Fayette Footprints

Send us Fan Mail Join me in a chat about the history of Woolsey with the unofficial historian, Frank Carden, who has spent his life in Woolsey and much over four decades serving his town.  From Dr. IG Woolsey's land purchase to a growing community to focusing on preserving the town's legacy, Frank shares details and memories of Woolsey.  Tune in to the end to find out how Woolsey is rest...

Send us Fan Mail Join me as I speak with Dori Johnston (Daughters of the American Revolution) and Marc Pottieger (Sons of the American Revolution) about a huge family event celebrating America 250.   Daughters of the American Revolution: https://chapters.georgiastatedar.org/jameswaldrop/ jameswaldropregent@gmail.com Sons of the American Revolution https://marquisdelafayette.org/  https://marquisde...

Send us Fan Mail Do you know all the Fayette County graduates who earned a spot in professional sports?  Join me talking with Chris Dunn, former sports writer for the Fayette Citizen, as we go through the names of our homegrown athletes spanning a variety of sports! Did we miss someone?  Please let me know at fayettefootprints@gmail.com Follow Chris on Twitter/X at https://x.com/FayetteSports

Send us Fan Mail Sitting down with Fayette County Historian John Lynch to hear the story of how the Fayette County Courthouse could have been burned to the ground before it was even fifty years old!

Send us Fan Mail Born to a sharecropper and a former slave right here in Fayette County, Nellie went on to become one of the most significant artists of the 20th century. Her 'Playground' as well as her work on display at the High Museum of Art  in Atlanta, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, Oglethorpe University Museum of Art, and Traveling Exhibition – featuring vibrant c...

Send us Fan Mail The Town of Tyrone was established in 1911, but families can trace their lineage back in to the 1800s. Join my chat with Linda Howard, a long-time resident who has served in multiple capacities for the Town and is one of the founders and docents of the Tyrone Museum. Website Facebook

Send us Fan Mail Established before most people had heard of Peachtree City, Partners II Pizza is a cornerstone in the community, and their roots have been spreading! How did the name originate?  Are all locations run by the Royals?  Will the buffet ever return? Listen to the latest podcast to get these answers and more as we dive into another great story of Fayette County! partnerspizza.com/ face...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on Fayette Footprints as we explore the incredible impact of Bloom Fosters (bloomfosters.org)! Founded right here in Fayette County, Bloom is a vital non-profit dedicated to transforming the lives of children in Georgia's foster care system. Listen in to learn how their crucial programs—including The Bloom Closet , which provides free clothing and supplies, and Bloom...

Send us Fan Mail Speaking with the president of the Friends of the Historic Fayetteville City Cemetery, we talk about how the Cemetery Walk started, how it has changed, and what participants can expect! The Fayetteville City Cemetery Walk takes you back to some of the most prominent figures and families in Fayette County, and the program has been evolving over the years to be more than just a tour...

Send us Fan Mail Peachtree City is one of few planned communities in the United States, and it wasn't an American idea!  Tune in to discover how a chance meeting put Peachtree City where it is today and who the primary players were in designing the area.  Join me in my talk with Jill Prouty, Director of Peachtree City Public Library, and manager of the Joel Cowan History Room, as we talk abou...

Send us Fan Mail The Fayette County Courthouse is almost as old as the county itself, and it served for many years as the oldest operating courthouse in Georgia. But not long after achieving Historical Landmark status, Fayette County almost lost the beloved building, and fire wasn't the only challenge!  Join me in a brief history of the courthouse coupled with my interview with Jerry Barronto...

Send us Fan Mail Join me in an interview with Tony Davis; one of the managing family members of Smith & Davis Clothing.  Opening 60 years ago (August of 1965), Smith & Davis has become much more than a back-to-school jeans shop! Davis, Tony.  History of Smith and Davis Family Clothing. 28 August 2025. Personal Interview.

Send us Fan Mail Did you know Fayette County, Georgia, used to be MUCH bigger? Why does Georgia have so many counties? How is Chief William McIntosh associated with Fayette? Check out the first episode of Fayette Footprints to findout! Have suggestions, comments, correction? Please email fayettefootprints@gmail.com  Resources used from this episode: Carey, Henry Charles, and Isaac Lea. “Old Histor...