Apalachee shooting anniversary brings reflection, renewed calls for legislative change

By: Alander Rocha

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: September 4, 2026

Words: 698

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 4 days ago

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Georgia marked the second anniversary of the deadly 2024 Apalachee High School shooting as Apalachee Remembrance Day while drawing calls for state leaders to move beyond commemorations and enact measures to prevent another tragedy.

Gov. Brian Kemp gathered with Apalachee High School families, community members affected by the 2024 shooting and law enforcement Thursday after issuing a proclamation marking Sept. 4, 2026, as a day of remembrance, honoring the victims and celebrating …

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