Newsletters

Our newsletters reflect the vibrant growth of our communities and honor our rich history. Each edition takes readers through time, showcasing how our landscape has changed and our dedication to preserving historical sites. By celebrating growth and remembering our past, we create a stronger connection among residents and support future generations. Each issue invites everyone to reflect on their role in our ongoing story, encouraging participation in our shared legacy. Let’s continue to cherish our history while reaching for new heights together.

Archived Newsletters

This compilation of newsletters is not intended to be an official historical record. Instead, contained within these covers are stories, recollections, and oral histories lovingly documented so the rich history of East Montgomery County would not be lost. How often do we wish we had asked questions and written down the stories of our parents and grandparents and annotated those many old pictures with names and dates. The Society has done just that!

Carol Miller

Editor and Past President

August 1995

Older woman with short white hair smiling outdoors, wearing a dark blue patterned shirt and white pants, sitting on wooden decking with green fern and rocks in the background.

Mary Ella (Wright) Marshall

August 22, 1929 – May 1, 2023

Most of the information and writing for the archived newsletters was authored by Mary Ella Marshall. She was the epitome of Southern grace and wrote as eloquently as she spoke. Her beautiful personality is reflected through her words as she creates perfect backdrops for the stories and memories from our past. Through her thoughtful storytelling, Mary Ella brought to life the rich history and treasured moments of East Montgomery County, preserving them in a way that continues to inspire and connect our community today.