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
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
Around April and moving into May: upcoming events with #AuthorASnorton
As we ease into the end of April and the beginning of May, there's ample events on the horizon to take advantage of the spring weather and upcoming big days, ranging from Mother's Day to graduations from schools (i.e. high school, college, trade, and technical/vocational school). And among them are upcoming events with #AuthorASnorton to conclude the month of April and enter the month of May. Since his debut in 2017, the author is a presence in the literary field, includin
Accessible: the Simmons Memorial Foundation continues to provide access to higher education resources and beyond
Access. It's something spoken about, especially when it's not taking place for those with sincere need, let alone improved awareness. Of the thankful myriad of entities small and large who do their part to help fill in and stand in the gap when it comes to accessibility to the tools and resources needed to have a sound platform and foundation of success when it comes to college and higher education, the Simmons Memorial Foundation is one such entity. With a 30-year track
We're not there yet, but we're on our way: reflections at the wreath laying at the King Center
April 4th means different things to different people, ranging from 404 Day to the birthday of Dr. Maya Angelou. But for others, it truly is a day of reflection, especially for those who gathered at the King Center. April 4, 1968 is the day Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is assassinated in Memphis, TN. Taking place just before a march is scheduled in the city in support of the AFSCME Local 1733 strike, the focus areas of the strike (improved working and paying conditions for sa
Stopped by the Swamp Rabbits: the Atlanta Gladiators drop a 3-2 decision and look to snap their 2-game losing streak
Preview: Greenville Swamp Rabbits (25-30-7-1/58 points/6th in the ECHL South) vs Atlanta Gladiators (42-20-3-1/87 points/2nd place in the ECHL South) Coming into tonight's game (April 3, 2026/7:10pm EST puck drop at the Gas South District ), Greenville looks to earn a sweep of the home-and-home series and keep their narrow playoff hopes alive, while Atlanta looks to get back in the win column for the 2nd game of their 3-and-3 and maintain home-ice advantage for the 1st roun
