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Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Good morning! On this day in 1992, Grace Towns Hamilton, the first black woman elected to the state Legislature, died in Atlanta. She was 85. Do … Continue reading Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Monday, June 16, 2025 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. Reader’s … Continue reading Monday, June 16, 2025

Sunday, June 15, 2025 Good morning! On this day in 1826, Charles Henry Smith—better known as “Bill Arp”—was born in Lawrenceville. A famed Southern humorist, Arp gained notoriety for satirical letters … Continue reading Sunday, June 15, 2025

Saturday, June 14, 2025 Good morning! On this day in 1923, Fiddlin’ John Carson recorded The Little Old Log Cabin in the Lane in Atlanta, launching the commercial country music recording industry. … Continue reading Saturday, June 14, 2025

Friday, June 13, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1977, James Earl Ray, the convicted assassin of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., was recaptured after escaping from prison in Tennessee. … Continue reading Friday, June 13, 2025

Thursday, June 12, 2025 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 Thursday, June 12, 2025

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Good morning! On this day in 1863, Union troops burned Darien in a Civil War raid. What’s your favorite Georgia town to visit? Read about some … Continue reading Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 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 … Continue reading Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Monday, June 9, 2025 Good morning! On this day in 1732, the British Privy Council affixed its seal to the Georgia Charter, officially creating the colony. Check out Business for a look … Continue reading Monday, June 9, 2025

Sunday, June 8, 2025 Good morning! On this day in 2004, President George W. Bush hosted the G-8 Summit on Sea Island. World leaders met under tight security to discuss … Continue reading Sunday, June 8, 2025