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  • 3 Oct 2025 9:54 AM | Anonymous

    Leon PantoyaLeon Pantoya

    After a tenacious three-year investigation that employed modern forensic science, the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) in Colorado has announced an arrest in connection with the 2022 homicide of Steven Robinson, a man whose remains were discovered in a shallow grave.

    On Thursday, September 26, 2025—exactly three years and a day after the initial discovery—PCSO detectives and the U.S. Marshals Task Force arrested Leon Pantoya, a 43-year-old Pueblo man, on a warrant for first-degree murder. Pantoya was also charged with identity theft and theft, and has been booked into the Pueblo County Jail.

    The complex case, led by Detective Vanessa Simpson, began on September 25, 2022, when a property owner in the 3500 block of 36th Lane reported finding possible human remains in a field. Forensic analysis confirmed the remains were human, and an autopsy later determined the victim had died from blunt force and sharp force trauma, ruling the manner of death a homicide.

    Genetic Genealogy Key to Identification

    For over a year, the victim remained unidentified, despite being entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System database and having a forensic artist’s reconstruction image publicly shared.

    The major breakthrough came after the victim’s DNA was submitted to a genetic genealogy database with assistance from the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI). In late 2024, a match with a relative led to the positive identification of the victim as 39-year-old Steven Robinson, originally from South Carolina, who had moved to Pueblo in 2017.

    Financial Fraud Uncovered

    Investigators soon discovered that Robinson had been living with Pantoya at the time of his death in early January 2022. Detectives learned Pantoya had informed Robinson’s friends and landlord that Robinson had died of pneumonia on January 22, 2022. Further investigation determined Robinson’s remains were buried on property owned by one of Pantoya’s relatives.

    Crucially, the investigation also revealed that Pantoya had withdrawn more than $75,000 from Robinson’s bank account. This financial theft continued for over a year after Robinson’s death, as the victim’s military disability payments continued to be deposited into the account.

    Sheriff David J. Lucero publicly praised the lead investigator, Detective Simpson. “Detective Simpson has been dedicated and committed to solving this case for years… She worked tirelessly not only to identify the victim but also to investigate the homicide and identify a suspect,” Sheriff Lucero said. “Bringing closure to this case is a testament to modern science and solid investigative police work.”

    The Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with further information related to this case to contact Detective Simpson at (719) 583-6436.


  • 3 Oct 2025 9:50 AM | Anonymous

    It’s been 23 years, but Toronto police are still asking for help identifying a man who was found dead in a park.

    The man was found May 22, 2003 in Humberwoods Park. An autopsy revealed his death was not suspicious, but police still don’t know who he is.

    He is described as 50 to 60-years-old at the time of his death and therefore, was likely born in the 1940s or 50s.

    Investigative Genetic Genealogy has shown the man was from Grenada, likely from the Birch Grove area in the parish of St. Andrew.

    For more information, including his picture, click here.

    Anyone with information can call police at 416-808-7411 or Crime Stoppers at 416-222-8477 (TIPS).


  • 3 Oct 2025 9:48 AM | Anonymous

    Homicide detectives in Nassau County shared new information about a decades-old cold case.

    Susan Mann was 15 years old when she was last seen in Queens back in May 1980.

    Two years later, her decomposing body was found in a dumpster in Freeport.

    Detectives believe Mann was buried and moved from a location where she was buried sometime in 1980 and brought to the dumpster where she was found in 1982.

    After her body was found, she was buried as a 'Jane Doe,' but police say her body was recently identified with 'investigative genealogy.'

    Detectives say Mann was last seen wearing a striped top, blue jeans and sandals, and riding a bike that was never recovered.

    Detectives want to hear from anyone who may have seen her in the Freeport area between 1980 and 1982 or who would have information that would lead to a suspect.

    "We're looking for anybody that would have known her, would have been in the Freeport area during that time in '80 to '82 or anybody that thinks they have some kind of information that would lead to a suspect or an investigative lead to an arrest," Commanding officer of the Nassau County homicide squad, Stephen Fitzpatrick, said.


  • 2 Oct 2025 11:12 AM | Anonymous

    Two California sisters have been found alive and well. Jasmin and Elizabeth Ramos were located 36 years after they vanished as infants. They were discovered living under new names in their home state.

