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Tag: George Wallace
Posted inBrookhaven Reporter, People & Places, Top Stories

Lynwood Park’s historic recognition draws praise from longtime — and some famous — residents

by John Ruch

The city of Brookhaven’s decision to officially honor Lynwood Park, considered the oldest historically Black neighborhood in DeKalb County, is drawing praise from its longtime residents — and from one of the several celebrities born and raised in the tight-knit community. “We can’t even explain to people what a nice village it was,” says George […]