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If you’ve ever smelled or tasted the mouth-watering fried chicken at any number of metro Atlanta gas station, you know about Krispy Krunchy Chicken.
The Alexandria, Louisiana-based company is opening an office this week in Atlanta, one of its key markets.
Top celebrate the occasion, Krispy Krunchy Chicken is hosting a grand opening on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. The event is invitation-only.
Krispy Krunchy Chicken Opens Office Downtown
“As our business continues to experience rapid growth in the new year, the establishment of an additional corporate office is a strategic move to enhance our support for operators and customers,” Jim Norberg, President of Krispy Krunchy Chicken, says in a written statement. “Atlanta provides an ideal hub for our teams. Its central location and dynamic environment grant us access to diverse resources while empowering us to further expand and advance our enterprise.”
Where Is the Krispy Krunchy Chicken Office In Atlanta?
The Krispy Krunchy Office is located at 1000 Marietta Street NW #244 Atlanta, GA 30318. Here is a map to help you find it.
The brand is expected to reach its 3,000th location early this year, which speaks to its popularity. In anticipation of the growth, the eatery has honed its operations in several key ways.
“Our growth this past year focused on three key components to success: optimizing our menu and procedures for ease of operation, building brand awareness, and, of course, continuing to serve delicious fried chicken and sides,” Norberg says in a press release. “From investing in insights work, to enhancing our training and operations support, to bringing in top talent to lead our marketing efforts, to rolling out a new menu and overhauling our brand look – the future is bright for our great brand.”
Final Thoughts
The best fried chicken in Atlanta is a composite of where you’ll find the juiciest and most flavorful wings, thighs, leg quarters and more all fried to perfection.
Fried chicken is just one of many facets to Atlanta’s dining scene. Aside from fried chicken, “hot chicken” is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Read more: 20+ essential soul food spots in Atlanta
Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
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The Detroit Lions face another tough postseason test: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Wanna watch the NFL playoffs?
No cable needed! Lions vs. Bucs is a game you can watch — for free. Keep reading.
How To Watch the Detroit Lions, Tampa Bay Bucs Game on TV/Streaming
You can also steam the game for free on FuboTV, which offers a 7-day trial at no charge.
If you live in Detroit or Tampa Bay, you can watch the game on your local TV affiliate via cable TV or TV antenna.
Matchup: Detroit Lions vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Time: Sun, Jan. 21, 2024 at 3 p.m. ET
Location: Ford Field — Detroit, MI
Channel: CBS
Streaming: FuboTV. or Paramount+
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Watching the game for free on Fubo’s sports-centric live TV streaming service will give you practically every game during the NFL regular season and playoffs. This includes streaming every game broadcast nationally or on the NFL Network. Fubo also offers 1,000 hours of cloud DVR storage and a seven-day free trial.
Final Word
The way to watch TV is by using the best streaming services for your particular device.
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For Black History Month and beyond, it’s very likely that you will find the Atlanta Hawks with their ‘MLK jerseys” on for some home games.
What Does The MLK Stand For On The Atlanta Hawks’ Jerseys?
The MLK stands for the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. How those jerseys came to be is a fascinating story culminating in a first-of-its-kind partnership between the King estate, the National Basketball Association (NBA), the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) and a popular sportswear company.
That sportswear company happens to be Nike, which manufactured the MLK jerseys, which are officially called MLK Nike City Edition uniforms.
Why Do The Atlanta Hawks Have MLK On Their Jersey?
The short answer is that the Atlanta Hawks have MLK on their jerseys to pay homage to a civil rights activist and hero who called Atlanta home. King’s birth home still sits in Old Fourth Ward at 501 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, but more importantly, the leader’s principles of nonviolence continue to resonate today.
The Atlanta Hawks debuted MLK jerseys for the first time on January 17, 2022 in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Hawks home court also bore the letters ‘MLK.”
“It is an incredible privilege to be able to represent the legacy of Dr. King, one of Atlanta’s native sons and one of the nation’s most transformative leaders. His message of equality, non-violence, and justice is as relevant today as it was in the 60s and we are proud to not only help educate legions of young fans about Dr. King’s work, but empower them to pick up his mantle and embody the change they wish to see in their communities,” said Hawks Chief Marketing Officer, Melissa Proctor. “We are honored that the King Estate would entrust us with these powerful initials.”
5 Things About The MLK Jersey You Didn’t Know
1. The MLK jersey is made up of three primary colors:
- Infinity Black: This symbolizes the team’s bold, relentless, and unapologetic approach to competition and community.
