• UGA vs. Alabama in SEC CHampionship game 2023

    Alabama Beats Georgia in SEC Championship

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    The Georgia Bulldogs lost to the Alabama Crimson Tide 27-24 on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 in a showdown between the best teams in the SEC.

    The Dawgs, which saw their 29-game win streak end, pulled up just short in their bid to win a third straight SEC Championship and national title after playing from a 10-point lead for most of the second half.

    UGA quarterback Carson Beck had a solid game, finishing with 249 yards passing. He also rushed for two touchdowns from the one yard line.

    Georgia’s outstanding tight end Brock Bowers, who had 51 yards receiving, looked to be not 100% since coming back from injury two weeks ago. Ladd McConkey finished the night with 38 yards and seemed to be limping after a first-half collision.

    On the other side of the field, Alabama freshman quarterback Jalen Milroe officially put the SEC on notice that he is coming strong in 2024. Tide Head Coach Nick Saban said after the game that the victory took not only Milroe, but the whole squad.

    “This is a team. These guys here are what you call a team,” Saban said. “This is a great team. They play together as a team. They overcame adversity. They showed today and proved that they can win against anybody.”

    The loss means that Georgia may lose out on a chance to make it to the College Football Playoff, which Head Coach Kirby Smart does not agree with.

    “You’re going to tell me, someone is sitting in that committee room and doesn’t think that Georgia team is one of the best four teams, I don’t know if they’re in the right profession,” Smart said after the game.

    Final Play

    Will Georgia make it to the Big Dance? The Dawgs’ strength of schedule is impeccable. We will have to wait and see.

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  • Georgia Bulldogs 2023 football schedule

    Georgia Bulldog 2023 Football Schedule: Scores, Dates And Times

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    Well, that happened. The Georgia Bulldogs lost to the Alabama Crimson Tide 27-23 on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The loss snapped the Bulldogs’ 29-game winning streak.

    Will Georgia make it to the Big Dance? The Dawgs’ strength of schedule is impeccable. We will have to wait and see.

    If you watch the Georgia Bulldogs, you’ll see an elite college football team.

    Georgia still has enormous expectations when it comes to winning a major bowl game.

    Head Coach Kirby Smart has prepared quarterback Carson Beck to take the team back to the title this year or next.

    “We have to set a standard for how we practice in season,” he told reporters. “You don’t inherit that from other teams.”

    Who did Georgia Bulldogs play in 2023?

    Georgia Bulldogs 2023 Football Schedule: Home, Away Games, Scores

    DateOpponentTime & LocationTicket Info / Score
    Saturday, Sept. 2Tennessee-Martin Seahawks6:00 p.m. at Sanford Stadium48-7 W
    Saturday, Sept. 9Ball State Cardinals12:00 p.m. at Sanford Stadium45-3 W
    Saturday, Sept. 16South Carolina Gamecocks3:30 p.m. at Sanford Stadium24-14 W
    Saturday, Sept. 23UAB Blazers7:00 p.m. at Sanford Stadium49-21 W
    Saturday, Sept. 30Auburn UniversityJordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, Al.27-20 W
    Saturday, Oct. 7Kentucky WildcatsSanford Stadium51-13 W
    Saturday, Oct. 14Vanderbilt CommodoresFirstbank Stadium, Nashville, TN37-20 W
    Saturday, Oct. 21BYE WEEK
    Saturday, Oct. 28Florida GatorsJacksonville, Fla.43-20 W
    Saturday, Nov. 4Missouri Tigers (Homecoming)Sanford Stadium30-21 W
    Saturday, Nov. 11Ole MissSanford Stadium52-17 W
    Saturday, Nov. 18Tennessee VolunteersNeyland Stadium, Knoxville, TNGet Tickets
    Saturday, Nov. 25Georgia Tech YellowjacketsBobby Dodd Stadium, Atlanta. Ga.Get Tickets
    Saturday, Dec. 2SEC ChampionshipMercedes Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Ga.

    Will Georgia Be Good In 2023?

