So far, he’s been involved in getting six historical markers erected or approved in the Roanoke Valley with two more in the pipeline.
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Founder of public education in Virginia finally gets recognition in Lynchburg
Only Richmond has more historical markers to Black History.
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State approves historical markers for Martinsville Seven, others
Five new markers recognize civil rights history in Southwest and Southside.
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Charlotte County remembers Black politician who was murdered on courthouse steps
A historical marker will commemorate the life and death of Joseph Holmes, who rose from slavery to elected office.
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Clifton Forge recognizes pioneering scientist
The town now has a historical marker about the first Black woman to receive a doctorate in zoology.
