In 1996, Mary Judd, a citizen of Raleigh, N.C. founded God’s Helpers, an organization in which she has fed over 500,000 meals, while also helping numerous unfortunate men, women, and children better their lives. On Saturday, Mary Judd was honored by her brother-in-law, Alvin Atkinson, and many others, during her 76th birthday held in Raleigh. [...]
A new poll has been released regarding the approval rating of President Obama. CNN and ORC international found that 53 percent of Americans approve of the job President Obama is doing. The significance of the poll is that while scandals have surrounded Obama’s administration, he has still been able to stay on the positive side [...]
A college education requires a large upfront cost, and while it is true that college is a very worthwhile investment, it’s going to take a lot of determination in order to turn yours into a profitable occupation in the current recession. In a more stable economy, you would have few problems finding your job of [...]
There has been much pressure on those individuals in charge on rather or not to extend certain stipulations on guns and their restrictions in the state North Carolina. On Monday house representatives confirmed that guns would now be allowed in restaurants and bars, on college campuses, and on walking trails. The bill received faltering approval [...]
There was a sense of inspiration as the American flag swayed freely from the silver spire atop the World Trade Center on Thursday. As the flag was raised cheers could be heard from everyone in attendance. As the sun beamed down on the building construction workers stood around unfinished floor ledges to get a [...]
News broke Sunday night about a $20.58 billion proposed budget that would eliminate class-size limits for the youngest public school students, put various environmental programs under the control of a state agency, and finally move the State Bureau of Investigation to a department the governors appointee would control. There would be a 2.3 percent increase [...]
In 1996, Mary Judd, a citizen of Raleigh, N.C. founded God’s Helpers, an organization in which she has fed over 500,000 meals, while also helping numerous unfortunate men, women, and children better their lives. On Saturday, Mary Judd was honored by her brother-in-law, Alvin Atkinson, and many others, during her 76th birthday held in Raleigh. [...]
A new poll has been released regarding the approval rating of President Obama. CNN and ORC international found that 53 percent of Americans approve of the job President Obama is doing. The significance of the poll is that while scandals have surrounded Obama’s administration, he has still been able to stay on the positive side [...]
A college education requires a large upfront cost, and while it is true that college is a very worthwhile investment, it’s going to take a lot of determination in order to turn yours into a profitable occupation in the current recession. In a more stable economy, you would have few problems finding your job of [...]
When you’re able to mix some of the world’s hottest music and hottest fashion, at the same time it can only mean that “Rip The Runway” has returned. That’s right BET’s annual fashion showcase will air tonight at 10 p.m. on B.E.T. The show is geared up to be yet another success. Singer Kelly Rowland [...]
Let me preface this post by saying that if you don’t believe there is a difference between these two, fashion and style, you are sadly mistaken. The infamous Yves Saint-Laurent said it best: “Style is always in fashion, but fashion is not always in style!” What does that mean exactly? Basically, one can be stylish [...]
The sexiest night on television opened with a bang and kept its momentum alive throughout the show thanks to the musical stylings of Rihanna, Bruno Mars, and Justin Bieber.
New and upcoming fashion designer, Candice Organ has her own sense of style that sets her apart from other designers.
News broke Sunday night about a $20.58 billion proposed budget that would eliminate class-size limits for the youngest public school students, put various environmental programs under the control of a state agency, and finally move the State Bureau of Investigation to a department the governors appointee would control. There would be a 2.3 percent increase [...]
In 1996, Mary Judd, a citizen of Raleigh, N.C. founded God’s Helpers, an organization in which she has fed over 500,000 meals, while also helping numerous unfortunate men, women, and children better their lives. On Saturday, Mary Judd was honored by her brother-in-law, Alvin Atkinson, and many others, during her 76th birthday held in Raleigh. [...]
A college education requires a large upfront cost, and while it is true that college is a very worthwhile investment, it’s going to take a lot of determination in order to turn yours into a profitable occupation in the current recession. In a more stable economy, you would have few problems finding your job of [...]
