Sixty years after the Civil Rights Movement, Albany’s Rutha Mae Harris, last original Freedom Singer, continues to inspire young leaders and preserve the city’s history through music and activism.

Fifty-nine years ago today, the hall of fame songwriter who is remembered for being the sidekick to the original singing cowboy died.

Ninety-one years ago today, the country signer and songwriter who penned one of Willie Nelson's signature songs was born in Texas.