The Georgia Gang Explained

The Georgia Gang is a long-running public affair program broadcast in Atlanta, Georgia. Dick Williams served as the host of the show for many years.[1] The show features two panelists from the left and two from the right. Panelists have included Tharon Scott, Alexis Johnson and Janelle King.[2] The show airs Sundays at 8:30 a.m. on Fox5.[3]

Williams died in January 2022.[4] He was married to journalist and mayor Rebecca Chase Williams.

The show was established as Sunday News Conference in the early 1980s on WSB-TV.[5] Lori Geary succeeded Williams as the show’s host.[6]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Allen, Frederick. Atlanta Rising: The Invention of an International City 1946-1996. May 25, 1996. Taylor Trade Publishing. 9781461661672 . Google Books.
  2. Web site: Worth Knowing: Sandy Springs resident joins the 'Georgia Gang'. Carol. Niemi. November 30, 2019. Reporter Newspapers & Atlanta Intown.
  3. Web site: Georgia Gang panelists remember Dick Williams. Claire. Simms. January 21, 2022. FOX 5 Atlanta.
  4. Web site: Dick Williams, long-time leader of 'The Georgia Gang', passes away. Russ. Spencer. January 20, 2022. FOX 5 Atlanta.
  5. Web site: Atlanta journalist Dick Williams dies at 77. Rodney. Ho.
  6. Web site: Dick Williams remembered as iconic journalist, 'founding father' of Dunwoody - Reporter Newspapers & Atlanta Intown.

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