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Duke is an adult male Treeing Walker Coonhound mix who is available for adoption from the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia in Gainesville, GA.

Hi, I’m Duke! I love spending my days playing fetch and exploring. I’m quite the goofball and enjoy making everyone laugh with my silly antics. After a good play session, I’m all about relaxation and cuddles. I’m looking for a forever home where I can share all my love and playful spirit. If you’re looking for a loyal companion to add joy and energy to your life, I’m your guy! Let’s make wonderful memories together.

Thelma is a young female Labrador Retriever mix puppy who is available for adoption from the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia in Gainesville, GA.

Hi! I’m Thelma, a bubbly puppy full of love and laughs. My days are packed with adventures and cuddles, especially when I’m with my sister Louise. We explore every nook and cranny of our home here, always curious about what’s around the next corner. I’m quite the comedian too, always ready to show off my goofy tricks for a smile. Learning new games? I’m your girl! Loyalty? I’ve got loads. Imagine all the fun we could have together! If you’re looking for a loyal, playful companion, I’m the perfect match!

Scout is an adult male Hound and German Shepherd dog mix who is available for adoption from the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia in Gainesville, GA.

Hi, I’m Scout! I love long walks, especially when I can sniff around and explore. My favorite pastime? Playing with my stuffy toys – they’re the best! I’m known for being sweet, friendly, and super loyal. If you’re looking for a playful companion to share in your daily adventures, I’m your guy. I promise to bring joy and lots of tail wags into your life. Why not come meet me? I’m sure we’ll be the best of friends!

Indigo is a young female mixed breed puppy who is available for adoption from the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia in Gainesville, GA.

Hi, I’m Indigo! Every day, I wake up ready to play and snuggle. I love making new friends and am known for my sweet, mellow nature. Whether we’re playing with toys or just relaxing, I’m happiest by your side. I’m a great listener, especially when you need a buddy to talk to. If you’re looking for a playful, cuddly friend to share your days with, I’m your pup! Adopt me and let’s start our adventure together.

On August 25, 1864, Union troops stopped artillery bombardment of Atlanta and withdrew from fortifications around the city. On the same day, in Virginia, Confederate forces attacked Federals under Gen. Grant at Ream’s Station.

On August 25, 1877, delegates to the state Constitutional Convention approved a new post-Reconstruction state Constitution, the seventh in state history, to be submitted to the voters on December 5, 1877.

The all-time highest score in a professional baseball game was recorded on August 25, 1922, as the Chicago Cubs beat the Philadelphia Phillies by 26-23.

Paris was liberated from German army control on August 25, 1944.

On August 25, 1950, President Harry S. Truman ordered the seizure of the nation’s private railroads by executive order.

On August 25, 1973, the Allman Brothers of Macon, Georgia released “Ramblin’ Man” as the first single from the album “Brothers and Sisters.” From the Wall Street Journal,

Dickey Betts: In 1969, I was playing guitar in several rock bands that toured central Florida. Whenever I’d have trouble finding a place to stay, my friend Kenny Harwick would let me crash at his garage apartment for a few days in Sarasota. One day he asked me how I was doing with my music and said, “I bet you’re just tryin’ to make a livin’ and doin’ the best you can.”

Then one day in 1972, I was sitting in the kitchen of what we called the Big House in Macon, Ga.—where everyone in the band lived—and decided to finish the lyrics.

My inspiration was Hank Williams’s “Ramblin’ Man,” from 1951. His song and mine are completely different but I liked his mournful, minor-chord feel.

Except for Kenny’s line, the rest of the lyrics were autobiographical.

The WSJ article is worth reading in its entirety if you’re a fan of the Allmans.

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Voters in the 13th Congressional District go to the polls today in a Special Runoff Election, according to the Augusta Chronicle.Continue Reading..

Merle is a young male American Bulldog mix who is available for adoption from the Albany Humane Society/Sally Wetherbee Adoption Center GA in Albany, GA.

