From the West Alabama Newsroom– This year marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment — which guaranteed women — the right to vote. The Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail — is commemorating the historic milestone — with a year-long series — featuring women of the Voting Rights Movement. Organizers say one or two women will be featured at…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The partial government shutdown is affecting tourism in Selma. The Selma Interpretive Center is closed due to the shutdown. The sign on the door reads — Area closed because of a lapse in federal appropriations. The interpretive center tells the story of the Selma Voting Rights Movement and the Selma to Montgomery Marches. A group…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The 52nd anniversary of the signing of the historic Voting Rights Act is this weekend and several events have been planned in Selma to mark the occasion. A program detailing the history of the Selma Voting Rights Movement will be held at the Selma Interpretive Center. Brown Chapel AME Church will host a forum for…