For most of his early stint in office Gov. Pat McCrory’s wife has obtained a low profile while her husband has been in office. On Thursday that changed as she spoke on a bill that would help prevent animal cruelty. Ann McCrory sat in the House gallery on Thursday as the chamber debated and voted [...]
Everyone has their own opinion on gay marriage, while no one has the authority to tell someone who they can or can not date, it is still an ongoing battle for those who choose to be in relations with someone of the same sex. On Wednesday, Democratic Senator Kay Hagan backed those individuals who choose [...]
Want to add a little drama to your makeup routine? MUA Donnie Whitsett of IC Beauty has provided step by step instructions on how to extend your eyeline.
February was a pleasant month for the selling of homes in the Triangle as the market saw an increase of 15 percent. Approaching the busiest selling season of the year the increase could not have come at a better time. As the weather begins to transition from winter to spring, buyers and sellers begin to [...]
Bullock describes the streets of Kinston as predatory. Not many people make it out of here he says. Bullock’s journey began at the tender age of 4 when his dad dropped him off with his maternal grandmother, Patricia Williams. She played both parental roles as Bullock grew up. As a child is grandmother made sure [...]
In an apparent disagreement about the Republican obstruction of President Obama’s judicial and cabinet nominees, Democrats are becoming a bit annoyed with the delays. Several democratic sources indicated to the Huffington Post that President Obama complained about the slow process that has occurred with the nominations, and that the rules should be changed. The Republican [...]
Wednesday was another busy day for the state of North Carolina. House republicans introduced a bill that would end the states requirement that power companies use renewable energy, and to also promote energy conservation programs. Republican representative Mike Hager, a former Duke Energy engineer is the bill’s leading sponsor. Hager believes that generating electricity should [...]
Big news came down from the Pentagon on Friday when it announced that 14 interceptors will be added to an Alaska based missile defense system. The Pentagon plans to spend $1 billion on the interceptors. This decision was made in effort to continue to protect the U.S.homeland and to also worry less about a potential [...]
Beyonce has returned to the music scene with her new hit single titled “Bow Down”. After taking time off from music Beyonce focused on the more important things in life like being a mother. The single has a rather rugged feel to it, especially when you hear lyrics like “I took some time to live [...]
Thomas Perez, the nation’s former Chief Civil Rights Enforcer, received a well deserved rollout today as President Obama announced that he would be in charge of the government’s Labor Department. As soon as the president made the announcement however, Republican Senator David Vitter argued that the “GOP” party would block the nomination until concerns about [...]
North Carolina lost a great man on Sunday. Former Civil Rights Attorney, George R. Greene, the first African American judge elected in Wake County, passed away on Sunday at the age of 82. During the 1960’s Judge Greene represented African American students from Shaw University and St. Augustine’s College, who were arrested at a lunch-counter, [...]
On Tuesday, the North Carolina A&T State Men’s basketball team hit the court in effort to make history. A&T entered Tuesday’s game 0-9 in the NCAA tournament, and the team had not come close to reaching the tournament since 1995. With an impressive 73-72 victory over the Liberty Flames, the Aggies were able to snap [...]
When you’re able to mix some of the world’s hottest music and hottest fashion, at the same time it can only mean that “Rip The Runway” has returned. That’s right BET’s annual fashion showcase will air tonight at 10 p.m. on B.E.T. The show is geared up to be yet another success. Singer Kelly Rowland [...]
The state of North Carolina received word that Gov. Pat McCrory proposed $20.6 billion state budget on Wednesday. This budget includes a 1 percent pay hike for state employees but it will also limit spending growth by 2 percent. Education and economic development were major factors in last year’s election and McCrory has made it [...]
Unemployment can have a major affect on not just those individuals without jobs, but also individuals in the Democrat party and the Republican party. While the term unemployment to most people means “the act of not having a job” it actually has a more concrete meaning, and those individuals without jobs,are now beginning to lose [...]
The city of Raleigh, N.C. will be very busy today. Members of the Wake County Democratic Party along with friends of Dorothy Dix have sent out alerts to supporters to pack the public meeting today which involves the Wake County legislative delegation. Democrats urge all supporters to speak out on the matter which would revoke [...]
