Black history
86 years of wisdom: A Black History Month reflection on hope, leadership, and American democracy
By Floyd Miller/West Texas Tribune Dr. Morris Baker was born in December 1939 in Ranger, Texas, into a world deeply divided by segregation. Today, at 86, he reflects on a journey that took him from a small West Texas town to three continents and back home again, carrying a message of hope for uncertain times.…
Read MoreRoberta Thompson’s Journey: A legacy of love, service and tenacity
By Floyd Miller/West Texas Tribune Roberta Thompson is the oldest of five children born to Lafayette and Johnny B. Thompson in Central Texas. Her story is one of resilience, community service and an unwavering commitment to preserving Black history and uplifting others. Thompson’s earliest memories are of Buckholt, Texas, where she attended a one-room schoolhouse.…
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