Axel is a young male mixed breed dog who is available for adoption from the Albany Humane Society/Sally Wetherbee Adoption Center GA in Albany, GA.

Cookie is a young female Labrador Retriever mix who is available for adoption from the Albany Humane Society/Sally Wetherbee Adoption Center GA in Albany, GA.

Callie is a young female Black Mouth Cur mix who is available for adoption from the Albany Humane Society/Sally Wetherbee Adoption Center GA in Albany, GA.

General Charles Lee of the Continental Army told Congress that Georgia’s value to the young nation required more forces to defend against the British on August 24, 1776.

On August 24, 1931, the Georgia General Assembly adopted a joint resolution appointing a committee to work with the Governor in planning a bicentennial celebration to be held in 1933.

On August 24, 1945, the United States Postal Service held a first day of issue ceremony in Warm Springs, Georgia for the release of a stamp bearing the images of Franklin D. Roosevelt and The Little White House.

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Governor Brian Kemp announced he will appoint former Public Service Commissioner Stan Wise (R-Cobb) to the vacancy on the PSC created by the resignation of Commissioner Tricia Pridemore, according to a Press Release.Continue Reading..

Chopper is an adult male mixed breed dog who is available for adoption from the Thomson-Mcduffie Animal Shelter in Thomson, GA.

Hazel is an adult female mixed breed dog who is available for adoption from the Thomson-Mcduffie Animal Shelter in Thomson, GA.

Ella is a young female Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler mix who is available for adoption from the Thomson-Mcduffie Animal Shelter in Thomson, GA.

James Oglethorpe and the Creek Indians signed the Treaty of Coweta Town, delineating geographic areas open to British settlement, on August 21, 1739.

On August 23, 1784, four counties is western North Carolina declared themselves the State of Franklin, setting up its own Constitution and treaties with local Indian tribes. In 1788, they rejoined North Carolina but would eventually become part of a new state, Tennessee.

On August 21, 1831, Nat Turner led the largest slave rebellion in American history; Turner was later hanged in Jerusalem, VA.

The first of the Lincoln-Douglass series of seven debates was held in Ottawa, Illinois, on August 21, 1858, pitting Democrat Stephen Douglass against Republican Abraham for the United States Senate seat held by Douglass. Expansion of slavery in the United States was the topic for the debates.

The Kimball Opera House, serving as the Georgia State Capitol, was sold to the state on August 23, 1870.

On August 21, 1907, Georgia Governor Hoke Smith signed legislation to place a Constitutional Amendment designed to disenfranchise African-Americans by requiring passage of a literacy test to vote. A number of exceptions allowed local officials to exempt white voters whom they wished to allow to vote; one exemption was for anyone descended from a U.S. or Confederate wartime veteran – the so-called “grandfather clause.”

On the same day, Gov. Smith also signed legislation prohibiting fishing on Sunday, subject to misdemeanor prosecution.

The sale of Coca-Cola Company from the Candlers was announced in the Atlanta Constitution on August 22, 1919.

On August 21, 1935, Benny Goodman and his orchestra began a seven-night stand at the Palomar Ballroom in Los Angeles, beginning the Swing Era.

Happy 67th birthday to Hawaii, which became the 50th State on August 21, 1959.

On August 23, 1961, four African-American citizens attempted to play tennis at Bitsy Grant Tennis Center in Atlanta, which was informally “whites only.” The Tennis Center was hastily closed rather than allow them to play, but it was the first volley leading to the eventual desegregation of Atlanta’s public recreation facilities.`

The 1968 Democratic National Convention began in Chicago on August 21, 1968. More than 3000 demonstrators disrupted the Democratic National Convention on August 22, 1968.

In 1972, it was the Republicans’ turn, as demonstrators struck outside the Republican National Convention.

Nolan Ryan recorded his 5000th career strikeout against Rickey Henderson of the Oakland A’s on August 22, 1989.

Georgia Politics, Campaigns, and Elections

Public Service Commissioner Tricia Pridemore (R-Cobb County) will end her term early, according to the AJC.Continue Reading..

