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North Texans remember longtime civil rights activist Lee Alcorn
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk David Goins , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about Alcorn's life and legacy are available from local news sources, including NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.
A longtime civil rights activist in North Texas has passed away. Lee Alcorn, 89, leaves behind a legacy of advocacy in Grand Prairie and the surrounding region. He became involved in civil rights work in the 1980s and went on to found the first NAACP chapter in Grand Prairie.
Alcorn's efforts had a significant impact on the community, including the removal of the Confederate flag from a local high school. He also led protests after a police shooting in the 1990s. Community leaders are remembering his dedication to racial justice.
Further details about Alcorn's life and legacy are available from local news sources, including NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Category: local Published: July 30, 2026 Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories Reading time: 1 min
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