Dean Gavney

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Tuesday, June 30, 2026, day 2198 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. Beginning tomorrow, Jay Deirlein will be taking over this space. See you soon Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Monday, July 4, 2026, day 2197 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. It was an eventful weekend, as we are now fully immersed in a heatwave. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Sunday, June 28, 2026, day 2196 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. I hope everyone is having a great weekend. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Saturday, June 27, 2026, day 2195 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. I hope everyone has a great Saturday! Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Friday, June 26, 2026, day 2194 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. I hope everyone has a great weekend! Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Thursday, June 25, 2026, day 2193 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. It would appear that it may not rain today. That would be the first in a while. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Wednesday, June 24, 2026, day 2192 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. We’re off early to support our Senate candidate at an event. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Tuesday, June 23, 2026, day 2192 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. Last night storms came through with the loudest thunder I've heard in a while Be kind to each other other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Monday, June 22, 2026, day 2192 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. Yesterday was a good day! Our GOTV gathering was incredible! Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Sunday, June 21, 2026, day 2190 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. Happy Solstice, Happy Father’s Day and happy Sunday! Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Saturday, June 20, 2026, day 2189 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. Dempsey has decided he must guard against the frogs in the yard. It's his job. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Friday, June 19, 2026, day 2188 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe! Happy Juneteenth to those who celebrate, which should be all of us. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Thursday, June 18, 2026, day 2187 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. If you’re a science fiction fan, I highly recommend The Traveler by Joseph Eckert. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Wednesday, June 17, 2026, day 2186 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. Yesterday, it rained. Then it rained some more. My plants loved it, though. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Tuesday, June 16, 2026, day 2185 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. It’s a rainy morning, so it’s off to the gym, instead of the park. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Monday, June 15, 2026, day 2184 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe. It looks like a stormy day is on tap here. I hope everyone has a good Monday. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Saturday, June 13, 2026, day 2182 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatevee you imbibe. We capped our day yesterday with a comedy show. The laughs were welcome. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Saturday, June 13, 2026, day 2182 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. Have fun today. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Friday, June 12, 2026, day 2180 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. Another hot, sticky day in Mississippi. I hope y’all have a great day! Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Thursday, June 11, 2026, day 2179 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. We just got back from a hot morning walk. It wore Dempsey out. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Wednesday, June 10, 2026, day 2178 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. Beth arrived home yesterday, Summer came with her. 79° already. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! It's Tuesday, June 9, 2026, day 2177 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. The heat and humidity are in full swing in the south, and it’s only June. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Monday, June 8, 2026, day 2176 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. It was an uneventful Sunday. Sometimes that’s just fine. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It's Sunday, June 7, 2026, day 2175 of The Royale. So, share your smiling faces along with a steaming cup of joe or whatever you imbibe in the morning. In honor of D-Day, I joined our bridge protest. It felt good. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning, coffee folk! It’s Friday, June 5, 2026, day 2173 of The Royale. Let’s see your smiling faces! On this day in 1959, Robert Zimmerman graduated from Hibbing High School in Minnesota. How’s that for trivia? Happy Friday to all! Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Welcome to Wednesday, June 4, 2026, day 2172 of the Royale. Rise and shine and show us your smile and a hot cup of joe, or whatever you imbibe to start the day. Make your day count, do something fun, meaningful or just good for you. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Welcome to day 2171 of the Royale, Wednesday June 3, 2026. I have neglected you, Bluesky Royalistas, and I am sorry. I had deleted the app. I reinstalled it but forgot to post yesterday. I’m here now, so let’s see your smiling faces. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Saturday, January 31, 2026. This is day 2049 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Today will be my last day hosting the Royale for now. It’s always an honor. I look forward to the next time. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win. #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Friday, January 30, 2026. This is day 2048 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. More cold air is coming overnight so our drive to Nashville tomorrow will be in sub 20° temps. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win. #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Thursday, January 29, 2026. This is day 2047 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. We watched the season premiere of Shrinking last night. If you haven't seen it, I would highly recommend it. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win. #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Wednesday, January 28, 2026. This is day 2046 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Let’s keep the folks in Minnesota in our thoughts. They're made of sturdy stuff, but they need our support. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win. #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Tuesday, January 27, 2026. This is day 2045 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Yesterday was a back-to-normal day. I didn't get to exercise at all on Sunday, so I hit the gym. It’s cold so more of that today. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Monday, January 26, 2026. This is day 2045 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. I did nothing yesterday. I ate King Cake and snacks. while watching history documentaries in the service of my mental health. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning. Today is Sunday, January 25, 2026. This is day 2044 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. I don't have anything meaningful to say: no witty or inspirational words. I'm just tired and sad. I still believe in these words: be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Saturday, January 24, 2026. This is day 2043 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. I joined the visibility brigade protest for a short while yesterday, but can we all say thank you to the folks in the Twin Cities? Be kind to each other. Community is how we win

Good morning! Today is Friday, January 23, 2026. This is day 2042 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Well, winter is coming. We’re not likely to get the worst of it, but I don't think we’re going anywhere on Sunday. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Thursday, January 22, 2026. This is day 2041 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Well, it looks like this winter storm will be no joke. We currently sit in the “zone of uncertainty” in terms of forecast. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Wednesday, January 21, 2026. This is day 2040 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Take care of yourselves and be mindful of your mental health. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win. #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Tuesday, January 20, 2026. This is day 2039 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Today is our wedding anniversary. On 1/20/2013 Beth and I were married in Athens, GA. The officiant was Patterson Hood. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Monday, January 19, 2026, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This is day 2038 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. The Bears' season came to an end last night in exciting fashion. Oh well. I hope y’all have a great day! Be kind to each other. Community is how we win

Good morning! Today is Sunday, January 18, 2026. This is day 2037 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. It’s awfully chilly here today, so we’ll skip the morning walk and hit the gym this afternoon. You do what you gotta. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Saturday, January 17, 2026. This is day 2036 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. I attended the Visibility Brigade protest in Jackson yesterday. It’s a small protest, but always rewarding. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win. #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Friday, January 16, 2026. This is day 2035 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. It’s been another tough week in America, but we’re still standing. Keep your chin up and stay strong. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win. #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Thursday, January 15, 2026. This is day 2034 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Seventeen years ago today, I attended my first HeAthens Homecoming in Athens, GA. Time flies. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win. #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Wednesday, January 14, 2026. This is day 2033 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. If there's a positive in these days of chaos, it's that everyday folks continue to find their voice. Long live the Twin Cities! Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Tuesday, January 13, 2026. This is day 2032 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. It’s another tough week in America. Keep your chin up and be kind to each other. Community is how we win. **Playing The Clash LOUD doesn't hurt either.** #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Monday, January 12, 2026. This is day 2031 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Yesterday was a bit of a rest and recharge day. I urge everyone to take one of those every now and again. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win. #dbtheathenscoffee

Good morning! Today is Sunday, January 11, 2026. This is day 2030 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. Yesterday was a good day. About 60 of us gathered on a bridge in Jackson out of respect for Renee Good and in defiance of ICE. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Saturday, January 10, 2026. This is day 2029 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. We’re going to join the local visibility brigade this afternoon as we all continue to be disgusted. Oh, and fuck ICE. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.

Good morning! Today is Friday, January 9, 2026. This is day 2028 of the Royale, the first cup of coffee of the day. The Royale is like a family huddle where we gear up to face the day. That's what friends do, hell, that's what communities do. Be kind to each other. Community is how we win.