Rumors have been swirling about upgrades to Philips Arena, but now word is in that the Atlanta Hawks and the city they call home are in discussions to re-develop much of the area around the arena, turning it into a mixed-use entertainment district. Such an endeavor, which would also pull in the Falcons, Georgia World Congress Center, CNN Center, and other nearby attractions, would transform the downtown area into a hot-spot for shopping, dining, and of course, entertainment. Early in the talks, but exciting news that has the Hawks’ and the city’s, ships RISING…
New York man arrested over threats to Mike Collins
Georgia law enforcement officials traveled all the way up to Buffalo, New York this week to arrest a man charged with making death threats to U.S. Rep. Mike Collins and his son-in-law. The suspect faces two counts of terroristic threats. “No American should have to worry that their home could be the next Butler, Pennsylvania or Utah Valley University,” said Collins after the arrest, referring to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and attempted assassination of then-candidate Donald Trump. He went on to condemn the campaign rhetoric of U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, who he’s running against, for inciting violence. DRIFTING…
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