Georgia Focus

Loran Smith - Story of the Georgia Bulldogs In his new book, Return To Glory – The Story of the Georgia Bulldogs, UGA broadcasting legend and author Loran Smith delivers a narrative about the beloved Bulldogs that have been an integral part of his life for over 50 years.

Wes Carroll previews Dragoncon 2022 including interviews with organizers on the economic and charitable impact of the popular festival that comes to Atlanta annually.

John Henry Holliday better known as Doc Holliday, was born in Griffin GA August 14, 1851. A dentist by trade, he was also a gambler, occasional gunfighter, and close friend and associate of Wyatt Earp. Holliday is best known for his role in what is known as the Gunfight at the OK Corral. Mark Warren is the author of an Award-Winning Trilogy called Wyatt Earp, An American Odyssey, in which he write...

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities provides treatment and support services to people with behavioral health challenges due to addictive diseases. Director of the Office of Addictive Diseases, Cassandra Price, talks about their programs.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, older Black Americans are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than White Americans. They’re also less likely to receive a timely diagnosis, with many receiving a diagnosis much later in the disease, when medical needs are greater. Dr. Carl Hill, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at the Alzheimer's Association, discusses these finding...

Carepatrol CarePatrol is a FREE service that helps seniors find Assisted Living, Memory Care, In-home Care, Independent Living, Personal Care, and other senior care options. They are the nation's largest Placement company with 170 offices across the U.S. including 5 in GA. Tammy Brewer and Kandi Romano from Carepatrol discuss the services.

Colonel Chris Wright, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Public Safety, and Sgt. Dustin Rozier from the GSP Recruitment Unit, discuss the work of GSP and what it means to be a Georgia State Trooper.

Bill White form the Buckhead City Committee talks about efforts for the Buckhead area of Atlanta to succeed from the city.

The story of Chief William McIntosh has been retold countless times and his infamy has grown each time as the treasonous chief who sold out his fellow Creeks. It was all a lie. The truth was overlooked in 1825 and ever since until now. Mark Pifer tells the real story of William McIntosh in his book At Last, the Truth about Chief McIntosh.

Georgia 811 is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to preventing damage to Georgia’s underground utilities and promoting public safety. We function as a communication system, connecting our member utility companies with professional excavators and homeowners who are planning mechanized digging activity such as excavation, tunneling, grading, boring and demolition. Cliff Meidl, Spokesperson for GA 81...

The National Weather Service is an agency of the US federal government that is tasked with providing weather forecasts, warnings of hazardous weather, and other weather-related products to organizations and the public for the purposes of protection, safety, and general information. David Nadler form NWS Peachtree City talks about their role in Georgia’s weather.

Rahul Bali from WABE, Martha Zoller from WDUN and Matt McClure and John Clark from GNN discuss the May 24th Georgia Primary elections.

Georgia Public Library Service empowers libraries to improve the lives of all Georgians. The innovative, scalable technology and resources we provide saves libraries money and enables them to provide great service to all patrons, no matter where they live. Julie Walker, State Librarian for Georgia and Associate Vice Chancellor for Libraries is guest.

Doug Hollandsworth, Executive Director of the Georgia Golf Trail, talks about the impact of golf on the state's economy.

The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) is responsible for meeting the child care and early education needs of Georgia’s children and their families. It administers programs such as Pre-K Programs, licensing of child care centers and home-based child care, Georgia's Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) program, federal nutrition programs, and others. Commissioner Amy Jacobs discu...

Ashley Hamilton, Tournament Director for the PGA TOUR’s Mitsubishi Class, discusses this year’s event coming up in May. Jackie Cannizzo from the Ester Cannizzo Jr. Golf Foundation talks about their work. Grainne Owen, Founder of Curing Kids Cancer, discusses their work and upcoming fundraisers.

Former US Senator David Purdue talks with GNN's John Clark about his campaign for Governor

Gov. Brian Kemp discusses current issues concerning Georgia and his bid for reelection.

Stacey Abrams, Democratic candidate for Governor of Georgia, talks with GNN's Matt McClure.

Olga Westfall is a Ukrainian who moved to the U.S. 23 years ago. She’s a passionate citizen of our country, serving as a Chaplain for the Veterans Administration and in the Airforce Reserve. Recently, much of her time has been spent managing three Facebook Groups as her home country battles Russian troops. She using these groups to raise awareness of the situation in Ukraine, raise funds for relie...

2022 marks the 50th anniversary from when Don McLean's American Pie landed at the #1 spot on the Billboard chart. Don is celebrating on tour all year long where he will be performing songs from the American Pie album plus many of the other hits that fans will be expecting to hear.

Southern Man is the memoir of Alan Walden who, along with his brother Phil and best friend Otis Redding, helped nurture a musical renaissance in Macon. Alan talks about his life and career from managing over 50 R&B artists such as Percy Sledge and Sam & Dave to discovering Lynyrd Skynyrd.

Most Georgians know Loran Smith from Saturday afternoons and Georgia Bulldog football. Larry Munson would oftentimes say after a play, "Whaddaya got, Loran?" His colorful responses and chemistry with Munson made listening to the game an absolute joy. But, for decades Loran Smith has also either written or spoken about the things that interest us. Loran talks about his new book, Whaddaya Got Loran?...

The Georgia Power Integrated Resource Plan was filed January 31st. Georgia Power is required to keep a 20-year plan for current and future energy needs, distribution and production. This 20-year plan is updated every three years in its IRP filing with the Public Service Commission. Public Service Commissioner Tim Echols outlines the plan and the PSC’s review.

Turning Point Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Turning Point cares for women with breast cancer by providing specialized and evidence-based rehabilitation including physical therapy, massage therapy, counseling, and nutritional counseling. Mallory Mark, Clinical Director at Turning Point and breast cancer survivor Michele Lee, talk about their services.