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From the coast, to the Capital, to the Queen City! The Carolinian is a Newspaper that has been servin In 1940 PR Jervay, Sr. PR, Jr.

introduced The Carolinian newspaper to the black community of Raleigh, North Carolina. For five decades The Carolinian, and six additional affiliate newspapers, covered community news, entertainment, society and employment opportunities for a good portion of the state. The torch was then passed on to his son PR Jervay, Jr. The next 30 years saw challenges that had not tested the newspaper before.

was faced with great competition in 24 hour news coverage on television and the explosion of the internet. The seven newspapers were consolidated into two and the Carolinian machine kept on rolling. Now the third generation publisher of The Carolinian has taken the reins. Adria Jervay has stepped into history by taking control of the largest African American newspaper in North Carolina. The Carolinian is 78 years strong, statewide and still growing.

11/01/2025

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- January is National Mentoring Month, the perfect opportunity for aspiring and established small business owners to connect with an experienced SCORE mentor to take their business to the next level. As the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, SCORE provides free, expert mentoring to entrepreneurs in all 50 states and U.S. territories and is dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals.

“For the past 60 years, SCORE has connected more than 17 million entrepreneurs with experienced mentors for advice and support, leading to increased revenue and overall business success,” said SCORE CEO Bridget Weston. “Whether you are just starting out or have been in business for years, even a few mentoring sessions can make a huge difference for your small business.”

The benefits of mentorship

Finding the right mentor can be transformative, providing guidance and support that can significantly impact a business’s trajectory. Specifically, entrepreneurs who receive three or more hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased business growth.

A mentor provides actionable guidance on navigating the complexities of business ownership, offering support and encouragement during challenging times. They can help entrepreneurs develop crucial skills, refine their business strategies and build confidence in their abilities. Mentors also serve as sounding boards, providing objective perspectives on critical decisions and helping entrepreneurs avoid potential pitfalls. This personalized support can benefit entrepreneurs at all stages of business development.

“Sometimes we struggle with parts of our business that are not our specialty but that are important components of what we need to do to be successful,” said SCORE client Anelis Coscioni, executive director of the Toy Lending Library of South Dakota. “Our mentor helps us better understand those components and supports our business growth.”

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10/01/2025

The Raleigh Chamber “Economic Forecast: Launch 2025”
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By Ms Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer

On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Raleigh’s business community gathered at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts for “Economic Forecast: Launch 2025,” presented by Wells Fargo. the highly anticipated event drew a crowd eager for insights into the economic outlook for the coming year. Business leaders seeking a competitive edge in 2025 found what they were looking for: “Launch 2025” provided a comprehensive overview of the national and local economic outlook, commercial real estate trends, and the local business landscape. The event began with a networking breakfast at 7:00 AM, followed by the main program from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, where attendees were treated to presentations and a panel discussion from leading economic experts and local business leaders. Participants gained actionable insights and connected with key figures shaping the future of Raleigh’s economy, setting the stage for a successful year ahead.

The discussions covered a wide range of topics, including the local economy, potential policy changes, the impact of tariffs, and the effects of the new administration. Jay Bryson, Managing Director and Chief Economist for Wells Fargo, asserted that the American consumer would ultimately bear the cost of any tariffs imposed. “The domestic country pays for the tariff,” he stated. “We could get a little bit of an inflation shock if that happens, taking a hit to consumer spending growth.” Bryson also touched upon the AI revolution, stating, “Any technology revolution is job-creating. Net, net tech changes are job creating, increasing income for somebody. More productive employees increase their income, or that of the company. With more real income, we have more resources to spend on goods and services somewhere else in the company. It will create other jobs in other industries that people can’t even dream of today. Revolution is a positive thing for society.”

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09/01/2025

RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Museum of History is thrilled to announce the 24th Annual African American Cultural Celebration (AACC), set for Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This hallmark event kicks off Black History Month in North Carolina with a vibrant showcase of history, culture, and artistry.

This year’s festival will be held at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, a temporary venue change due to ongoing renovations at the North Carolina Museum of History. The renovations aim to expand and enhance future visitor experiences.

For more than two decades, the AACC has connected North Carolinians with the richness of African American heritage through performances, workshops, demonstrations, and more. This year’s event will feature live music, storytelling, presentations, and crafts.

