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Several Clarke County School District schools attended the viewing of “Linnentown, the Musical” at The Classic Center on April 11.

Managing Editor Maya Clement voices her concern that Athens citizens must recognize the city’s history before it is completely gone.

News Editor Isabella Westrich reflects on how her perception of her hometown has changed as she’s grown up.

On Sept. 21, an event was held to commemorate the naming of Linnentown Lane.

The Linnentown Documentary and Panel event was held at Ciné on Aug. 15 by Athens Reparations Action and featured a showing of the documentary “Linnentown: urban renewal, white supremacy and the University of Georgia” as well as a panel discussion.

Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz speaks about the local Juneteenth celebration being planned for this national holiday and the impact it will have on Athens.

The Pledge to Teach Truth Rally took place at UGA’s Brumby Hall on Aug. 27 in partnership with the Linnentown Project to educate people on and bring awareness to local civil rights history and education.

More than 50 years after the Athens Linnentown community was displaced through gentrification, former residents are seeking support from the city of Athens to gain redress.

Former Athens-Clarke County residents of the Linnentown neighborhood spoke to Clarke Central High School students and staff on Feb. 19.