Express Telegraph Archives – Page 22

What should happen to the Confederate monuments scattered across the country?

October 19, 2015 Todd DeFeo

There are thousands of monuments to the Confederacy scattered across the country, many in Southern states. But, in the wake of a national debate over the use of the Confederate battle flag and the role of Confederate symbols in modern society, what happens to these monuments?

Berry knocks off Hendrix to secure first ever winning season, SAA lead

October 17, 2015 MacKenzie Tuttle

Moving to a perfect 5-0 in the Southern Athletic Association, the Berry College football team defeated Hendrix College, 27-24, on Saturday afternoon.

Three vying to be Smyrna mayor, city council seats up for grabs

October 17, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Three people are vying to serve as the mayor of this north Atlanta suburb. In addition, all seven council seats are on the ballot.

Chicago win signals arrival of Berry as a program

October 12, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Berry pulled out a thrilling overtime win Saturday at Chicago. The win, however, did more than improve the Vikings’ record to 5-1 this year; it signaled the program has arrived.

Georgia looking to build MLK monument atop Stone Mountain

October 12, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Stone Mountain, the Georgia landmark that so famously played host to the rebirth of the Ku Klux Klan and today boasts a massive carving honoring the Confederacy, may soon see a monument dedicated to Martin Luther King Jr.

Berry knocks off No. 24 Chicago in overtime

October 10, 2015 MacKenzie Tuttle

The Berry College football team defeated the University of Chicago, 24-17, in overtime on Saturday afternoon.

What should happen to the Ty Cobb statue at Turner Field?

October 8, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Ty Cobb has a tough legacy, to say the least. He’s one of the greatest players to ever take the field. Yet, he’s remembered as an angry racist.

Five interceptions help lift Berry to win over Washington

October 3, 2015 Express Telegraph

Berry College used five interceptions and a 159-yard rushing performance from Austin Lowe to defeat Washington University 20-13.

Report: DeKalb CEO should resign

October 1, 2015 Todd DeFeo

A damming new report about corruption in DeKalb County concludes interim County CEO Lee May should resign.

Mercer opens SoCon schedule Saturday

September 30, 2015 Express Telegraph

Mercer University kicks off Southern Conference play this Saturday, October 3, with a 6 p.m. contest against Wofford at Five Star Stadium.