Oberlin Village Honors Civil Rights Champion With A  Historic Marker

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer Oberlin Village, a cherished community in the heart of Raleigh, recently celebrated a significant moment in its history with the unveiling of a North Carolina Civil Rights Trail marker. The dedication ceremony honored Willis "Bill" Graves, Jr. (1890-1966), a prominent civil rights attorney whose work to dismantle racial housing discrimination reverberated across the nation. The event, held at 814 Oberlin Road, the site of

Citizen Spotlight:  Christopher Murphy Is An Artist That Makes Art From Tech Trash And Gives It Purpose

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer From engineer to eco-artist, Christopher Murphy is on a mission to transform techology trash to art. We met at the 24th Annual AFrican American Cultural Celebration. I was intrigued by an unusual artistic sculpture and had to ask a few questions. Chris explained, from circuit boards to discarded cell phones, as an artist he sees potential where others see trash. His intricate sculptures, crafted

The Currency of Attention: Are You Spending Yours Wisely, Or Recklessly

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer We are all familiar with the concept of time management, meticulously planning our days, weeks, and years, setting goals, and striving to achieve them. But in our hyper-connected world, there's another crucial resource we need to manage: our attention. Just as we carefully budget our finances, we must also budget our attention, recognizing that it, too, is a valuable currency. My question is: what

Citizen Spotlight: Reggie Edwards & The Encouraging Place 

By: Ms. Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer In the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, a beacon of hope shines brightly, offering support and fostering understanding. That beacon is "The Encouraging Place," an organization dedicated to empowering women, uplifting families, and bridging racial divides. Recently, The Carolinian connected with Regelyn "Reggie" Edwards, the driving force behind this unique initiative, to learn more about its inspiring mission and impact. "The Encouraging Place" is

A Celebration of Heritage: Inspiration and Education at the 24th Annual African American Cultural Celebration

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer The North Carolina Museum of History's Annual African American Cultural Celebration (AACC) once again proved to be a vibrant and enriching experience, drawing crowds to its 24th iteration. Serving as the statewide kickoff to Black History Month, this year's event, held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, offered a powerful testament to the enduring contributions of African Americans to North Carolina's history and culture. While

African American Theater Hightlight Shows To Come

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer  The vibrant arts scene in North Carolina's Triangle region was fully displayed at the recent Triangle African American Theater Preview 2025 event at the Raleigh Little Theatre. This showcase previewed an exciting lineup of upcoming productions. From beloved classics like The Color Purple, Jitney by August Wilson, and even a Caribbean-infused reimagining of The Little Mermaid, our area theaters offer a wealth of opportunities

Coach Cleveland “Chick” Harris: A NC Football Giant

  By: Ms. Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer Cleveland "Chick" Harris, a name that would later echo through the annals of American football, began his life in the heart of Durham, North Carolina, in 1945. Born to teenage parents, Chick's early years were deeply rooted in the close-knit community near downtown Durham. He resided with his mother and aunt, a homeowner, which was a notable achievement for Black women at the

Raleigh of Yesterday, Today, & Tomorrow

By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer The year was 1788, a new capital city was born in North Carolina: Raleigh. Uniquely, its location was selected with military strategy in mind - far from the vulnerable coast line. Raleigh blossomed in its early years, with the population soaring from under a thousand to over 2,600 between 1810 and 1820. The Civil War, largely spared the city from property destruction. Following the

The Raleigh Chamber “Economic Forecast: Launch 2025”

By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Raleigh's business community gathered at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts for "Economic Forecast: Launch 2025," presented by Wells Fargo. the highly anticipated event drew a crowd eager for insights into the economic outlook for the coming year. Business leaders seeking a competitive edge in 2025 found what they were looking for: "Launch 2025" provided a comprehensive

The Raleigh Chamber “Economic Forecast: Launch 2025”

By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Raleigh's business community gathered at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts for "Economic Forecast: Launch 2025," presented by Wells Fargo. the highly anticipated event drew a crowd eager for insights into the economic outlook for the coming year. Business leaders seeking a competitive edge in 2025 found what they were looking for: "Launch 2025" provided a comprehensive