Members of the Jackson County NAACP will share a Black History Readers’ Theater program following the October General Membership Meeting, which is being held in Macon County at St. Cyprian’s Chapel of Franklin (see map below). Consisting of four segments which address African American experiences and contributions throughout the history of the US, the program includes illustrations of African beginnings
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The Macon County NC League of Women Voters invites you to a public forum entitled, “Voter Rights in North Carolina: Barriers and Challenges 50 Years After Passage of the Voter Rights Act.” The 90-minute forum will include a presentation by Bob Hall, Executive Director of Democracy-NC, a non-partisan voting rights organization based in Durham, N.C., who will highlight recent analysis
» Read moreA silent prayer vigil will be held in Franklin, NC, on Saturday June 20 @ 8pm in response to the horrific act of terror at Emanuel AME Church. Gather at the clock tower across from the courthouse to mourn for those who lost their lives in Charleston and to stand in unison–with love–against racism and hatred. Bring signs, parking available
» Read moreA silent prayer vigil will be held in Franklin, NC, on Saturday June 20 @ 8pm. Gather at the clock tower across from the courthouse to mourn for those who lost their lives in Charleston and to stand in unison–with love–against racism and hatred. Bring signs, parking available behind the courthouse on Church St. Organized by Dan Kowal and Selma
» Read moreOn March 15, a group of community activists and organizations joined together for a symbolic and commemorative march to honor those fallen for our right to vote, and to call for an end to the state’s current efforts to limit our right to vote. We are proud to have had a number of Jackson County NC NAACP members marching in
» Read more50th Anniversary of Selma , Ala. March Assemble at the Macon County Court House then march on Main St. to the bridge near Big Bear Park, and back to the Court House. Bring signs! Come hear speakers. Rain or shine. Honor those fallen for our right to vote and call to end the state’s current efforts to limit our right
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