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 […]
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 […]
The Story of Culloden’s Slave Cemetery
Now, we know that the South sure has many stories to tell. Some are sweet as iced tea but today I’m here to share some honest history with y’all. We must remember that the immense suffering and oppression of enslaved African Americans built the foundation of the South. Their forced labor shaped the industries that […]
Resilience of the Rose Theater
Hey y’all, If you’re a local to Forsyth like me then I’m sure you’re familiar with the Rose Theater. This historic theater has brought joy to our town for as long as anyone can remember. Housed within this building are the Backlot Players who are a non-profit community theater group. They have brought exceptional performances […]
Tales from Forsyth’s Beyond
You ever been to Forsyth City Cemetery? It ain’t your ordinary resting place. Let me tell y’all, what started as a humble church burial ground grew into a whoppin’ 26 acres of history! Buried there are Civil War soldiers, important figures in Georgia’s history…and more than a few remarkable tales. In fact, I’m fixin’ to […]
The Mystic Side of Forsyth
It’s finally October here in Forsyth and there’s nothin’ better than sittin’ with your family on the porch after a home-cooked meal, sippin’ on sweet tea and tellin’ each other ghost stories. Now, y’all should know by now that I’m the best storyteller around and boy do I have a chillin’ one for you. […]
The Hubbard Legacy
Y’all, if you know me, you know I don’t use a word like “legacy” lightly. “Legacy” is a powerful word, it holds weight, significance, it speaks of the past but in light of the future. A legacy is a story that doesn’t end, but continues to grow and shape those it impacts. Today, I have […]
The Tale of Forsyth’s Old Stone Depot
Have you ever heard the tale of Forsyth’s old stone depot? Well, settle in, have I got a treat for you today! Forsyth Old Stone Depot Forsyth actually has two depots, known today as the Old Stone Depot (also referred to as the Conley Building) and the Victorian Brick Depot (better known as the Monroe […]
The Story of Hollywood & Juliette
Juliette and The Whistle Stop Cafe; Photo Credit: The Whistle Stop Cafe If you’re stayin’ in Forsyth and have a couple hours, I highly encourage you to take Juliette Road over to the little town of Juliette. There’s somethin’ special about this little spot along the railroad tracks; with just one street it won’t take […]
