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Authors Mary Frances and Beverly Helm-Renfro compile historical photos in book ‘African Americans in Springfield’ | Community Voices

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Vanessa Ferguson

Published August 23, 2022 at 12:00 PM CDT

"African Americans in Springfield" is written by Mary Frances and Beverly Helm-Renfro

Mary Frances and Beverly Helm-Renfro are the authors of the book “African Americans in Springfield.” They spoke to Community Voices about the stories behind the photos featured in the book. Helm-Renfro also spoke about her father who captured many of the images showcased in the book.

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Vanessa Ferguson

Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.

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