Monday, January 19, 2026

Good morning! On this day in 1861, Georgia became the fifth state to secede from the Union, joining Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, and South Carolina.

Few topics spark as much reader response at The Georgia Flyover as the Atlanta Falcons’ struggles. Learn about the team’s new coach in Top Stories—then weigh in with your own take in today’s Poll.

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Coach Hire Draws Mixed Reactions

The Atlanta Falcons' pick of Kevin Stefanski as the franchise's 20th head coach drew mixed reactions from fans and NFL analysts.

Stefanski, a two-time AP NFL Coach of the Year named to the job Saturday night, spent six seasons with the Cleveland Browns before being fired earlier this month.

He will report to Matt Ryan, the Falcons' new president of football operations, who praised Stefanski as a leader with a clear vision for building the team on fundamentals and toughness.

Team owner Arthur Blank said Stefanski has gained experience from his prior coaching stops "that have prepared him for this moment."

Winter Weather Hits

Parts of central and south Georgia saw snowfall Sunday morning, with accumulations ranging from a dusting to 3 inches in some areas.

Churches canceled services, officials urged caution on bridges and overpasses, and highway crews worked throughout the morning to treat roads. Snow flurries fell near Vidalia.

Elsewhere, rain began around 5 a.m. in metro Atlanta before transitioning to snow by 7 a.m., creating slick road conditions. The snow moved out of the metro area by midday.

Statewide, cold temperatures are expected to persist through midweek.

Georgia Honors MLK's Legacy

Communities across the state are honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day today, with parades in Atlanta and other cities, service projects, and celebrations.

Many other MLK events have taken place over recent days, including in South Georgia, with events ranging from guest speakers to dinners.

In Central Georgia, Macon-Bibb County and the MLK Commission will host a march at 11 a.m. today, followed by a ceremony at Steward Chapel AME Church.

Augusta will host a day of service, with community leaders and the public providing meals at Master's Table Soup Kitchen and performing other volunteer activities.

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➤ Statewide: Gov. Brian Kemp proposed a $325 million DREAMS Scholarship as part of his 2026 spending priorities, aiming to create the state's own need-based scholarship program. (More)

➤ Troup County: County commissioners voted to add 20 acres to the Whispering Hills natural "green burial" cemetery near LaGrange, where bodies are buried without embalming or traditional caskets. (More)

➤ Cobb County: An 11-year-old girl who went missing after leaving school Thursday was found safe after spending a cold night lost in the woods. (More)

➤ Savannah: An early-morning house fire displaced a family of five on Friday. (More)

➤ Albany: An Albany State University student worked with county leaders to organize a community-wide litter cleanup program. (More)

➤ Atlanta: Former school superintendent Devon Horton was arrested on child cruelty and aggravated assault charges unrelated to his work in schools. In October, Horton was indicted on fraud and embezzlement charges tied to his previous work in Illinois. (More)

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➤ Middle Georgia Sports Park in Jeffersonville joined the National Hot Rod Association Member Track Network, offering racers a variety of NHRA-sanctioned opportunities. (More)

➤ Georgia State alum Wil Lutz kicked the game-winning field goal to send the Denver Broncos to the AFC championship in an overtime win against Buffalo on Saturday. (Highlight)

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➤ Suzanna's Kitchen in Norcross recalled 13,720 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken in Georgia and six other states, citing potential Listeria contamination. (More)

➤ Hollywood returned to Savannah as crews began filming scenes for Road House 2 at Forsyth Park and River Street. (More)

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