Friday, April 11, 2014

Ironman athlete killed while cycling identified as Atlanta firefighter (updated) – The Times-Picayune

The Times-PicayuneAn Atlanta firefighter in New Orleans for this weekend’s Ironman competition was killed Friday morning (April 11) after a vehicle struck him as he rode his bicycle. The firefighter was identified as Sgt. Frank Guinn, said Janet Ward, a spokeswoman with …Ironman athlete, veteran Atlanta firefighter struck and killed while cyclingWWL all 9 news […]



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Hawks handle Nets to close in on playoff spot – ESPN

ESPNThough the Hawks couldn’t clinch the final Eastern Conference berth because the Knicks won earlier in Toronto, Atlanta remained two games up with three to play. The Hawks need just one more win or New York loss, and can secure their postseason place …Nets fall to Hawks, 93-88, as Atlanta inches toward playoff spotThe Star-LedgerRecap: […]



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TV briefs: ‘Atlanta Eats’ in Vegas, AMHQ at Atlanta Botanical Garden, local … – Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)

TV briefs: ‘Atlanta Eats’ in Vegas, AMHQ at Atlanta Botanical Garden, local …Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)He was already doing some production work for the Venetian so he decided to tie that in with “Atlanta Eats.” He spent a half day each with Thomas Keller, “The Cake Boss” Buddy Valastro and Emeril Lagasse. Each celebrity food […]



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No Bunk: Wendell Pierce is the greenest celeb in the game – Grist

No Bunk: Wendell Pierce is the greenest celeb in the gameGristA: C’mon man, it’s Bunk from The Wire, our favorite detective who kept a cigar in his mouth and a “fuck” in every quote. B. Because he said in The Wire, “The Bunk can’t swim. I ain’t too good at floatin’ either.” C. Because he’s […]



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Boston College senior dies after being hit by cab in NYC – Fox News

Fox NewsA popular Boston College senior died Thursday night after she was hit by a cab as she crossed a street in New York, MyFoxBoston.com reported. Kelly Gordon, of Brielle, New Jersey, was reportedly out celebrating after a job interview with Goldman Sachs.Boston College Senior Struck, Killed by 2 Cabs in New York CityBoston.comBoston College […]



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TV briefs: ‘Atlanta Eats’ in Vegas, AMHQ at Atlanta Botanical Gardens, local … – Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)

TV briefs: ‘Atlanta Eats’ in Vegas, AMHQ at Atlanta Botanical Gardens, local …Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)He was already doing some production work for the Venetian so he decided to tie that in with “Atlanta Eats.” He spent a half day each with Thomas Keller, “The Cake Boss” Buddy Valastro and Emeril Lagasse. Each celebrity food […]



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Joseph Perrin, 90: Contributed to growth of Atlanta arts – Atlanta Journal Constitution

Joseph Perrin, 90: Contributed to growth of Atlanta artsAtlanta Journal ConstitutionPerrin also believed Atlanta needed a public art school or university, so beginning with only a few professors, he established the School of Art and Design at Georgia State University, where he taught and played a key role in transforming it into the … …read […]



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Matt Ryan: Owner ‘has my back’ – ESPN

Matt Ryan: Owner ‘has my back’ESPNMatt Ryan refused to criticize his teammates for not coming to his defense in last year’s season opener, but the Atlanta Falcons quarterback fully understands why the incident annoyed team owner Arthur Blank. Ryan appeared on 680 The Fan radio’s “Front … and more …read more Source: Atlanta News By […]



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APC Mock Draft 2014: Atlanta Falcons select Greg Robinson – Acme Packing Company

Acme Packing CompanyAn NFC favorite before the season started, Atlanta managed to hit the 3-bar jackpot of disappointment: Injuries, poor player performance, and bad coaching (although Mike Smith has done a fine job, three line coaches were fired after the season). The …Atlanta Falcons: 5 NFL Draft Rumors You Need To KnowRant Sports all 129 […]



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Rajon Rondo’s flop late in Boston Celtics’ loss to Atlanta Hawks draws warning … – MassLive.com

MassLive.comBoston Celtics’ Rajon Rondo, left, is helped off the floor by teammate Brandon Bass after being fouled by Atlanta Hawks’ Paul Millsap in the third quarter of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, April 9, 2014, in Atlanta. The Hawks won 105-97.Hawks rally past Celtics, inch closer to postseason berthCBSSports.comCeltics-Hawks Live: Kyle Korver Heats Up Late […]



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Atlanta, Savannah restaurants on ’44 Most Anticipated’ list – Atlanta Business Chronicle

Atlanta, Savannah restaurants on ’44 Most Anticipated’ listAtlanta Business ChronicleTwo Georgia restaurants are on an Eater.com list dubbed “ The 44 Most Anticipated Openings of Spring 2014.” The restaurants are Lusca in Atlanta, which is looking to open during the week of April 20, and The Florence in Savannah, which plans to open in … […]



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Atlanta Stadium for Falcons Prompts Bond Fight – Bloomberg

BloombergHome Depot Inc. co-founder Arthur Blank, having bought the Atlanta Falcons, is getting help from the city to build a $1.2 billion football stadium to replace a venue that a skeptic noted is barely older than Miley Cyrus. The billionaire said his …Falcons to host Miami,Titans in preseasonESPN (blog)Atlanta Stadium for Billionaire’s Falcons Prompts Bond […]



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