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Abram Colby Honored with First Greene County Marker Recognizing His Role as One of Georgia’s Earliest Black Lawmakers Who Fought for Voting Rights Despite Violent Opposition

Apr 28, 2026

Greene County honors Abram Colby with its first African American historical marker, recognizing his fight for voting rights and role as an early Black lawmaker.
Jacob Hutchings, Former Freed Slave and Georgia’s First Black Legislator from Jones County, at Center of Family Lawsuit Over Unfulfilled Memorial Park

Jul 19, 2025

The family of Jacob Hutchings, Georgia’s first Black legislator from Jones County, is suing officials over delays in creating a promised memorial park on donated land.
Kendrick Lamar Sets New Standard as First Rapper to Gross Over $9 Million in a Single Show, Surpassing Eminem’s 2019 Record

May 1, 2025

Kendrick Lamar breaks Eminem’s 2019 record by grossing over $9 million at a single show during his Grand National Tour. Learn about his milestone and chart-topping success with SZA.

Abram Colby Honored with First Greene County Marker Recognizing His Role as One of Georgia’s Earliest Black Lawmakers Who Fought for Voting Rights Despite Violent Opposition