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Koka Booth, the former Mayor of Cary who oversaw its boom into one of the most populous towns in North Carolina, has died.
A double shooting marred Bowie State University's homecoming festivities days after a mass shooting took place at Morgan State University, also a Maryland HBCU. The post Double Shooting Mars Bowie State’s Homecoming Days After Mass Shooting At Morgan State appeared first on NewsOne.
Durham County has ordered a new mobile vehicle that will serve residents as a “mobile Durham County Office.” It will assist with county staff delivering enhanced public outreach and bring more services to the community. The vehicle will be purchased with funds from the approved Durham County budget and is currently being built. The features […]
Tuesday, October 10 is an election day in North Carolina. Citizens in nine counties will cast their votes in 30 municipal races, including three cities in the Triangle: Cary, Durham, and Fayetteville.
Hampton University has been selected for a new scholarship program. Mary J. Blige has established the Strength of a Woman Scholarship for current college sophomores at Hampton University that identify as female. PepsiCo., Inc has established a scholarship program to assist current college sophomores at Hampton University, who self-identify as female, and are planning to […]
Kenneka Jenkins' family has finally received justice. The post Prayers Up For Kenneka Jenkins Family As Settlement Finally Reached In 2017 Freezer Death appeared first on NewsOne.
The Orange County Board of Elections (208 S. Cameron Street, Hillsborough) will open Saturday, Oct. 7, to accommodate voters who need a voter ID and can’t make it during normal business hours. Voters can also update their registration or register. The office will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Recent changes in state […]
Halloween is weeks away, but if you’re dying to carve out time for spooky fun, Wake County Public Libraries and Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space have some treats for you! Fasten your sheet-belts, because these programs are the pick of the patch. All events are free, but some require registration. Be sure to check the calendars at wake.gov/libraries and wake.gov/parks before […]
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will accept new and/or clean, gently used coats and jackets October 9-29 as part of its annual “Warm Your Hearts with Coats Drive.” Coats of all shapes and sizes are welcome and may be dropped off at one of the following PRCR facilities (during normal […]
Check out a gallery of famous Black celebrities who were diagnosed with breast cancer throughout the years inside.
We all know the story of Michael Jackson. The childhood. The music. The fame. But “MJ The Musical” takes us behind the scenes of two special days in Michael’s life as he prepares for his Dangerous World Tour. The show also features a reporter and cameraman from MTV who are trying to get exclusive access […]
Durham Parks and Recreation will host a series of Halloween themed events in October. From the creepy clown trail and hayrides to treats and costume contests, residents can enjoy the family-friendly events listed below: Creepy Clown Trail (must be at least 18 years or older to participate) Friday, October 6 (8 p.m. – 11 p.m.) […]