During these difficult times, where bars and restaurants are closed Governor Roy Cooper has adjusted unemployment requirements. HOW TO APPLY Go to N.C. Department of Commerce’s website HERE to obtain the information need to prove your claim and your eligibility. It’s stated on the site, “Not everyone who applies for unemployment benefits will qualify.” To apply […]
Tyler Clark is a Charlotte native who is making strides at the young age of 23. Clark began her academic career here in Charlotte, where she excelled at North Mecklenburg High School and became the first African American female drum major. She eventually took her talents to North Carolina Central University where she double majored […]
McCray was elected as an at-large member of the Board of Education in 2011. A native of High Point, NC, she worked in education for 34 years, 24 of them in CMS, before retiring in July 2011. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from North Carolina A&T State University. She moved to Charlotte after graduation and […]
Here’s everything you need to be prepared for early voting to avoid long lines and flexible hours for your schedule. North Carolina Early Voting: Every Weekday 8am-7:30pm (Thursday, February 13th-Saturday February 29th ). NO PHOTO ID is required to vote by mail or in-person for the 2020 Primary. See More Here Voting site Locations: Link […]
Leonard Givens Jr a former student and football player of Livingstone College Football Player was charged by the Salisbury police in a shooting outside a hookah bar, in 2017. Police dropped the charges against him this year. Givens was originally named as a suspect by a witness during the same shooting he was ducking down. […]
Esper G. Hayes is the founder of the Ebony Society of Philatelic Events and Reflections, an international stamp society, which promotes stamp collecting philatelic material depicting people/events related to the African Diaspora. Ms.Hayes started the club based on a promise she made to the great Olympian, Jesse Owens after meeting him at a stamp […]
For 15 years, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association is known for bringing thousands of fans alike to the games, celebrity-filled events, and parties February. Check out what your weekend is going to look like HERE. CIAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments begin on Tuesday at the Bojangles’ Coliseum. Later the will move to the Spectrum […]
Joan Higginbotham was born in Chicago, IL, and enjoys motivational speaking, working out, and a variety of music genres. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (SIU-C), a Master of Science Degree in Management from the Florida Institute of Technology (FIT), a Master of Science Degree […]
At just 17 years old, Dennis Reed was compelled to create an organization that serves as a creative outlet area youth and young adults to inspire them to reach for more in life. Inspire the Fire Inc. is a non-profit organization that coaches students in artistic development, life skills, and community engagement. ITF was selected […]
Shaun “Lucky” Corbett is the passionate owner of Lucky Spot Barbershop, located in Charlotte N.C. Shaun’s passion for hair emerged when he was 13 and continues to drive his dedication for precision cutting and personalized customer service to any client that he services. Shaun has worked diligently to build a brand that creates a culture […]
Demario Baker is a native of Charlotte, NC and the Founder of Nspire-Us Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to mentoring and educating youth regarding public health awareness, healthier living, self-esteem, and positive lifestyle choices through educational workshops and athletic programs. His passion for mentoring and philanthropy developed at a young age when he began participating […]