Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Paws Atlanta, a no-kill shelter with a 60-year legacy, celebrated National Dog Day yesterday with drives to boost dog adoption and rally community support; local residents can help by learning more online.
🎭 Culture
Dolly Parton’s film legacy reaches deep into our region, with movies like Joyful Noise filming in Decatur and other north Georgia towns and Coat of Many Colors capturing her early spirit in Covington.
Her projects, including Netflix’s Heartstrings shot in Atlanta, highlight her enduring connection to local communities.
🏈 Sports
A Drew Charter School student swapped his golf clubs for a microphone to serve on the media team at the PGA Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club on Aug.
26.
Stone Mountain Pirates and Redan Raiders renew their 40-year rivalry today at Adams Stadium (at 6 p.m.) in Week 2 high school football, while other DeKalb teams will take the field Friday.
DeKalb high school football alums continue to excel at college and in the NFL.
With Jaden Baugh returning to Florida after a record-breaking season and Kevin Byard joining the Patriots, many local stars are set for impactful 2026 seasons — a legacy that highlights our local athletic success.
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