More than 100 people attended a Black History Month observation at Cornelius Town Hall Saturday afternoon. The annual event, which looked at the history of Smithville from the perspective of the Stinson, Grier and Nelson families, included memorabilia, performances and oral histories. Founded in 1910, Smithville is one of the oldest communities in Cornelius, with roots dating back to the 1880s. The Smithville Community Coalition, which is made up of residents, non-profits and faith-based communities, organized the event along with the Cornelius PARC Department. Pictured are Debbie Harris and her mother Florida McCauley. They’re members of the Stinson family.