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.

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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.

Christy Davis Jackson mixed politics and religion with grace

Christy Davis Jackson served God and country with grace

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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.

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.

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

OBITUARY

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.

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.

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Bernie Marcus: A timeline of his life

Bernie Marcus cofounded Home Depot before shifting his focus to philanthropy. Here is a biographical timeline.

Bernie Marcus, cofounder of Home Depot, dies

Bernie Marcus cofounded the Atlanta-based Home Depot chain of home-improvement stores and supported many charitable causes such as the Marcus Jewish Community Center.

Nation’s longest-serving sheriff, elected in Georgia in 1972, has died

Cullen Talton has been Houston County, Georgia's sheriff since Richard Nixon was president. Talton died Saturday, less than three months before he planned to retire.

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Joy Evilsizor, a passionate advocate for animals, has died

Joy Evilsizor, former executive director of the Humane Society of Cobb County and chair of the county’s Animal Services Board, died Sept. 29, 2024 in Kennesaw. She was 79.

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Silver Star recipient from Georgia who fought in WWII has died at 100

Walter Perkowski served with the 517th Parachute Infantry Regiment during the allied invasion of Europe.

Wanda Smith, longtime V-103 morning radio host, has died

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Obituaries

Co-founder of nurse practitioner role, Loretta Ford, dies at 104

Lonnie Love guided Georgia’s best students

Daniel Inman, civil rights warrior and news publisher, dies

Dick Myrick, the developer who saved Bulloch Hall, dies at 91

Andy Lipman championed help for people with cystic fibrosis

Angela Carrington, who brought soul to Atlanta band’s music, dies at 76

Rabbi Alvin Sugarman led interfaith work from The Temple

William Robie left mark on Atlanta, real estate equality

Charles Person, youngest of first Freedom Riders, dies at 82

Dr. Shelby Wilkes, influential eye surgeon, dies at 74

John Lauer brought competitive spirit and news to Atlanta radio

Bo Glover, businessman who fought to save Marietta Square, dies at 94

Atlanta editorial cartoonist set the standard for Jimmy Carter

Jimmy Carter was nation’s Sunday School teacher

Jimmy Carter’s term as Georgia governor was marked a success