Author: Jordan Meadows

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer The North Carolina Museum of History, a cherished institution affiliated with the Smithsonian, is set to undergo a transformative renovation that will redefine how visitors engage with the state's history. The extensive project is expected to take two to three years and will include significant upgrades to the museum's exhibits and facilities. Established in 1902 as the Hall of History, the museum began its phased

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer On Monday, a coalition of human and civil rights organizations held a press conference where they called on North Carolina prison officials to release nearly 2,000 incarcerated individuals following what they describe as "dangerous overcrowding" in state prisons, worsened by the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The coalition's letter, sent to the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC), highlights severe conditions in multiple prisons

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer Mary Lumpkin, a woman who, despite enduring unimaginable suffering and trauma as an enslaved person, became an unlikely architect of an enduring legacy of education and empowerment for generations of Black students. Lumpkin's story is tied to a site once infamous as "The Devil's Half Acre" - a brutal slave jail in Richmond, Virginia, run by Robert Lumpkin, a notorious slave trader. In the mid-1800s,

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer Michael Jackson's legacy is not just defined by his groundbreaking music, electrifying performances, and record-breaking albums, but also by his shrewd business understanding, particularly in music publishing. The story of how Jackson took control of some of the most iconic songs ever written is one of vision and rivalry. Jackson's and Paul McCartney's professional relationship began in the early 1980s with their hit collaborations, "The

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer The results of North Carolina's 2024 legislative elections have created a major shift in the state's political landscape, with Democrats breaking the Republican Party's fragile supermajority in the General Assembly. Unofficial results show Democrats have picked up a net gain of one seat in the state House, reducing the GOP's majority from 72-48 to 71-49. This shift means Republicans will no longer have the ability

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer A celebration took place in Durham as Ms. Catharine Ferrell marked her 112th birthday, making her one of the few super-centenarians in the world. The Durham County Sheriff's Office organized a special event on Sunday to honor this extraordinary milestone at the historic J.A. Whitted School, now a Senior Living Housing Center. Ms. Ferrell, the guest of honor, has an inspiring family history. Her grandmother

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer As early voting progresses in North Carolina, the state has reported 1 million ballots cast as of Monday morning, representing approximately 13 percent of all registered voters in the state. This year's turnout includes 916,433 in-person early votes, 77,831 absentee domestic votes, 11,168 absentee overseas votes, and 2,691 absentee military votes. Compared to previous elections, early voting has seen notable shifts in demographics and party

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming customer service in unprecedented ways, particularly within fast food and other service-oriented industries. As customer expectations soar, businesses increasingly turn to automation and predictive analytics to enhance the customer experience. This shift addresses long-standing frustrations associated with traditional customer service models, often leaving customers feeling unheard and unvalued. Today's customers demand seamless, personalized, and efficient service. Yet,

Jordan Meadows Staff Writer As the 19th century progressed, internal conflicts within the Democratic-Republican party led to the formation of the Democratic Party under Andrew Jackson and the Whig Party among his opponents. The 1850s saw new parties like the Free-Soil Party arise amid sectional tensions over slavery, with the Republican Party emerging from discontented Whigs and anti-slavery factions, achieving its first presidential victory in 1860. After the Civil War,

Jordan Meadows Staff Writer The landscape of substance use among high school students in the United States has shifted dramatically over the decades. From alcohol and cigarettes to marijuana and prescription medications, the trends have evolved in response to cultural, social, and legislative changes. The 1970s marked a period of high substance use among adolescents. Data from 1975 indicated that nearly 50% of high school seniors reported alcohol use in