WINSTON-SALEM, NC ⸻ The Psi Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. is spreading a lot of holiday cheer. A few days before Thanksgiving, the brothers of Psi Phi Chapter were privileged to provide Thanksgiving meals for 25 local families. Working in coordination with local nonprofit organizations, the families were selected with recommendations from…
On Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 6:00 pm, the Hood Theological Seminary National Alumni Association held its annual 1885 Society Dinner at the Aymer Center on the campus Of Hood Theological Seminary. The 1885 Society, so named for the year of the seminary’s founding, is the Alumni Association’s premiere fund-raising arm for HTNSAA student scholarships….
Who pressed the mute button so that we are unable to hear the cries of Gaza’s babies, the sick, the aged, the hungry and the prisoners? Gaza has been muted!” Ronald A. Nathan, World Politics Editor As I viewed puffs of smoke rising in the distance the signs of bombs raining down on Gaza, I…
Sylvia Stinson Tucker, daughter of the late Elmore Fredrick Stinson and Beulah Connor Stinson, was born on August 16, 1923, in Mecklenburg County. She departed her earthly life into God’s arms on October 18, 2024, at her home. She is preceded in death by her husband, Quincy Tucker; daughter, Ruby Diane Tucker; 8 siblings, Esther…
On a brisk Friday morning, teacher candidates from the Department of Education at Livingstone College journeyed to serve their community by participating in Block Work, an initiative of the City of Salisbury Planning and Neighborhoods, Salisbury Housing Advocacy Commission, and the Salisbury Community Appearance Commission. Students met on the campus of Livingstone College at 8:45…
Salisbury, NC – December 3, 2024 – The Congregational Faith and Learning Center, also known as FaithLearnThrive (FLT), will proudly partner as the Learning Experience Sponsor at Elevate 2024, the national Christian Education Conference hosted by The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. The event, which takes place December 26–30, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri, is…
TALLAHASSEE – Florida A&M University (FAMU) announces Malinda Williams, actress, author and founder of the Arise And Shine Foundation, Inc.; and Marc H. Morial, president and CEO of the National Urban League, as the keynote speakers for the 2024 Fall Commencement Ceremonies scheduled December 13-14 at the Al Lawson Multipurpose Center. Williams will serve as…
A bright holiday surprise awaited U.S. Marine Corps veteran Tremain Mathis and his child! Recently, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) “elves” worked their magic, decorating the family’s home for the holidays with thousands of sparkling LED lights, solar-powered displays and other energy-efficient décor. An annual festive tradition, this celebration marks the 17th consecutive year…
Salisbury, NC—Livingstone College is excited to announce its 10th Winter Commencement Ceremony, featuring the esteemed Reverend Shavon Arline-Bradley as the keynote speaker. The ceremony will take place on December 13th at 10:00 AM and will mark a significant moment in the lives of our graduates and the broader community. As the president and CEO of…
Black viewers looking to see themselves reflected in original Christmas films will have plenty to choose from in December as cable networks and streaming services such as OWN, BET+ and Lifetime offer several original holiday movies featuring predominantly Black casts and storylines. Movies such as Brewster’s Millions: Christmas (BET+), Mistletoe & Matrimony (OWN) and…
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, we are reminded of the nation’s complex history—one marked by profound struggles for freedom and equality. In this moment of reflection, the intersection of the abolitionist movement and modern impact investing offers a compelling framework to examine how resources can be mobilized for systemic change. A Historical…
The U.S. Departments of Education and State have a joint initiative, International Education Week (IEW), that not only celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide but also permits educational institutions the opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate their diversity each year in November. The week of November 18-22, Livingstone College joined many around the…
On Tuesday, November 12, the Salisbury Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) partnered with the Honors Program of Livingstone College to host “Elimination of Sexual Assault Kit Backlog” facilitated by Outreach Specialist Sarah Welsch of the North Carolina Department of Justice. The event was on the campus of Livingstone College in Andrew Carnegie…
Losing a loved one is never easy. I’ve experienced the death of both of my parents within the span of the past four years, and the tears don’t stop. The emptiness is still there. The pain of not being able to call my mother and enjoy Scrabble with her and the void of not being…
Mrs. Ashley Newton, the First Lady of St. Stephen A.M.E. Zion Church in Asbury Park, NJ, has always been driven by a vision: to create a welcoming and transformative environment where children can learn about Christ, build lasting friendships, and grow in their faith. This mission has inspired her latest venture—a heartfelt children’s book titled…
November is National Family Caregivers Month. There are more than 11 million family caregivers in the U.S., and nearly half of these caregivers help someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Here in North Carolina, there are 373,000 caregivers who provide 723 million hours of unpaid care valued at $10.9 billion. Caregivers for Alzheimer’s and…
Rock Hill, SC, November 26, 2024: The Clinton College Board of Trustees is pleased to announce its search for an energetic, educationally qualified, and mission-focused individual to serve as the College’s new President. Clinton College is a historically black, private institution with a strong liberal arts tradition. The college was founded in 1894 by the…
Christmas, Kwanzaa, and additional holiday traditions that may be rooted in the Black Community play a significant role within our culture. On the night of December 31, 1862, enslaved and free African Americans gathered, many in secret, to ring in the new year and await news that the Emancipation Proclamation had taken effect. Just a…
The Life Members Council of the Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society led in the celebration at the second mass meeting on October 26, 2024, at Rockwell A.M.E. Zion Church, Charlotte, N.C. Rev. Jordan Boyd is the pastor, and Mrs. Audrey Jowers is the local chairman of the Life Members. After the praise and worship,…
December 2024, Knoxville, TN…, On Sunday, October 20, 2024, the Knoxville District Lay Council celebrated Lay Sunday at First A.M.E. Zion Church located at 1900 McCalla Avenue in Knoxville TN, where Rev. Michael J. McNair is Pastor. Ms. Tanika Harper was the Lay Hour speaker. Ms. Harper is a Knoxville native and proud alumna of…