Jack is an adult male Labrador Retriever mix who is available for adoption from Glynn County Animal Services in Brunswick, GA.

Penelope is an adult female Labrador Retriever mix who is available for adoption from Glynn County Animal Services in Brunswick, GA.

Lolli is a young female Hound mix who is available for adoption from Glynn County Animal Services in Brunswick, GA.

Thomas is an adult male American Bulldog mix who is available for adoption from Glynn County Animal Services in Brunswick, GA.

On August 20, 1781, General George Washington sent Continental troops from New York toward Yorktown, Virginia to engage British troops under Gen. Cornwallis.

USS Constitution earned the nickname “Old Ironsides” in battle against the British ship Guerriere off the coast of Nova Scotia on August 19, 1812. Launched in 1797, Constitution is today the oldest commissioned vessel in the United States Navy. Live oak from St. Simons Island were cut and milled for timber used in the constructions of Constitution. From a 1977 New York Times article:

The Constitution won her way into Americans’ hearts in 1812, when she defeated the British Guerriere off Nova Scotia in an exchange of broadsides. The spirit of the Constitution crew was noted by the Guerriere’s commander, James Dacres, who boarded the Constitution to present his sword in surrender.

“I will not take your sword, Sir,” the captain of the Constitution, Isaac Hull, replied. ”But I will trouble you for your hat.”

In the battle, a sailor — whether British or American is disputed by historians — is said to have cried out, ”Huzzah, her sides are made of iron!” as he watched an English cannonball bounce off the side of the Constitution. It was the birth of her nickname.

Part of the ship’s secret lay in the wood used in the design by Joshua Humphreys. He picked live oak, from St. Simons Island, Ga. The wood has proved so strong and resistant to rot that the original hull is intact, said Anne Grimes Rand, curator of the Constitution Museum in Charlestown, Mass.

On August 20, 1906, Gov. Joseph Terrell signed legislation to build a statue of Georgia founding father James Oglethorpe in Savannah and a bill to build a statue of former Confederate General and Georgia Governor John B. Gordon at the State Capitol.

The Georgia Department of Insurance was created on August 19, 1912 when Governor Joseph Brown signed legislation regulating companies selling policies in the states.

Governor Nathaniel Harris signed the first state law requiring school attendance for children 8-14 years of age on August 19, 1916; on the same day, Harris also signed legislation authorizing women to practice law in Georgia.

The Georgia Department of Archives and History was created by legislation signed by Georgia Governor Hugh Dorsey on August 20, 1918.

On August 20, 1920, the American Professional Football Association, which would later be renamed the National Football League, was formed in Akron, Ohio.

“Georgia” was designated the official state song on August 19, 1922 with Gov. Thomas Hardwick’s signature on a joint resolution passed by the General Assembly; in 1979, “Georgia On My Mind,” replaced it.

On August 20, 1923, Georgia Governor Clifford Walker signed legislation requiring state schools teach the United States and Georgia Constitutions and students pass an exam on the documents before being allowed to graduate.

Adolf Hitler became President of Germany on August 19, 1934.

The United States Central Intelligence Agency supported a coup in Iran that restored the Shah of Iran on August 19, 1953.

On August 20, 1965, “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” by the Rolling Stones was released in the UK.

On August 20, 1974, President Gerald Ford nominated Nelson Rockefeller as Vice President of the United States.

On August 19, 1976, President Gerald R. Ford was nominated for President by the Republican National Convention in Kansas City, Missouri. Ford received 1,157 (52.6%) delegates to 1,087 for Ronald Reagan (47.4%). Georgia’s 48 delegates voted for Reagan on the first ballot.

On August 19, 1981, President Ronald Reagan nominated Sandra Day O’Connor as an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court.

On the same day, Dr. Betty Siegel became the first female President of a state college or university in Georgia when she was named President of Kennesaw College on August 19, 1981; under her leadership, it became Kennesaw State University in 1996. Siegel served until 2006. Kennesaw State was recently named the 4th best college for food in the nation.

