Author: Ms. Jheri Worldwide

By: Ms. Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer The North Carolina State Archives' audio-visual collection presented highlights from Raleigh's Black history on March 6th. Roots to Resilience: Remembering Black Raleigh was a powerful presentation featuring historical footage, photographs, and audio recordings that showcased the significant contributions and experiences of Black residents in Raleigh over time. With trivia, impactful images, and fascinating facts, this presentation was very eye-opening and encouraging. Knowing our past

Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer In a world where the American education landscape is on shaky ground, in the face of potential drastic changes to traditional educational structures, a powerful alternative is emerging: the micro-school. These small, personalized learning environments are not just a trend; they represent a fundamental shift in how we approach education, empowering communities and families to take control of their children's futures. As a life educator,

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer Let her bake cake! The internet's relentless barrage of criticism against Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and her new Netflix series, "With Love, Meghan," is a stark reminder of the deeply ingrained biases that continue to plague our society. It's not simply about a cooking show; it's about the audacity of a Black woman claiming her space, unapologetically. The vitriol directed at Meghan is not

  By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer Henderson Atwater, a 48-year-old resident of Holly Springs, remains incarcerated following his 2020 conviction on multiple weapon charges for firing a pellet gun at several buildings. Sentenced to 49-75 years in prison, Atwater's case has drawn the support of the NAACP Raleigh-Apex branch. Convicted of seven felonies, including discharging a weapon into occupied vehicles and assault, and several misdemeanors, he was found guilty

By Ms Jheri Worldwide | Staff Writer On Sunday, February 23rd, at the Friday Conference Center at UNC Chapel Hill, Dr. Sonny Kelly delivered a tour-de-force performance of "The Talk," a one-man show that transcends mere storytelling and becomes a visceral experience. Set against the stark backdrop of the tragic deaths of Trayvon Martin and Freddie Gray, Kelly's work delves into the deeply personal and universally resonant "talk" between an

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