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Hundreds of first responders and ROTC cadets gathered early Friday morning at Sanford Stadium to honor New York firefighters who sacrificed their lives during the 9/11 terror attacks; the memorial event underscored the community’s enduring respect for heroic service.

The UGA Turning Point USA chapter hosted a livestream memorial for Charlie Kirk on Sept.

10 at Tate Student Center that featured speeches and a bronze statue unveiling (attended by about 20 people), honoring Kirk who was assassinated at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025.

On Sept. 11, UGA President Jere Morehead said he remains a strong advocate for SEC self-governance after LSU’s eligibility debate lingered, stressing coaches, universities, and the conference should develop its own rules while pending litigation continues (legal actions have been filed).

At its Thursday meeting, the Clarke County Board of Education named Patricia Yager as its new vice president & approved a Strategic Year Four Action Plan while recognizing 15 FFE Teaching and Staff Award winners ahead of the ESPLOST vote on Nov.

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Georgia soccer secured a 1—1 draw against Vanderbilt on Thursday at Turner Soccer Complex.

After a red card for starting goalkeeper Jordan Brown in the 23rd minute, sophomore Hannah Folliard made five saves to help the Bulldogs earn their fourth result in five conference openers.

Former Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett made his NFL regular-season debut in Melbourne as a backup for the Rams in the final minutes of a 27-7 loss to San Francisco on Thursday, Sept.

10 — he completed two of three passes.

Athens-area high school football Week 4 games are underway tonight as live updates track scores and North Oconee is set to face an undefeated opponent from Jackson County.

UGA athletic director Josh Brooks said he will evaluate the paywall system for football highlights on Glory Glory after fans voiced concerns following Saturday's 63 to 3 win over Tennessee State.

He noted that free highlights remain on Georgiadogs.com while a subscription unlocks extra footage.