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The North Carolina Central University (NCCU) Art Museum presents “Durham’s Finest,” an exhibition of outstanding student artwork from Durham Public Schools (DPS) from January 22-February 10, 2012. In this select show, four two-dimensional pieces of art represent each of the schools, plus three-dimensional artwork is also featured. This unique show is the school system’s only […]
Atlantic Starr made their mark with hits like “Secret Lovers” and the wedding classic “Always”. But the band had its roots as a close-knit group of nine friends and family members, hailing from a small town in upstate New York, who were devoted to fun and to funk. With help from Commodores producer James Anthony […]
Volunteers are the heart and soul of the Meals on Wheels program, providing the warm, human touch that means so much to the home-bound individual. Meals of Wheels needs you assistance. Currently they need: 1. A set of twin sheets 2. Women’s panties (size 8 – briefs) 3. Dish Towels 4. Washcloths 5. A red […]
Mellody talks with the TJMS about New Year’s resolutions that invlove spending. LISTEN
Mary J. Blige has poured her heart out to fans throughoutt her musical career. This super -fan sends out best wishes and much continued success to the Queen of hip- hop and R &b. Happy birthday Mary J. Blige. This nine time Grammy Award winning artist has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. She is the only […]
Out-of-work professionals interested in sharpening their skills to become more competitive in today’s job market should mark their calendars now for a free workshop next week designed specifically for adult professionals. The Professional Placement Network is hosting “What Are You Worth? Understanding the Value of the Job Offer,” a workshop that will cover what the […]
On Thursday, January 26, 2012 at 6:00 PM, the Orange County Main Library will begin offering a series of public computer classes. Classes are for beginning adult computer users and no previous computer experience is necessary. Computer classes offered in this series will include: Computer Basics, Internet and E-mail, Introduction to Microsoft Word, Online Job […]
Triangle Restaurant Week is back! This year’s event will feature more than 80 of the areas premiere and local eateries throughout Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas and introduce several new venues to the line-up, including Raleigh’s 518 West, Mia Francesca, Mantra Indian Cuisine & Bar and Chapel Hill’s Gregorias, Saffron and more. Pricing […]
A task force created by Gov. Perdue will meet Tuesday to make a final recommendation on how to compensate the victims of North Carolina’s eugenics program. Prospective amounts have ranged from $20,000 to $50,000 per victim. Between 1929 and 1974, the state sterilized 7,600 people. It’s estimated that 2,300 victims are still alive in North […]
Durham police is investigating its third homicide since the start of the new year. This news has the community raising their voice to put an end to violent crime. “That’s my blood, that’s my baby, that was my child,” said Angel Harris. A family is mourning after a drive-by shooting in Durham Sunday night left […]
In 2002, stripper Tamara Greene was rumored to have performed for then-Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick at the city’s Manoogian Mansion. Months later, she turned up dead. SEE ALSO: Teen Beaten Unconscious Over Bus Seat N’Dour Halts Music Career For Presidency In Detroit and elsewhere, the murder of Greene has been the subject of whispers and […]
Teddy Pendergrass started singing gospel music in Philadelphia churches, becoming an ordained minister at ten years old. While attending public school, he sang in the citywide McIntyre Elementary School Choir and in the All-City Stetson Junior High School Choir. A self-taught drummer, Pendergrass had a teen pop vocal group when he was 15. By his […]
