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Ligon’s Legacy Lives On | Durham News
Ligon Magnet Middle School is set for a historic transformation—its 1953-built campus, once Raleigh’s only Black high school, will be demolished in 2030 to make way for a brand-new facility by 2031. Researchers are racing to preserve its legacy by combing through decades-old records and interviewing hundreds of alumni, ensuring every story and artifact is captured before the old building disappears. The community is rallying behind a vision that honors Ligon’s proud history of academic excellence and tight-knit spirit, with plans for a symbolic “legacy” entrance and an outdoor amphitheater…
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