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
Overturned in overtime: the Glads extend the game to overtime, but come away with a 3-2 loss against the Ghost Pirates
Savannah Ghost Pirates (32-31-3-1/68 points/4th place in the ECHL South) vs Atlanta Gladiators (42-22-2-1/87 points/3rd place in the ECHL South) Tonight's game (April 7, 2026/puck drop at 7:10pm EST at the Gas South District ) between the Savannah Ghost Pirates and Atlanta Gladiators features in-state rivals fighting for something meaningful as the regular season grinds closer to its end and ushering in the postseason. The Ghost Pirates come in on a modest 2-game winning s
Closing out a homestand and closing in on the playoffs: The Atlanta Gladiators continue to make their playoff push
The ECHL season is a 72-game grind, as the regular season starts in October and concludes in April. During this time, after 57 games, the Atlanta Gladiators are within sight of one of their goals this season, which is a return to the postseason. Through a combination of one of the league's top defenses and opportune offense, the goal is in sight (however, it's likely not their only goal for the 2025-26 season). The team has won 2 of the 3 games on their current homestand an
Making "motherly" moves in Henry County: McDonough Moms collaborates with Super Soccer Stars of South Atlanta for their inaugural Henry County Summer Camp Expo to help families and the community
A number of great ideas started off small, and when people and entities come together for the greater good, good things can happen. In our recent conversation with McDonough Moms, what starts off as simply seeing a need and starting off with a meeting with maybe 2 or 3 people to grow to a network of close to 20,000 people shows what persistence and presence can look like when it comes to empowering mothers and their families. By the same token, an inspiration from family exp
The Right Toole for Justice: Ramona Toole (Esq.) brings 20-plus years of experience and more as she runs for Gwinnett County Superior Court Judge
In case you haven't heard, 2026 is an election year on multiple levels (click HERE for our article on happenings on the state level/Georgia). And yes, to this day, politics is local; one such local election for those in Gwinnett County includes the county's Superior Court (judge), as this is the position Ramona Toole (Esq) is running for. In our conversation with her, we get a point of reference of her credentials, platform, and ways to stay informed and engaged with her ca
Conceive. Believe. Achieve: the upcoming events via the Men and Ladies of Columbia (HS) and their focus on these aspects and so much more
Conceive. Believe. Achieve. It seems pretty straightforward when it comes to formulating an idea, having the sense of getting it done, and then doing so. Building upon these and related principles is precisely what the work of the Men and Ladies of Columbia High School in Decatur, GA is all about. Combined with their leadership team and the efforts of their chief catalyst, Bobby Frazier, students who are a part of this program, along with their supporters, are doing these
Fine-tuning time at home: after their recent 3-game road stretch and pending 4-game road trip, the Atlanta Gladiators return home for 2 games this week
In between their just concluded 3-game road trip (February 20-22, 2026) and their pending 4-game road trip (February 28-March 6, 2026 against 3 fellow ECHL South Division opponents ), the Atlanta Gladiators return home for a brief homestand (2 games) this week. Over their last 10 games, the Glads have a 5-3-1-1 record, but with losses in their last 2 games (including 1 in overtime), the team looks to keep pace with the division leading Florida Everblades and stay ahead of th
A key collaboration: The 3 Keys Foundation and the "Iconic" Iota Zeta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. team up for Spruce and Shine
Collaborations can be key when it comes to making a positive impact and leaving an enriching footprint on the fabric of the community. And with the month of March fast approaching, two community-focused organizations are teaming up to make a difference in lives of those focused on making a positive transition life-wise and beyond. We recently sat down with leadership of The 3 Keys Foundation and their collaborative partners, the "Iconic" Iota Zeta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gam
A positive push: Rep. Hank Johnson secures more than $11 million in funding for community-centered projects and programs
On February 5, 2026, some positive news is coming from Congress, especially as it relates to the 4th Congressional District. Representative Hank Johnson's office announces securing more than $11 million in Community Project Funding. This in turn is focused on areas of concern and need in the district, including Stonecrest, Lithonia, Stone Mountain, Clarkston, Tucker, Doraville, Chamblee, Dunwoody (all in DeKalb County) along with Peachtree Corners, Norcross, and Duluth (all
