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Neil Gross writes about LaGrange Police Department in his book Walk the Walk
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We tried something else in a small town.
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Trustbuilding Exec. Director MLK speaker says everyone can make a difference
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Trustbuilding Author Rob Corcoran Visits LaGrange
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John Lewis Addresses a Full House at Lagrange College
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African American Museum Historian Visits LaGrange
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Rev. Dr. Willie Edmondson Elected Mayor
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Moss & Wood Park Dedication
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Mulberry Street Cemetery Opening Ceremony
Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday 2026
In addition to the many local events held in his honor, Trustbuilding—in collaboration with Pretty Good Books—began hosting annual book talks three years ago. We gather to discuss Dr. King’s legacy series or his now-famous writings.
This year, I have chosen "The Beloved Community" as the centerpiece for our discussion. We will explore Dr. King’s definition of a Beloved Community, who should be a part of it, and how we can build it right here in our local community. While we hear his "I Have a Dream" speech every year, I invite you to lean in closer and join me in becoming a change agent for the Beloved Community.
Chalton Askew, Executive Director
Trustbuilding, Inc.
RacialTrustbuilding.org was established by the Troup County Racial Trustbuilding Initiative. The purpose of this site is to expand the global conversation about racial reconciliation and trust-building. We also want to highlight stories about communities finding creative ways to engage citizens and build relationships across racial lines.
“We are...politically paralyzed. The reasons for this paralysis are several but chief among them is our failure to engage each other openly and honestly about race.”