Mississippi State Republican lawmaker Jessica Upshaw was found dead of an apparent gun shot wound. Simpson County Sheriff Kenneth Lewis stated that it appeared as though Upshaw may have shot herself in the head. Upshaw’s death is still in its early stages and no details were released. Upshaw practiced as a lawyer before becoming a [...]
After just 36 games, UNC’s season came to an end on Sunday after a loss to Kansas. With that being said, the Tar Heels now face a future of uncertainty. Just like last year Coach Roy Williams is unsure of who will be back next season. This year’s team was young and that was evident, [...]
Two N.C. senators introduced a new bill on Wednesday that would now allow patients in need of medical procedures to find the best prices available. Republican Senators Bob Rucho and Harry Brown are the two sponsors of the bill. The legislation would call for all hospitals to publicly disclose their prices involving their most common [...]
Everyone has their own opinion on gay marriage, while no one has the authority to tell someone who they can or can not date, it is still an ongoing battle for those who choose to be in relations with someone of the same sex. On Wednesday, Democratic Senator Kay Hagan backed those individuals who choose [...]
Justin Timberlake’s new album “The 20/20 Experience” has lived up to everyone’s expectations, while possibly exceeding others. The album which was produced by one of the top producers in the game Timbaland, moved a total of 968,000 units by the weeks end. The project is the 19th highest debut in Nielson Soundscan’s 22-year history. Not [...]
While the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting still lingers in the minds of many, it is clear that the idea of allowing teachers to bare firearms in school could be a potential resolution. Former Rep. Asa Hutchinson released a 225-page Report on school safety funded by the National Rifle Association. A task force of 12, [...]
Some North Carolina hospitals found themselves under the hot seat again on Tuesday. U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley, a republican of Iowa, reportedly found that three nonprofit hospitals in North Carolina have made millions from a discount drug program intended to help the poor and uninsured. Throughout the course of the year hundreds of hospitals nationally, [...]
Rutgers fired head basketball coach Mike Rice on Wednesday after a videotape was released and aired showing him grabbing, shoving, and throwing balls at players. The coach even used gay slurs towards his players during practice. ESPN’s “Outside The Lines” broadcast the videotape on Tuesday, prompting harsh criticism from New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. The [...]
March had a great affect on the U.S.economy as the unemployment rate dropped to 7.6 percent, according to the Labor Department on Friday. U.S.employers added only 88,000 jobs in March, which were the fewest in nine months. The Labor Department reported on Friday that the unemployment rate had dropped to 7.6 percent from 7.7. This is [...]
The combination of bad choices and drugs are never a good mix. The Obama administration has a $25.6 billion dollar budget that go towards federal spending on the drug war. However, $15 billion goes towards law enforcement, interdiction, and international efforts. According to the pro-reform Drug Policy Alliance, the combination of state and local spending [...]
North Carolina’s Department of Commerce received a proposal from Gov. Pat McCrory which involves all of the agency’s economic development to be shifted to a new nonprofit corporation. The goal of McCrory’s proposal is designed so that the private sector can become more involved in economic developments. Former members of the Republican Party have tried [...]
Rapper Jay-Z made headlines on Thursday as a new track flooded radio stations around the world. “Jay” has never been shy with words, but his new track definitely caught the ears of many listeners. The song is called “Open Letter” in which the rapper takes shots at politicians who allegedly criticized Jay-Z and his wife [...]
The state of Massachusetts started the day off with a game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays. Shortly after the game the annual Boston Marathon began, however towards the finish line in Copley Square, two explosions interrupted the finale taking the lives of three, while injuring over 140 others. One of [...]
The chamber heard shouts of the words “shame on you” today as the U.S. Senate failed to gather adequate support Wednesday for a gun-buyer background check. The bill had been supported by nearly 90 percent of Americans, but that was not enough. Democratic senator Joe Manchin and Republican senator Pat Toomey were the two creators [...]
