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Jalon Kilgore (2) during a game in 2021. FILE PHOTO

Jalon Kilgore (2) during a game in 2021. FILE PHOTO

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Former Putnam QB Kilgore transferring from Tennessee Tech

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Former Putnam County quarterback Gerald Kilgore announced last week that he is seeking a transfer from Tennessee Tech, where he originally signed in 2021 out of high school. Kilgore broke the news on Nov. 30 on his personal X (Twitter) account.
James K Pressley/File Photo

James K Pressley/File Photo

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Outdoors: Holiday season is here

James K. Pressley
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Well, we are in the midst of the holiday season once again! Is it just me or is the time between these holidays getting dramatically shorter? I mean wasn’t everyone just at my house for Thanksgiving? Feels like it. Of course, it also feels like yesterday gas was $0.
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart during Georgia’s game against Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023.(Kari Hodges/UGAAA)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart during Georgia’s game against Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023.(Kari Hodges/UGAAA)

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Smart insists Dawgs ‘excited’ about Orange Bowl

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
After being left out of the College Football Playoff, No. 6 Georgia is headed to the Orange Bowl to play No. 5 Florida State, which was snubbed after going undefeated and winning the ACC Title.
Georgia wide receiver Arian Smith (11) got into the action during the SEC Championship game against Alabama on a 51-yard reception. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Georgia wide receiver Arian Smith (11) got into the action during the SEC Championship game against Alabama on a 51-yard reception. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

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Milroe steers Alabama to SEC title win over Georgia

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe helped the No. 1 Crimson Tide knock off No. 1 Georgia 27-24 in the SEC Championship game, snapping the Bulldogs’ 29-game winning streak Saturday. While his stat line wasn’t great, Milroe shined in the biggest moments, leading Alabama to the win.
Mason Sinclair (11) makes the stop on a Briarwood ball carrier, aided by seniors Blake Callaway (5) and Evan Bennett (7). ARELLA CASH/Staff

Mason Sinclair (11) makes the stop on a Briarwood ball carrier, aided by seniors Blake Callaway (5) and Evan Bennett (7). ARELLA CASH/Staff

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Gators beat Briarwood to reach state final

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
For the fifth time in eight years, the Gatewood Gators are going back to the state final. The Gators prevailed 15-12 over visiting Briarwood Academy last Friday night to earn a rematch with Edmund Burke Academy (EBA) in the championship game on Dec. 1, with kick-off scheduled for 5 p.m.
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Smith: CBS no more

Loran Smith
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
For the following, I am wearing the hat of a fan. I don’t know all the details of the Southeastern Conference’s breakup with CBS, but I am going to miss those guys. Following this weekend, the CBS network will no longer carry SEC football as it has since 1996.
Bonner (2) goes up for a layup against Greene County’s Steve Miller in a win last season. ARELLA CASH/File photo

Bonner (2) goes up for a layup against Greene County’s Steve Miller in a win last season. ARELLA CASH/File photo

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Bonner leads War Eagles to hot start

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
The Putnam County boys’ basketball team is off to a hot start this year, defeating two quality opponents in Union County and Hancock Central, largely due to solid play from senior combo guard Landon Bonner. Bonner, the team’s secondleading scorer last year behind Eren Banks, is averaging 28.
Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey (84) during the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship against Alabama at Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis, Ind., on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. (Photo by Tony Walsh)

Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey (84) during the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship against Alabama at Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis, Ind., on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. (Photo by Tony Walsh)

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Dawgs, Tide renew rivalry in SEC Championship game

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Georgia and Alabama will meet again on Dec. 2 in the SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, with the winner likely going on to the College Football Playoff next month.
Senior running back Kendall Milton led the Bulldogs in rushing against the Yellow Jackets on 18 caries for 156 yards and two touchdowns. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

Senior running back Kendall Milton led the Bulldogs in rushing against the Yellow Jackets on 18 caries for 156 yards and two touchdowns. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

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Georgia swats Yellow Jackets, finish season 12-0

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Georgia finished its third-straight season with a 12-0 record after defeating Georgia Tech 31-22 at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday in Atlanta. Georgia’s active winning streak is now at 29 games. Dating back to the 2020 season, the Bulldogs have won 45 of their last 46 contests.
Halana Griffin (25) brings the ball up the floor in a game last season. She’s going to be one of the Lady Eagles’ top players in 2023-24. ARELLA CASH/File photo

Halana Griffin (25) brings the ball up the floor in a game last season. She’s going to be one of the Lady Eagles’ top players in 2023-24. ARELLA CASH/File photo

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Mixed results for Putnam girls’ basketball

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
The Putnam County girls’ basketball team began its 2023-24 campaign on Nov. 18 at Eastside High School, where the Lady War Eagles faced Class 7A Newton in the Elite Nation Showcase.
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