Jewel loved her parents. She never wanted for anything. Her family was modest.
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Women's History Month: Kassie's Column - The Legend of Zero
I have had the privilege of knowing Rev. Dr. Arnetta Beverly since the day I was born.
Wait. Correction.
I’ve had the privilege of knowing “Zero” aka Rev. Dr. Arnetta Beverly since the day I was born.
From a teen's perspective: Body positivity
Spring is here! After a long winter filled with heavy news and bad weather, the addition of the sun is much appreciated. However, as the temperature increases, the closer we get to spending more time in shorter, more revealing clothes.
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Music and Learning
Some say that background music helps them to focus on a particular task. Others may argue they can’t focus with any background noise.
Toney Kincaid: Why am I an advocate for Epilepsy?
Thomasville-based advocate Toney Kincaid is working with General Assembly members and building support for my Bill Sam's Law- Seizure Safe Schools in NC. This is her Letter to the Editor.
Cathy's Creative Corner: Flutterby to Butterfly to Fairy
“How many graduating fairies do you think we’ll have this year?” asked Patience.
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Online education
For some students, online learning works best for them. At one point, during the pandemic, remote learning was commonly used.
From New York Fashion to Lexington Suave: Hargrave's style is all his own
The culinary artist behind the menu for the Inaugural Black Butterfly event is inspired by many traditional favorite dishes. The menu is an homage to the heritage of certain foods like okra, black-eyed peas and crispy fried chicken. Clarence Vernon Hargrave reimagined many of these staples and developed a menu that granted a modern twist. {Chocolate Bread Pudding with Vanilla-Bourbon Creme}
Davidson-Davie: Storm basketball subdued by South Suburban College
Congratulations to the team for making it to the National Championship game for the 2nd year in a row and bringing local pride and watch parties for local families. The sense of local pride goes on. We will see you next Storm season!
Local Women's history 1980 “WHAT IF…"
Locally, the Women’s Political Caucus was selected because it was non-partisan. Members were white and black, Democrats and Republicans, and even one or two unaffiliated. Ages were between 35 and 75.
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Should schools enforce uniforms?
Nearly all private schools require students to wear school uniforms. For seven years, I attended a school that enforced uniforms, and we only had a few days out of the year to “dress out.”
From a teen's perspective: Transformation through Model UN is evident
A few weeks ago, I sadly attended my last college-hosted Model UN (MUN) Conference. I have participated since freshman year of high school.
Cathy's Creative Corner: An Erroneous Error
Good morning, World! The sun is shining brightly through the bedroom blinds. I can feel today is going to be fabulous!
Cassidy's Creative Corner: The Effects of the Internet
The Internet has changed our everyday lives - from the way we communicate, to how we entertain ourselves, to our healthcare regimen.
Cathy's Creative Corner: The Unexpected Outing
“Why are you girls sitting up in my kitchen when it’s so pretty and sunny outside today?” Kylie’s mom asked as she entered the room.
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Valuing a Second Language
Learning a new language is so important. It trains your memory to remember new words and make connections between them.
Black History Month: Kassie's Column - Respect my locs
A little over six years ago I made one of the best decisions of my life.
Black History Month: Cathy's Creative Corner - Aunt Kate
It was a summer day in the late 1970s. I recall standing in the lobby of Wachovia Bank waiting for the next available teller.
Black History Month: Cassidy's Creative Corner - Black Achievements (Part 3)
As Black History Month comes to an end, here are more Black American achievements.
Black History Month: Davidson County's History
Recently, I purchased a t-shirt that had big, pulsating red, black and green letters that spelled out I Am Black History.