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A Most Thoughtful Gift
Sometimes a gift is made more special because of the story that inspired it.
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Graduation in a Time of Turmoil…the Class of ’68
Take a moment to step back in time with the WHS Class of 1968. In a year noted for assassinations, riots, peace marches, and war, the students who were to receive their diplomas that year faced those trials along with the normal experiences of the final year of high school. Enjoy a bit of their…
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“…but passing through a dark entry…”
Superstitions, beliefs, practices, and stories are a part of a culture’s way of reckoning with the end of the physical life. This glimpse of the “death lore” of the ridge area of Sumner County shows how our ancestors viewed their final journey on earth
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So, What’s in a Name? The stories behind the signs.
The story of a place can often be found in its name. A life. a celebration, a tragedy, or a memory are all things that may be recorded in the name of a street, a bridge, a creek, a spot in the road and the like. Read about how the names of a few locations…
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The Strange Homecoming of Cpl. Floyd Delano Rhodes
A Westmoreland man survives the horrors of World War II and eagerly makes his journey across the Atlantic to what turns into an unfortunate homecoming.
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A Soldier’s Heartbreak…the story of Virgil Goad
The story of a forgotten soldier from Westmoreland.
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If These Walls Could Talk …the old Stagecoach Inn at Adolphus
The narrative reflects on a historic house, once a stagecoach inn built by William Foster in Kentucky, which symbolizes a turbulent past filled with slavery, death, and controversies. The house, later owned by the Roark family, witnessed notable events, including the murder of Bill Roark in 1913. Today, it stands neglected, reminiscing its storied history.
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The Ice Storm of 1951
In the winter of 1951, an ice storm struck Westmoreland, causing significant disruptions. Rain transitioned to sleet and snow, covering the area in ice. With power outages and impassable roads, community members relied on each other for warmth and supplies. The storm resulted in extensive damage, injuries, and 25 fatalities across the region.
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“A Most Appalling Disaster”…the Liberty Tornado
A deadly tornado struck the middle and northeastern parts of Sumner County on the afternoon of March 18, 1925, striking terror in the hearts of those who witnessed it. Step back in time as we follow the path of destruction and revisit this horrific event from long ago.
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Things to Know About Westmoreland Schools
The community of Westmoreland has been most fortunate over the years to have been served by a variety of educational facilities. Ranging from the first scattered subscription schools open to only a few paying students, to the eventual state and county supported public schools open to all, there have always been those individuals in the…