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The harrowing stories of Domestic violence is legion. Despite intervention, education, arrests and conventions, concerted efforts to reduce the number of victims of domestic violence appears discouraging. That’s why Playwright and Director, Vicki L. Evans continues her fight against this particular scourge impacting women worldwide. Evans recently reprised her award-winning stage play, ‘A Change is […]
In the Bechtler Museum of Modern Arts’ new exhibit “The House That Modernism Built” furniture, textile and ceramic design tell the story of the intersection of modern art and design. It sounds artsy, but the concept is basic. Show how furniture, household items and more were initially designed to solve problems as well as look […]
Bank of America has extended available paid leave time to its maternity, paternity and adoption policy. Adding four weeks of available parental leave for full- and part-time employees who have been with the bank at least a year, increasing total leave time to sixteen weeks. Bank of America regularly reviews its leave policies, taking into consideration […]
Jeremy Lin is encourages students and users of tutoring platform Khan Academy by sharing some of his personal challenges. Lin encourages math student to persevere saying, “After my first year in the NBA I got cut by two different teams and I remember at that point I was pretty discouraged. I was considering quitting or taking […]
I don’t have a problem with black clergy supporting a Republican for President. Political differences and party affiliation is an integral part of our democracy. I don’t expect, nor do I want ALL African Americans to belong to one political party. We are a diverse nation with a host of cultural, social, religious; and political […]
The Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services and Youth & Family Services Division is working diligently to provide loving homes for over 100 children whose goal it is to be adopted into a caring family. To date, the county has over 600 children in Foster Care. And while Foster Care and social services agencies in […]
Do you think we should have gender neutral bathrooms?
Take a look at the video recap from this weekends event! Statesville, NC (March 16, 2016) – First Baptist Church, located at 464 Garfield Street, Statesville, NC, will be hosting a tribute concert in honor of First Lady MaryBell Taylor of Kingdom Life Ministries of Troutman North Carolina. The tribute will feature world renowned Music Director, […]
There are a host of benefits to learning the game of golf. First, applying skill to strategy. Secondly, navigating the various intricacies of the game to plot a course to victory. But a critical element of the game is the opportunity to build relationships and networking. ‘A Perfect Swing Inc,’ assists individuals and the youth […]
Just how important are black lives to the 2016 Presidential Candidates? While Democratic candidates Bernie Sanders and Hilliary Clinton attempt to provide a meaningful answer to the question, Republican candidates for the White House, especially Donald Trump have been either dismissive or hostile. Mrs. Clinton for her part has been particularly vocal on the issue […]
Political analysts suggest that the 2016 race for the White House is shaping up to be one of the most “consequential” elections in our lifetime. With the recent death of Supreme Court Antonin Scalia, a SCOTUS vacancy has pried open the doors of another contentious battle between President Obama and the Republican led Congress. Additionally, […]