- Vintage Gold: This hue befits the memory of King and reflects an air of sophistication.
- Fidelity White: This color embodies the team’s dedication and loyalty to the great city of Atlanta along with the ideals of equality and compassion.
2. The Colors Also Represent King’s Greek Fraternity
MLK was a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, one of the largest and most popular black Greek organizations at American universities and colleges.
King pledged the fraternity while enrolled at Morehouse College in southwest Atlanta.
3. The Stars Represent the Number Of Times King Was Detained By Police
According to the Hawks website: “The stars donning both sides of the shorts represent 22 of the 29 times Dr. King was jailed fighting for justice and equality, while also paying tribute to the dedicated student freedom fighters who engaged in sit-ins all over the South. Of them, he said, “Only when it is dark enough can you see the stars.” Towards the bottom of the jersey, Dr. King’s personal signature graces the authenticity tag.”
4. The Jersey Design Also Nods To MLK’s Church Affiliations
Design details pay homage to architectural features of the many churches that King delivered some of his most powerful sermons.
For example, the uniform is trimmed in white and gold, mirroring the silhouette of stained-glass windows you’d find at many churches in the South. The crown and shield symbol on the shorts is influenced by church windows and King’s personal effects.
5. The Hawks’ Logo Encircled In Black Symbolizes Black People’s Struggle
According to the Hawks’ website, “At the waistband is the Hawks’ Primary Icon logo encircled in black symbolizing the continuous quest of the Black community to achieve freedom and justice.”
Final Word
Will the Hawks wear their MLK jerseys for MLK Day coming up? Only time will tell.
Make sure you support the Hawks by buying tickets to Philips Arena. If you can’t go to the game, you can watch the Hawks live for free on TV.
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When it comes to winter fun, Phipps Plaza might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but let me tell you: It needs to be up there.
That’s because Phipps is rolling out a winter chalet igloo experience that includes dining and entertainment. This is the closest to an ATL winter wonderland that you’re going to get, so take advantage!
The good news is that this is one of the coolest things you can do in winter in Atlanta as a family. Children’s options available upon request and no outside food allowed in the igloos.
How Much Do The Igloos Cost?
Igloo rentals are paired with a $100 food and beverage package required per person. Minimum of two people per reservation.
The dates that the chalet igloo will be operating are:
- Feb. 1 – Feb. 4
- Feb. 8 – Feb. 11
- Feb. 14 – Feb. 18
- Feb. 22 – 25
·Hours of operation:
- Thursdays and Fridays: 5 p.m. or 7 p.m.
- Saturdays: 1 p.m., 5 p.m. or 7 p.m.
- Sundays: 1 p.m. or 4 p.m.
· Valentine’s Day special seating: Wednesday, Feb. 14 at 5 p.m. or 7 p.m.
What Type of Food Will Be Served?
You can order a variety of food and drinks during the experience, including:
Beverages:
- Your choice of one bottle of wine (red or white), or champagne: Veuve Clicquot, Orin Swift Abstract, or Davis Bynum Chardonnay per every two guests.
- Or one carafe of your choice of a large format cocktail per every two guests: Market Punch, Eskimoma, or Eight Below. Additional large format cocktails $48 per carafe.
Food:
- A Cicci di Carne Cheese & Charcuterie board (portioned according to group size)
- Just Krispy Rice Box (one per two guests)
- Umami Beef Sliders (two per person)
Where Is Phipps Plaza Located?
Phipps Plaza is located at 3500 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326. Here is a map to help you find it.
Final Word
Midtown Atlanta is not only the city’s midsection, but where all the action is. Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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Can CJ Stroud do it again in the NFL playoffs? The Baltimore Ravens had a first-round bye last week, but they have to strap up today! The Ravens play a surprisingly good Houston Texans team today.
No cable needed! Ravens vs. Texans is a game you can watch — for free. Keep reading.
How To Watch the Baltimore Ravens, Houston Texans Game On TV/Streaming
You can also steam the game for free on FuboTV, which offers a 7-day trial at no charge.
If you live in Baltimore or Houston, you can watch the game on your local TV affiliate via cable TV or TV antenna.