    DNA breakthrough

    The breakthrough came from advanced DNA testing. This finally closed a decades-old missing persons case that began with the murder of their mother.

    From Desert Tragedy to a New Life

    The case dates back to 1989. The sisters’ mother, Marina Ramos, was found murdered in an Arizona desert. She was unidentified for over 30 years.

    Authorities confirmed her identity in 2022 using fingerprint technology. This discovery triggered the search for her two missing daughters. According to the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office, the girls were just one month and 14 months old at the time.

    A Loving Home and a Cold Case

    Investigators revealed the sisters were abandoned in a public bathroom in Oxnard, California. This happened just two days after their mother’s body was discovered. A passerby heard crying and found the babies on a wet floor.

    Police were called. The girls were placed into foster care and later adopted. They were raised together in what officials described as a loving home.

    The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office stated the foster parents were unaware of the children’s status as missing persons. The sisters were located on August 27, 2025, after a DNA match.

    The discovery of Jasmin and Elizabeth Ramos brings a bittersweet conclusion to a heartbreaking chapter, yet the search for their mother’s killer continues as a top priority for investigators.


  • 2 Oct 2025 11:07 AM | Anonymous

    A local study of the economic impact of Historic Preservation and Heritage Tourism was released today during a public presentation at the Embassy Theatre, 125 W. Jefferson Blvd.

    The report, “Preservation is About the Future: The Economic Impact of Historic Preservation and Heritage Tourism in Fort Wayne,” was presented by Donovan Rypkema of PlaceEconomics, an internationally recognized firm that provides analysis of the economic impacts of historic preservation. The event was part of the Indiana State Historic Preservation Conference, “Preserving Historic Places,” taking place September 30 - October 3 in Fort Wayne.

    Key findings of the study include:

    • Since 2001, investments in local historic tax credit rehabilitation projects reached $340 million and supported 258 jobs annually.
    • In 2024, heritage visitors spent more than $313 million in Fort Wayne, supporting approximately 3,000 year-round jobs.
    • In 2024, the average home value in local historic districts was 13 percent higher than the rest of the city.
    • Housing in historic districts have a range of types and costs, making them accessible to households of all incomes. For example, 61 percent of households in local districts earn less than the city’s median income.
    • Even excluding the banner year of 2024 with the Electric Works project, over the last 15 years an average of 139 direct jobs and an additional 90 indirect and induced jobs were created by investment in Fort Wayne’s historic districts. If historic rehabilitation were a single business, it would be among the largest 50 industries in Fort Wayne.

    “Fort Wayne’s commitment to historic preservation has fostered job creation, tax revenue and investment while also supporting diverse, affordable housing options in walkable, high-density neighborhoods,” said Rypkema. “Fort Wayne’s heritage tourism destinations add to the quality of life for residents and boost the local economy.”

    The Historic Preservation and Heritage Tourism study was made possible by funding from the City of Fort Wayne, the Efroymson Family Fund, the Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center and Visit Fort Wayne.

    The full study can be found at https://engage.cityoffortwayne.org/economic-impacts-historic-preservation-heritage-tourism-study or visit https://Engage.CityofFortWayne.org and search for historic preservation study. A summary with key facts is attached, as is a photo of the cover of the report.


  • 2 Oct 2025 11:03 AM | Anonymous

    In November 2006, a woman was sexually assaulted by an unknown man in the Myrtle Beach area of South Carolina. The victim was working after-hours at a local business when a man she did not know attacked her in the parking lot and forced her inside a building. Once inside the building, the woman was sexually assaulted by the man. The Horry County Police Department responded, launching an investigation and the collection of evidence.

    DNA evidence was collected and an STR profile was developed for the unknown suspect. The STR profile was uploaded to CODIS, but no match was found to any known individual. However, the profile did match to multiple other unsolved crime scene profiles that had been previously submitted to CODIS, linking the suspect to several unrelated crimes, though their identity remained unknown.

    In December 2020, with no leads on the suspect’s identity, the Horry County Police Department submitted forensic evidence to Othram in The Woodlands, Texas. Othram scientists developed a DNA extract from the evidence and applied Forensic-Grade Genome Sequencing® to build a comprehensive DNA profile of the man. Using this profile, Othram’s in-house forensic genetic genealogy team conducted a genetic genealogy search and generated new investigative leads, which were returned to law enforcement.

