Republicans outraged over judge’s voter ID ruling
January 1, 2020To hear Republicans tell it, U.S. District Court Judge Loretta Biggs is playing politics, legislating from the federal bench in her decision to temporarily block the state’s voter ID law from being implemented during the March 3, 2020 North Carolina primaries. After all, if 34 other states can compel their citizens to show photo identification […]
Battling the Holiday Blues
December 27, 2019It’s the MOST WONDERFUL time of the year. That’s how the saying goes, but there are some who don’t like this time of year; in actuality, they dread it. This time of year can be difficult for those who have been forced into transition, whether it be the death of a loved one or pet, […]
Time to Celebrate! Aggies win third straight bowl game
December 26, 2019ATLANTA – In what has become an annual pilgrimage to a place known as the Empire State of the South, A&T once again proved to be the most dominant empire in the world of HBCU football. Matching their highest scoring output of the season, the Aggies raced ahead of Alcorn State before halftime and then […]
GCD Celebrates Families
December 26, 2019After nearly a year as a member at United Way of Greater Greensboro’s Family Success Center at Guilford Child Development, Cristina Plata has excelled at public speaking, takes yoga and Zumba classes regularly, and has completed courses towards obtaining a GED. Plata is just one member recognized for her accomplishments at United Way of Greater […]
Tips for a safe and healthy holiday
December 20, 2019The holidays are upon us and we are ready to enjoy them with family and friends. As we reflect upon the year and all that has transpired, we must also take time to safeguard our health. The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC-P), Dr. Robert Redfield, sends greeting for the holidays […]
Reidsville shuts out Elizabeth City NE
December 19, 2019Reidsville 14 Eliz.City NE 0 WINSTON-SALEM – The Reidsville Rams were dominant defensively and worked together just enough offense to overcome Northeastern of Elizabeth City for the second year in a row to win their 18th N.C.HSAA State Football Championship. The Rams nipped Northeastern just one year ago, a come from behind win, 31-28. This […]
Adams Lauds Congress Making Future Act Permanent
December 19, 2019For almost two months, it looked as if the U.S. Senate was going to allow Rep. Alma Adams’ FUTURE Act bill – established in 2008, which reauthorizes “…$255 million in critical funding for “Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) for the next two years, including $85 million for HBCUs – to go the way of other measures […]
HPU wins OT thriller over Elon
December 12, 2019HIGH POINT — The High Point University men’s basketball team made a season-high 10 three pointers en route to a 70-66 overtime victory over Elon in front of a sold-out Millis Center on Thursday (Dec. 5) evening. Six Panthers hit from deep in a back-and-forth contest that saw 13 lead changes. Freshman John-Michael Wright led […]
Greensboro Holiday Parade 2019
December 12, 2019Parade attendees, young and old, lined the streets of downtown Greensboro on the morning of December 7 to celebrate the holiday season. The Greensboro Holiday Parade has been a downtown tradition for decades, featuring huge Macy’s parade style balloons, marching bands, dance teams, floats and the grand finale, Santa and Mrs. Claus. The Holiday Parade […]
Outrage over Trump’s pick for N.C. Federal Bench
December 12, 2019Not since 2006 has a permanent judge presided over U.S. District Court in North Carolina’s Eastern District. Three presidents of the United States have tried to fill the vacancy since then, including President Obama, who nominated two African American female jurists. That effort was stopped by North Carolina U.S. Republican Sen. Richard Burr. But now, […]
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