- Matchup: Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans
- Time: Sat, Jan 20, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. ET
- Location: M&T Bank Stadium — Baltimore, MD
- Channel: ABC
- Streaming: FuboTV. or Paramount+
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Watching the game for free on Fubo’s sports-centric live TV streaming service will give you practically every game during the NFL regular season and playoffs. This includes streaming every game broadcast nationally or on the NFL Network. Fubo also offers 1,000 hours of cloud DVR storage and a seven-day free trial.
Final Word
The way to watch TV is by using the best streaming services for your particular device.
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American Sesh, a business empowerment forum created by Atlanta author, entrepreneur and restaurateur Pinky Cole Hayes, recently held an exclusive session in Midtown Atlanta.
The forum, in which Cole Hayes hand picks celebrities, creative executives and entrepreneurs for the roundtable, had the lively feel of one part pep rally, the other part Gospel revival.
Photo credit: Chris Mitchell
With American Sesh, which Cole Hayes executive produces, successful and rising entrepreneurs and a few of her celebrity friends lock in and ideate about business.
“No cameras, no phones, no ego…only a pen and a pad. It doesn’t matter how much money they have or their status. Everyone just locks in and build billion dollar ideas,” says the website.
At the January 15 event, businessman and rapper 2Chainz Pastor, Jamal Bryant of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church were just two of the celebrities on hand.
One of the standout moments was when the Original Sleepy Potato owner stood before the crowd and explained his challenges of his business, which is located at 2841 Greenbriar Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30331.
Fellow business owners stood up to pledge pro bono help to him including:
- $10,000 seed money for expansion
- One month of free mentoring from the Hayeses.
- Free wealth management consulting
- Free buddy pass from Delta Air Lines and more.
American Sesh costs an entry fee to attend. There are three tiers for paid entry. Event attendees will walk away understanding that your mind is your current and gain knowledge on scaling their business to billion dollar brands.
Photo credit: Chris Mitchell
The aim of American Sesh is to bridge the generational wealth gap by equipping entrepreneurs with the essential tools to scale their businesses, including ways to boost their marketing, and branding. Another goal is to foster a community of entrepreneurs who can share resources, ideas, and knowledge, thereby enhancing global entrepreneurial influence.
The event offers a platform for business owners big or small to collaborate, learn and grow together. Attendees can expect to gain insights into the power of mindset and acquire knowledge on scaling their businesses into billion-dollar brands.
Final Word
Atlanta has a lot of inspirational people and AtlantaFi.com is going to introduce you to many of them as well as cool places to go, great restaurants and other ATL happenings.
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Atlanta, Georgia can be an expensive place when it comes to housing and other things. When it comes to having fun, you can actually do it for free. Yes, you don’t have to spend money to have a good time in Georgia’s largest city.
If you’re looking for free things to get into in Atlanta, this article is for you.
40+ FREE Things In Atlanta To Do
Atlanta quickly became a manufacturing mecca. Coca-Cola launched here in 1886. Streetcars came three years later. Atlanta’s proud tradition of elite black colleges began in 1865 and 1885. Throughout it all, Atlanta remained a city where there was plenty to do and see.
Atlanta is known as the city Too Busy To Hate, but it’s also a city full of rich cultural monuments that all can enjoy free of charge. Here are some free things to do in Atlanta.
Free Things To Do In Downtown Atlanta
- Visit Centennial Olympic Park
- Tour Downtown Atlanta Bike Tour
- Ride the Trolley
- Go on a self-guided free tour at the Federal Reserve Museum in Midtown (weekdays only).
- Visit and eat at the Very First Chick-Fil-A
- Take the Art Stroll at Castleberry Hill
- Take a walk in Hurt Park downtown
- Enjoy the Woodruff Park Reading Room
- Take a walk through Underground Atlanta
Free Things To Do In Midtown Atlanta
- Enjoy the bucolic scene of strong oak trees and cherry blossoms at Buckhead’s Chastain Park.
- Visit the Margaret Mitchell House and be “Gone With The Wind.”
- Walk the Atlanta Beltline’s Eastside Trail
- Walk across the Banana Split bridge in Midtown
- See the life works of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. at the MLK Center for Nonviolent & Social Change.
- Bust a move at the Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark.
- Check out the Goat Farm in West Midtown just off Huff Road.
