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    African-American Heritage Trail Completed, Ready to Teach | Local

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    Through the efforts of local community leaders and sponsors, the history of Columbia’s Black community will be preserved for generations to come.

    Behind the JW “Blind” Boone House Wednesday afternoon, city leaders unveiled the final markers of the African American Heritage Trail.

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