![School lunches allow some food insecure children to eat during the day. However, when school is out for the summer, federal and state-sponsored programs give these children access to meals.](https://thesoutherneronline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SFP-e1717002406220-1200x822.png)
Brennan Fritts • May 24, 2024
Governor Brian Kemp declined Georgia's participation in the federally-sponsored Summer Food Service Program in favor of state-sponsored plans,...
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Messi absence vs Atlanta United sparks disappointment in fans
October 10, 2023
![Fans were disappointed when soccer star Lionel Messi did not make an appearance at the Sept. 16 Atlanta United Game.](https://thesoutherneronline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screenshot-2023-10-20-at-10.23.53-AM-e1697812045308.png)
Fans were disappointed when soccer star Lionel Messi did not make an appearance at the Sept. 16 Atlanta United Game.
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Sam is a junior and this is his third year writing for the Southerner. When he is not writing he is playing soccer, going on runs, or hanging out with friends.