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She’s a coach, a marketer, and a relentless champion for her community. Meet Tora Carter, who’s leading the charge to restore one of Lexington’s most historic buildings—the Robert H. Williams Cultural Center.

🎙️ In this episode:

• The extraordinary story of 15+ Black women who founded an orphanage in 1892
• How Tora blends roles at Guide Realty, Transy Athletics & the Cultural Center
• Creative ideas to serve Lexington’s small businesses
• Why the attic space will be your new fave event venue
• And yes, Raquel Carter, Tora's leader at Guide Realty is running for mayor 🙌

💥 Want to help? Follow the Cultural Center on Facebook, DM to get on the mailing list, and stay tuned for clean-up days and the September Homecoming event!

🔗 Resources:

• Cultural Center Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rhwcclex
• Compass Center: https://www.guide-realty.com/compass-center/ 
• Guide Realty: https://www.guide-realty.com/
• Raquel’s campaign page: https://www.raquelforlexingtonmayor.com/
• Bricks of Grace by William R. May - DM the Center for more information
• A Will to Be Free by Dr. Loretta Flynn Byer – DM the Center to purchase

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