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Friday, July 4, 2025 Happy Independence Day! On this day in 1970, 110 runners started the first Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta. From humble beginnings, it grew into the world’s … Continue reading Friday, July 4, 2025

Thursday, July 3, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1918, Ernest Vandiver was born in Canon. As governor, he defied pressure to close schools during desegregation, choosing progress over … Continue reading Thursday, July 3, 2025

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1964, President Lyndon Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act, outlawing discrimination in voting, schools, public spaces, and hiring. Witnessed by … Continue reading Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1946, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was established in Atlanta, born from wartime efforts to fight malaria. Originally … Continue reading Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Monday, June 30, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1785, Georgia founding father James Oglethorpe died at the age of 88. If you like looking for seashells at the beach, … Continue reading Monday, June 30, 2025

Sunday, June 29, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1993, Governor Zell Miller bought Georgia’s first lottery ticket, launching a game-changer for education. The Georgia Lottery quickly became a … Continue reading Sunday, June 29, 2025

Saturday, June 28, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, W.C. Bradley was born. A titan of Georgia business, Bradley built an empire in Columbus, from cotton and banks … Continue reading Saturday, June 28, 2025

Friday, June 27, 2025 On this day in 1864, the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain raged in Cobb County, with an estimated 3,000 Union soldiers and 1,000 Confederate soldiers killed within hours. … Continue reading Friday, June 27, 2025

Thursday, June 26, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1918, Georgia ratified the 18th Amendment, becoming an early supporter of national Prohibition.  The heat continues to crush Georgians. Check out Et … Continue reading Thursday, June 26, 2025

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1997, the NHL awarded Atlanta its second hockey franchise, the Thrashers, named for Georgia’s state bird. The team relocated to Canada … Continue reading Wednesday, June 25, 2025