News Dr. Leslie D. McKesson: A passionate commitment to remembering Black courage and sacrifice By SANDRA WILKERSON QUEENEducation and Business Reporter Mar 22, 2024 The story of Burke County’s African American community is extensive, filled with seemingly insurmountable difficulties, proud achievements, an…
News Black slave helped end small pox for Washington's army during Revolution By DR. DAVID STREATERFOR THE PAPER Feb 17, 2023 EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article is an American history educational moment celebrating those who made a difference during the Revolutionar…
News 20240322-155727-phpuL0ToY.jpg ANGELA KUPER COPELAND / THE PAPER Dec 31, 1969 An exhibit at the Historic Burke Courthouse focuses on the role of African Americans in the plantation economy.
