East Tennessee's Black historical figures who influenced the nation! Ford vs. Ford: In 1840's Jonesboro, this was a landmark case in establishing rights for people of color 20 years before the end of the Civil War. Dr. Hezekiah Hankal establishes churches and schools, and is the first person of color elected to Johnson City's Board of Aldermen. And a history of the Melungeon People by Wayne Winkler. Special Guest Segment by popular podcast Black in Appalachia provides great insight. East Tennessee Hip Hop music artist Jae'zus performs a special tiny concert just for StoryTown.
Written by Jules Corriere with Anne G'Fellers-Mason, Wayne Winkler, and Martha Waldron
Music Accompaniment Brett McCluskey
Theme Song Heather McCluskey
Sound Engineer Jared Christian
Foley Operator Gary Degner
Stage Manager Phyllis Fabozzi
Special Guest Segment by Black in Appalachia
Music Guest Jae'zus
Special Guest Umoja of Johnson City
2021 Sponsors:
Gary and Sandee Degner
Rae Dee O'Lufver
Wild Women of Jonesborough
February Show Sponsor:
Terry and Sandy Countermine
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