Episode 5: Independence Starts Local: Civic Leadership Through Historical Advocacy with Nathan Stalvey

In this special Independence Day episode, Sierra sits down with Nathan Stalvey, Executive Director of the Clarke County Historical Association, to explore how preserving the past shapes the leaders our communities need today.From advocacy work at the state level to rebuilding trust through transparency, Nathan shares stories that prove leadership doesn’t require a podium—it can begin in archives, old buildings, and everyday decisions to protect what matters.Together, they dive into what it means to lead with patience, responsibility, and collaboration—and how historical preservation becomes a training ground for civic impact. Whether you’re deeply rooted in your town or just starting to explore your role in community leadership, this episode reminds us: Independence isn’t just celebrated—it’s preserved, protected, and passed on.Links:  clarkehistory.org https://www.facebook.com/BurwellMorganMill https://www.facebook.com/ClarkeHistory/ https://www.instagram.com/clarke_history/