Author: Ms. Jheri Worldwide

By: Ms. Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer On February 20th, The Washington Post reported the Internal Revenue Service "Starts mass layoffs, with 7,000 expected to lose their jobs," among all the announced layoffs of the Trump administration and the DOGE team this struck me the most. After all, the IRS has long since been a source of frustration and fear for many, especially in the Black community and amongst many conservative

By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer J.A. Rogers' World's Greatest Men of Color Volume I resonated deeply with me especially in our current political climate of roll backs and "Black jobs." Its chronological and location-based structure made it easy to follow and visualize exceptional Black leaders. This text, offering a monumental historical perspective, is incredibly relevant in today's climate where the contributions of Black and Indigenous people are often overlooked

By Ms. Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer If you know Desi L. Campbell, you know him as a historian and educator deeply committed to using the past to illuminate the present. He doesn't just utilize these skills for his own family; he empowers others to do the same. Campbell recently hosted the first FamFest of 2025 at the Harnett County Commons in Lillington, NC, on February 9th, bringing the rich history

By Ms. Jheri Worldwide | Staff Writer A one-man play is a massive undertaking. Add to that an impactful player from every major American conflict since the American Revolution. Sonny Kelly of Legacy Heirs Productions with the support of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resouces' America 250 NC initiative was able to execute this artistic expression flawlessly. The presentation is based on historical research yet is empowered

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

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

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

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Kendrick Lamar, photo by Christopher Polk/Penske Media via Getty Images)[/caption] By: Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer `Over 133.5 million viewers tuned in to the Super Bowl Halftime Show this year, witnessing a stirring performance by Pulitzer Prize and Grammy Award-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar. Hailing from Compton, California, Lamar proved to be the perfect artist for this moment in American history. His performance, a powerful blend of

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

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer The Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) has taken a significant step towards fostering greater community engagement and ensuring educational excellence with the launch of its Superintendent's Advisory and Advocacy Alliance, affectionately known as the "Triple-A Team." This initiative marks a commitment to collaborative leadership and promises to be a powerful force for positive change within the district of 199 schools and more than