    Although the schedule is easier than it’s been in several years, the Bulldogs will need to go undefeated to make it back into the College Football Playoff. Although the Bulldogs play in the mighty SEC, their strength of schedule will not work in their favor this time.

    Georgia repeated as the college football national championship on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 with a convincing victory over the TCU Horned Frogs.

    Who Is Georgia’s Starting Quarterback For 2023?

    Smart named Redshirt Sophomore Carson Beck is the starting quarterback in early August. So far, Beck has looked good on the gridiron and shown the ability to throw the ball downfield.

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    Week 1: Georgia 48 UT-Martin 7

    Georgia opened the season with a 48-7 thrashing of Tennessee-Martin at home in Sanford Stadium. Although the Bulldogs only scored 17 in the first half, they poured it on in the second.

    Week 2: Georgia 45, Ball State 3

    On Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, Georgia handily beat the Ball State Cardinals 45-3. The Dawgs scored 31 points in the first half and another 17 in the third quarter.
    The Cards we’re headed for a shutout until they scored 3 points in the fourth quarter.

    Week 3: Georgia 24, South Carolina 14

    Georgia got past the South Carolina Gamecocks 24-14 on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, but it wasn’t easy.

    When Georgia faces a familiar opponent, they play down to their level. This weekend the South Carolina Gamecocks played the best half of football against a no. 1-ranked team as they ever had. Georgia still managed to win the game.

    Week 4: Georgia 49, UAB 21

    On a beautiful Saturday evening in Athens, Georgia ran through the UAB Blazers 49-21 to remain undefeated. the Bulldogs could only muster 7 points in the first quarter, but blew the doors off the game with a 21-point second quarter before pouring it on in the second half.

    Week 5: Georgia 27, Auburn 20

    The Georgia Bulldogs beat the Auburn Tigers 27-20 on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. Although the Dawgs’ offense didn’t produce much, Coach Kirby Smart relied on a stout second-half defense to lock in the win.

    Week 6: UGA 51, Kentucky 13

    Georgia looked good in all phases on Saturday night. Quarterback Carson Beck threw for 389 yards and four touchdowns as the Dawgs raced to a 34-7 halftime lead.

    Week 7: Georgia 37, Vandy 20

    Georgia whipped Vanderbilt 37-20 on Oct. 14, 2023 but lost tight end Brock Bowers to an ankle injury.

    After the game, Georgia Coach Kirby Smart said that X-rays were negative on Bowers’ injury, but that he would have an MRI done as well.

    Let’s take a look at the Georgia-Vanderbilt highlights:

    Week 8: Georgia 43, Florida 20

    The Georgia Bulldogs whipped the Florida Gators 43-20 on Oct. 28, 2023 in “the largest outdoor cocktail party” in the nation.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bM2_bDSJdag

    SEC Championship Game: Georgia 24, Alabama 27

    he Georgia Bulldogs lost to the Alabama Crimson Tide 27-24 on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 in a showdown between the best teams in the SEC.

    The Dawgs, which saw their 29-game win streak end, pulled up just short in their bid to win a third straight SEC Championship and national title after playing from a 10-point lead for most of the second half.

    Final Play

    Georgia expects big things out of its offense, even though Beck is in his first year as quarterback. The Dawgs are relying on tight end Bowers and Ladd McKonkey to provide big plays to move the sticks and score points.


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  • Mujo menu in Atlanta

    Atlanta Lands 2 Restaurants On Esquire’s Best Of List

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    When it comes to new restaurants in Atlanta, you know that some select Georgia spots off any list. Esquire recently listed the year’s Best New Restaurants in America, an annual list of the most remarkable food destinations in the United States.

    Atlanta placed two eateries on the list, which is featured in the Winter 2023 issue, available on retailer shelved by December 5.

