From the annals of 1912

— Locals were planning to attend the Southern Baptist Convention.

— It was reported that the state’s cotton crop would be short.

From the annals of 1937

— Mrs. Troy Smith hosted the May meeting of the Altar Society.

— The Griffin Post Office had its best month in its history with receipts of nearly $5,700.

From the annals of 1962

— The Rev. Edd McGhee was to speak at a revival at Southside Baptist Church.

— Imperial Homes was welcomed in Griffin.

From the annals of 1987

— Griffin High School teacher James Cook was set to retire.

— The Griffin High tennis team won the region championship.

From the annals of 2007

— The newly-opened The Grind State Park a joint effort, county and city officials said.

— The Spalding High football team was preparing for spring practice.

— Cowan Road Middle student Ashley Stansell won an essay contest sponsored by the local Daughters of the American Revolution.