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PHOTO GALLERY: Atlanta Falcons getting it in at Flowery Branch
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FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- You know it's getting close to football season when the Atlanta Falcons are taking the field for training camp up in its Flowery Branch facility. 

The Falcons, perhaps still smarting a bit from its Super Bowl loss to the New England Patriots back in February, have opened camp -- which began Thursday -- looking fast, physical and focused. And as it happens each year, fans came from across Georgia to get an early glimpse at the progress of the Falcons' veterans, as well as the potential of roster newcomers. 

The Covington News sports photographer Anthony Banks was at Flowery Branch this weekend, capturing some photos of some of the action. Check it out! 

Taylor Jackson parts ways with Alcovy after two seasons
Decision to part ways was 'not mutual,' according to multiple sources
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Head Coach Taylor Jackson and the Alcovy bench celebrate after a score in the Tigers' 83-65 win over Clarke Central. - photo by Garrett Pitts
NEWTON COUNTY – In a surprising move, Alcovy boys head coach Taylor Jackson is out after two seasons with the program. Sources familiar with the situation tell The Covington News that Jackson was informed that he would not be returning as head coach of the Alcovy boy’s team by athletic director Patrick Carter. The decision was labeled as “not mutual” between both parties.
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