A Torchbearer of Hope

February 25, 2025

Carlenia Ivory-Cantey By John Burton Jr. The name Carlenia Ivory-Cantey is a name that resonates in the Queen City, not as a dissonant echo but as a beacon of hope. Her ongoing activism is a testament to the transformative power of education and the unwavering spirit of community service.…

Jahmicah Miller Is Paving the Way for Future Electricians

February 25, 2025

By Anders J. Hare At 22, Jahmicah Miller is on the brink of making history. As an electrical instructor, Miller is not only shaping the next generation of electricians, but she is also preparing to become the youngest licensed female electrician in North Carolina.…

BEST BREAKFAST SCRAMBLE

January 30, 2025

Serves up to 8 By The Vegucator, Dawn Hilton Williams

INGREDIENTS

4-16 oz. firm tofu, drained 1 cup yellow onions, finely diced ¾ cup red or yellow bell peppers, finely diced 1 cup kale, ribbed and finely diced ½ cup TBSP nutritional yeast 2 TBSP ground turmeric 1 TBSP garlic powder 1 TBSP paprika 1 ½ tsp kala namak (Indian black salt) 1 tsp onion powder ¾ tsp black pepper 2 ½ TBSP grapeseed oil

METHOD

PREHEAT oven 400 degrees COMBINE all dry ingredients in a bowl and set aside.…

Dr. George C. Fraser

January 2, 2025

Brief Bio: Dr. George C. Fraser Dr. George C. Fraser Dr. George C. Fraser is Chairman and CEO of FraserNet, Inc., a company he founded 38 years ago to lead a global networking and economic development movement for people of African descent.…

Thinking Outside the Box Helped Access Services Persevere

December 29, 2024

By Charles Harris If you doubt persistence pays, talk to Kevin Smith, president and CEO of Access Services. “I have always been a man of faith and never had a problem with risk,” he said. That faith has helped Smith navigate through a minefield of small business perils for more than 30 years.…

Rising Above: Walter Kirkland Jr.’s Journey to the U.S. Space Force

December 29, 2024

By Ruby Durham When Walter Kirkland Jr. reflects on his journey from a military kid to an officer in the United States Space Force, it’s clear that adaptability and determination have been the driving forces in his life. Kirkland’s path to becoming a U.S.…

Jeff Peterson Is Creating New Vision and New Buzz at the Hive

December 29, 2024

By Angela Lindsay It’s no surprise that Charlotte’s NBA franchise has been struggling for some time. Over the past several seasons, the Hornets have underperformed winning under 30 games out of 82 for most of the past 10 years. Enter: Jeff Peterson.…

On the Market: Investing While Black

December 29, 2024

By John Burton Jr. The world of American finance is experiencing a significant transformation — it’s becoming darker. It’s not the economy or a recession but more Black individuals are participating in the stock market. This new interest is boosted by more Black and brown people who are seeking more creative ways to build wealth and secure their financial futures.…

Catching Up with Harvey Gantt: The Trailblazer Who Redefined Boundaries in Education, Business and Government

December 29, 2024

By Sonja Whitemon Throughout his life, Harvey Gantt accomplished things that most people would not even think to pursue. Figuratively speaking — Gantt broke the rules. From salutatorian at Burke High School, an all-Black school in Charleston, S.C., he broke barriers in education, business and government.…

Fathers of Basketball Professionals Partner with Billingsville-Cotswold Elementary

December 29, 2024

By Derik Hicks In a heartwarming display of community spirit and commitment to education, the Fathers & Men of Professional Basketball Players (FAMPBP), including North Carolina’s Charles Paul — father of NBA star Chris Paul — joined forces with Billingsville-Cotswold Elementary for a back-to-school supply drive.…