Bonnie Atwood Column
... which is now Arlington National Cemetery. Lee never returned. Do good qualities cancel out bad works? Do good works cancel out bad? Every generation asks the question. We could name presidents, protesters, artists and celebrities whose actions make us wonder. Should this old soldier fade away as a hypocrite and a loser? History is a harsh judge. None of us will withstand the scrutiny of future generations. Today, we’re critical of, or appalled by, our history with squandering natural resources, public hangings, smoking, fur coats, child marriages – and many things that we now do every day will be seen as travesties by our progeny. To the serious student of Robert E. Lee and the Civil War, nothing is more disheartening and dangerous than stirring together Lee with the Ku Klux Klan, Dylann Roof and racists who would aggressively and insensitively wrap themselves in the Confederate flag — all floating in one ...
Broughton Sets Lee Record
... travels to Pinson Valley on Wednesday. Midfield 66, G. W. Carver 65. Shy’im Cunningham poured in 24 points and the Patriots (16-5) became the latest team to win at Carver (12-6). Kameron Woods added 16 points and Anthony Brown posted 12 points and 10 rebounds. The Wolverines, who began the season with a 78-game home win streak, are 5-3 at home this season with losses to Jeff Davis, Robert E. Lee and now Midfield. Carver hosts Park Crossing on Friday. Jeff Davis 59, Enterprise 46. ENTERPRISE — Jalen Greene’s 11 points led the Vols (16-7). TD Aaron and Ja Shavius Perdue added 10 each. JD hosts Robert E. Lee on Friday. Robert E. Lee 80, Fairfield 47. Quinterrius Rivers’ 15 points sparked the Generals (20-1). Kevontae Ruggs added 11 and Demond Robinson 10. Lee plays at Prattville on Tuesday. Catholic 75, BTW Magnet 57. Garrett Cook scored 22 points and BJ Barker 19 to lead the Knights (11-8), who have won eight of their last 11. Catholic plays at LAMP on Tuesday. BTW (3-11) plays at St. James on Jan. 24. Montgomery Academy 63, Luverne 34. Garrett Sanderson racked up 31 points to lead the Eagles (8-11). Trey ...
Robert E. Lee Captures First League Win; Lady Raiders Roll At North Mesquite
... edge and he told me that he wanted to (start imposing himself),” Simmons said of Mabry. “He just has come in and wanted to work each day, and he’s been a bright spot for us.”. Mabry was one of three Red Raiders to score in double figures with point guards Isaiah Davison and Mike Donnell also scoring 18 and 13 points, respectively. There was a reason for that too as both teams went isolation against one another. This brought about Davison and Donnell taking turns going 1-on-1 against North Mesquite defenders with crossovers, drives and layups. “We didn’t come into the game planning to do that, but when they (North Mesquite) went man, we felt like we have kids, who can beat you off the dribble and get to the rim,” Simmons said. “Overall, I think the kids did a great job; just the mindset of starting the game and finishing the game.”. After spotting double-digit leads in the first quarter to their last three opponents, the Red Raiders never trailed North Mesquite (5-9, 1-3) despite committing seven turnovers in the first five minutes. The visiting Stallions were unable to capitalize, shooting 3 of 12 from the floor in the opening frame while ...
Robert E. Lee H.s. Threat Rumors Fueled By Unverified Social Media Claims
... wrote to WHSV in a statement, who confirmed an investigation did take place. "The situation involved specific students.". But still, posts with unverified information continued to appear. "WHSV has claimed that there were no threats to any student body or administrator. I would beg to differ," a person posted on a new page created following the incident called 'Lee High for Change.'. The page already has 120 likes. The rapid spread of the unproven accounts and stories demonstrates how powerful social media has become in getting information out. "I think it's human nature to want to share things and talk about things," said Joe Showker, who has an extensive resume — which includes teaching internet safety and digital ethics and working with Rep. Bob Goodlatte. "Before social media, we would whisper in people's ears. The problem is, we're all carrying this device in our hands that has the world at our fingertips.". Showker recommended people try to verify information from a trusted source before passing it along it to their friends. "Your first human inclination is 'Oh My God, I've got to share this.' That's probably the worst thing to do. You ...
