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News Articles: Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Terrapin Beer is one of the honorees on the Georgia Water Coalition's Clean 13 list.

Water Coalition Celebrates Clean Water Efforts

The Georgia Water Coalition is celebrating individuals and groups that are working to keep the state’s waterways clean with its annual “Clean 13” list.

September 20, 2019
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By:
  • Emily Jones
Georgia State Stadium will play host to eight high school football championship games this year.

High School Football Championship Games Moved To Georgia State Stadium

High school football state championship games have a new home. All eight games this winter will be played at Georgia State Stadium, which used to be...

May 07, 2019
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By:
  • Ross Terrell

Mercedes-Benz Stadium Slashes Food Prices, Goes Cashless

Prices for Mercedes-Benz Stadium’s fan-friendly concession are dropping even lower. Stadium officials announced Monday that they would be dropping...

March 04, 2019
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By:
  • Ross Terrell
February's Super Bowl LIII  and the 2020 NCAA Men's Final Four will also be played in the city.

Sporting Events Bring Major Economic Impact To Atlanta

The city of Atlanta has hosted several major sporting events since the opening of Mercedes-Benz Stadium last year. The city could also host the MLS Cup...

February 01, 2019
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington
Mercedes-Benz Stadium officials discuss how their preparations before Super Bowl 53.

With The Super Bowl Four Months Away, Atlanta Officials Say They're Ready

The Super Bowl is a little more than a hundred days away from rolling into town. And with that comes added visitors, events, and increased security....

October 19, 2018
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By:
  • Ross Terrell
Maroon 5 will perform at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the 2019 Super Bowl in Atlanta.

Atlanta Music Fans Upset Over Maroon 5 Super Bowl Halftime Show

History will take place inside Atlanta's new Mercedes Benz stadium next year when the city hosts Super Bowl 53. We don't know which teams will face off,...

October 12, 2018
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott and
  • La'Raven Taylor
The historical marker that sits at the former site of the Georgia Dome.

Georgia Dome Named An Iconic Site By The Georgia Historical Society

The Georgia Historical Society named the Georgia Dome an iconic site. The designation comes about 10 months after 5,000 pounds of explosives reduced the...

September 06, 2018
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By:
  • Ross Terrell

88.5 GPB-Atlanta Midday News For Friday May 25, 2018

McIver Hit With Wrongful Death Lawsuit First Named Storm System Of Season Threatens Memorial Day Plans M-B Stadium Roof Construction Starts Back Up Next...

May 25, 2018
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By:
  • Drew Dawson

Atlanta United's President On Soccer's Growth In Atlanta

Atlanta’s professional soccer team has come a long way fast. Atlanta United took to the field for the first time in March 2017. Now it draws in tens of...

March 16, 2018
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By:
  • Tony Harris and
  • Reid Williams

88.5 GPB-Atlanta Midday News For Wednesday January 31, 2018

Fitzgerald Out At CDC Progress On Mercedes Benz Stadium Roof Smaller Bills For Georgia Power Customers

January 31, 2018
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By:
  • Drew Dawson
Rickey Bevington interviews Arthur Blank

Arthur Blank Reflects On Future of NFL, National Anthem, Atlanta United

This week’s implosion of the Georgia Dome rounds out what has been a historic year for Atlanta sports. 2017 will go down as the year when the Falcons...

November 22, 2017
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington
Home of the NFL football Atlanta Falcons and the MLS soccer team, Atlanta United, the Mercedes-Benz stadium is seen, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, in Atlanta.

New $1.6B Mercedes-Benz Stadium Rises; Georgia Dome To Be Destroyed

The Dome wasn't built in a day, but it will be demolished in a flash on Monday morning. Courtesy of the Atlanta Falcons, GPB will have a live stream of...

November 17, 2017
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By:
  • Jeff Martin,
  • Associated Press,
  • and 1 more
Darren Eales is the president of Atlanta United FC.

Atlanta United President On Soccer's Growth

In its first season, Atlanta United FC broke MLS attendance records and made the playoffs. The team plays its first postseason game at Mercedes-Benz...

October 26, 2017
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By:
  • Celeste Headlee and
  • Sean Powers
Home of the NFL football Atlanta Falcons and the MLS soccer team, Atlanta United, the Mercedes-Benz stadium is seen, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, in Atlanta.

MLS All-Star Game Headed To Atlanta in 2018

Atlanta's new stadium has landed another big event. Major League Soccer announced Monday that its 2018 All-Star Game will be held at Mercedes-Benz...

October 24, 2017
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By:
  • PAUL NEWBERRY and
  • Associated Press

Mercedes-Benz Stadium Could Bring World Cup Soccer To Atlanta

After three years of work, Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium is finally nearing completion. The $1.6 billion facility will serve as the permanent home for...

August 21, 2017
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By:
  • Taylor Gantt
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