Gearing Up for an Americana Summer with History & Traditions from around Forsyth, GA
The Forsyth Tradition of May Day May Day has a long history across the globe, going by many names including Beltane in Scotland, Floralia in Ancient Rome, and Walpurgisnacht in the mountains of Germany. In the 1800s in America, May Day became a day of commemoration for the rights of laborers. The Federation of Organized […]
Stories From Hubbard Alumni
Hey y’all! Apologies if I’ve been remiss in my storytelling duties in recent days—I have been busy pickin’ out my dress and dancin’ shoes and visiting the beauty parlor for the upcomin’ banquet!! The Hubbard Alumni Association’s annual Hubbard Celebration is fast approachin’ (the third Saturday in April), and it is always a favorite in […]
Tree Talk with the Georgia Forestry Association
Hey y’all! I’m here again with the latest from another highly informative episode of Monroe Today, where my good friend, Gilda Stanbery, had the honor of hosting two long-time members of the Georgia Forestry Association: Nipper Bunn (owner/operator of a multigenerational logging company in Monroe County) and Tim Lowrimore (President/CEO of the Georgia Forestry Association)! […]
The Story Behind Dogwood Creek Hunting Preserve
I tuned into the latest episode of Monroe Today to listen to my good friend Ms. Gilda Stanbery interview Kevin Walters of Dogwood Creek Hunting Preserve. Now, I don’t know about you all, but I had no idea Monroe County had a huntin’ preserve! Grab yourself somethin’ refreshing and sit back as I share everything […]
Uncovering Ancestry with Percy Freeman
Hey y’all I tuned into the latest episode of Monroe Today and I do declare it was a mighty interestin’ one. My good pal Ms. Gilda Stanbery sat down with a local resident named Percy Freeman to learn more about his new book Time Passages. This sensational story follows Mr. Freeman’s journey to discovery. Y’all […]
Where Small Town Charm Meets Hollywood
Hey y’all, I’ve got a real special story to share on two local legends who played a huge part in making our beautiful Juliette what it is today. On the latest Monroe Today episode, Ms. Gilda got to speak with Mr. Tommy Moon and Mr. Robert Williams to learn more about their incredible stories. From […]
The Alumnae of Tift College
Hey y’all, Did you know that Forsyth was once the home of the second-oldest women’s college in Georgia? Founded in 1849 as the Forsyth Female Collegiate Institute, the college has had a few different names but the one that most folks know is Tift College, named after Bessie Willingham Tift, who was a graduate of […]
The City of Culloden: Small Town Charm, Big Future
Hey y’all, On the latest Monroe Today episode, my good friend Gilda Stanbery hosted Mayor Lynn Miller and Councilwoman Dr. Margie Bryant. They work for the beautiful City of Culloden and came on the show to share information on excitin’ upcoming community events. Now, sit back and relax while I give y’all a rundown of […]
Monroe County Historical Society
Hey y’all, On a recent episode of Monroe Today, my friend Gilda Stanbery welcomed Nolen Howard andRalph Bass from the Monroe County Historical Society. The society is celebratin’ its GoldenJubilee and has recently undertaken a complete revitalization of its exhibits! If you missed theepisode, I’ve got some highlights for you so grab yourself somethin’ to […]
Black History Month in Forsyth
Hey y’all, February is Black History Month meanin’ it’s a time to share and remember the history of African Americans in our country. For this Black History Month, I’ve got somethin’ real special to share. On my good friend Gilda Stanbery’s radio show, she talked with Forsyth local Ms. Rosemary Walker. She’s been workin’ on […]