ATLANTA, Nov. 9 -- Gov. Brian P. Kemp issued the following press release:

ATLANTA - Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that the Stone Mountain Memorial Association (SMMA) Board of Directors voted to appoint Christopher "Chris" Sanders as the Association's next Chief Executive Officer. Sanders will succeed Bill Stephens, who has served in the role since 2011 and will officially retire on December 31, 2026."Marty and I appreciate Bill Stephens' many years of service to the Stone Mountain Memorial Association and his commitment to overseeing the park's operations," said Governor Brian Kemp. "On behalf of the State of Georgia, we thank him for his dedication and commitment to this role and wish him all the best in his retirement.""Chris Sa...