The Book of Marshall

Chapter 3: Echoes of Connelly

One location in Lewisburg served the community as a site for the education of Marshall County students for over 100 years. From a run of private schools, to the birthplace of Marshall County High School.... However, most know this location as Connelly Middle School. The History Club investigated what made Connelly so special to so many in Lewisburg, but perhaps the best evidence is to just listen to stories that happened in the old hallways and classrooms. The memories and stories tell a history of a building that made an impact on so many people that spent time there learning and teaching. Walls can't talk... but maybe if we dig a little bit deeper and ask the right questions, those stories may still echo the halls of Connelly. This supersized episode hosted by MCHS students Lyle Nelson and Caiden Emmitt features contributions from several current and former educators as they recount stories from Connelly, including: 
Mary Brewer
Ryan Henry
David Steely
Kevin Mcgehee
Jenna Wilson
Daniel Batey
Mike Reese
Lee Perryman
Kyle Stacey
Kathi Jo Martin
Dickie Adkins
Connie Page
Benita Villines
Jeanne Wiles
Frank Sullivan 
MCHS Student Sam Johnson conducted a round table discussion with several former teachers from Connelly.
Caiden Emmitt sat down with Frank Sullivan for an interview about the connection that Connelly shared with his community outreach organization, HOPEtown. 
Ellah Wilson also spoke with Director of Schools Jacob Sorrells for our Municipal Community Spotlight about the role a Director of Schools plays in the community.
Show scirpt, sources, and resources: 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mYZja634CzQilp1hTcCcMbIZuJBlf9lUghbjbKpZkNo/edit?usp=sharing 
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Chapter 2: ”Legendary”

Legendary... it can mean so many different things. For the group of young men and coaches who suited up in the blue and white football uniforms in 1984 for the Marshall County Tigers, the idea of being Lengendary was probably the furthest word from their minds. However, in striving for excellence, pushing themselves, and playing the kind of hard nosed defense that could both excite their crowd, as well as silence their opponent's crowd... these Tigers may have found themselves worthy of legend. Bob Edens, Joe George, Jeff Lyttle, Danny Pickle, and Keith Stacey joined the History Club to help tell the story of the '84 Tigers! (And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss our Bonus episode this summer of the complete Tigers Round Table!) We also hear from Lewisburg's Director of Economy and Community, Greg Lowe. This month's alumni spotlight is current UT-Knoxville freshman Gracie Steely. 
Hosted by: Teneal Alexander, Henry Pearson, Lyle Nelson, Caden Mills, and Caiden Emmitt
Episode notes, sources, and music credits: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18bCubth0GteqdrUnLBoUk3LtPuhZlg_W9xE765WYoPI/edit?usp=sharing 
Show Website: https://bookofmarshall.podbean.com/ 

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