- Take a walk around Little 5 Points
- Walk through the Krog Street Tunnel
- Go chill at Krog Street Market
- Hang out at Ponce City Market
- Lay in the grass at Piedmont Park
- Browse books at the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History
Free Things To Do On Atlanta’s Eastside
- Check out the DeKalb Farmer’s Market to see international fare
- Visit the local businesses at Madison Yards
- Take a tour through Oakland Cemetery
- Watch a drag race in the old Krogers parking lot
- Tour the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
Free Things to Do On Atlanta’s South Side
- Check out the other Forest Park Farmer’s Market to support Georgia produce
- Take a cruise down Old National Highway one weekend evening
- Ride horses at the ranches off Butner Road
- Visit the shops and restaurants at Camp Creek
- Play frisbee at Perkerson Park
Free Things To Do On Atlanta’s North Side
- Check out Buford Highway’s Little Saigon Farmer’s Market for eclectic fare
- Walk the Path 400 in Buckhead
- Take a walk through Lenox Square
- Enjoy the scenes at Chastain Park
Free Things To Do On Atlanta’s West Side
- Run or walk the Silver Comet Trail
- Take a walk or jog around the Bellwood Quarry
- Visit the National Archives at Atlanta
- Play tennis at the Bitsy Grant Tennis Center
Free Things To Do Around Atlanta Outdoors
- Hike up Kennesaw Battlefield Mountain National Park
- Go to Arabia Mountain in the Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve, in DeKalb County
- Hike up the famous Stone Mountain
- Take a boat ride down the Chattahoocheee River
Looking for more to do? Here are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Final Word
Atlanta weekends are fun, but they can be pricey. But there is also tons of free things to do in Atlanta on every single day of the week. You just need to know where to look.
If you go out this weekend, please be safe and observe public health guidelines. In other words, party responsibly.
Atlanta’s clubs will be on 10 this weekend. See the hottest ATL nightclubs this week and what’s going on.
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National Pepperoni Pizza Week is here in earnest and that means some major deals in Atlanta and elsewhere.
When Is National Pizza Week?
National Pizza Week began on January 14th and won’t end until the 20th, so that gives you plenty of time to enjoy all the pepperoni, anchovies, black olives and gooey cheese you can stand!
Atlanta has some of the best pizza restaurants in the Southeast, and the options include gourmet, oven-baked and other variations.
Best Atlanta Pizza Places For Deals
Here are some Atlanta offerings for National Cheese Lovers Day:
Varuni Pizza
1540 Monroe Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 | (404) 709-2690
Varuni Napoli is be offering two National Pizza Week-exclusive pizzas! Available only at the Midtown location, patrons can enjoy:
The My Sweet Fire pizza, a red pizza topped with homemade peppadew pepper cream, buffalo mozzarella, hot soppressata, and peppadew peppers, among other things.
The Melanzanella, a white pizza first topped with fried eggplant, smoked mozzarella, artisanal salame, roasted grape tomatoes, and more.
Marcos Pizza
At Marcos, you can enjoy a Large Pepperoni Magnifico™ featuring classic pepperoni, Old World Pepperoni plus three fresh signature cheeses sprinkled with Romesan seasoning all atop fresh dough. Available now for a special price of just $9.99 with the code ‘PEPMAG’*
Here are some other Atlanta Pizza places with the cheesy good stuff:
Nina & Rafi
661 Auburn Ave NE #220, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (404) 549-8997
Slim & Husky’s
- 1016 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 458-3327
- Adair Park: 581 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Photo credit: Slim & Husky’s / Facebook The eatery opened its first Atlanta location (Howell Mill Road) in 2019, then another one followed in Adair Park. Now Slim & Husky’s is a top pizza joint in Atlanta. Here’s what one customer has to say: “My FAVORITE pizza place! I love the fresh ingredients, the thin crispy crust, and flavorful toppings. I eat Slim and Husky’s pizza at least once a week. Never been disappointed. The cinnamon rolls are delicious too. Can’t go wrong with S&H!”
Emmy Squared Pizza
- 475 Bill Kennedy Way SE Suite F, Atlanta, GA 30316 | (470) 617-1160
- 1009 Marietta St NW Suite A, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (470) 617-1160
- 1009 Marietta St NW Suite A, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (470) 617-1160
Here’s what one customer says about Emmy Squared Pizza. “Let me start by saying the pizza and drinks were amazing. My favorite item was the cheesy garlic bread sticks for an appetizer, and the spicy pepperoni style pizza they had was a great twist.”
Varasano’s Pizzeria
2171 Peachtree Rd #100, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 352-8216
Here’s what one reviewer says about Varasano’s Pizzeria: “I’ve been a “regular” since they opened. The pizza is great. I eat a Margarita pizza at least once a week and it’s my favorite pizza. Their pizzas are like what I ate in Italy. Ingredients are fresh, sauce is great and not slathered on. The crust is charred perfectly. Also, it’s reasonably priced and a good ambiance. Dim but not too dark lighting. Good bar atmosphere too.”
