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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Doris Crenshaw was 12 years old on Dec. 5, 1955, when she and her sister eagerly rushed door to door in their neighborhood, distributing flyers prepared by activists planning a boycott of city buses in Montgomery, Alabama. "Don't ride the bus to work, to town, to school or any place on Monday," the flyers read, urging people to attend a mass meeting that evening. There was

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Woodsdale Township, NC - Person County is set to become the newest home for a Microsoft data center, a development expected to significantly boost the local economy. According to county property records and local press, Microsoft recently paid $26.85 million for a site spanning over 1,300 acres in Woodsdale Township. "Microsoft's presence in Person County will boost our local economy through direct and indirect means,

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Durham, NC - The Durham Chapter of the NAACP recently hosted their 49th Annual Freedom Fund banquet at the Durham Hilton near Duke. Attendees were dressed in their Sunday best attire. The event began with an awe-inspsiring and moving crowd rendition of "Lift Every Voice and Sing." While this song is a staple at many NAACP gatherings, it seemed to resonate with particular power this

Lillington, NC - Jheri Hardaway officially filed her Notice of Candidacy today with the North Carolina State Board of Elections, formally announcing her bid for the North Carolina State Senate, District 12. Hardaway, a dedicated journalist for The Carolinian News and a community event organizer, is challenging three-term Republican incumbent Jim Burgin. Writer, educator, and current Third Vice Chair of the Harnett County Democratic Party, Hardaway is running on a

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Raleigh, NC - The future of healthcare in the Triangle region was the central topic at the Healthcare Summit 2025, presented by the Greater Raleigh Chamber and a coalition of leading healthcare and business organizations. The event, which took place at the Marbles Kids Museum, brought together experts to discuss how "innovation, development, and leadership are coming together to shape a healthier Triangle region." While

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Washington, DC - The Lumbee Tribal leadership recently traveled to Washington, DC, to lobby for full federal recognition through the Lumbee Fairness Act. Introduced by outgoing Senator Thom Tillis in January of 2025, the Lumbee Fairness Act seeks to make the Tribe and its members eligible for all services and benefits provided by the Federal Government to federally recognized Indian tribes, like education and healthcare.

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Raleigh, NC - The 2nd Biennial S.A.G.E. Gala showcased for the greater Raleigh area the greatness in our young girls. The stunning gowns, impactful speakers, and delicious food made for an inspiring atmosphere in NC State's McKimmon Center. S.A.G.E., a non-profit organization, focuses on mentoring adolescent girls who are in underserved communities by providing resources and programs that give social awareness on issues such as

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer The best ideas and inspiration are hidden in books; there are a plethora of reasons to read. Perhaps you're seeking information, or entertainment, maybe you're looking for a specific answer to a question, and you don't even need to read the whole book. No matter how you slice it, opening a book is always beneficial. As an educator, I've observed many students and friends say

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Dunn, NC - The Omega Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, recently hosted its highly anticipated 2nd Annual Black Business Expo at Dunn Elementary School, solidifying its commitment to economic empowerment within the local community. This year's event was a vibrant marketplace teeming with diversity, showcasing a broad spectrum of goods and services provided by Black-owned businesses. The expo served as a

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer NC General Assembly - Durham Senator Natalie Murdock held a hearing regarding Medicaid on November 17th. The political standoff over fully funding North Carolina's Medicaid system is pushing healthcare providers to a devastating breaking point, threatening to dismantle critical services for the state's most vulnerable citizens. This stark reality was presented during a recent emergency hearing hosted by Senator Natalie Murdock, where clinic owners and