Event highlights include:
Virtual Education Day: Students, teachers, and lifelong learners are invited to a free Virtual Education Day on Friday, Jan. 24. The event will include storytelling by members of the North Carolina Association of Black Storytellers and music performances during a live-streamed session held in conjunction with the annual AACC Education Day.

Opening Procession and Welcome: The celebration begins at 10:30 a.m. with a vibrant rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”

Workshops and Talks: Explore the life of Peter Oliver, one of North Carolina’s earliest African American potters; learn about the Negro Baseball League with “Warrior on the Mound” author Sandra Headen; and hear the story behind the new North Carolina Freedom Park.

Visit NC-AACC.com for more details.

08/01/2025

ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — Flipping through a family album, Keachia Bowers paused on a photo of her as a baby on her father’s lap as he held the 1978 album “Africa Stand Alone” by the Jamaican reggae band Culture.

“When I was 10 years old, I was supposed to come to Ghana with him,” she said. A day earlier, she had marked 10 years since her father’s death. Though he was a Pan-Africanist who dreamed of visiting Ghana, he never made it here.

Bowers and her husband, Damon Smith, however, are among the 524 diaspora members, mostly Black Americans, who were granted Ghanaian citizenship in a ceremony in November.

Bowers and Smith moved to Ghana from Florida in 2023 after visiting the region several times between them since the ’90s. They now run a tour business that caters to Black people who want to visit Ghana or elsewhere in West Africa, or like them have come to consider a permanent move.
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06/01/2025

The Black Holiday Social & Toy Drive was held on Thursday, December 19th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hilton Durham near Duke University.

This wasn’t just a party—it was a powerful gathering of Black-led organizations like the Greater Durham Black Chamber of Commerce, The Center for Black Health & Equity, and the Black Data Processing Associates, all coming together to celebrate and empower our community.

Unwrapped toys were brought for the Holiday Toy Drive in an effort to make a difference in a child’s life this season! Plus, networking with community leaders, enjoying great prizes, and spreading some holiday cheer was an added bonus.

The Raleigh-Durham Chapter of the National Black MBA Association is comprised of close to 300 members with graduate or undergraduate degrees who have experience in a multitude of disciplines including, but not limited to consulting, management, engineering, health care, supply chain management, technology, finance, retail, marketing, accounting, science and advertising. Our members are corporate professionals, academic scholars, as well as high school, undergraduate, and graduate students.

The RDU Chapter works judiciously to foster the intellectual and economic wealth of the Black community. (Photos by Mathias Bishop)

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05/01/2025

The JW Ligon Alumni Association made a donation to Ligon Magnet Middle School’s Holiday Gift Program. The money will benefit the children and families who attend the school. On Thursday, December 12, 2024 the donation was received.
Pictured from left to right, holding the check, is: Kelly Gold, PTA President, Janet Jones, interim co-chair, JW Ligon Alumni Association, Trinity Pellas, School Social Worker and Jackson Glasgow, 6th grade Assistant Principal.

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04/01/2025

MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Lt. Cmdr. Ariel Campbell, right, a native of Raleigh, North Carolina, serves with Naval Medical Forces Atlantic (NMFL) in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Campbell, a 2002 graduate of Leesville Road High School, joined the Navy 14 years ago. Additionally, Campbell is a 2007 and 2010 undergraduate of East Carolina University.

“My father served in the Army and enjoyed his time,” said Campbell. “I always knew I wanted to work in healthcare, and Navy Medicine offered a way to add extra excitement to something I already loved.”

When asked what she enjoys most about her job, Campbell said,” Working in a field that helps and saves lives is incredibly rewarding. At my prior command at the Pentagon as a Congressional Appropriations Liaison, I had the ability to use my experience in healthcare, Navy Medicine, and Big Navy to liaise and influence legislation in support of the mission of operational medicine in conjunction with the mission of warfighting. Participating in the Navy’s collaborations with Congress for the greater good gave me a new perspective and appreciation for our country’s and military’s leadership. Our country’s leaders showed bipartisan care and consideration for our forces, and Navy leadership demonstrated care for each individual sailor and Marine collectively with global operations. Part of my duties as a liaison involved taking elected officials to oversee defense funding at work. The opportunity allowed me to experience different aspects of the Navy and the military at large. I learned about policy, legislation, and the greater construct of our country’s defense. Having the bigger picture put my own contribution into perspective. I feel more inspired and equipped to keep the Navy moving in a positive, modernized, and optimized direction.”

