A recent study by WalletHub ranked the best and worst cities for singles in America, with Raleigh and Durham landing at No. 84 and No. 153, respectively. Factors considered in the study included the cost of dating activities, social clubs, music festivals, and gender balance. WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo highlighted the importance of favorable conditions […]
Attorney General Jeff Jackson has intervened in Duke Energy’s proposed rate hikes, permitting a 15% increase over the next two years as the case goes before the North Carolina Utilities Commission. Governor Josh Stein opposes the hikes, citing burdens on residents; he also vetoed a bill that could add $23 billion in costs and created […]
The Wake school board will vote Tuesday on updates to its cellphone policy to comply with a new state law requiring stricter rules by Jan. 1. The proposed changes would require students to disable smart features on smart glasses, expanding a rule that currently applies only to smartwatches, and still require cellphones to be put […]
After nearly nine decades of serving classic Southern comfort food, K&W Cafeterias has officially closed all of its locations. The company, which opened its first cafeteria in 1937 in Winston-Salem and remained family-operated ever since, became more than a restaurant to many—serving as a gathering place for Sunday meals, family traditions, and warm memories shared […]
Wondering how to cook the perfect turkey this Thanksgiving? If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed, you are not alone. Getting that golden-brown bird on the table can feel like a major task, but a few key tips can make all the difference. First, let’s talk about thawing. Frozen turkeys need several days to thaw safely […]
John P. Kee, often hailed as the prince of gospel music, is making a triumphant return after overcoming significant health challenges. Following a two-year battle with prostate cancer and a flesh-eating infection that required multiple surgeries, Kee is back with a new album, Throwback: An Evening with John P. Kee, Part 1. The project, releasing on […]
Grammy Award-winning gospel artist and actress Tamela Mann is venturing into a new business showcasing her love for all things flavor and spice. The singer announced that she is releasing Mama Mann’s Kitchen Seasoning Blend Collection. “Mama Mann’s Kitchen is all about love you can taste,” said Mann in a statement with the Gospel Music […]
Media mogul Tyler Perry has donated nearly $1.4 million to charitable organizations supporting families affected by the lapse in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). “If you’ve never been poor, then you may not fully understand the life changing impact SNAP benefits mean to hard-working people, to our seniors and to our children,” the director told […]
Gospel legend Yolanda Adams is set to make her Broadway debut in Hell’s Kitchen, the acclaimed musical inspired by Alicia Keys’ life and music. The four-time Grammy Award winner will step into the role of Miss Liza Jane, a character originally brought to life by Tony Award winner Kecia Lewis. Adams, 64, will begin her Broadway […]
Community members are preparing to gather for the 27th Annual Veterans Day Celebration on November 11th. The event will take place at the Sampson County Agri-Exposition Center and is dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of all veterans. Sponsored by several local organizations, the ceremony stands as a significant tradition in the county. It […]
Voters across 380 North Carolina municipalities will head to the polls Tuesday for local elections that will shape city leadership for years to come. In Durham, Mayor Leonardo Williams is defending his seat against challenger Anjanee Bell after a decisive primary victory. The Durham City Council also faces potential changes, with several members in competitive […]
A federal government shutdown threatens to halt SNAP benefits for North Carolina households starting Nov. 1 unless Congress restores funding. In response, the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina is mobilizing to prevent widespread food insecurity. The food bank has identified essential items for donation to support families who will be affected. Several […]