    Using this new information, a follow-up investigation was conducted by the law enforcement agency, which led investigators to identify the suspect as 60-year-old Randy Barnhill of Conway, South Carolina. Barnhill was arrested and on September 30, 2025, he pleaded guilty to rape, kidnapping, and burglary. He was sentenced to 18 years in prison.

    The identification of Randy Barnhill marks the seventh publicly announced case in South Carolina solved with the help of technology developed by Othram. Although Barnhill’s DNA profile had been in CODIS for years, tied to multiple unsolved crimes, he could not be identified because his identity was not already in the database. This case illustrates why advanced DNA testing and forensic genetic genealogy are so critical: if a suspect’s identity is not in CODIS, traditional methods cannot provide answers. Barnhill was a serial predator who posed an ongoing threat, and solving this one case instantly helped resolve several other cases.

    Visit DNASolves to learn about other South Carolina cases where your support can help bring long-awaited answers to families.


  • 2 Oct 2025 10:52 AM | Anonymous

    Moxxy Forensic Investigations, in partnership with the McLean County Coroner's Office and the McLean County Sheriff’s Office, has positively identified a woman whose remains were discovered in rural McLean County in 1982. The individual, previously referred to as “McLean

    County Jane Doe,” has been confirmed through investigative genetic genealogical analysis to be 39-year-old Linda Cecilia Haddad. Linda’s remains were discovered on February 2, 1982, along US Route 136 between LeRoy and Bellflower.

    Despite dedicated investigative efforts at the time and over the decades since, her identity remained unknown for more than 40 years. Using advanced DNA technology and investigative genetic genealogy, investigators were finally able to identify the body of “McLean County Jane Doe.”

    On February 2, 1982, at approximately 1:50 PM a McLean County Sheriff's deputy heard a member of District 6 of the Illinois State Police dispatched a trooper to the area of Rt 136, 1.5 miles east of Rt. 150, for a reportedly deceased individual. Upon the deputy's arrival, he met with LeRoy Police, LeRoy Rescue and an ISP Crime Scene Technician, who was traveling on Rt 136, when the dispatch went out. At the scene there was an unidentified deceased female. Additional

    ISP and McLean County Coroner's and Sheriff's Office investigators arrived and ultimately "Jane Doe" was transported to the former Brokaw Hospital in Normal, IL, for a postmortem examination. Subsequent investigation would determine that no foul play was involved, and "Jane Doe", as she would become known, died as a result of suicide.

    She was initially described as being approximately 38-40 years old, 5'10" tall, with hazel eyes and black hair, and weighed approximately 150 pounds.

    Investigators located and interviewed numerous people regarding “Jane Doe.” Results of those interviews indicated multiple people gave her rides, or attempted to assist her in some manner, dropping her off when requested, at numerous locations between Clinton, Bloomington,

    Heyworth and Leroy, IL. Those who gave rides or tried to assist “Jane Doe” stated some of the things she talked about seemed unusual and her behavior seemed erratic. Some felt she was agitated.

    At approximately 1:35 P.M., a passerby located the body of “Jane Doe” off Rt. 136, approximately 1.5 miles east of Rt. 150 hanging near the base of the utility pole, her feet on the ground and knees bent. The passerby stopped a IDOT snowplow after which the snowplow driver and passerby cut "Jane Doe" from the pole and called for assistance.

    Additional investigation by MCCO, MCSO and ISP investigators followed up on considerable leads and tips from the public. A locksmith in New York was identified from a key on her keychain, but the lead ended there. Throughout the remainder of 1982, the investigation continued, including the involvement of a forensic anthropologist from the University of Oklahoma, along with additional media releases. Unfortunately, no new leads or information as to whom "Jane Doe" was developed. She was buried on December 7, 1982, in a rural Bloomington cemetery. The investigation slowly wound down, due to a lack of additional information.

    In 2016, the McLean County Coroner's Office was contacted by an individual who was researching the case and presented some information they had developed. The case was reopened and this information was investigated by MCSO detectives, but did not lead to the identification of "Jane Doe". Her DNA was uploaded to the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS), and an entry for the McLean County "Jane Doe" was submitted to NamUs. No hits or leads were developed from either upload, and the investigation was suspended due to a lack of new information.

