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The legacy of Atlanta's 1996 Summer Olympic Games
Photos: The legacy of Atlanta's 1996 Summer Olympic Games
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It was 20 years ago this week that the world’s sporting attention turned to Atlanta. The 1996 Summer Olympics were our time to shine, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to show the world that a striving Southern burg could punch above its adolescent weight. The physical reminders of the Olympics may slide into oblivion, but the games’ legacy — legacies, rather — lives on. -- Text by Dan Chapman, AJC
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Photos: Braves lose season opener to Padres
Photos from the Braves' 2025 season opener against the Padres in San Diego on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The Braves fell 7-4.
Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com
Photos: Teams prepare for NCAA South Regional in Atlanta
Photos from NCAA teams practicing for the South Regional in Atlanta on March 27, 2025. Games begin at the regional on Friday.
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Photos: Move For Grady — Walk, run and bike around downtown Atlanta for a good cause
The heart pounding fundraiser takes place April 26 at Georgia State University’s Center Parc Stadium.
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Photos: Hawks games have stars in the crowd, too
Photos of celebrities attending Hawks games at State Farm Arena during the 2025 season.