WALB Hosts Broadcast Live from Carter’s Fried Chicken for Game of the Week Preview
WALB hosts Aaron Meaux and McKenzie Blaze are broadcasting their show "Your Hometown Tailgate" from Carter's Fried Chicken in Leesburg, GA, to preview WALB's Game of the Week, featuring a matchup between Lee County and Thomas County Central.
Albany, GA, September 25, 2026 —
WALB television hosts Aaron Meaux and McKenzie Blaze are broadcasting live from Carter’s Fried Chicken in Leesburg, Georgia, for a special preview of the upcoming WALB’s Game of the Week.
The broadcast aims to generate excitement and provide insights into the highly anticipated football matchup between Lee County and Thomas County Central. The show, titled “Your Hometown Tailgate,” is originating from the local eatery to connect with the community ahead of the major sporting event.
Meaux and Blaze are using the program to offer pre-game analysis, team profiles, and key storylines surrounding the Lee County and Thomas County Central contest. The choice of Carter’s Fried Chicken in Leesburg, GA, as the broadcast location highlights the show’s commitment to engaging directly with fans in the heart of the region.
Details regarding the specific time of the broadcast or further plans for the preview were not provided in the summary. The exact nature of the preview content, such as interviews or special segments, remains to be seen, but the focus is clearly on preparing viewers for WALB’s Game of the Week. The collaboration between WALB, the hosts, and a local business like Carter’s Fried Chicken underscores a community-focused approach to sports broadcasting.
The broadcast from Carter’s Fried Chicken serves as a local touchpoint for fans looking forward to the game between Lee County and Thomas County Central. WALB’s Game of the Week is a significant event for the area, and “Your Hometown Tailgate” is dedicated to covering it extensively.
Story summarized from the original created by WALB Sports Team on www.walb.com, see more information here.
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