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By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer The fatal stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee on Charlotte's light-rail system last summer continues to reverberate through North Carolina politics. The killing of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska in August, followed by a non-fatal stabbing on the same transit line in December, has become a focal point for Republican criticism of Democratic leadership in Charlotte and statewide, particularly around criminal justice and mental health policy. On Monday,

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Raleigh, NC - The North Carolina Retirement Systems (NCRS) has released 397,584 electronic 1099R and W2 tax documents for retirees and benefit recipients well ahead of the statutory Jan. 31 deadline. The early availability is due to enhanced efficiencies within the Retirement Systems Division, which enabled NCRS to load nearly 400,000 documents shortly after the holiday weekend. "A top priority for our department is making

  By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Fayetteville, NC - As reported by CNN in December, the US Army officially stood up a new command on Friday to oversee the Army's activities in the Western Hemisphere in the latest signal of increasing focus on homeland defense. The new command, called Army Western Hemisphere Command, will combine US Army Forces Command, US Army North, and US Army South into one organization, based

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Reverend John A. McKoy is working to strengthen the bridge between history and the next generation. In a room filled with the energy of both the elders who paved the way and the youth who carry the future, one voice stood out at the Dunn, NC, Martin Luther King Jr birthday celebration, a voice that echoes with 78 years of wisdom, 62 years of activism,

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Dunn, NC - In a room where history and hope sat side-by-side, Dr. Benjamin Chavis didn't just give a speech; he delivered a roadmap for the modern movement. Standing before a crowd in Dunn, NC the man who once wore the "black on black" uniform of 1960s militancy spoke with the seasoned grace of a minister, a scientist, and a survivor of one of North

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Water, light, food, and air are the major keys, according to Denslo "Dee" Page. A breath of fresh air, and an avid gardener, Dee began gardening in 1978, mostly inside. She has plants nearing the ceiling that she has nursed for years. A vegetarian and health enthuistist Dee decided to begin growing food. Beginning in pots, she noticed her plants growing and thriving, so she

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Raleigh, NC - A peaceful Saturday morning in downtown Raleigh at the City of Raleigh Museum was the perfect venue for a powerful Emancipation Day celebration. In addition to the usual historical reverence, the atmosphere was charged with a reimagining of the American narrative. Guest speaker Antwain K. Hunter, UNC Chapel Hill Assistant Professor in the Department of History, delivered a prolific and challenging lecture

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer NC General Assembly - On the morning of January 5th at 11AM, area clergy and faith leaders united outside of the North Carolina General Assembly to build a more equitable state for all. The cold air outside the North Carolina General Assembly was no opponent for the passionate speakers charged with a "deep moral conscience." Under the leadership of Reverend Dr. Floyd Wicker Jr., The

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Raleigh, NC - The Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts was abuzz this morning as business leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers gathered for the Economic Forecast 2026, presented by Wells Fargo. The event offered a timely and comprehensive look at the national and regional economic outlook as the new year begins. Attendees started the day with a valuable hour of networking and breakfast, followed by

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer In the world of entrepreneurship, the "third time" is often cited as a charm, but for Victoria Scott-Miller, the founder of Liberation Station, this third iteration feels less like luck and more like a spiritual homecoming. From the humble beginnings of selling books out of a car trunk to navigating the complexities of physical storefronts that didn't quite fit the vision, Scott-Miller has arrived at