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Saturday, May 30, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1910, Olympic sprinter and future congressman Ralph Metcalfe, nicknamed the “World’s Fastest Human,” was born in Atlanta. A middle schooler … Continue reading Saturday, May 30, 2026

Friday, May 29, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1886, Atlanta pharmacist John Pemberton first advertised Coca-Cola. It’s a great day for Georgia baseball, with the Yellow Jackets and the … Continue reading Friday, May 29, 2026

Thursday, May 28, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1944, Gladys Knight was born in Atlanta. Her legendary voice powered the Grammy-winning Midnight Train to Georgia. Could a one-time treatment replace … Continue reading Thursday, May 28, 2026

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1991, Mark Trail creator Ed Dodd died in Gainesville. His comic strip—rooted in Georgia’s outdoors—continues to be published. Speaking of … Continue reading Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1835, Edward Porter Alexander, one of the Confederacy’s most celebrated artillery commanders, was born in Wilkes County. We hope you … Continue reading Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Monday, May 25, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1940, the Crypt of Civilization time capsule was sealed at Oglethorpe University in Atlanta. Filled with memorabilia from the era, … Continue reading Monday, May 25, 2026

Sunday, May 24, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1850, Henry W. Grady was born in Athens—the journalist and orator who popularized “The New South” and championed Georgia’s rise … Continue reading Sunday, May 24, 2026

Saturday, May 23, 2026 Good Morning! On this date in 1960, the University of Georgia signed on WGTV, launching what would become Georgia Public Broadcasting. The free, three-day Atlanta Jazz … Continue reading Saturday, May 23, 2026

Friday, May 22, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1875, artist Lucy May Stanton was born in Atlanta. Her watercolor portraits, many of which feature prominent Georgians, hang in the … Continue reading Friday, May 22, 2026

Thursday, May 21, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1941, Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox was born. He led the team to 14 straight division titles, five pennants, and … Continue reading Thursday, May 21, 2026