Andrea Harris, Black Economic Development Leader, Dies
May 28, 2020Last weekend, by order of Gov. Roy Cooper, state government building flags flew at half-staff in honor of an inspiring leader who was best known for standing strong for Black economic development and advancement. She mentored many to become public servants and leaders in Black and women-owned businesses. And she rarely said “no” if she […]
Is Your Light Blinking?
May 28, 2020There is no doubt that most of us have seen a blinking light on the dashboard of a car. The light comes on to get our attention and it says something is, or is soon-to-be, amiss in the functioning of the car. Possibly an oil change is needed or the tire pressure needs to be […]
Now on Netflix: The Lovebirds
May 28, 2020It probably looked really good on paper. Bickering couple gets caught up in a murder and goes on the lam. It’s just enough of a framework for two comic geniuses to flaunt their comedy licks. Kumail Nanjiani made a name for himself on the series Silicon Valley, and hit it big with the romantic comedy […]
Triad healthcare workers honored with aerial salute
May 28, 2020The Triad’s doctors, nurses and medical staff were honored Tuesday with an aerial salute to thank them for their hard work during the coronavirus pandemic. The flyover was conducted by The Bandit Flight Team and sponsored by the North Carolina Healthcare Association WXII12 and The Triad CW. The 20-minute “Frontline Flyover” delivered a “signature smoke […]
Aggies’ Baseball Welcomes Back Nine Seniors
May 21, 2020The North Carolina A&T head baseball coach Ben Hall will bring back nine seniors in 2021 who had their season interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The nine seniors returning include 2020 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) preseason pitcher of the year Michael Johnson, All-MEAC first-teamers Dustin Baber and Leon Davidson, All-MEAC second-teamer Ryne Stanley, […]
Be cautious, we are not out of the woods
May 21, 2020As we start to process our way of re-entry into our new normal life with COVID-19, there are several items in which we need to take note. First, it is important for people who are in high-risk groups to remember they should remain sheltered at home. When we look at people who have been affected […]
GCS honors grads under new ‘social distancing’ rules
May 21, 2020Since Guilford County Schools has cancelled its traditional 2020 graduation ceremonies, schools have still found ways to celebrate graduates. The district’s 28 high schools have been holding “drive-thru” recognitions to honor graduating seniors. Graduates and families have been lining up (albeit in automobiles) at their respective schools for the past several weeks to take that […]
Senate Bill to Establish Black Female Task Force
May 21, 2020With the NC General Assembly back in session this week, one of the more notable bills filed of particular interest to the African American community is Senate Bill 775, “Funds/Est. Black Women & Girls Task Force.” “An act to establish the North Carolina Black Women and Girls Task Force and to appropriate funds for the […]
Saint Aug Launches First HBCU Cycling Team in the Country
May 14, 2020RALEIGH – Saint Augustine’s University is forming the first HBCU cycling team in the country. The team was recently approved and registered by USA Cycling to compete in the collegiate club Atlantic division against dozens of other schools in the Southeast. The team, which has been in the works since the summer of 2019, will […]
Book Review: Odetta: A Life in Music and Protest
May 14, 2020The first note had your foot tapping. It didn’t stop until the set was over or the LP needed flipping. The song moved you; those words meant everything and the singer of those tunes? She was the entire reason those notes were worth listening to. In the new book “Odetta” by Ian Zack, you’ll find […]
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