    Here’s what Esquire had to say about two Atlanta restaurants:

    Gigi’s Italian Kitchen

    1660 McLendon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 |  (404) 371-0889

    “The menu, executed by Jacob Armando and Eric Brooks, leaves little room for choice. Two entrees, one pasta, a salad, a beef carpaccio, polenta with caviar, creme fraiche and trout roe, and a tiramisu. Brooks and Armando are virtuosic, indeed obsessed, in execution. The food puts you in such good humor that you can’t help but make friends and end the evening sharing slugs of amaro passed down the bar by once and future strangers who, for tonight, are your paesans.”

    Mujō

    691 14th St NW c, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 400-6832

    “J. Trent Harris, the young chef who spent years at Sushi Ginza Onodera in New York and Tokyo before opening the 15-seat omakase restaurant Mujō, credits the Atlanta airport for the sterling ingredients. Hairy crabs, delivered live from Hokkaido, are split open, their meat mixed with tuna-infused sauce in an early meal zensai. As a practitioner of Edomae sushi, Harris isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel with his nigiri but rather ensure its smooth revolutions.”

    How To Eat Atlanta

    Yes, if you’ve got the gall and money, you can actually eat Atlanta. Eat it up. If you’re a health nut and want more local healthy food choices, perhaps you’ll be interested in our Guide to Local Farmers Markets.

    We also have special coverage of Black Farmers In Atlanta as well as How To Keto In Atlanta.

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    Casting Call: Hip, Young NY Types Needed For Music Video In Atlanta

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    If you’ve got the look of a young, cool and hip New Yorker, you might be just the part for a casting opportunity in Atlanta.

    Cab Castings is trying to fill some background roles for a music video.

    Music Video Casting In Atlanta

    NOW CASTING PAID MALE and FEMALE extras to portray young hip New York Style BG for a music video, in Atlanta, GA filming in ATLANTA,GA for Undisclosed Award Winning Director.

    We are casting for the following specific extras for this scene:

    -Young Hip New York Style BG

    • Ages 18 to 35
    • All Ethnicities
    • Rate: $100/8 (paid same day at wrap)
    • Date: Sunday December 3, 2023 , tentative call time 8AM

    If available, please email the information below to info@cabcastings.com
    w/Subject Line: SUNDAY BG

    PLEASE INCLUDE ALL INFO BELOW:
    – Name
    – Number
    – Age
    – Height
    – Race/Ethnicity

    • Do you have visible tattoos? If so, where?
      – 2 RECENT PICTURES (1 Head shot and 2 Full body)

    *PLEASE INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION ABOVE IN YOUR EMAIL FOR PROPER BOOKING!!!

    Last Words

    With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.

    There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.

    See Atlanta Casting Calls And Auditions Available Right Now

    Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls

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  • Get Free Coffee At This Atlanta Spot

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    Who of us couldn’t use a nice cup of coffee … for free?

    Savi Provisions in Atlanta and elsewhere around the Southeast is offering a free cup of Joe with the purchase of one of its gourmet breakfast sandwiches.

    How To Get Free Coffee Through the End of 2023

     Savi is offering guests a FREE medium coffee from local staple and Athens-based Jittery Joe’s Coffee with each breakfast sandwich purchased through the end of this yearBreakfast sandwiches include:

    • The Bagel Boy: bacon, eggs, and cheddar cheese on a bagel
    • My Second Love: chicken sausage, eggs, and cheddar cheese on ciabatta
    • Savi Egg White: egg whites topped with cheddar cheese, tomatoes, avocado, and pesto aioli on ciabatta

    Ready to partake? Find a Savi Provisions near you.

    Grocer and convenience store Savi Provisions offers locally sourced goods from gourmet and organic foods, fine wines and spirits, and a café menu featuring ready-to-go breakfast options, lunch, and dinner deli sandwiches, and more.

    Last Words

    Aside from awesome places to get coffee, Atlanta has some pretty cool eateries as well. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.

    Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta


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  • Young Thug trial in Fulton County courthouse

    Young Thug’s YSL Trial Day 2: ‘Young Thug Means Truly Means Humbled Under God’

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    Opening statements continued on the second day of the racketeering trial against Atlanta rapper Young Thug. Court proceedings began Monday, Nov. 27, 2023 in a packed Fulton County, Georgia, courtroom.

