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The monument in the Highlands was the center of controversy for years because its critics argue that Castleman is closely associated with the Confederacy and white supremacy.
The monument in the Highlands was the center of controversy for years because its critics argue that Castleman is closely associated with the Confederacy and white supremacy.
The city’s vote came at the request of Sherman Neal, an assistant football coach at Murray State University. Neal, who is Black, asked in May for the statue’s removal.
The Castleman Monument has been the center of controversy because its critics argue that Castleman is closely associated with the Confederacy, slavery and segregation.
The Historic Properties Advisory Commission agreed to accept written comments until July 29 and then meet again on August 5.