    In January of 2021, the Coroner's Office received a communication from another individual who was researching the case. Based on the strength of the information for a possible candidate, the case was reopened and investigated by MCSO detectives. Ultimately, it was determined through comparison of DNA samples that "Jane Doe" was not the missing person from the tip. A review of the 1982 reports compiled by the involved law enforcement agencies was undertaken, and a timeline was developed to gain a better understanding of her movements prior to her death. In March of 2021, investigation of the case was suspended due to a lack of new information.

    In August of 2023, MCSO Criminal Investigation Department was contacted by an investigative genetic genealogist with Moxxy Forensic Investigations regarding this case. After several conversations with Moxxy and MCSO Command Staff, a meeting was held, and it was decided to reopen this investigation and pursue it further.

    Through their work in investigative genetic genealogy, Moxxy Forensic Investigations has identified a number of previously unidentified deceased individuals and perpetrators of violent crimes, in addition to their advocacy for unreported missing person cases. A fundraising campaign was initiated by Moxxy Forensics and in November of 2024, the project goal was reached. In February 2025, Moxxy Forensic Investigations commenced genealogical analysis, and by late March, had developed a potential candidate for “Jane Doe”.  Living genetic relatives of “Jane Doe” were identified, and a sample from one was taken and directly compared to “Jane Doe’s” profile, with their close genetic relationship confirming the identity of “Jane Doe”.

    On August 1, 2025, following a final round of comparative testing, it was determined that “Jane Doe” was, in fact, Linda Cecilia Haddad, born August 27, 1942 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She would have been 39 years old at the time of her death.

    The breakthrough came as a result of a collaboration with Moxxy Forensic Investigations, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization specializing in investigative genetic genealogical analysis, the McLean County Coroner's Office and the McLean County Sheriff’s Office.

    By partnering with Atlanta, Georgia-based organization Genologue to sequence an existing DNA profile and Parabon NanoLabs of Reston, Virginia to conduct bioinformatics, a digital kit was developed and uploaded to the public DNA database GEDmatch. Seven of Moxxy’s

    investigative genetic genealogists conducted a month-long investigation before developing a viable lead that ultimately connected Linda’s DNA profile with relatives who were able to assist in confirming her identity.

    “Due to recent immigration in Linda’s ancestry from Lebanon, Ireland, and Québec, which are greatly underrepresented demographics in public DNA databases used for investigative genetic genealogical research, our team is very appreciative that some of her DNA matches were willing to assist us in sharing their family history, which helped lead us to Linda,” said Bryan Worters, assistant case lead. “This could have been a case that took years to resolve, but thanks to help from her extended family and unique ancestry, Linda was able to be identified much sooner.”

    “Linda’s case is a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when science, compassion, and determination come together,” said Kaycee Connelly, case lead and co-founder of Moxxy Forensic Investigations. “Despite the challenges posed by the underrepresentation of her paternal DNA, our team persevered and built a strong connection through her maternal line. We are truly honored to have helped bring her home.”

    Linda’s family has been notified and has provided the following statement:

    Linda grew up in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with her parents, older sister, and golden retriever Michael. Her father brought home fish and chips every Friday evening, which her family would often eat together on the banks of the Charles River near their home. Like her mother and sister, Linda had great style and dressed elegantly. She attended the same all-girls prep school as her older sister, where she made many close friends, some of whom are still in contact with her family today. The family spent summers at their cabin in Spencer, Massachusetts, where Linda enjoyed many hours playing with her sister, swimming in the lake, and appreciating the outdoors.

    Linda’s family and friends love her and have missed her greatly. We want to express our deepest gratitude to the dedicated individuals at Moxxy Forensic Investigations, McLean County Coroner’s Office and the McLean County Sheriff’s Department, who went to great lengths to identify and locate us. We also want to thank the people of Le Roy, Illinois, who helped and cared for Linda in her time of need. After 42 years of searching and wondering, we are relieved to finally have some answers.

    “I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to the skilled professionals at Moxxy Forensic Investigations and their partners,” said Sheriff Matt Lane. “Their expertise and dedication were instrumental in helping us bring resolution to this case and, most importantly, closure to the family and everyone impacted. I also want to recognize the outstanding investigators from both the Sheriff’s Office and the Coroner’s Office, past and present, who worked tirelessly to retrace Linda’s steps and ultimately uncover her identity. Their commitment to resolving this investigation and compassion for the victim will not be forgotten.”