    Fulton prosecutors, led by Fani Willis, allege that Young Thug, aka Jeffrey Williams, was the self-proclaimed leader of the YSL (Young Slime Life) criminal enterprise affiliated with the Bloods street gang.

    On the other hand, the defendant claims that YSL — which stands for Young Stoner Life — was little more than a homegrown record label.

    YSL Trial: Day 2

    On day two, Williams’ attorneys did their best to turn the narrative that Young Thug’s lyrics described crimes on its head. And one point, Attorney Brian Steel said, “

    “Drive-by shootings. These are common themes. This is, you will learn, this is studio gangsters. They are in the studio. They are creating music for us to listen to,” said Steel. 

    About a year ago, former YSL label mate Gunna pleaded guilty to RICO charges, which he claims don’t affect Young Thug’s case one way or the other.

    YSL Trial: Day 1

    In her opening statements, Fulton Chief Deputy DA Adriane Love opened by prepping jurors about what they will hear about Williams.

    “What you will not hear any evidence of is that the defendants were not involved in a criminal street gang,” she said.

    She went on to paint Williams as “King Slime,” someone who turned the community into a haven of crime.

    “They created a crater in the middle of Fulton County’s Cleveland Avenue community that sucked in the youth, the innocence and even the lives of some of its youngest members,” she said.

    The trial’s first day has been marked by many testy exchanges between the judge and the state and defense, including one in which all Powerpoint presentations were denied.

    The judge also introduced his dog to the trial, saying to ignore it during proceedings.

    Williams’ attorneys have said that the rapper is innocent on all counts.

    Stay with AtlantaFi.com for the latest on the case as well as all things Atlanta.

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  • Southwest plane

    ‘He Put Something On The Plane’: Flight From New Orleans To Atlanta Delayed

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    The Atlanta Falcons beat the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023 in downtown Atlanta. Hours earlier, a Southwest Airlines flight leaving New Orleans for Atlanta had to be delayed after a passenger open an emergency exit for unknown reasons.

    Video shared on social media shows passengers hurriedly going to the exits and another flier telling them, “He put something on the plane … He put something on the plane and jumped out the window.”

    Additional footage showed a man attempting to get into an airport worker vehicle before being subdued by two employees.

    According to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, the passenger got out of the plane, which was still at the gate at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport about 7:40 p.m. and climbed onto the wing. He was “incoherent” and taken to a nearby hospital to be checked out.

    When he jumped to the ground, where he was quickly subdued until law enforcement, the sheriff’s office said in a statement.

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  • Tyler Perry on The View

    Tyler Perry Brought To Tears Over TV Host’s Remark On Documentary

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    Atlanta movie mogul Tyler Perry has been making the rounds doing promotion for his newest film, Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story, which is streaming on Netflix.

    When Perry recently went on The View TV show, he was struck by something Sara Haines said about the documentary.

    “I met your mother,” Haines said about the film, which has received rave reviews from critics. That little aside caught Perry right in his heart. “You .. you met my mother?” he said, visibly emotional.

    Perry’s mother passed away on December 8, 2009. For him, the moment was one of confirmation that the documentary introduced the woman who raised him to the world.

    Watch the emotional moment here.

    How To Watch Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story

    Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story is set to stream on November 17 on Amazon Prime.

    If you don’t have Prime, you can download it for free and use it for 30 days before you have to pay for it. The 30-day trial is one of the most generous in the streaming.

    Final Act

    Because of the steady flow of movie and TV productions, Atlanta has been called the Hollywood of the South and it’s not just a label.. If you want to be an actor, the city has classes you can take as well as places that provide headshots and more. You can also audition at numerous casting calls to build your movie and TV reel.

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    SITKA Gear Set To Open At Battery Atlanta

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    Hunting and outdoor apparel store SITKA Gear is set to open its newest retail location at The Battery Atlanta.

    The retailer is planning a spring 2024 opening, according to press release.

