Play sees hope in destruction
The Justice Theater Project’s “Light on the Horizon” brings us entertainment and education – and cool perks.
View ArticleSpa day will benefit moms with baby blues
One of my favorite things is a sturdy, soft throw blanket a forever friend gave me when my teenager was brand new to the world and to our little corner of it. It has warmed me over the years, certainly...
View ArticleEntrepreneur with heart expands business
Im proud of Carlton Sutton, truly happy for him, inspired by him.
View ArticleTennessee Titan nurtures his roots
When Savannah Simpson announced she wanted to be the first woman to play in the NFL, her parents first trusted their 8-year-olds dream to her uncle, who was coaching a recreation league.
View ArticleChef aims to start healthy habits
Lisa Hinton embraced the poetic wisdom of author Maya Angelou to alter her affair with food and to launch a business that starts kids on a nutritional good habits, too.
View ArticlePatience too silent in face of stereotyping
I honestly didnt expect to be back here so soon, sobered again by mirrors to our community.
View ArticleTriangle Family Services adapts to times
For 75 years this year, the agencys mission has been rooted in the idea that the family is societys most important unit. The agencys goal has been to preserve healthy families, help troubled...
View ArticleSt. Augustine’s ready for university status
August marks history in Midtown Raleigh as St. Augustines College takes on university status.
View ArticleOur dollars show support
A couple of months ago, we chose Chick-fil-A in Cameron Village as a halfway spot to meet one of my husbands clients for a quick, casual meeting. Headed elsewhere afterward, we wanted to grab a bite.
View ArticleStudents find support in time of grief
Death is a fact of life, yes. It means we have lived. Knowing that doesn’t make the loss any easier for the earth angels we leave behind to mourn.
View ArticleJustice Theater Project offers timely look at American politics
The Justice Theater Project is at it again, pricking our collective consciousness with a season-long discussion about political responsibility.
View ArticleSummer camp helps kids get ahead
The summer doldrums never set in for hundreds of students, many of whom will return to school Monday.
View ArticleFiesta a chance to meet neighbors
Im interested in our Latino neighbors. I mean really interested.
View ArticleSt. Ambrose Episcopal Church welcomes new leader
Established on the heels of slavery in 1868 with parishioners from the St. Augustines University chapel, St. Ambrose became the first black church in the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina.
View ArticleChurch leaders stand against radio ad attacking Obama
I needed somebody else to say it first, so I’ve waited, wondering who was hearing the same radio ads and whether others’ stomachs were churning with concern over November’s election turnout.
View ArticleGirls’ school leaders build partnerships
My first visit to St. Marys School since its new leader, Monica Gillespie, came on board left me and everybody in the room excited about the relationships and partnerships that are creating mutual...
View ArticleSee artists’ contributions at new festival
Christopher Terrell, creator of the inaugural Raleigh Art Festival coming to Midtown, is hoping well take time to see what he and other artists are contributing to Raleighs art scene, culture and...
View ArticleMontagnards reclaiming their names
Imagine life in a land where your only legal recognition is male or female.
View ArticleOnce rivals, now comrades
For the first time since many can remember, Shaw and Saint Augustines universities will share the same homecoming weekend. Alumni will converge on the city to see two homecoming games, two homecoming...
View ArticleDaniel Center gives Southeast Raleigh children path to success
When it was his turn to choose his path to a future in 1981, Kirby Jones enlisted in the U.S. Marines alongside his best friend in the whole wide world rather than answer acceptance into N.C. Central...
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