Russellville's 8th of August celebration kicks off with opening ceremony - WNKY News 40 Television

Russellville's 8th of August celebration kicks off with opening ceremony - WNKY News 40 Television

RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – An emancipation celebration is underway in Russellville, and 38 years in, they’re proving one thing: “They not like us.” “This 8th of August celebration is more than a date, moderator. It’s a testimonial. It’s not just history, it’s identity… and as we gather to rejoice and rekindle the fire of purpose, I’ll bring to you this word: They not like us,” Pastor Michael Lockhart from Elevated Baptist Church in Franklin said during…