Jimmy Carter's legacy as governor of Georgia was largely determined by his 1971 inauguration speech, when he declared "the time for racial discrimination is over."

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Longtime sportscaster Greg Gumbel dies due to cancer

Greg Gumbel, a longtime CBS sportscaster, has died from cancer, according to a statement from his family. He was 78.

Dan Graveline, who made Atlanta a national convention hub, dies at 83

Dan Graveline, an architect of Atlanta's convention and tourism infrastructure, died this month.

Chris Kayser, ‘king of Atlanta theater,’ dies at 75

To countless Atlantans, actor Chris Kayser was Ebenezer Scrooge, playing the role for 17 years at the Alliance Theatre during a long stage career. Kayser has died at 75.

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Christy Davis Jackson mixed politics and religion with grace

Christy Davis Jackson served God and country with grace

Founder of Bankhead Seafood in Atlanta dies weeks after restaurant reopens

She founded and operated the landmark Westside Atlanta restaurant known for selling platters of fried fish and hush puppies in generous portions.

Joe Tanner, who conserved Georgia ecological gems, dies at 86

Joe D. Tanner helped create the Georgia Department of Natural Resources in 1972 under Gov. Jimmy Carter and was its first commissioner.

John Scatena, jazz club owner for 30 years, dies at 83

As a teen, John Scatena was in the doo-wop group Quadells. Later, he bought Café 290 in Sandy Springs and treated the staff, musicians, and customers like family.

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Josh Rogers, who helped steer Macon’s downtown revitalization, dies at 42

Josh Rogers spent nearly two decades working to restore downtown Macon and support locally owned small businesses.

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Goodman Espy, delivered babies and hope worldwide, dies at 89

Dr. Goodman Espy used his skills to help around the world

Former Atlanta Braves star Rico Carty dies at age 85

He played 15 seasons in the Major Leagues from 1963-79, including 1963-72 with the Braves. He also played for the Rangers, Cubs, A’s, Indians (now Guardians) and Blue Jay.

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Ken Lindahl, who taught a generation of thespians, dies at 77

Kenneth Glenn Lindahl, who taught and inspired a generation of high school theater students in Gwinnett County, died Nov. 16, 2024 due to complications from ALS.

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Honey Gfroerer, compassionate friend to many strangers, dies at 88

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Reg Murphy, the editor who was kidnapped in 1974, has died

Reg Murphy, the former managing editor of The Atlanta Constitution who was kidnapped in 1974, died Saturday. He was 90.

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North Georgia honor guard provides ‘invaluable service’ for military heroes

The White County Color and Honor Guard, a nonpartisan nonprofit with 35 veterans from all branches of the armed services, serves some 100 military funerals for veterans a year

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Paul Zucca helped save historic Grant Park’s look

Paul Zucca helped save the look of historic Grant Park in intown Atlanta.

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Funeral for Bernie Marcus, co-founder of Atlanta-based Home Depot, will be Thursday in Atlanta

A funeral for Bernie Marcus, a Home Depot cofounder and a leading philanthropist, is being held Thursday in Atlanta. Arthur Blank is among those expected to speak.