Marco’s Pizza
832 Virginia Ave, Hapeville, GA 30354 | (678) 974-5594
Here’s what one reviewer says about Marco’s PIzza: “Tried the thin crust, and it was pleasingly crispy. Their pizza is cut into squares instead of slices, which is always good for sharing.”
Blue Moon Pizza
325 East Paces Ferry Rd NE #3, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 814-1515
Here’s what one reviewer says about Blue Moon Pizza: “Some of the best pizza I’ve had in Atlanta. The waitress Hayley was very nice and informative about their pizzas. I will be coming back.”
Final Bites
While not quite Southern Italy, Atlanta holds its own when it comes to pizza offerings in the South. Of course, there are many more awesome pizza places in Atlanta. If you love cheese, might we interest you in some top-notch Mexican restaurants in the city?
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One of the most iconic figures of the 20th century is Rosa Parks, an Alabama woman whose courageous act against Jim Crow tyranny is credited with starting the civil rights movement across America in the 1960s.
What Did Rosa Parks Do?
Despite facing discrimination and very real physical danger, Parks refused to move. This act of defiance sparked the Montgomery bus boycott, a year-long protest that became a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement.
But she did more than that.
As widely known as Parks’s story is, there are some things you may not know. This article will show you some little-known facts about Parks and her fight for freedom and equality in the South.
1. Parks Faced Intimidation As a Youth
Harassment and intimidation was something that Parks came to endure at a young age. In her book, she recalls when the Ku Klux Klan marched outside her door and her grandfather guardedly stood at the entrance.
At school, she was also bullied. “As far back as I remember, I could never think in terms of accepting physical abuse without some form of retaliation if possible,” said in her memoir.
When Was Rosa Parks Born?
Born on February 4, 1913, Parks faced racial injustice from a young age. Her parents were Leona (née Edwards), a teacher, and James McCauley, a carpenter.
As a child, Parks experienced bullying and witnessed the horrors of segregation firsthand. This shaped her commitment to fighting for equality.
2. Others Resisted Montgomery Bus Segregation Before Parks
Other people, namely Claudette Colvin, stood up to bus segregation in Montgomery before Parks did it, but it didn’t spark a movement.
On March 2, 1955 — nine months before Parks — Colvin and three other young African-Americans refused to give up their seat for white patrons on a Montgomery bus.
“It felt like Sojourner Truth was on one side pushing me down, and Harriet Tubman was on the other side of me pushing me down. I couldn’t get up,” Colvin recalled years later.
While others had resisted bus segregation before, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) saw Parks as the ideal candidate to legally challenge Alabama’s segregation laws. With Parks as the ember, the fire that would light the civil rights moment and become a guiding light for change ignited into a societal symbol.
3. Parks Was Inspired By Emmett Till
The violent abduction and murder of Emmett Till greatly affected Parks, who was killed just three months before she decided not to give up her seat on the bus.
At that fateful moment on the bus in Montgomery, Parks’s mind flashed to what had happened in rural Mississippi.
“I thought of Emmett Till — a 14-year-old African American who was lynched in Mississippi in 1955, after being accused of offending a white woman in her family’s grocery store, whose killers were tried and acquitted—and I just couldn’t go back,” she recalled in her memoir.
In her own words, Parks said she wanted to use the bus moment to claim her rights as a human being, something that had been denied to young Emmett.
4. Parks Knew the Bus Driver
Montgomery bus driver James F. Blake was known for giving black woman a hard time. He reportedly drove one black female motorist off the road and exchanged epithets with another.
Parks had boarded a Montgomery public transit bus from the front in 1943 and was accosted then by Blake, who scolded her to obey segregation rules and get off and re-enter the bus from the back door, which was a custom.
When Parks got off that bus that time in 1943, Blake drove off. That event became seared in Parks’s mind whenever she rode public transportation.
It was Blake’s bus, who on December 1, 1955, stopped to pick up Parks, who was at first unaware she was facing the same driver who had drove off and left her on the roadside years earlier.
As the situation unfolded anew in 1955, Parks made up her mind then and there that she was not going to capitulate to segregation. She became unwavering in her belief for justice.
