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Friday, June 19, 2026 Good morning! On this day in 2022, Georgia state employees began receiving a paid holiday for Juneteenth. The annual observance commemorates the end of slavery in the … Continue reading Friday, June 19, 2026

Thursday, June 18, 2026 Good morning! On this day in 1927, George Heery was born in Athens. The architectural pioneer’s firm shaped Atlanta’s skyline with landmarks such as the Georgia Dome, … Continue reading Thursday, June 18, 2026

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 Good morning! On this day in 1992, Grace Towns Hamilton, who in 1965 became the first black woman elected to the state Legislature, serving for 18 years, … Continue reading Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Good morning! On this day in 1967, Six Flags Over Georgia opened in Cobb County, bringing thrill rides to the region. An adult pass was $3.95. The … Continue reading Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Monday, June 15, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1826, humorist Charles Henry Smith, better known as Bill Arp, was born in Lawrenceville. Veterans from Georgia reflected on the meaning … Continue reading Monday, June 15, 2026

The Georgia Flyover The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) enacted a telework policy for Chamblee campus employees as it addresses an ongoing rat infestation at the facility.  ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌ … Continue reading Sunday, June 14, 2026

Saturday, June 13, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1955, Leah Ward Sears, who served as chief justice of the Georgia Supreme Court from 2005 to 2009, was born in … Continue reading Saturday, June 13, 2026

Friday, June 12, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1930, Delta Air Lines launched passenger service to Atlanta, beginning its transformation from a crop-dusting outfit into a global aviation leader. … Continue reading Friday, June 12, 2026

Thursday, June 11, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, Union troops burned Darien in a Civil War raid. Do you remember the last time Georgia won the College World … Continue reading Thursday, June 11, 2026

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2004, legendary singer Ray Charles died at 73. His soulful rendition of Georgia on My Mind became Georgia’s official state song in 1979. … Continue reading Wednesday, June 10, 2026