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Mallard Creek High School is fighting to get its state track championship back after a controversial disqualification during the NCHSAA 4A state championship meet sparked backlash online and across North Carolina. The controversy happened during the boys 4×200-meter relay race when Mallard Creek runner Nyan Brown celebrated before crossing the finish line by raising his […]
Memorial Day weekend is one of the first big tests of summer travel in the Carolinas. Beach towns begin to fill, roads back up and parking gets harder to find by midmorning. For travelers planning a coastal escape, the best move is to pick the right beach before the traffic and crowds peak. Here is […]
The Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham has been a long-standing staple in the Bull City for over fifty years. The 2026 festival took place last Saturday, May 16. Though the city is still recovering from the 2024 booking controversy with the festival, this year the festival welcomed thousands excited to celebrate and honor their […]
Tina Knowles reflects on legacy, motherhood, and self-care, emphasizing inner values over fame.
After opening the May 2 Her Legacy event in Durham, performer Kimberly Michelle sat down with radio talent Mir.I.Am. to reflect on the musical path that shaped her into a dynamic artist who blends violin, vocals and ministry. Michelle said her journey began early. “I started when I was 5 playing the violin,” she said, […]
Everything You Missed At Her Legacy 2026 With Ms. Tina Knowles Radio One Raleigh’s very first Her Legacy event was one for the books. And if you missed it, I’m sure you’re regretting not getting your ticket and seeing the heartwarming conversation between two longtime friends and a celebration of innovative and inspiring women. The […]
Excited for our upcoming Her Legacy Event with Tina Knowles on Saturday, May 2? Take a look at our schedule ahead of the event! Schedule
Violinist and praise and worship leader Kimberly Michelle says family, faith and purpose are at the heart of her upcoming performance at Her Legacy on Saturday, May 2. During an interview with Melissa Wade on The Light 103.9, Michelle shared her excitement about appearing at the event, which will celebrate matriarchs, mentors and mothers. Wade […]
Drivers across the country are feeling the pressure as gas prices continue to climb, and North Carolina is no exception. According to AAA, the national average for gas has reached $4.30 per gallon as of April 30. While North Carolina remains slightly lower at $4.02, prices are still hitting hard locally. In Raleigh, the average […]
As people across the country celebrate 420, a new conversation is blazing in North Carolina: could marijuana legalization finally be on the horizon? A state advisory group now recommends a major shift in cannabis laws, suggesting that North Carolina move toward legalizing marijuana for adult use and creating a fully regulated market. From Gray Area […]
On Friday, Durham’s youth led a crucial, much needed conversation about gun violence in Bull City. “Unmuted: Youth Against Gun Violence Symposium,” presented by GRACED, Inc., brought together Durham teens and North Carolina Central University students to share their experiences with gun violence directly with community leaders and elected officials. The event took place at […]
As April marks Autism Awareness Month, one Raleigh mother is turning a difficult moment into a powerful movement aimed at inclusion and support. Maxine Huggins, a local mom, is stepping up for her son after he faced rejection while trying to find a prom date. Her son, who is on the autism spectrum, asked several […]