Author: Jordan Meadows

By: JORDAN MEADOWS, STAFF WRITER Approximately 1 in every 1,250 individuals in North Carolina are homeless, ranking the state 18th worst in the nation and the 5th worst among southern states in total numbers. The COVID-19 pandemic initially led to a decline in homelessness nationwide, thanks to increased funding for initiatives like rental assistance, housing vouchers and additional counseling. However, funding provided by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

By: JORDAN MEADOWS, STAFF WRITER In the heart of Conetoe, North Carolina, where access to fresh, nutritious food is challenging, Reverend Richard Joyner embarked on a transformative journey in 2007. Facing the reality of being situated in one of the country's "food deserts," with the nearest grocery store 10 miles away, Joyner envisioned a holistic solution that would address the immediate need for sustenance and nurture the growth of the