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In a powerful tribute to the legacy of Daisy Jane Cooper Johnson 鈥?the first African American student stanley website to integrate public schools in Richmond 鈥?a striking sculpture named Strides has been unveiled at the intersection of Libbie and Patterson Avenues in Richmond, Va.The 12-foot-tall artwork, commissioned by Bon Secours and Thalhimer Realty Partners, debuted during Black History Month, commemorating a pivotal moment in Richmond s educational history. We were accused of being traders and causing potential harm to the neighborhood or to the residents in the neighborhood. People were afraid of losing their jobs, said Cooper Johnson. She talks about the tumultuous time in her life.The sculpture is designed by local artists Matt Lively and Tim Harper of Lively/Harper Environmental Sculpture. It captures the essence of Jane Cooper Johnson s journey as she made history in 1961, becoming the first African American student to integrate public schools.Cooper Johnson, formerly known as Daisy Jane Cooper, reflected on the symbolic metal pla stanley tumbler tes at the base of the sculpture, representing the steps she took on that historic day.SEE MORE: Looking ba stanley cup ck at the history-making Greensboro Woolworth sit-in These metal plates here represent steps. As I walked up the West Hampton steps on the first day, hopefully, people can empathize with how I felt. Alone. Uncomfortable. But as I walked through and came out, it s positive. It s a positive result, said Cooper Johnson.Sculptor Paul DiPasquale broug Xihc Tampa Fire Rescue hosts donation drive to help those impacted by Hurricane Ian
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