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As the world continues to celebrate the life of Nelson Mandela, triangle residents will have an opportunity to celebrate his legacy Saturday afternoon in Raleigh. The memorial program begins at 2p.m. at First Baptist Church, 101 S. Wilmington St. Speakers scheduled to speak include U.S. Reps. David Price and G.K. Butterfield, state Sen. Dan Blue, […]
In recent months there have been requests from the Durham community to be part of the conversation about suspensions, particularly among African-American males and students with disabilities in Durham Public Schools (DPS.) This December, DPS will host four Community Conversations with parents, non-profit and faith-based organizations, local businesses, government officials, higher education, housing communities and […]
Orange County encourages eligible residents to avoid unnecessary fees this tax season by relying on the RSVP-VITA tax preparation service. All VITA services are free, including electronic filing for both federal and state tax returns. The IRS-sponsored Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will begin its free service in early February 2014, in Orange and […]
The following is information about the December support group meeting that the Lupus Foundation of America, North Carolina Chapter (LFANC) will be hosting for those living with lupus, their family and caregivers. Wednesday, December 11, 2013 6:00-7:30PM First Presbyterian Church Wilson Parlor 305 E. Main Street Durham, N.C. 27701 The group meets on the second Wednesday of […]
Wicked weather threatens to cause havoc during your Thanksgiving travel plans. Would you rather be stuck at the airport trying to get to your destination, or guest have already arrived stuck and can’t leave?
Are you looking to pick up extra cash this holiday season? Forbes has a list of the best retailers to work for based on a survey from glassdoor.com. 1. Costco 2. Nordstrom Rack 3. J.Crew 4. Sephora 5. Ikea
The jury got the case yesterday and today found Duke Lacrosse accuser Crystal Mangum guilty of second-degree murder. Mangum stabbed boyfriend Reginald Daye with a kitchen knife during an argument in April 2011. Daye later died at the hospital 10 days from complications related to the stabbing. Jurors deliberated over four options: first-degree murder, guilty […]
SMART Academy is an academic enrichment program that ensures that “Students Maximize Academic Resources through Technology.” Led by certified Wake County Public School System teachers, the Academy’s iSTREAM curriculum uses Project-Based Learning to foster student innovation in science, technology, reading, engineering, arts and math. The Academy offers year-round programs designed to develop the 21st Century […]
Christmas may not be here until December, but you don’t have to wait until then to celebrate the holiday season. The 69th Annual Raleigh Christmas parade will be held Saturday, November 23, 2013. The parade is presented by the Greater Raleigh Merchants Association and starts at 9:40 A.M. The parade route begins at Hillsborough and […]
Michael Jordan’s 56,000 square foot mansion is on the market. It has nine bedrooms, 15 bathrooms and five fireplaces. And you can get it for the totally reasonable price of $29 million. See the pictures here.
After 3 hours of deliberation yesterday, jurors didn’t reach a verdict in the case of Crystal Mangum. The former Duke Lacrosse rape accuser is on trial for the murder of Reginald Daye, her former boyfriend. Mangum maintains that she stabbed Daye with a kitchen knife while defending herself in a domestic violence situation. Daye died […]
Did you hear about the local man who allegedly had sex with his dog??? David Lee Carter lives in Benson. The alleged event took place over the weekend. The 25-year-old man was charged with three counts of crime against nature, according to WRAL. In addition, he was charged with two counts of indecent liberties with […]
