An infusion of culture: the upcoming World Cup Experience Events via Taylor Frucel provide programming across arts, entertainment, music, cuisine, and fashion
From June 15-July 15, 2026, Atlanta is a city the world is sure to watch given the games and related events associated with the 2026 World Cup. The global signature event in soccer features the world's top national teams competing for the game's ultimate prize. While some may be able to actually partake of the games, there's a number of themed events to provide an engaging experience. And one set of events to keep an eye on includes the World Cup Experience Events. Under th
A purpose in being prepared: the upcoming book discussion via Shenita Connally focuses on providing access to resources in getting things in order
Is your life in order? When it comes to preparing for the inevitable, getting one's affairs in order is a conversation that has to take place. Despite the challenges that come with such conversations, not having them can wreak havoc and in a proverbial manner, add kerosene to a fire. Given her life experience in transitioning, Shenita Connally's book Is Your House In Order is a deep yet accessible dive into the need to plan ahead as fully as possible. Inspired by the needs
On the rise: the Atlanta Gladiators' 2025-26 season sets the stage for developing talent and competing for meaningful games beyond the month of April
The ECHL season is a long one. The regular season (72 games) starts in mid-October and for most teams, concludes in mid-April. For 16 teams (4 from each division), their season continues into post-season play for the ECHL Championship, the Kelly Cup. And while the Atlanta Gladiators' season concluded on May 4th with a series-ending 3-1 loss in Game 6 of their 1st round playoff series against the South Carolina Stingrays (a 4-2 series loss), while ending sooner than planned,
Year 11 of the Winner's Circle: the Alphas of Atlanta build on their community impact via the #AlphaDerbyWeekend
Since its inaugural effort in 2015, the #AlphaDerbyWeekend via the Alphas of Atlanta is one of the key events of its kind nationally. Yes, we said nationally. The Kentucky Derby themed event has evolved from a 2-day event (2015-16) to a 3-day event (2017-19) and eventually adding a golf tournament component (2021) to being one of the most prestigious events outside the actual Kentucky Derby in Louisville, KY. Given larger corporate partnerships which includes the likes of (b
Stopped in Game 6: the South Carolina Stingrays come away with a 3-1 win over the Atlanta Gladiators and win their 1st round playoff series by a 4-2 margin
Preview: South Carolina Stingrays (#2 seed in the ECHL South) vs Atlanta Gladiators (#3 seed in the ECHL South) Coming into tonight's Game 6 (May 4, 2026 at the Gas South District/7:10pm EST puck drop), the series is playing out as advertised (click HERE for our series preview). Four of the five games in the series are decided by 1 goal, as the Stingrays hold a 3-2 series lead. With a win tonight, South Carolina can end the series; however, Atlanta has no intentions of havi
Game 4: Chaos and controversy as the Atlanta Gladiators' "Hockey Hail Mary" is overturned and results in a 4-3 win for the South Carolina Stingrays
Preview: South Carolina Stingrays vs Atlanta Gladiators (1st round of the ECHL Playoffs - South Carolina leads 2-1) Tonight's game (April 28, 2026 at the Gas South District/7:10pm EST puck drop) is yet another critical game in the best-of-7 series between the ECHL South Division rivals. Coming off last night's 4-0 win, a Game 4 win for the Stingrays gives them a commanding 3-1 series lead, while a win for the Gladiators evens the series. The Stingrays' leading scorer in the
Shutdown by the Stingrays: the Glads drop a 4-0 decision in Game 3 and look to even the series in Game 4
Preview: South Carolina Stingrays vs Atlanta Gladiators (1st round ECHL Playoffs - the series is tied at 1) Coming into tonight's pivotal Game 3 matchup in the 1st round of the ECHL Playoffs, the South Carolina Stingrays and Atlanta Gladiators come in tied at 1 game apiece. With both teams scoring 1 goal wins (Game 1 is a win for the Stingrays and Game 2 is a win for the Glads), tonight's matchup (April 27, 2026 at 7:10pm EST at the Gas South District) is an opportunity for
Now, we have a series. The South Carolina Stingrays and Atlanta Gladiators lock horns at the Gas South District tied at 1 in their 1st round playoff series
When we released our preview article on the 1st round ECHL Playoff series between the South Carolina Stingrays and Atlanta Gladiators, we labelled it as an "Even Steven" (click HERE to read our preview) based on how evenly matched the teams are, starting with the 1 point which separates them in the South Division standings. As the series shifts to the Gas South District for Games 3 and 4 (April 27th and 28th respectively with the puck dropping at 7:10pm EST on both nights), w
Even Steven: the upcoming 1st round playoff matchup between South Carolina and Atlanta is as even as they come
The ECHL season (2 levels below the NHL) is a grind. After a 72 game regular season (which starts in mid-October and concludes in mid-April), of the 30 teams that are in the league, the top-16 teams (4 teams from each division) earn the right to play in another gauntlet, the postseason, along with pursuit of the league's ultimate prize, the Kelly Cup. The 1st round of the playoffs are within the division (the 1st place team plays the 4th place team while the 2nd and 3rd plac
Good things on the golf course and Central Gwinnett: the return of their annual golf tournament
It's April. It's Spring. And it's time to enjoy the great outdoors, not just on a weekend, but a weekday. Yes, the weekday, as next Tuesday, April 14th, is an opportunity for lovers of the game of golf along with supporting great causes can enjoy some time on the green. Just as they did last year (click HERE for our article), the Central Gwinnett High School football program is hosting their golf tournament. It takes place at the Olde Atlanta Golf Course (5750 Olde Atlan