    The McLean County Coroner's Office, McLean County Sheriff’s Office and Moxxy Forensic Investigations extend their deepest condolences to Linda Haddad’s loved ones and thank all who supported the efforts to raise funds to cover the costs to identify and restore her name.


  • 2 Oct 2025 10:48 AM | Anonymous

    The Genealogical Society of Stanislaus County will present its 2025 Fall Workshop on Saturday, Oct. 11 at Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto.

    The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and the registration fee is $40. There is an optional $15 luncheon, with a choice of a hero sandwich or chef salad.

    The workshop is an introduction to genealogy for anyone who wants to start a family tree and begin their research. There will also be presentations for anyone who would like a refresher or pick up more resources.

    Topics include Genealogy 101, information found on census records, how to organize your records, finding church records on FamilySearch, and several other topics. Check the Genealogical Society of Stanislaus County, GSSC, website for a registration form and a list of presentations. The website is stanislausgenealogy.org.


  • 2 Oct 2025 7:44 AM | Anonymous

    Nearly 100 faculty, staff, and community members gathered at the College of Southern Maryland’s Dr. Elaine Ryan Library in the Learning Resource Building on the La Plata Campus on September 17, 2025, to celebrate the reopening of the Southern Maryland Studies Center, a resource dedicated to preserving and sharing the region’s history.

    The day’s historical significance was echoed throughout the program. With the college opening its doors on September 17, 1958, the program not only celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the Southern Maryland Studies Center but also recognized the college’s 67 years of history.

    The Southern Maryland Studies Center is an archival repository and research center that seeks to collect, preserve, and provide access to materials that document the history and culture of Southern Maryland. Founded in 1976, the center includes materials about Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties, together with the southern portions of Anne Arundel and Prince George’s counties. It contains more than 200 collections of manuscripts, photographs, rare books, maps, and oral histories, as well as reference books and periodicals, subject files, and microfilmed county records, church records, and local newspapers from the 18th century to the present.

    CSM President Dr. Yolanda Wilson welcomed attendees, highlighting the community’s generosity and support of the center. Dr. Wilson noted that the renovation was made possible by a $500,000 legislative bond initiative introduced by the late Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr. and generous support from community leader Marianne Harms.

    “Today’s program dedicates the reopening of the Southern Maryland Studies Center at the College of Southern Maryland in its new location on the lower level of this LR Building,” Dr. Wilson said. “Senator Miller’s leadership, paired with Marianne’s generosity, provided the resources necessary to complete the renovation and ensure that Southern Maryland’s stories, records, and cultural treasures remain accessible for generations to come.”

    Dr. Wilson also recognized Sally Barley, a devoted champion of CSM and former trustee, whose passion for preserving Southern Maryland’s history shaped the center from its earliest days. “Sally served as the center’s very first archivist, laying the foundation for the treasured collections we preserve and share today. When she passed away in 2022, Sally ensured that her commitment to CSM and our community would continue by remembering the college in her estate. Her generosity through this legacy gift helped make today possible,” said Wilson.

    Melanie Miller, daughter of the late senator, attended the ribbon-cutting. Dr. Wilson thanked her for helping make the project possible, and recognized Dr. Stephanie McCaslin, dean of Learning Resources, for her leadership.

    Trustee Emeritus Wm. Daniel Mayer reflected on his journey with the college that began in 1959, when he enrolled in the second class of what was then called Charles County Junior College. After graduating in 1962, he went on to the University of Maryland and then the Army. Upon his return, he helped establish both the alumni association and the CSM Foundation. His service included 15 years as a trustee, as well as roles as a county commissioner and state delegate, where he advocated for the growth of the college. “This College from its very first day of classes in 1958 has been all about providing access for our local communities,” Mayer said.

    Delegate Edith Patterson, chair of the Southern Maryland Delegation, brought greetings on behalf of the delegation. Patterson previously served at the college as a counselor from 1974 to 1991 and as the Director of Educational Talent Search from 1991 to 2012. She recalled the old center as just a room in the corner of the library, but noted the commitment of Sally Barley, who worked to make sure history remained relevant in the region.

    Trustee Emeritus Dorothea Smith described the renovation as a dream come true, where research developed through collaborations of the African-American heritage Society, Charles County Retired School Personnel Association, Charles County Planning and Growth Management, Southern Maryland National Heritage, and Maryland historical trustees can be housed for public access. She noted that what was once “a cubbyhole overflowing with materials” has become a proper space with ventilation, climate controls, and staff support to help unearth the region’s heritage.

