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Oak Ridge names DeRay Smith city historian, community leaders praise his work
Summary
Council unanimously approved a resolution naming DeRay Smith Oak Ridge city historian. Residents and former officials praised Smith's local history work, podcasting, newspaper columns and role with Tennessee historical entities.
Oak Ridge City Council on March 10 unanimously approved a resolution designating historian DeRay Smith as the city's official historian, a role council said will promote and publicize Oak Ridge's history.
The resolution names DeRay Smith to the position and charges him with promoting the city's history. Supporters spoke at the podium before the vote. "I don't believe there's…
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