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Governor Brian Kemp issued Executive Order #08.18.26.01, appointing Kellye C. Moore to the Superior Court for the Houston County Judicial Circuit.Continue Reading..

Beau is a 2-year old male mixed breed dog who is available for adoption from the Dublin-Laurens County Humane Society in Dublin, GA.

Daisey is a 2-year old female Shepherd mix who is available for adoption from the Dublin-Laurens County Humane Society in Dublin, GA.

Chase is a senior male mixed breed dog who is available for adoption from the Dublin-Laurens County Humane Society in Dublin, GA.

This is the second oldest man on the compound. He’s 10 years old and the absolute sweetest. Chase came in with another dog, totally his opposite and 10 years old as well. They had to come to us due to a very unfortunate medical situation with their human dad. Sometimes we get animals that have a tough time with this huge life change and it was definitely difficult for the first little while. He has a few choice toys that for absolutely no reason does he leave his kennel without. He lives inside in a “condo” and is taken out first thing in the morning and all throughout the day whenever he tells us he needs to go outside. Chase would do well in a calm and quiet environment with all the cuddles, pets, plush and squeaky toys. 

Buddy is a senior male Hound mix who is available for adoption from the Dublin-Laurens County Humane Society in Dublin, GA.

On August 18, 1591,the English settlement at Roanoke Island in the Outer Banks of what is now North Carolina was found deserted.

On August 18, 1795, President George Washington signed a treaty with Great Britain called the Jay Treaty, after Supreme Court Justice John Jay who negotiated it. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison led opposition to the treaty.

On August 18, 1862, Confederate Major General of Cavalry J.E.B. Stuart was nearly captured, losing his distinctive hat and cloak and written copies of Lee’s orders near Verdiersville, Virginia.

The Georgia General Assembly adopted a joint resolution urging the creation of a federal Health Department on August 18, 1908.

On August 18, 1916, the Cherokee Rose was designated the official state flower of Georgia by a joint resolution of the State House and Senate.

The practice of tipping service employees was outlawed by legislation signed on August 18, 1918.

Georgia Governor Hugh Dorsey signed legislation regulating the practice of architecture and licensing practitioners on August 18, 1919.

The Georgia Board of Public Welfare was also created on August 18, 1919 when Gov. Dorsey signed legislation establishing that body and a companion bill that created the Community Service Commission.

Tennessee became the 36th state and the final state whose ratification was required to adopt the Nineteenth Amendment on August 18, 1920, which reads:

The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.

Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation.

On August 18, 1924, Gov. Clifford Walker signed legislation that would allow a referendum on a Constitutional Amendment to allow Atlanta, Savannah, or Macon to consolidate their respective municipal governments with their county governments. Macon-Bibb County merged in 2014 after voters passed a referendum in July 2012.

The Beatles played at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium on August 18, 1965. AtlantaTimeMachine.com has a couple images from the night.

On August 18, 1991, hardline Commies in the Soviet Union arrested Prime Minister Mikhail Gorbachev as part of a coup against Gorbachev’s reforms.

On August 18, 2015, Jeb Bush visited The Varsity in Atlanta. Here’s the funniest line from the CBS46 story:

Recently, Bush put a series of “Jeb No Filter” videos on YouTube and some say it’s a way to bring up his popularity.

“We’re going to work hard to earn the support of Georgians in the March 1 primary. It’s the second largest state in the primary, it’s our neighbor to our north, we’re going to be working hard,” Bush said.

While the instinct behind “Jeb No Filter” may have been good, it would take Donald Trump to show what No Filter really means.

Georgia Politics, Campaigns, and Elections

Governor Brian Kemp issued Executive Order #08.17.26.01, suspending the members of the Dublin City Schools Board of Education and creating the Dublin City Board of Education Nominating Committee, who will nominate new members of the BOE for Governor Kemp’s consideration and appointment.Continue Reading..