Russell Allen, city manager of Raleigh over the pass 12 years was fired today. City council voted 6-2 to have Allen removed from his seat. Allen celebrated his 12th anniversary on the job yesterday. There was not a clear-cut reason as to why he was fired, but it was evident that council members wanted to [...]
A REVIEW OF TECHNIQUES IN MANAGING DEPRESSION Some people have a difficult time in managing their depression. Sometimes, their depression and fears can get the best of them. As a result, here is a short list of techniques that a person can use to help manage their depression. One of the ways to manage [...]
MANAGING THE FEAR AND ANXIETY OF THE UNKNOWN All most everybody worries about what will happen in the future. The prospect of not knowing if something good or bad will happen to you in the near future can produce a lot of fear and anxiety. As a result, here is a list of techniques [...]
On Wednesday the state House passed a bill that would require all voters to show a photo ID when they go to the polls in 2016. House Republicans made several claims regarding voters in the past. Voter fraud was one of the reasons republicans pushed the bill being passed. Our system of government depends upon [...]
The amazing thing about life is that no one can dictate your destiny. Jonathan Cooper, a former offensive lineman of North Carolina Chapel Hill proved that late Thursday afternoon as he was taken with the 7th overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft. As a child he tried to play Pop Warner football, but coaches [...]
Jason Collins made a “historic” announcement Monday that sent shockwaves through not only the NBA, but most importantly the world. The 34-year-old, who started the NBA season with the Boston Celtics and ended it with the Washington Wizards said that the “time was now”. The free agent center told Sports Illustrated in a statement on [...]
Democratic senators Mary Landrieu of Louisiana and Kay Hagan of North Carolina made headlines on Thursday. While both senators are well known for their savvy political approaches, it was their votes to expand background checks for guns that sent a buzz across America. As Mary Landrieu decided to vote in the favor of expanding background [...]
There was a sense of inspiration as the American flag swayed freely from the silver spire atop the World Trade Center on Thursday. As the flag was raised cheers could be heard from everyone in attendance. As the sun beamed down on the building construction workers stood around unfinished floor ledges to get a [...]
There has been much pressure on those individuals in charge on rather or not to extend certain stipulations on guns and their restrictions in the state North Carolina. On Monday house representatives confirmed that guns would now be allowed in restaurants and bars, on college campuses, and on walking trails. The bill received faltering approval [...]
A plan to repair the state’s tax system by cutting personal and corporate income taxes made its debut on Tuesday in North Carolina. Senate Phil Berger of Eden proposed a plan to cut personal income tax from its highest rate at 7.75 percent to a low 4.5 percent over the next three years. The plan [...]
Allscripts the medical software company has decided to add 350 jobs in Raleigh, while also making the decision to shut down several facilities across the country. Allscripts is eliminating nearly half of its 15 locations as part of its global consolidation. Allscripts’ electronic medical records software is used by medical offices, health care systems to [...]
News broke Sunday night about a $20.58 billion proposed budget that would eliminate class-size limits for the youngest public school students, put various environmental programs under the control of a state agency, and finally move the State Bureau of Investigation to a department the governors appointee would control. There would be a 2.3 percent increase [...]
In 1996, Mary Judd, a citizen of Raleigh, N.C. founded God’s Helpers, an organization in which she has fed over 500,000 meals, while also helping numerous unfortunate men, women, and children better their lives. On Saturday, Mary Judd was honored by her brother-in-law, Alvin Atkinson, and many others, during her 76th birthday held in Raleigh. [...]
A new poll has been released regarding the approval rating of President Obama. CNN and ORC international found that 53 percent of Americans approve of the job President Obama is doing. The significance of the poll is that while scandals have surrounded Obama’s administration, he has still been able to stay on the positive side [...]
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U.S. Senator Kay Hagan Supports Gay Marriage
Everyone has their own opinion on gay marriage, while no one has the authority to tell someone who they can or can not date, it is still an ongoing battle for those who choose to be in relations with someone of the same sex. On Wednesday, Democratic Senator Kay Hagan backed those individuals who choose [...]
Want to add a little drama to your makeup routine? MUA Donnie Whitsett of IC Beauty has provided step by step instructions on how to extend your eyeline.
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