Historian Sheds Light On Virginia Holiday In The Wake Of Backlash
... 21, was added to the holiday. In 1984, things got a little complicated when the Virginia General Assembly combined Lee-Jackson Day with a holiday honoring Civil Rights leader, Martin Luther King, Jr. “I think some historians would say it was a very bizarre twist where the General Assembly added Martin Luther King, Jr. Day into it. So, that third Monday, you had Lee-Jackson-King, Jr. Day,” Noyalas said. In the wake of recent racially-motivated attacks, like the Charleston, SC, shootings, some people are calling for Virginia to get rid of the holiday completely, but Noyalas said many people see the generals as military geniuses, not beacons of racism. “Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson are regarded as great military minds. These are guys whose tactics and strategies are still studied at military academies around the world,” Noyalas said. Some localities have already decided to not observe the holiday, but Noyalas said, official observation or not, people will remember and celebrate. “I think you’re going to have more localities following the lead of Hampton, Lynchburg and Charlottesville. I think it’s still going to be observed by those ...
Hear Stories From Robert E. Lee High School At The State Archives
... ADVERTISER)Buy Photo. The public is invited to revisit the past and attend a telling of “days gone by” from a former student of Robert E. Lee High School. Author Jim Vickrey, a Montgomery native, will share a first-hand look of what it was like being among the graduating class of 1960 at Lee High School during a time of segregation and racial unrest. He will pull those experiences from his book, “Echoes of Robert E. Lee High School: The First Decade, 1955-65” and share them at a free event at noon Thursday at the Alabama Department of Archives and History. Vickrey co-authored the book, published by New South Books in 2015, with several others from his graduating class, including Clinton Carter, Kerry Palmer and Roger Stifflemire as well as the first African-American students ever to attend the school. Vickrey will discuss the history of the school, its traditions, its academic and athletic programs. The book was featured in the Montgomery Advertiser in 2015 when the memoir marked the 60 th anniversary of the school. Vickrey was 15 when he started high school at Lee in 1957. He ...
Robert E. Lee, John Tyler Clash On Hardwood As District Foes
... W L Pct. W L Pct. Mesquite Horn 6 0 1.000 19 5 .792. John Tyler 5 1 .833 15 7 .682. Rockwall 4 2 .667 11 7 .611. Robert E. Lee 3 3 .500 12 12 .500. Rockwall-Heath 3 3 .500 12 12 .500. Longview 2 4 .333 16 7 .696. Mesquite 1 5 .167 4 10 .286. North Mesquite 0 6 .000 4 12 .250. All games at 6:30 p.m. unless specified. Dec. 13. John Tyler 79, Rockwall 64. Robert E. Lee 45, Rockwall-Heath 41. Mesquite Horn 55, Longview 41. Mesquite 42, North Mesquite 27. Dec. 16. John Tyler 82, North Mesquite 14. Longview 43, Robert E. Lee 39. Mesquite Horn 86, Mesquite 36. Rockwall 56, Rockwall-Heath 52. Mesquite Horn 53, Robert E. Lee 51. Dec. 21. John Tyler 71, Mesquite 20. Rockwall 36, Longview 31. Rockwall-Heath 63, North Mesquite 42. Jan. 3. John Tyler 76, Rockwall-Heath 46. Robert E. Lee 52, ...
Staunton Police, School Officials Investigate Incident At Lee High; 'no Threat' Found
... Police confirmed with WHSV on Sunday afternoon that no threats were made towards Robert E. Lee High School on Friday, despite social media rumors. According to Sgt. Scott Bird, the incident was limited to only two students. Over the weekend, concerned parents and students took to social media to express concern over unverified reports of students in possible harms way. Sgt. Bird said police have not been approached of reports of weapons in the school and that no arrests were made. The head of Staunton City Schools confirmed to WHSV on Sunday, Jan. 15 administrative officials and law enforcement performed an investigation into an incident at Robert E. Lee High School on Friday. Superintendent Dr. Linda Reviea, Ed. D., said the situation involved specific students. While it's unconfirmed what occurred to prompt the response from school officials and police, Reviea said, "the results of the combined investigations showed no threat to the school or student body.". She continued. "It is always helpful when ...
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