Georgia city strips 170-year-old honor from slavery advocate
In the early 1800s, Calhoun became known as “The Cast-Iron Man” for his unbending support of Southern states’ rights.
Source: thegrio.com
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Arts + Rec Uptown uses art and mini golf to invite community
The arts and entertainment venue includes a black box theater, a speakeasy, a record store and a mini golf course.
Source: kare11.com
Georgia city will rename plaza that now honors slavery advocate
Leaders of historic Savannah, Ga., voted Thursday to strip the name of former U.S. Vice President John C. Calhoun from the public square named in his honor more than 170 years ago. Supporters of the move say the politician from neighboring South Carolina spent decades advocating slavery and the right of states to secede; opponents say Calhoun deserved the honor for his years of government service and statesmanship.
Source: arkansasonline.com
Calhoun Square name strip to come by Savannah City Council vote
Letters to the editor: Readers defend Calhoun Square's name ahead of Savannah City Council vote
Source: savannahnow.com
Savannah Mayor Van Johnson touts 'rejuvenation' at State of the City
At Wednesday’s State of the City address, Savannah Mayor Van Johnson presented the City Council’s work over the last year, and made a call for unity.
Source: savannahnow.com