Feb 16, 2026 | Higer Education, Leadership, Women
In a dynamic and thought-provoking evening of dialogue, leadership and shared experience, the Salisbury branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) hosted its “Black Women in Higher Education” panel on Feb. 9 at 6:30 p.m. at Rowan Public Library. The...
Feb 16, 2026 | History, Leadership
February 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, a celebration of the outstanding contributions Black people have made to our culture. To honor that legacy, we’re reflecting in this on going series what a century of Black excellence has taught us...
Jan 26, 2026 | Business, History, Leadership, Women
As the year begins, you may be thinking about budgets and financial goals while navigating the uncertainty of an economy that has recently shown inflation that stays the same but consumer prices that go up, continuing to influence how households think about spending,...
Jan 26, 2026 | Culinary, Food & Beverage, Leadership
The James Beard Foundation has announced the list of 2026 Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists. Black-owned businesses continue to hold their own among industry leaders. The James Beard Foundation presents the award to honor top culinary talent at the ceremony...
Jan 19, 2026 | Events, History, Leadership
Hundreds of families, activists and politicians marched through downtown Raleigh on Monday in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. In a political era many attendees described as bleak and divisive, marchers looked to King and his teachings as an inspiration for...
Jan 19, 2026 | History, Leadership
The iconic “I Have a Dream” speech — delivered during the historic March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on Aug. 28, 1963 — instantly comes to mind when reflecting on Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., one of the most transformative leaders of the civil...
