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Which book? Embracing Youth's summer camp kicks off creativity

Jun 24, 2026 at 07:00 am by Arthur-RB

Carol’s Variety Venue was abuzz last Monday, June 15, 2026, morning, according to Embracing Youth Inc., organizer Mable Hall, who began her inaugural two-day Summer Camp.... Read More

Author shares new book, ‘We Are Here’ at Juneteenth event in Roper

Jun 24, 2026 at 06:50 am by Arthur-RB

Roper’s African-American Museum and Cultural Arts Center once again celebrated its annual Juneteenth program over the weekend, welcoming many of the county’s most.... Read More

Pocosin second-graders write, illustrate published book

Jun 24, 2026 at 06:50 am by Arthur-RB

Under the guidance and encouragement of teaching assistant Renee Hodges, second-graders at Pocosin Innovative Charter School embarked on their journey to become published auth.... Read More

When effort becomes optional: Why NC should end grade floors

Jun 24, 2026 at 06:45 am by N_BLayton

By Bryce Fieldler Carolina Journal When I first learned about so-called “grade floors,” I struggled to believe it. A friend — who at the time serv.... Read More

Reform, power and the unintended consequences of political success

Jun 24, 2026 at 06:45 am by N_BLayton

By Scott Perry By any measure, Phil Berger has become one of the most influential political figures in modern North Carolina history. Rising to prominence durin.... Read More