Author: Dominique Heath

Dominique Heath is a columnist for The Carolinian specializing in coverage of community events, the arts, and local business. Her work highlights the entrepreneurs, artists, and community leaders who contribute to the cultural and economic vitality of the Triangle as well as advocacy. Through engaging commentary and on-the-ground reporting, Heath’s columns spotlight emerging creatives, small businesses, and the events that bring communities together across North Carolina.

MudGirl Run 2026 Brings Thousands Together in Raleigh for Strength, Support, and Survivorship

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By Dominique Heath Columnist Thousands gathered in Raleigh for MudGirl Run 2026, an obstacle mud run that has grown from a grassroots empowerment event into an international movement centered on resilience, community, and support. Founded with the mission of creating an inclusive event focused less on competition and more on personal strength, MudGirl has expanded across multiple cities and countries, drawing participants from all walks of life. What began as
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NCACC Student Film Festival Celebrates Student Storytelling and Creative Voices Across North Carolina Counties

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By Dominique Heath Columnist The North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) brought student filmmakers, educators, local leaders and community members together at The Cary Theater for the Second Annual NCACC 100 Strong Productions Student Film Festival, a statewide event centered around storytelling, local history and community impact through film. Hosted by NCACC's documentary division, 100 Strong Productions, the festival gave students from counties across North Carolina an opportunity to
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What Sexual Assault Awareness Month Really Demands of Us

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By Dominique Heath Guest Columnist Each April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month returns with a familiar call to attention. Teal ribbons appear, statistics are shared, and conversations begin to surface again. But awareness, in practice, is often misunderstood. According to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network, an American is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds. Nationally, 1 in 5 women and 1 in 6 men experience sexual violence in their lifetime.
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