have the capacity to serve. And one such group who does so is the Cathy Collins House of Hope. The 501c3 (nonprofit) has a dedication to empowering children and young families through their programs, ranging from financial literacy, life skills, and access to resources. And on December 20, 2025, they are doing so along with providing opportunities for the community to lend support. Their upcoming event has a goal of supporting 300 fam
Getting "icy" during the day: the Loganville-Conyers Alphas' #BlackIceAffair is a day party to support their holiday season service initiatives
During the holiday season, there's typically events taking place to simply partake of good times with family, friends, and loved ones. And even the 21 and older and mature audiences have their share of day and evening events to be a part of. And speaking of, the Loganville-Conyers (Sigma Eta Lambda) chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is hosting their annual affair full of flair, festivity, and doing so to support a key community cause and program. On December 13,
Emerald Green and Grand: in year 5, Styletainment continues to celebrate breast cancer survivors and more for their upcoming gala
One of the more positive aspects of the holidays is taking time to celebrate. And on December 13, 2025 (starting at 4pm), celebration is one of the underlying themes of the upcoming holiday affair via Styletainment. Taking place at the Delta Hotels by Marriott (110 Davidson Ave in Somerset, NJ), the performing arts collective is hosting its 5th edition of its Gala Awards. The black-tie affair takes on a creative flair with an emerald green theme for patrons of the event. T
Getting ready for the gauntlet: the Atlanta Gladiators upcoming 3 games in 3 days highlights their 6 games over an 8-day stretch
As the ECHL regular season approaches its first 1/3 of the season (24 of their 72 regular season games), the Atlanta Gladiators are making their presence felt during the "1st period" of the year. In the ECHL South Division, the Glads are in 2nd place, just 2 points out of the division's top spot (12-4-0-0/24 points). This week, the team is preparing for their first 3 and 3 of the season (3 games in 3 days). The first two games of the stretch opens on the road with back to
