This boulevard was named in honor of Dr. Leonard Jerry Hicks by the City of Florence in 1981. Dr. Hicks was a prominent Black leader of the community and was recognized for his skills as a physician across the State of Alabama. He was born September 20, 1899, at Plant City, Florida, and died September 27, 1973, at Florence. Dr. Hicks' medical office was located near this site.

Marker is at the intersection of E Dr Hicks Blvd and S. Wood Ave. on E Dr Hicks Blvd.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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