VIDEO: ‘Promises Made,’ the legacy of urban renewal in Durham
In the early 20th century Durham was home to dozens of African American businesses. Today however, Durham’s black community has now hit … Keep Reading
The rise of minority banking in Durham, Mechanics & Farmers Bank
For 109 years, the Mechanics & Farmers Bank has been a staple in the Durham community. Founder of N.C. Central University, James … Keep Reading
CenterFest Arts Festival takes over Downtown Durham
More than 140 artists showcased their handcrafted work at this year’s CenterFest Arts Festival in downtown Durham. CenterFest is North Carolina’s longest … Keep Reading
Death is something most of us try not to think about. It’s thrown in front of our faces when it’s in the … Keep Reading
Local 20-year-old blows the audience away in Beyú Caffé
Local artist, 20-year-old Kayla Thompson, small in stature, inherited a big voice and is hoping to be that one in a million … Keep Reading
Spectacular Magazine names WNCU News Director Woman of the Year in Education
Durham-based Spectacular Magazine is set to announce its 2016 Women and Men of the Year Awards in conjunction with Black History Month. … Keep Reading
The School of Hard Knocks Rocks
The School of Hard Knocks is a storefront gym located at 951 East Main Street in East Durham. Bishop Arnold Harris opened … Keep Reading
Samuel and Sons Barbershop: Moving on and passing the torch
Nearly four years after rebuilding his barbershop that was once burned beyond recognition, Samuel Jenkins’ Samuel and Sons Barbershop is once again … Keep Reading
VIDEO Story: Student speaks to “Historic Thousands on Jones Street”
N.C. Central University students were among several thousand North Carolinians who braved the cold on Saturday, Feb. 13, to march on the … Keep Reading
UMD Food Pantry and Clothes Closet working to make life better
With winter in full swing, Urban Ministries of Durham is extending a helping hand to families experiencing homelessness and poverty in North … Keep Reading