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03/01/2025

The Iota Iota Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. did their annual Christmas projects on Saturday, December 21st. This is a special time of the year the chapter enjoys by giving back to the community. Uplift is our fourth cardinal principle. This principle truly comes alive during the holiday season. The first project of the Iota Iota Chapter began with the Omega C.H.A.M.P.S. mentoring program Annual Hats, Socks, and Gloves Donation to the Helping Hand Mission. The men of the Iota Iota chapter and the O.M.E.G.A Champs donated 234 hats, 432 pairs of socks, 340 pair of gloves and 212 scarves to the Helping Hand Mission on 623 Rock Quarry Rd in Raleigh. Our efforts contribute to the Helping Hand Mission of supporting people and families in need with these necessities, as we approach the winter season. Following the Helping Hand Mission, the chapter participated in Breakfast with Santa at the Tarboro Rd. Park Community Center. A donation was made to the center on behalf of the Omega C.H.A.M.P.S for $200 dollars. Annual Christmas Shopping Project at Wal-Mart, located on 4500 Fayetteville Rd. The Social Action Committee provided $100 gift cards to over 30 less fortunate children to shop for Christmas. The Walmart Raleigh-Fayetteville Rd. has been a long-time partner with the Iota Iota Chapter on this project to help further along our community service initiatives.

Article submitted by Iota Iota Chapter Vice Basileus-Bro. Quando Gerst

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03/01/2025

Did anyone else notice the moon falling out of the sky tonight? 🌙✨

02/01/2025

By: Jheri Worldwide
Staff Writer

As we step into 2025, our attention, clicks, and engagement are invaluable to the establishment. But who is really and truly worth our incalculable attention? These five dynamic individuals and organizations are poised to make significant strides in their respective fields, leaving a lasting impact on business, media, and our community. From entrepreneurial giants to innovative media platforms, these folks and their platforms represent the spirit of innovation, resilience, and social impact that will define 2025 and beyond. Their leadership, vision, and commitment to empowering communities are worth a follow as they continue to break barriers and redefine success, these are the five to follow in 2025:
1. Mellody Hobson (Co-CEO of Ariel Investments)
2. Don Peebles (Chairman & CEO of The Peebles Corporation)
3. Earn Your Leisure (EYL) (Media platform revolutionizing financial literacy and entrepreneurship)
4. Sheila Johnson (Co-founder of BET and CEO of Salamander Hotels and Resorts)
5. The Carolinian (Historic newspaper rooted in North Carolina's Black community)

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01/01/2025

January 1, 1804 Marked Haiti’s Triumph and Their Declaration of Independence
By Claudia Sutherland, Contributor
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The Haitian Revolution has often been described as the largest and most successful slave rebellion in the Western Hemisphere. Enslaved people initiated the rebellion in 1791 and by 1803 they had succeeded in ending not just slavery but French control over the colony. The Haitian Revolution, however, was much more complex, consisting of several revolutions going on simultaneously. These revolutions were influenced by the French Revolution of 1789, which would come to represent a new concept of human rights, universal citizenship, and participation in government.

In the 18th century, Saint Domingue, as Haiti was then known, had become France’s wealthiest overseas colony, generating more revenue for France than all 13 North American colonies for Great Britain. This wealth came largely because of the island’s production of sugar, coffee, indigo, and cotton generated by an enslaved labor force. When the French Revolution broke out in 1789 there were five distinct sets of interest groups in the colony. There were white planters—who owned the plantations and the slaves—and petit blancs, who were artisans, shop keepers and teachers. Some of them also owned a few slaves. Together they numbered 40,000 of the colony’s residents. Many of the whites on Saint Domingue began to support an independence movement that began when France imposed steep tariffs on the items imported into the colony. The planters were extremely disenchanted with France because they were forbidden to trade with any other nation. Furthermore, the white population of Saint Domingue did not have any representation in France. Despite their calls for independence, both the planters and petit blancs remained committed to the institution of slavery.

