Saturday, January 17, 2026

Good morning! On this day in 1999, the Atlanta Falcons advanced to the Super Bowl with a 30-27 overtime win against Minnesota, considered one of the NFL's Greatest 100 Games.

We already know why Savannah is a special place, and now U.S. News & World Report has recognized the city in its 2026 Best Places to Visit in the USA report. See where it ranks in today's Around Georgia.

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Two KSU Players Charged in Sports Betting Scheme

Two Kennesaw State University (KSU) basketball players—current player Simeon Cottle and former player Demond Robinson—have been accused of participating in an international sports betting and game-fixing scheme.

According to a federal indictment, over 39 NCAA Division I players from 17 schools were bribed by fixers to intentionally underperform in exchange for payments between $10,000 and $30,000.

Cottle, KSU's leading scorer, has been suspended indefinitely from the team.

Both of the players have been charged with bribery in sporting contests and conspiracy to commit wire fraud.

Chemical Fire Leads to Evacuation Order

A chemical fire at the Polynt Composites plant on 71 Barnett Road in Forest Park prompted an evacuation order for the surrounding area on Thursday.

No injuries were reported, and the order has since been lifted.

Officials said there were "no known respiratory-related concerns" related to the incident.

Authorities say the fire started from a chemical reaction inside the facility, and the cause remains under investigation.

Atlanta Dogwood Festival Revived

The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is officially set to return to Piedmont Park from April 10-12 for its 90th anniversary, thanks to fundraising efforts and a new presenting partnership.

It was announced in August 2025 that the event faced closure due to financial challenges.

The festival, typically free, will charge an entrance fee of $5 for Friday and $10 for Saturday or Sunday.

The festival will offer a variety of attractions, including the Artist Market, Party in the Park, and Mimosa 5K.

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➤ Atlanta: The city has agreed to pay nearly $1 million to settle a lawsuit from a cyclist who was seriously injured when his bicycle hit a roadway defect on Clifton Terrace, NE. (More)

➤ Augusta: A new Chick-fil-A, which is expected to bring 90 jobs, opened on Belair Frontage Road earlier this week. (More)

➤ Decatur: Woodlands Garden has completed a wayfinding project that will help guide visitors through its 8-acre public green space. (See Details)

➤ Savannah: The city took the No. 12 spot in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Places to Visit in the USA rankings. (See Full List)

➤ Edge Hill: The planned closure of Barford Road for a $1.99 million bridge replacement project has been delayed again, with work now set to begin Jan. 26 and continue through June. (More)

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➤ The Atlanta Braves signed 11 international free agents this week, headlined by 17-year-old Dominican Republic shortstop (and the No. 15 international prospect overall) Jose Manon. (More)

➤ UGA is targeting quarterback Bryson Beaver in the transfer portal. The former four-star prospect is currently buried in Oregon's depth chart, but ranked as the No. 12 QB in the 2026 class. (More)

➤ No. 21 Georgia basketball looks to improve past .500 in conference play today as they host No. 17 Arkansas at Stegeman Coliseum this afternoon. (More)

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➤ Due to overwhelming demand, a second show has been added for Bruno Mars' The Romantic Tour at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field on Apr. 26. (More)

➤ A University of Georgia student who suffered multiple broken bones in a December ski accident in Colorado has graduated from his rehabilitation program. (More)

➤ A Georgia YouTuber who purchased a pallet of untested Apple return products was surprised to learn it was worth thousands more than what he paid. (More)

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