Author: Ms. Jheri Worldwide

By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Shirley Plantation, nestled on the banks of the James River in Virginia, stands as a stately monument to America's formative era. Established in 1613, this sprawling 800-acre estate is steeped in history, boasting the title of "America's oldest family-run business." Yet, beneath the veneer of manicured landscapes and meticulously preserved buildings lies a story that remains largely incomplete. I pulled up mid-morning to a parking area

By Ms Jheri Worldwide Denzel Washington brings August Wilson's iconic play, "The Piano Lesson," to life in a captivating new film adaptation on Netflix. Starring John David Washington and Danielle Deadwyler as estranged siblings battling over a precious family heirloom, the film masterfully explores themes of ancestry, legacy, and the complexities of the African American experience. The beautifully hand-carved piano, adorned with intricate artwork reflecting the family's lineage, becomes a

By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer When time permits, do yourself a favor and visit the home of Dr. Manassa Thomas Pope, North Carolina's first licensed Black physician and the only Black man to run for mayor of Raleigh during the Jim Crow era. Everything in the house, with the exception of the telephone in the hallway, belong to the Pope family. There have been additions done to the house.

By: Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer The All Girls Matter EmpowHERment Conference can only be described with one word, energy. We began the day dancing and continued to celebrate as we learned and built together throughout the day. America's Big Sisters Foundation seeks to empower, encourage, educate, and enlighten young women to become independent, self-sufficient, goal-oriented, positive, individuals who can excel in society by breaking cycles of lack through empowerment programs.

By: Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer Raleigh's on the move, folks, and the latest addition to our vibrant downtown scene is gorgeous proof! Say hello to the Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown, a stylish new hotel that opened on October 10th right next to William Peace University at 11 Seaboard Avenue Raleigh, NC 27604.  This ain't your grandma's Hyatt. The entrance and common areas boast modern sophistication with stone, wood, and brass

By: Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer Have you started your juice journey? With innumerable food recalls, over-processed fast foods, and skyrocketing restaurant prices it is time to be conscious consumers of fresh and filling foods that pour into us and our community. A great start would be to visit one of the two locations of Juiced! Juiced describes themselves as, "Raleigh's #1 holistic herb and natural Smoothie and Juice Shop. We

By: Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer Get ready, North Carolina, on November 17th at The Crown Coliseum 19Keys will be our keynote speaker for the first installment of Consistent Elevation a digital community conversation where people participate in the dialogue directly from their phones. The Carolinian is thrilled to give you an exclusive sneak peek into the mind of 19Keys, the renowned thought leader and entrepreneur. We sat down with 19Keys

Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer Meeting Kamille Richardson at a Raleigh Chamber Event was an absolute delight. The event was inside a beautiful and rentable space in Moore Square in downtown Raleigh. I'm not sure what I loved more the short ribs or the exposed brick and soft lighting but the ambiance was amazing and our table quickly filled with interesting people. We all chatted for a while and as

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services hosted its Annual Assistive Technology Expo, "Breaking Boundaries, Empowering Lives," on October 3, 2024. This event was very informative in regards to technologies, devices, opportunities, and resources from differently abled people and their families.  More than 45 companies and organizations including NC Agrability, NC Parks and Recreation, Disability Rights, NC Services for the Blind, Humanware,

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer As progress and growth continue, residents of the greater Raleigh area have a new way to navigate the region with the opening of the latest extension of the Triangle Expressway. The North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) announced that Phase 1 of the Complete Toll N.C. 540 project officially opened to traffic on September 25 at 6:00AM. This new stretch of road extends from the