ATLANTA — From the start of the Civil Rights Movement to making Atlanta a modern hub of Black excellence, WSB-TV Channel 2 proudly presents Celebrating Black History Month & Legacies in The Making, Sunday, February 22nd, starting at 7:00 p.m.
These back-to-back specials are hosted by Channel 2 anchors Lori Wilson and Fred Blankenship from the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in downtown Atlanta.
In these two powerful programs, Georgians will experience the pivotal moments in history and get an in-depth look at iconic leaders who shaped the fight for equality. Viewers will also be introduced to a new generation of leaders who continue to define Atlanta and inspire the nation.
“We invite you and your family to join us as we honor the leaders who helped pave the way here in Atlanta,” said WSB-TV President Marian Pittman. “And just as importantly, we turn our focus forward to the next generation of trailblazers who are shaping not only Atlanta’s future, but the future of a nation still striving toward Dr. King’s vision of the beloved community.”
WHO: Channel 2’s Lori Wilson & Fred Blankenship
WHAT: Celebrating Black History Month at 7:00 p.m.
Legacies in the Making at 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: WSB-TV| Channel 2 and WSB Now
FEATURING:
- Full Circle of Hope
- Warrick Dunn Charities
- Operation Hope
- Bronzelens Film Festival
- National Center for Civil and Human Rights
- Hank Aaron Chasing the Dream Foundation
- Morehouse School of Medicine
- Promise Career Institute
- Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
- Butter ATL
About Channel 2 WSB-TV
Channel 2 has been serving the people of North Georgia for more than 75 years. The powerhouse #1 ABC affiliate was the first in the southeast to hire an African American Anchor and has been a trailblazer when it comes to covering some of the biggest moments in Georgia and around the world. From the civil rights movement to the Centennial Olympic Park bombing, 9/11 to the major snowstorm that shut down Atlanta and its suburbs, every big story breaks on Channel 2 Action News. Every day, more people turn to our linear, digital and free WSB Now streaming platform for impactful storytelling that impacts communities. The station also airs BOUNCE on its digital sub-channel 2.2, and DABL on 2.3.
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