    Dr. Janice Talbert Walthour, former trustee and past president of the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), recalled working with former CSM president Dr. Brad Gottfried in 2008 to donate UCAC’s oral history collection. “We were thrilled to be able to provide greater public access to the oral histories and the associated documentation that our UCAC had compiled at that time,” she said. Alma Jordan, chair of the UCAC History and Research Committee, added: “As this archive reopens its reading room today, it will be a tremendous resource for students, educators, historians, and community members alike to hear these histories. Together we can honor our shared legacies and build a greater community.”

    Mark Wilkins, curator of maritime history at the Calvert Marine Museum, spoke about the importance of preserving history, citing the museum’s Bernie Fowler collection as an example. He shared that in 2014 the museum partnered with Maryland Sea Grant College and Watershed Productions to record oral histories with Senator Fowler. The collection, which also includes Fowler’s famous white shoe, is available to the public on the museum’s website. “Research is a treasure, it’s magical,” Wilkins said. “You never know where it’s going to lead you, and you really cannot find that treasure unless it’s well-organized like in a facility such as this.” The SMSC holds several of Fowler’s manuscripts and materials reflecting his environmental interests.

    The program concluded with CSM Library Director Mary Johnson introducing Mallory Haselberger, archivist for the SMSC. Haselberger, a 2016 CSM alumna, curated a collection detailing the center’s history from its origins in 1976 through today. Following the program, attendees gathered in the lower level of the Learning Resource Building for the official ribbon cutting and to visit the Reading Room.

    The ribbon-cutting signaled the reopening of the Southern Maryland Studies Center to patrons either through walk-in hours or by appointment. For more information, visit the SMSC website.


  • 2 Oct 2025 7:41 AM | Anonymous

    The Texas Historical Records Advisory Board (THRAB) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Archival Awards. THRAB has named former Vice-President for Digital Media Production at NBC5/KXAS Television Brian Hocker as the recipient of the Advocacy for Archives Award. The David B. Gracy II Award for Distinguished Archival Service has been awarded to John H. Slate of the Dallas Municipal Archives.

    The Advocacy for Archives Award acknowledges an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to ensure the preservation and availability of the historical record of Texas. Brian Hocker was instrumental in helping to preserve the extensive media collection of the first television news station in Texas (NBC/5/KXAS-formerly, WBAP-TV) and ensuring the historic footage would be made available to the public. Hocker identified the University of North Texas (UNT) as a partner in this endeavor and coordinated with the University Libraries’ Special Collections to archive and digitize decades worth of footage of events in the North Texas area. He went on to serve on the UNT Libraries Advocacy Board after retirement from NBC5 and engages with various community and business groups to promote the archive.

    THRAB has awarded John H. Slate the 2025 David B. Gracy II Award for Distinguished Archival Service. The award recognizes an individual or organization that has provided outstanding leadership, service and/or contributions to the archival profession in Texas. Slate began his professional career in archives in Austin and San Antonio and has served as archivist for the City of Dallas since 2000. In his current role, Slate has led by example and raised awareness about the relevance of municipal archives. The book he co-authored, Managing Local Government Archives, has become a key resource. Slate has contributed to the profession through service on committees and leadership in organizations at every level, including as a Fellow of the Society of American Archivists (SAA), the highest honor offered by that group. Slate has presented and written on archival subjects throughout the years and has generously mentored many others in the field.

    THRAB congratulates the 2025 archival award recipients and will present each of the awards during Texas Archives Month in October.

    About the Texas Historical Records Advisory Board (THRAB):
    THRAB serves as an advisory body for historical records planning and supports efforts to preserve and provide access to archival collections throughout the state. Funding for THRAB is provided by the National Historical Publications Records Commission (NHPRC), the grant-making arm of the National Archives and Records Administration. The state archivist is appointed by the governor to preside over the nine-member board.

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    The Texas State Library and Archives Commission provides Texans access to the information needed to be informed, productive citizens by preserving the archival record of Texas; enhancing the service capacity of public, academic and school libraries; assisting public agencies in the maintenance of their records; and meeting the reading needs of Texans with disabilities. For more information, visit www.tsl.texas.gov.


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