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Columns
Steve sparks my Indian interests
Steve Poindexter ‘s original tomahawks, two of which he graciously shared with me, left me thinking about Indians throughout the weekend. Steve … [Read More...]
Should voting be convenient?
From microwave popcorn to digital grocery shopping to telemedicine, our citizens worship time and the technology that saves time. … [Read More...]
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History
Concord Church among county’s oldest
Concord Baptist Church, west of Ellard, turned 180 years old this year. The late Rev. L. E. Roane, wrote in his column in the CCJ in 1957, that Concord was the third oldest church in the county. First was Slate Spring in 1836, he wrote.
Photo of 19th Century courthouse in Pittsboro shared by CCJ reader
I recently found an article printed in The Journal dated Jan. 5, 2012 regarding a photograph of the Calhoun County Courthouse in 1894.
Calhoun County History – Early Bluegrass band Wilson Brothers’ interrupted by WWII
October 7, 1999 – In the late 1930’s and early 1940’s a musical group in Banner known as the Wilson Brothers entertained with their blue grass and country singing and guitar playing at dances and school events north of the Skuna River.
Features
Steve Poindexter’s love for Indian artifacts turns into unique hobby
Steve Poindexter has been infatuated by Indian artifacts and their history all his life.
Life carried Murphree from Bruce, to Memphis, and back home
Dewey Murphree, of Bruce, loves to be busy all the time, which he has managed to do quite well for 92 years.
The Smilemaker – Barbara Fox shares the stories behind her book about her daughter Kyndal
Barbara Fox, author of “The Smilemaker,” says it took her over six years to complete the book.
Calhoun Pastors
Hale comes ‘full circle’ to Sabougla Baptist Church
Johnny Hale has been pastor at Sabougla Baptist Church since January and it’s not by accident.
Logan begins his ministry as pastor of Pleasant Grove
Trey Logan, 19, said he’s been inspired to preach for years.
Anderson excited to start his ministry in Pittsboro
Vincent Anderson looks to welcome everyone to Pittsboro Baptist Church as their new pastor.
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