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01/01/2025

Very concerning flag seeming flying in this morning. Councilmen Josh Harris addresses the flag via Facebook. We will continue to follow this story.

01/01/2025

Diversifying The N.C. Film Industry
By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer

The film industry has long been known for its glamour, but it is also a world where your connections often matter more than your skills. However, a North Carolina-based organization, the Film Partnership of North Carolina (FPNC), is working to break this mold and open up opportunities for a more diverse range of voices and talent in the industry.

Founded in Wilmington in 2021 by Susi Hamilton, Darla McGlamery, and Lauren Vilchik, the Film Partnership is a non-profit organization with a mission to diversify and grow the state’s film, television, and digital streaming workforce. The partnership aims to ensure that North Carolinians from all backgrounds can access the rapidly growing entertainment industry in the state.

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31/12/2024

CARY CELEBRATES KWANZAA—About two hundred people attended the Town of Cary’s Kwanzaa Celebration at the Cary Arts Center. The program featured the best in traditional Kwanzaa performers and presenters that embraced African culture through dance, drumming, storytelling, poetry and visual arts. (Photos by Mathias Bishop.)

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26/12/2024

On Sunday November 10, 2024, The Beta Phi Chapter held its annual Achievement Week Event at Orange Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Durham, N.C. The Master of Ceremony was John Clark, Co-Anchor of ABC 11 News. L-R: Bro Bryan Patton-Superior Service Award, Bro. Cory Rawlinson-Citizen of the Year, Star Studded Awards- Bro Phillip Harrington, Bro John Ervin, Bro Phillip Terry-Omega Man of the Year Award, Bro Derrick Glypm- Brigadier General Charles Young Military Award & Bro Curtis Lawson- Founders Award. Not pictured is Bro Noel Brooks-Basileus Award & Maya Roseboro-Beta Phi High School Essay Winner N.C. School of Science & Math. (M.O.I. Photo)

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25/12/2024

As the year comes to a close, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our subscribers and followers. Your support and engagement inspire us to continue delivering meaningful stories and insights.

Wishing you a joyous and peaceful Christmas, filled with warmth and cherished moments with loved ones.

Thank you for being an integral part of The Carolinian community. Here’s to a bright and successful year ahead!

24/12/2024

Empowering Women Through Fi****ms Training, Safety
By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer
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Dr. Joy Allen’s journey from clinical research executive to fi****ms trainer and community advocate is defined by a passion for empowerment and a commitment to creating safe spaces for women in the world of fi****ms education.

Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Allen founded InHER Piece, a pioneering business that offers inclusive and accessible fi****ms training, personal protection education, and community-building opportunities for women from all walks of life.

Allen’s relationship with fi****ms began at a crossroads in her life. When she turned 40, she wanted to tick an item off her bucket list: learning to shoot.

“It was honestly just a bucket list type thing– I thought it’d be fun. I wasn’t necessarily a fan of guns but I wasn’t really against them either, I was just kind of impartial,” Allen said.

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24/12/2024

Citizen Spotlight: Conversation with Mr. White Our Barber & Business Man
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By: Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer

In 1940, when Sylvester White Jr. was born in St Agnes hospital in Raleigh, North Carolina the local population was 46,000 people. Around 40% of the population were living in poverty on the heels of the great depression, folks grew their own food, and the southside of Raleigh was a tightknit church going community. Mr. White shared a vivid image of the time, “You know, early years, people didn’t have a lot of money. The average person only had about $45, at the most, $60 coming to the household per week. I remember seeing my dad’s paycheck. Paycheck less than $39 to $42 a week. My mother didn’t work, so whatever he brought in, that’s what we had to live off of, and that’s what we did. She stayed home. Never worked, and nursed all ten of us and it created a bond that still remains. All ten of us are still alive, and we love and care about each other. We take care of each other, because that’s the way we were brought up. But the neighborhood now has changed, I might say for the better as far as the value of the properties and upgrading the community. But at the same time, for some people a little burden, because the tax values of the property went up. Across the street there’s houses worth $400,000 that was not there three years ago. That means your property value goes up to. So for some people, it probably has been somewhat of a burden. But, you know, if you’re going to have things you got to make some sacrifices, in order to achieve, in order to have some things. So let it pitch in and work together.”

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