Celebrating The Career Lattice Program

GREENSBORO, NC -  Abbotswood at Irving Park - a Kisco Senior Living community, is proud to celebrate the recent graduates of its Career Lattice Program, a dynamic framework designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of its associates. This milestone is not just a testament to the hard work and dedication of the participants but also a reflection of Abbotswood's commitment to fostering growth and development among its associates. To

Key takeaways from a debate that featured tense clashes

WASHINGTON (AP) - Donald Trump and Kamala Harris faced each other on the debate stage for the first - and possibly the last - time. The Democratic vice president opened Tuesday night's faceoff with a power move, marching across the stage to Trump's lectern to shake his hand. "Kamala Harris," she said, introducing herself as the pair met for the first time ever. "Let's have a good debate." "Nice to see you. Have fun," the former

Acclaimed Actor And Voice Of Darth Vader, Dies At 93

NEW YORK (AP) - James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen - eventually lending his deep, commanding voice to CNN, "The Lion King" and Darth Vader - has died. He was 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Monday morning at home in New York's Hudson Valley region. The cause was not immediately clear. The pioneering

Got An Unaffordable Or Incorrect Medical Bill? Here Are Tips.

(The Conversation) What do you do when you disagree with or can't afford a medical bill? Many Americans struggle to pay medical bills, avoid care because of cost worries or forgo other needs due to health care cost burdens. It can be hard to understand what you're being charged for on a medical bill. I'm a health policy and economics researcher who studies insurance and out-of-pocket health care expenses, and

Tyreek Hill’s traffic stop rekindles debate on Black drivers’ experiences

MIAMI (AP) - After his traffic stop in Miami on Sunday, Tyreek Hill talked about "the talk" - instructions passed down in Black families for generations about what to do when pulled over by police. Keep your hands in sight, preferably on the steering wheel. Avoid any sudden movements. Don't talk back to the officer. And above all, follow instructions without error or delay. Heeding that advice in the heat

Acclaimed Actor, Voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93

NEW YORK (AP) — James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen — eventually lending his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader — has died. He was 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Monday morning at home in New York’s Hudson Valley region. The cause was not immediately clear. The pioneering Jones, who in

NC Economy Suffers From Lack Of Labor Policies, Report Shows

NC NEWSLINE - North Carolina's economy is missing out on billions of dollars in economic activity each year due to inaction from lawmakers, according to a North Carolina Justice Center report released Thursday. Entitled "The Cost of Inaction - 2024 State of Working North Carolina," the report attributes the losses to the failure of state lawmakers' to ensure or provide for adequate wages, paid leave, childcare and elder care funding,

Building NC’s Community Health Workforce One Haircut At A Time

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1200"] A community event at a barbershop organized by Shackle Free Community Outreach Agency Credit: Shackle Free Community Outreach Agency[/caption]   By: Vibhav Nandagiri NC Health News In an ongoing effort to get essential health information to people in nontraditional settings, one organization in eastern North Carolina is using an approach that empowers their community's trusted voices. Shackle Free Community Outreach Agency helps train barbers and beauticians

Wake County Offers Nearly $1.4M For Low-Income Home Repairs

Application period now open for home repair forgivable loans Qualifying homeowners in Wake County can get up to $90,000 to address urgent repairs that threaten the safety and stability of their homes. The Major Repair Program is a pilot available to low-income homeowners, regardless of age, on a first-come, first-served basis. At least 15 homeowners will be able to benefit from $1.35 million allocated by the Wake County Board of

University Of Alabama Anti-DEI Law Shuts Black Student Union Office

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - There was one major deciding factor in Cierra Gilliam's decision about where to go to college. When she toured the University of Alabama's flagship campus in Tuscaloosa, her guide took her to the Black Student Union office on the first floor of the student center. Gilliam said there were Black students there offering resources for trips to and from the airport, as well as hair salons