William Peace University Receives Record $5 Million Gift
By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer RALEIGH, NC – William Peace University (WPU) announced last week it has received the largest single gift in the institution’s history: a $5 million donation from the estate of alumna Mrs. Peggy (Garner) Britt, class […]
Read MoreArea Physician Combines Praise And Prostate Cancer Awareness
RALEIGH, NC – September 14th marked the 3rd annual “Prostate Cancer Awareness Sunday” at Christian Faith Baptist Curch in Raleigh, NC. Christian Faith member Doctor Leroy Darkes plays guitar there regularly during worship. But Dr. Darkes is also president of […]
Read MoreLa Fiesta del Pueblo Celebrates 31 Years of Hispanic Heritage
By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer Raleigh’s streets came alive Sunday afternoon as La Fiesta del Pueblo, the Triangle’s largest celebration of Latin American culture, returned for its 31st year. Held annually as part of Hispanic Heritage Month, the cultural event […]
Read MoreFor the Community, By the Community: A Sheriff’s Vision For Harnett County
By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Lillington, NC – Major Aaron Meredith, a 20-year veteran of the sheriff’s office, is running for Sheriff of Harnett County with a platform centered on community enhancement and a modern approach to law enforcement. With […]
Read MoreThe SBA Orders Lenders To End Practice Of Debanking
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) sent a letter to its network of over 5,000 lenders instructing them to end politicized or unlawful banking practices. Pursuant to Executive Order 14331, “Guaranteeing Fair Banking for All Americans,” SBA is […]
Read MoreNC Lawmakers Target Wasteful Spending In Tuesday’s Government Efficiency Hearing
By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer The North Carolina House Select Committee on Government Efficiency convened Tuesday morning in the NC General Assembly Legislative Building to discuss how the state can better manage taxpayer dollars and reduce wasteful spending. The meeting […]
Read MoreState leaders and advocates gather for first black youth suicide prevention conference
State officials, mental health advocates, and community members gathered Saturday in Rocky Mount for the Stronger Together conference, North Carolina’s first event centered on the state’s Black Youth Suicide Prevention Action Plan. The gathering featured community-driven solutions to one of […]
Read More12.5 Percent Of North Carolinians Live In Poverty
RALEIGH – The U.S. Census Bureau released its 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) data, providing the latest picture of poverty, income, and health coverage in North Carolina. The numbers show that 12.5 percent of North Carolinians were living in poverty […]
Read MoreBBB Warns of Third Party Airline Booking Scams
RALEIGH, N.C. – Before you book your next flight, be aware of third party airline booking scams. The Better Business Bureau of Eastern Carolinas (BBB) has information to alert you of how these scams work and best ways to avoid […]
Read MoreThe History of NC’s Federation of Colored Women’s Clubs
By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer In 1909, a group of African American women came together in North Carolina with a shared goal: to uplift Black communities through organized service and leadership. Their effort led to the founding of the North […]
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