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Resident urges Sandy Springs-focused Black History Month event; councilwoman details Juneteenth partnerships and youth program
Summary
A resident asked the Sandy Springs council for a citywide Black History Month event centered on local history; Councilwoman Dr. Melody Kelly described how the city centers Linwood Park and DeWalt's Alley in Juneteenth events and announced a youth digital art program tied to Juneteenth.
Dante Carter (introduced by the clerk) told the council there is "real black history" in Sandy Springs and urged the city to host a citywide Black History Month event that honors local legacies from residents such as Shirley Pruitt and veteran Melvin Peters and families associated with DeWalt's Alley. Carter said the request came…
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