Mark Malkoff spent the entire month of June living on an AirTran plane. Witness his adventure which included games of Twister, marriage vows with Elvis and showering on the tarmac today on Nelson's News.
The final auditions for the Atlanta Hawks A-Town Dance Team were held over the weekend. Today on Nelson's News, go inside the audition process as the women competing bust a move for the judges.
The casting crew for the hit ABC show 'The Bachelor' were in town searching for the 25 women to compete for the love of the next man selected as "The Bachelor."
Who are the 50 Most Beautiful Atlantans? This year's list compiled by Jezebel Magazine includes a Miss USA contestant, some models, a couple athletes and a music mogul. Full Story ››
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at the Georgia Aquarium? Today on Nelson's News, venture behind closed doors and punch your backstage pass to the Georgia Aquarium.
A hungry T-Rex visited the Gwinnett Arena. The visit was part of the press conference announcing the return of "Walking With Dinosaurs." The show affords the audience a dinosaur experience like they've never had before.
The Atlanta Braves are looking for a few good men...and women to join the team. Find out what it's all about today on Nelson's News. Want A Tryout With The Atlanta Braves?
Today on Nelson's News, take a trip to the Outback for a close encounter with the kangaroo and other exotic animals. This trip to the Outback won't require a plane though. Instead, jump into the car and head to Dawsonville and the Kangaroo Conservation Center.
The mission simple: eat the most hot dogs in 12 minutes and earn a trip to Coney Island for the world famous July 4th Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Full Story ››
Heinz Ketchup Bottles, movie characters, animals; you won't believe some of the amazing tattoos wsbtv.com filmed at the 11th Annual Atlanta Tattoo Arts Festival. Full Story ››
Runners dressed as super heroes, doctors, those carrying the American flag, the great spectators; these are the people that make the Peachtree great. Check out the view from the back of the Peachtree.
Nelson's News covers the odd, entertaining and unique events happening in and around Atlanta. You won't find hard news here, that's what the news portion of WSBTV.com is devoted to covering. Here on Nelson's News you'll have the chance to walk inside million dollar homes, experience Atlanta nightlife, attend the area's biggest events and even challenge yourself every now and then.
I'm Nelson Hicks, the Nelson behind Nelson's News. I've been at WSB-TV the last nine years, starting as a news editor before working in the sports department for nearly seven years. My primary job responsibility now is covering stories exclusively for WSBTV.com. You can also catch me on Hot Topics hosted by Kimberley Kennedy Saturday nights at 11:35 p.m. on WSB-TV and even on the football field Friday nights helping to cover high school football here in Georgia too.
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Now more than ever, job security is priority number one with most job seekers. Here are 10 jobs with great job security that employers are actually struggling to fill. Full Story ››
Ever thought about going hang gliding? Today on Nelson's News, we head to Northwest Georgia and Lookout Mountain Flight Park to find out. It's an experience not to be missed.
Casting agents with the ABC hit show "The Bachelor" surveyed the local talent in Atlanta Tuesday night, looking for the next "Bachelor" and the women to compete for his heart. See who tried out and learn more about the process today on Nelson's News.
How many ways can you order hashbrowns at Waffle House? What's the most popular item? Did Waffle House ever have an all-you-can-eat menu? Step inside the Waffle House Museum and test your knowledge.
Can you spot the WSB-TV anchor in this photo? Click the photo to find out who it is, see more prom photos from WSB-TV staffers and those from other famous faces.
Rest assured when Maranda Smith attended prom, she wasn't worried someone else might be wearing the same dress. That's because her dress was made of soda can pop tops, a dress three years in the making.
Kristin Davis from "Sex and the City" showcased her latest fashions at Belk in Phipps Plaza. Hear what Davis has to say about the line and even her appearance on Seinfeld, plus see some of her designs today on Nelson's News.
Most high school fundraisers involve bake sales or car washes. The one dreamed up by two students from The Galloway School involved Collective Soul playing The Tabernacle.
Weddings are typically a formal affair, prim and proper. Wedding dress shopping, that's another story. Take a look at the chaos that is the Running of the Brides at Filene's Basement.
Atlanta moviegoers were shocked Saturday night when they sat down to see the Jonas Brothers new movie, the actual brothers walked out. It was part of their "Surprise Theater Invasion" tour.
Buying a beer at the grocery store costs about $1 each. A beer at at a nightclub might cost $5. A beer at Leon's Full Service in Decatur cost $2,650.
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It was a scattered, smothered and covered Valentines Day at Waffle House....one requiring reservations. See the photos from the big event today on Nelson's News.
Ever tried to locate Hazard County on a map? This weekend, you could find its famous residents at the Atlanta Motor Speedway as Dukesfest came to town.
An '80s icon returned to Atlanta over the weekend. The Rubik's Cube took center stage at Underground Atlanta. The venue hosted the 2008 U.S. National Rubik’s Cube Tournament.
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Yesterday we showed you an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Netherworld. Today, walk through the terrifying attraction, if you dare. Now in it's 11th year, Haunted Magazine recently ranked Netherworld as the #1 haunted attraction in America. Turn up the speakers and hold on real tight. Full Story ››