RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Some local alumni of the historic Ligon High School who lived through segregation are making their voices heard to make sure their beloved school, now Ligon Magnet Middle School, isn't torn down as it faces renovations.

The Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) announced details on the proposed $141 million renovations to the nearly 75-year-old school.

Even all these years later, Carol Gartrell lights up remembering her time at Ligon.

More than just fond memories, it was Raleigh history. Originally Raleigh's Black high school during segregation, Ligon was converted to a junior high in the 19070s to integrate Raleigh's city schools.

"I was student body president my senior year, and I don't know who didn't go to Ligon. It was the only school Blacks could atten

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