Thursday, March 27, 2025

THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1836, James Fannin and more than 300 Georgians and Texans were executed by Mexican forces in the Goliad Massacre. The event outraged Americans and fueled support for Texas’ independence from Mexico.

Opening Day is here. Check out Top Stories for everything you need to know about the Atlanta Braves season opener in San Diego and the public watch party in Summerhill. Have you been to a game since the team moved from Atlanta to Cobb County? Let us know in today’s Poll.

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Report: Four Georgia Soldiers Killed in Lithuania

Four U.S. Army soldiers from Fort Stewart reportedly died during a training exercise in eastern Lithuania near the Belarus border, NATO’s chief said Wednesday. Their names were not immediately released.

U.S. officials had not confirmed the deaths as of Wednesday afternoon. A Fort Stewart spokesperson said the soldiers have not yet been found and cannot be confirmed as deceased.

Lithuanian media reported the soldiers, part of the 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division based at Fort Stewart, may have drowned after their armored vehicle became trapped in swampy terrain.

About 1,000 U.S. troops are currently stationed in Lithuania. The country recently began mining its borders with Russia and Belarus to step up NATO defenses in the area.

Student Cellphone Ban Advances

State lawmakers passed a bill that prohibits cellphone and other electronic device use during the school day in grades K-8. The measure now goes to Gov. Brian Kemp for his signature or veto.

State Senators voted 54-2 in support of the legislation, which aims to reduce distractions and promote more socializing within schools. Local districts with bans already in place have seen “remarkable success,” state Sen. Jason Esteves said.

Nationally, nine states ban phones in schools, with more set to join them as New Mexico, Tennessee, and Utah join Georgia in advancing bills this year. Critics cite concerns about student safety and enforcement.

Watch Party Set for Braves Opener

The Atlanta Braves play their season opener today in San Diego against the Padres, with the game set to start at 4:10 p.m. ET. Chris Sale will take the mound as the starter in a rematch of the 2024 NL Wild Card series, which Atlanta lost 2-0.

In metro Atlanta, the Opening Day Block Party public watch party and celebration will take place today in Summerhill, starting at 3:30 p.m. and featuring entertainment by Blooper, the Heavy Hitters, and the Tomahawk Team.

If you prefer watching from home, FanDuel Sports Network will air eight hours of Opening Day coverage, with Braves coverage starting at 3 p.m. with a one-hour edition of the Braves LIVE pregame show.

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Sandy Springs: Police seized about 5 kilograms of powdered fentanyl—enough to kill 2.5 million people—in the largest fentanyl bust in state history. (More)

Milledgeville: Dive teams recovered the body of Chester Upton, a 36-year-old whose boat capsized while fishing Sunday evening on Lake Sinclair. (More)

Macon: A bipartisan group from Georgia’s congressional delegation reintroduced a bill to designate Ocmulgee Mounds as the state’s first national park and preserve. (More)

Bibb County: Dozens of motorists reported screws puncturing their tires when driving in South Bibb County. Police are investigating. (More)

Atlanta: A 20-year-old construction worker killed in a fall from a building’s 19th floor wasn’t wearing a helmet or harness, according to police. (More)

Statewide: State lawmakers passed a bill banning student expulsions for only attendance issues. The measure awaits Gov. Brian Kemp’s review. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Hawks’ late comeback fell short in a 121-114 loss to Houston. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Drive became the first-ever TGL SoFi Cup champions on Tuesday night. The TGL is a virtual indoor golf league that debuted this year and features top golfers, including Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele. (More)

➤ Georgia announced the start time for the football team’s spring game, known as “G-Day.” The game will begin at 1:00 p.m., with tickets going on sale for $10 on Monday. The event will not be televised. (More)

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➤ The Delta Flight Museum will reopen April 7 after a $16 million renovation that features new interactive exhibits celebrating the airline’s 100th anniversary. (More)

➤ Georgia Power officials testified about the utility’s long-term energy plan that prioritizes data center growth, sparking debate over environmental impacts and potential rate hikes. (More)

➤ U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, who announced in mid-February he planned to resign, officially stepped down. He faced criticism from leaders in Georgia and other states about slow mail delivery. (More)

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➤ The Thomasville Humane Society hosted its second Veteran Volunteer Day, engaging local veterans in community service and fun activities. (Watch)

➤ A crime analyst adopted a severely neglected dog discovered during a homicide investigation by Cobb County police. (More)

➤ Strand Theatre in Marietta is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a $64,000 beautification to restore its marble exterior. (More)

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