Author: Jheri Hardaway

Jheri Hardaway is a staff writer for The Carolinian whose reporting explores the intersection of activism, politics, and community life across North Carolina. Drawing on her own experience and history in political organizing and civic engagement, Hardaway focuses on political coverage that highlights grassroots movements, public policy, and the voices of communities often overlooked in traditional media. Through thoughtful storytelling and analysis, she brings attention to the people and issues shaping the region’s political and social landscape.

Upcoming STEAM Area Events In Raleigh

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By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writers This August, Artspace in downtown Raleigh will become a site of reflection and community storytelling with a new exhibition by artists Huiyin Zhou and Laura Dudu of the Chinese Artists and Organizers (CAO) Collective. The exhibition, titled "辫 (biān) / 彼岸 (bǐ àn)," will run from August 1 to September 29, 2025, offering a layered exploration of immigration, queer kinship, and familial history. Through
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Citizen Spotlight: Tyrone Hall On Finding A Way Home By Forging A Path Abroad

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By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer For some, the path in life is a straight line. For others, it is a winding, uncertain, and often challenging road. It is on that meandering path, however, that a journey of true self-discovery often unfolds. This is the story of  Tyrone Hall, a Clinton, North Carolina native whose journey began with a life-altering diagnosis and led him through cartography, medical illustration, and corporate
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NC Courage Ushers in New Era with Majority-Female Ownership

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[caption id="attachment_12807" align="alignnone" width="2500"] NC Courage's Aline Gomes (77) challenges Tigres Feminil's Alexis Delgado (8) during the first half of their exhibition game held at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, N.C. on July 9, 2025. The Courage and Tigres played to a 0-0 tie in a rain-shortened game. Photo by Steve Worthy.[/caption] By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer A new chapter has begun for the North Carolina Courage, one of
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The NAACP Convention In Charlotte Tackles ‘The Fierce Urgency of Now’

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By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer This week in Charlotte, NC with the powerful theme, "The Fierce Urgency of Now," the NAACP officially kicked off its 116th National Convention, transforming the city into a hub for civil rights leaders, activists, and community members from across the nation. For the first time in it's history the NAACP elected not to invite the president of the United States. The convention began with
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Southeast Raleigh’s Keysaun Eleazer Commits To Stanford

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By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer In the world of high school athletics, the term "student-athlete" is often used, but few embody it as completely as Keysaun Eleazer. A standout star on the football field and in the classroom at Southeast Raleigh High School, Eleazer recently announced his commitment to continue his academic and athletic career at the prestigious Stanford University in California. For the past four years, Eleazer has
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Talk’n with Toshiba Rice of the Wake County Board of Education 

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  By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer Seeking a connection with the Wake County Board of Education? Toshiba Rice is making herself available to the community via Zoom on Mondays at 12:15 PM. Parents, students, and community members can get questions answered about resources and concerns. In this week's meeting, attendees were informed about the US Department of Education cuts and how they will impact North Carolina. Rice reviewed the
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Congratulations To Arlean Brooks On An Epic Career With NC DHHS

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By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer The Carolinian proudly extends its heartfelt congratulations to Arlean Brooks, a beacon of unwavering dedication, as she marks an extraordinary milestone: 29 years of exemplary service to the great state of North Carolina and its vital Department of Health and Human Services. Arlean's career has been characterized not only by her professional excellence but also by her profound commitment to the communities she serves.
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Health, Wealth, Heritage, And Juiced!

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[caption id="attachment_12571" align="alignnone" width="1077"] Photos courtesy of Demetrius Hunter and Malaika Kashaka.[/caption] By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer This week The Carolinian spotlights Malaika Kashaka and Juiced!, a local oasis of holistic health with two locations in Southeast Raleigh. As a journalist for The Carolinian, it is always a pleasure to speak with citizens with vision who execute relentlessly. The visionary behind Juiced!, Malaika Kashaka continues to make a significant
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Harnett County Inaugural Trailblazers Awards Celebrates Local African American Heritage

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By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer The Harnett County African American Heritage Center recently hosted its inaugural "In Their Footsteps Legacy Project: Harnett County Trailblazers Awards" on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the Harnett County Commons Building. The event celebrated contemporary trailblazers from the community, recognizing their significant contributions with music, praise, and encouragement. Honorees included a diverse group of individuals such as veterans, career educators, principals, school board members,
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100 Years Since Successful Supreme Court Nomination Block

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By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer Glen Anthony Harris in his 2023, biography of prolific photojournalist and public relations expert Alexander McAllister Rivera Jr., mentioned, "By 1920, African Americans in the south began to have confidence in the NAACP's ability to act as a national political force." With the confidence of the people and the strength of its members, Dr. Alexander McAllister Rivera, president of the Greensboro branch of the
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