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Keeping the Legacy of Happy Hill Alive For Generations to Come
The African American historic neighborhood, Happy Hills, in Winston Salem, North Carolina is in the process of revitalization.
April 8, 2024
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Bob The Cat Is Back With Another Chapter Of Twists And Turns
If you have been following along over the past few months you may recall a story that has all the twists and turns fitting for a Netflix series. This story features “Bob the Cat” and his adventures from Kansas to North Carolina which included a name change and an intense custody battle.
April 1, 2024
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Advocates Push Back Against Harmful Anti-LGBTQ+ Measures in Virtual Town Hall
In response to several discriminatory laws passed in North Carolina, the Campaign for Southern Equality (CSE) and Equality NC held a virtual town hall on supporting young LGBTQ+ North Carolinians.
March 19, 2024
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Fired Police Officer, Indicted Anti-CRT Johnston County School Board Member Advances to November Election After Primary Win
Anti-CRT Johnston County school board member Ron Johnson, who has been censured twice, fired from his job as a police officer and is facing extortion charges, could be reelected in November.
March 18, 2024
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Hundreds Mourn Deaths by Poverty Outside NC Legislature, Vow Action
“Poverty and low wages are violence, a deeply deadly violence,” said Rev. William Barber III. “America must face not just poverty in America, but poverty in America. The uniqueness of the poverty here, which is greater than any of the other top 25 industrial countries of the world.”
March 12, 2024
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Black Faith Leaders Urge Colleagues to Speak Out on Social Justice Issues
“Because what would the Dr. King say? That injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere? Yes, we have to be that kind of moral voice that protects that justice and liberty for everybody,” said Rev. Chalice Overy.
March 11, 2024
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How Does Public Education Prepare Our Children To Lead In The Future?
What is the goal of our public education? Is it to prepare our children to lead in the future? Or is it to protect them from a past we all need to learn from?
March 4, 2024
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Making History in Black History Month: Bump.Baby.Bliss
Unfortunately, here in North Carolina Black women are three times as likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women.
February 21, 2024
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Biden Infrastructure Law invests $1.4 Million in Pocosin Lakes Boardwalk
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced a $1.4 million grant to overhaul the Scuppernong River Boardwalk at the Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge.
February 20, 2024
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Here’s Your Guide To Black History Month Events Happening Around The Triangle
Black History Month is a time of celebration and remembrance. Throughout North Carolina there are many events to celebrate the month.
February 12, 2024