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Still on the march: Gloria Washington Lewis-Randall still fighting for freedom since Birmingham’s Children’s Crusade
Over the years, Lewis-Randall has appeared in all kinds of public forums to share her story, often sharing the spotlight with other surviving civil rights activists from Birmingham. Read more
Apr 24, 2022
Photo courtesy of The Birmingham News.
Breaking the color line in death: A Black Alabama soldier was killed in Vietnam, then broke the color line at Elmwood Cemetery
During Black History Month, Rosa Parks is remembered for taking a stand by sitting on a Montgomery bus. Would-be diners took a stand by taking seats at lunch counters and countless people marched so they and others could step to the polls. Read more
Apr 24, 2022
World Games ‘hot ticket,’ retaining businesses, high-tech learning space
This month in City Beat, we learn about one of the unique sports at The World Games 2022 Birmingham this summer. Read more
Apr 24, 2022