Blake said, “Y’all better make it light on yourselves and let me have those seats.” When Parks refused, Blake followed protocol and contacted the bus company. “I called the company first, just like I was supposed to do,” Blake recalled in a later newspaper interview. “I got my supervisor on the line. He said, ‘Did you warn her, Jim?’ I said, ‘I warned her.’ And he said, and I remember it just like I’m standing here, ‘Well then, Jim, you do it, you got to exercise your powers and put her off, hear?’ And that’s just what I did.”
He drove for the bus company until 1999, when he retired.
5. Other Black People Gave Up Their Seat
Parks was not the only African-American on the bus. At least four black people, including Parks, were aboard the public transportation vehicle.
“The driver wanted us to stand up, the four of us. We didn’t move at the beginning, but he says, ‘Let me have these seats.’ And the other three people moved, but I didn’t,” she recalled.
A black man who was seated next to her gave up his seat, she said.
Blake said, “Why don’t you stand up?” Parks replied, “I don’t think I should have to stand up.”
6. Parks Refused To Give Up Her Seat — But Not Because She Was Tired
Parks wanted the world to know that her act of defiance in the face of Jim Crow had nothing to do with physical fatigue on her part.
In her autobiography, Rosa Parks: My Story, Parks said, “People always say that I didn’t give up my seat because I was tired, but that isn’t true. I was not tired physically, or no more tired than I usually was at the end of a working day. I was not old, although some people have an image of me as being old then. I was 42. No, the only tired I was, was tired of giving in.”
7. She Moved — But Not To The ‘Colored’ Section
Instead of moving to the redesignated colored section, Parks moved, but toward the window seat.
Parks said, “When he saw me still sitting, he asked if I was going to stand up, and I said, ‘No, I’m not.’ And he said, ‘Well, if you don’t stand up, I’m going to have to call the police and have you arrested.’ I said, ‘You may do that.'”
When Parks refused to give up her seat again, that’s when Blake contacted the police. When the officers came, Blake then signed the warrant for her arrest, which sparked the Montgomery bus boycott.
8. Parks Not Only Faced Arrest, But Harassment And Lost Her Job
After Parks was arrested and the incident garnered significant press exposure, not only nationally, but internationally, her life changed drastically.
Though hailed as a hero later, Parks’s actions had immediate consequences. She lost her job and endured years of threats and intimidation.
Blacklisted by white employers in Montgomery, Parks and her husband decided to relocate to Detroit, where she worked for in the office of U.S. Congressman John Conyers. In Michigan, Parks became a national figure and gave speeches and published her autobiography.
9. How Did Rosa Parks Die?
On October 24, 2005, Rosa Parks died of natural causes. She was 92 years old. Parks lived in Detroit from 1961 to 1988, staying in a modest flat on the city’s east side.
At her funeral, more than 4,000 people packed Greater Grace Temple in Detroit. Parks’s coffin was draped with an American flag during the seven-hour ceremony.
At the funeral, then-Illinois Senator Barack Obama said, “The woman we honored today held no public office, she wasn’t a wealthy woman, didn’t appear in the society pages. And yet when the history of this country is written, it is this small, quiet woman whose name will be remembered long after the names of senators and presidents have been forgotten.”
Final Word
Rosa Parks’s courage lit a fire in the Black community of Montgomery and caused them to come together to demand equal treatment under the law.
Parks’s individual courage will always be remembered, and the collective action it sparked will go down as the signature moment of a true act of freedom in this country.
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It’s wildcard weekend in the NFL playoffs. If you want to watch the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills game, you have some TV and streaming options.
No cable needed! Steelers vs. Bills is always a good game. You may be wondering you can watch it — for free. Keep reading.
How To Watch the Pittsburgh Steelers, Buffalo Bills Game On TV/Streaming
You can also steam the game for free on FuboTV, which offers a 7-day trial at no charge.
If you live in Pittsburgh or Buffalo, you can watch the game on your local TV affiliate via cable TV or TV antenna.
- Matchup: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills
- Time: Mon, Jan 15, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Highmark Stadium — Orchard Park, New York
- Channel: CBS
- Streaming: FuboTV. or Paramount+
Watching the game for free on Fubo’s sports-centric live TV streaming service will give you practically every game during the NFL regular season and playoffs. This includes streaming every game broadcast nationally or on the NFL Network. Fubo also offers 1,000 hours of cloud DVR storage and a seven-day free trial.
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The way to watch TV is by using the best streaming services for your particular device.
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