    Coming Soon To Atlanta: SITKA Gear

    The upscale mixed-use development’s significance as a spirts Mecca made it an attractive destination for SITKA Gear to expand its presence in the Southeast.

    SITKA Gear is widely known for high-performance hunting and outdoor apparel, designed to provide hunters and outdoor adventurers with unmatched comfort, durability and functionality in the field.

    “The Battery Atlanta has quickly become one of Atlanta’s most sought-after destinations, offering a mix of entertainment, dining and shopping, which made it a no-brainer when deciding where we wanted our next brick-and- mortar store,” said Alley Ray, SITKA Retail Experience Manager. “We are delighted to bring SITKA Products to Braves Country and give Georgia a supreme choice for outdoor and hunting gear.”

    Where Will SITKA Be Located In Atlanta?

    SITKA Gear will be located on Battery Walk next to River Street Sweets ∙ Savannah’s Candy Kitchen – offering visitors a go-to destination for functional, high-performance, technical outdoor gear.

    This Atlanta store marks a significant milestone for SITKA Gear as it will be the company’s third retail location, joining locations in Dallas and the brand’s hometown of Bozeman, Montana.
    “Braves Development Company looks forward to providing Atlantans with a top outdoor apparel and hunting option unlike any other in the state when they visit The Battery Atlanta,” said Executive Vice President of Development, Jeremy Strife. “SITKA Gear will seamlessly blend into our diverse lineup of destinational concepts.”

    The new SITKA Gear store at The Battery Atlanta will provide an immersive shopping experience for customers, featuring a wide range of products, including hunting gear, outdoor apparel and accessories.

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    Along with the wonderful things to eat and do in Atlanta, there are also so awesome places to shop. 

    In addition to malls, many Atlanta boutiques and consignment shops have daily deals so that you can save money.

     Atlanta’s retail scene continues to be a bright spot for the local economy — and that means more sales for everyone!

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  • Atlanta Falcons Jessie Bates touchdown vs. Saints

    Falcons Whip The Saints, 24-15: 3 Takeaways

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    The Atlanta Falcons beat the New Orleans Saints, 24-15 on Sunday, November 25, 2023 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta. It was the return of Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder, who had missed the previous two games due to injury and the coach’s decision.

    Ridder looked sharp and relaxed in his most confident win of his NFL career. That bodes well for the Falcons as they get into the teeth of their 2023 schedule.

    Here are three things we learned about Sunday’s victory.

    Falcons Won Big at the Line of Scrimmage

    “They did a good job of blocking us up front,” said Saints coach Dennis Allen. “We will look at schematically what we can do to be better there. That was a big factor, them winning the line of scrimmage.”

    Not only did the Falcons’ offensive and defensive lines rule the day, but the Falcons safety Jessie Bates came up with a pick six that ushered in the scoring for Atlanta. Here’s how it all went down, courtesy of former NFL quarterback turned analyst RGIII.

    Bijan Robinson Is a Star

    The Saints had no answer for the Falcons rushing attack, led by rookie Bijan Robinson, who ran for 91 yards and a touchdown to finish with 123 total yards. He also caught a touchdown.

    The Falcons (5-6) ran for 228 yards between rushes from Robinson, Tyler Allgeier, Cordarrelle Patterson and Ridder.

    Behind the running game, the Falcons were able to ice the game and play keep away from the Saints in the closing minutes of the game.

    “That was encouraging,” said Falcons coach Arthur Smith. “That’s where we need to be to close out game.”

    Desmond Ridder Shows Confidence

    Although he threw two interceptions, both of Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu, Ridder and the Falcons overcame those turnovers to get the win.

    “What you like about him is the way he came back,” Coach Smith said of Ridder fighting through his struggles. “He doesn’t flinch. He’s resilient and we’ll keep working.”

    “However it came, good, bad or ugly, go out and get a win,” quarterback Ridder said after the game.

    Final Play

    The Falcons now are in a tie with the Saints for first-place in the NFC South. Should the playoffs start today, the Falcons would get the nod due to their head-to-head battle with New Orleans and their undefeated division record (4-0).

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