Georgia to introduce Uga VIII before homecoming game
Georgia will unveil Uga VIII at the homecoming game against Vanderbilt. Interim mascot Russ has served since Uga VII's death. Uga VIII is 13 months old, weighs 55 pounds, and is the grandson of Uga VI. The ceremony includes University officials passing the collar.
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Braves name Gonzalez as new manager after Cox retires
Fredi Gonzalez becomes Atlanta Braves manager just 48 hours after Bobby Cox announced his final season. Cox, a longtime leader with 14 straight division titles and the 1995 World Series, retired after a loss to San Francisco in the NL division series. Gonzalez vows to continue the winning tradition and add more pennants.
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Braves name Gonzalez as new manager succeeding Cox
Fredi Gonzalez returns to Atlanta to take over the Braves after Bobby Cox retires. General manager Frank Wren says Gonzalez was the top choice and did not interview other candidates. Cox remains with the team as a consultant as Gonzalez prepares for spring training.
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Williston-Elko Hosts Calhoun County In Top Class A Clash
High school football notebook highlights a No 1 versus No 2 showdown as Williston-Elko (7-1) hosts Calhoun County (6 straight wins, five shutouts) in The Devils Den. The game streams on ASTV and Atlantic Broadband with pregame show and weekend replays.
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Pearson heads new NASCAR Hall class
David Pearson received the top votes to join the NASCAR Hall of Fame, capturing 94 percent as the first inductee in a class that also includes Bobby Allison Lee Petty Ned Jarrett and Bud Moore. Darrell Waltrip and Cale Yarborough were not selected amid debate over politics and popularity.
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