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 Step into the rich literary heritage of Fayette County in this special episode of Fayette Footprints. Join me as I sit down with Mark Wallace Maguire for an engaging conversation celebrating three towering figures who put our county on the literary map: beloved novelist Ferrol Sams, celebrated children's author Robert Burch, and passionate educator and advocate Kemie Nix. Discover how these remarkable storytellers captured the heart of Southern life, shaped generations of readers, and left an enduring imprint on our community's cultural landscape. 

Works by:

• Robert Burch
• Ferrol Sams
• Carolyn Cary
• Larissa Reinhart
• Elizabeth Springer
• Mark Wallace Maguire

Resources Used:

"Children's Literature for Children." Children's Literature for Children, childrensliterature.org/. Accessed 20 Sept. 2026.

"Ferrol Sams." Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 19 Sept. 2026, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferrol_Sams. Accessed 19 Sept. 2026.

"Robert Burch." Georgia Writers Hall of Fame, University of Georgia Libraries, www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/robert-burch. Accessed 19 Sept. 2026.

"Mark Wallace Maguire Store." Amazon, www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01MA3JZEC/about. Accessed 20 Sept. 2026.

"Alexandria Rising Series." Goodreads, www.goodreads.com/series/283443-alexandria-rising. Accessed 21 Sept. 2026.

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An interview with Thomas Dorsey, docent for Starr's Mill building and museum. Thomas shares just a few of the thousands of stories associated with the most photographed place in Georgia! 

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Speaking with Dan Langford, Brooks Mayor tracing seven generations in Brooks, and Bishop Watts, a hobby historian promoting the restoration of Brooks architecture, we talk about the history and the future of Brooks.  Join me in this fireside chat sharing great stories and fond memories. 

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Join me in a chat about the history of Woolsey with the unofficial historian, Frank Carden, who has spent his life in Woolsey and much over four decades serving his town. 

From Dr. IG Woolsey's land purchase to a growing community to focusing on preserving the town's legacy, Frank shares details and memories of Woolsey. 

Tune in to the end to find out how Woolsey is restoring the original buildings and find ways you can help!

Pictures from our Podcast Interview

Resources:

• Carden, Frank.  Personal Interview.  9 June 2026
• Lovett, Jamie. Text communications. May and June 2026
• Woolsey's website:  https://woolseyga.com/
• Friends of Woolsey: Restoring the Woolsey Church:  https://friendsofhistoricwoolsey.org/ 

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Join me as I speak with Dori Johnston (Daughters of the American Revolution) and Marc Pottieger (Sons of the American Revolution) about a huge family event celebrating America 250.  

Daughters of the American Revolution:

• https://chapters.georgiastatedar.org/jameswaldrop/
• [email protected]

Sons of the American Revolution

• https://marquisdelafayette.org/ 
• https://marquisdelafayette.org/contact_us/ 

Meadow Garden, Augusta

• https://historicmeadowgarden.org/ 

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Do you know all the Fayette County graduates who earned a spot in professional sports?  Join me talking with Chris Dunn, former sports writer for the Fayette Citizen, as we go through the names of our homegrown athletes spanning a variety of sports!

Did we miss someone?  Please let me know at [email protected]

Follow Chris on Twitter/X at https://x.com/FayetteSports

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Sitting down with Fayette County Historian John Lynch to hear the story of how the Fayette County Courthouse could have been burned to the ground before it was even fifty years old!

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Born to a sharecropper and a former slave right here in Fayette County, Nellie went on to become one of the most significant artists of the 20th century. Her 'Playground' as well as her work on display at the High Museum of Art  in Atlanta, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, Oglethorpe University Museum of Art, and Traveling Exhibition – featuring vibrant colors, dolls, and recycled treasures—remains a testament to the power of her imagination.

Joining us to unpack this legacy with journalist Leah Banks.

Resources: 

Facebook > Lost But Not Forgotten

https://www.facebook.com/groups/4063832330516717/search/?q=nellie%20mae%20rowe

Georgia Historical Society

https://www.georgiahistory.com/georgia-historical-society-dedicates-new-historical-marker-recognizing-folk-artist-nellie-mae-rowe/

High Museum of Art

https://high.org/exhibition/really-free-the-radical-art-of-nellie-mae-rowe/ 

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The Town of Tyrone was established in 1911, but families can trace their lineage back in to the 1800s. Join my chat with Linda Howard, a long-time resident who has served in multiple capacities for the Town and is one of the founders and docents of the Tyrone Museum.

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Established before most people had heard of Peachtree City, Partners II Pizza is a cornerstone in the community, and their roots have been spreading!

How did the name originate?  Are all locations run by the Royals?  Will the buffet ever return?

Listen to the latest podcast to get these answers and more as we dive into another great story of Fayette County!

• partnerspizza.com/
• facebook.com/PartnersIIPizzaPeachtree
• instagram.com/ParntersIIPizzaPTC

Sources:

• Partners II Pizza - Pizza Restaurant in Ga, www.partnerspizza.com/about. Accessed 09 October 2025. 
• Royal, Jim and Marilyn. 14 October 2025. Personal Interview.