Fowler Brings Personal Connection To New Algood Board
Algood Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler transitioning from her role as city mayor to serve on the newly formalized Cemetery Commission to ensure the preservation of her family’s resting place. Fowler said the Algood City Council recently appointed members to the commission to provide more structure and official oversight for the facility. Fowler said the city needed […]
Local Genealogy Class Connects DeKalb Residents To Ancestors
A local genealogist will offer DeKalb County residents a new way to discover their family history with a class in Smithville this weekend. Kris Wheeler said the class welcomes beginners and seeks to help family members understand where they came from. “Working through and understanding your family history,” Wheeler said. “Who was in the civil […]
York Park WWI Genealogy Event Signups Closing
Friday is the final day to sign up for a World War I-centered genealogy event at Sgt Alvin C. York State Historic Park. Park Administrative Assistant Alec Parsons said staff hopes to help people understand their lineage and the connection they might have to World War I. He said those who supply the park with […]
