Daily Briefing

Clay · 2026-03-18

📅 Wednesday, March 18, 2026 — Good morning, Jay! 🌙


📅 Today's Calendar

🌙 New moon 9:23pm — Today (All Day)

🍽️ Dinner at Juniper — Tomorrow at 5:00 PM (Juniper, 1033 W Oakland Ave, Johnson City, TN)

Match Day — Friday (All Day)


🌤️ Weather — 3-Day Outlook

🏠 Woodstock, GA — Now: 31°F ❄️ • Wed: H 55° / L 31° | Rain 5% • Thu: H 67° / L 34° | Rain 2% • Fri: H 73° / L 46° | Rain 2% • 🤧 Pollen: 9.4/12 (Medium-High) — Elm, Juniper, Maple • 🟢 Air Quality: 27 (Good)

🏙️ Charlotte, NC — Now: 30°F ❄️ • Wed: H 50° / L 30° | Rain 2% • Thu: H 64° / L 33° | Rain 2% • Fri: H 69° / L 44° | Rain 3%

🏔️ Johnson City, TN — Now: 25°F ❄️ • Wed: H 48° / L 24° | Rain 4% • Thu: H 58° / L 37° | Rain 7% • Fri: H 65° / L 38° | Rain 10%


Braves — Spring Training

🎲 Grant Holmes' Vegas origin story: Holmes was just hanging out in Las Vegas when he learned the Braves were interested in extending his career, which at the time had consisted of eight Minor League seasons. Now he's part of the Spring Training roster.

💪 Michael Harris II's walk rate climbs: Harris has drawn a walk in nearly 15% of his Grapefruit League plate appearances. Could this be the year he becomes an All-Star or even an MVP candidate?

🏃 Mauricio Dubón to start at short: Dubón will begin the season as Atlanta's starting shortstop, but he's ready to play anywhere—including left field, where he started Monday's 11-2 win over the Rays.


Atlanta United

🏅 Almirón & Jacob earn Team of the Matchday honors: The duo combined for four goal contributions in Saturday's 3-0 win over Philadelphia.

💬 International Women's Month spotlight: Women of Atlanta United and AMBSE shared unique perspectives and advice on working in sports.

👀 Matías Galarza makes first start: The Paraguayan midfielder earned his first start for the 5-Stripes.


🐊 Florida Gators Basketball

🏀 #1 seed Gators (26-7) ready for March Madness: Florida plays Friday, March 20 against either Prairie View A&M or Lehigh (those two meet Wednesday in the First Four in Dayton). As defending national champions and a #1 seed for the second straight year, the Gators are positioned for another deep run.


📺 WBD News

💸 Update: Zaslav payout details disclosed: WBD revealed CEO David Zaslav could receive up to $887 million from the Paramount merger, though the actual figure could vary based on deal terms and tax reimbursements.

💰 Zaslav sells $114M in WBD stock: The CEO and other top executives sold shares as a window opened following nearly a year of dealmaking.


🌲 Local & Family News

🌪️ Strong storms hit Charlotte: A low-level tornado touched down Monday near Charlotte, ripping the roof off a warehouse on Atando Avenue. No injuries reported. The storm also caused ground stops at Charlotte Douglas airport, with 800+ delays and cancellations.

🌪️ Trees down near Woodstock: Strong winds knocked down trees in Woodstock near the Fulton County line on Sunday night/Monday.


Tasks Due Soon

⚠️ File taxes for Sarah — Due April 12


Have a great day! ☕