Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: Data center organizing putting candidates on notice across N.C. 

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Sep 8, 2026 | Beacon Voices, Data Centers, Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, Technology

North Carolina data center proposals are rousing many to take on local battles across ideological and partisan lines in communities across the state.  By Gwen Frisbie-Fulton Beacon Media Photo by Nils Huenerfuerst on Unsplash If you drive through...

Kimberly Jones: Educators lost their ‘Leandro’ rallying cry — now we rally around purpose

by Kimberly Jones | Aug 26, 2026 | Beacon Voices, Education, Kimberly Jones

The court case that North Carolina educators had long been hopeful would prod a reluctant General Assembly to produce a better public education system was dismissed this year by North Carolina’s top court. Those who care about North Carolina’s public schools need a...

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: This July 4th, a look back — and forward — at North Carolina’s collective power

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Jun 30, 2026 | Beacon Voices, Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, Local Organizing

North Carolina’s history is replete with examples of how community organizing made life better for so many of our communities. Does N.C.’s past hold the blueprint for a better collective future? Photo by Camylla Battani on Unsplash By Gwen...

Martin Henson: Juneteenth is my Fourth of July

by Martin Henson | Jun 24, 2026 | Beacon Voices, Black Community, Martin Henson

Juneteenth has always felt to the writer, a Black man, like the day when those who care about the freedom of Black people in America can truly call a day of independence. By Martin Henson Beacon Media Juneteenth is my Fourth of July. It comes with all my favorite...

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: The real reason we’re told to hate Pride

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Jun 16, 2026 | Beacon Voices, Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, LGBTQ+, North Carolina, North Carolina Community, Women's rights

Small town pride events showcase the best of us. Why do some still want to stoke hate? By Gwen Frisbie-Fulton Beacon Media Editor’s note: This column, first published in 2024, has been updated from its original version. Photo by Tong Su on Unsplash From...

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: This small town drag brunch brought threats — then sparked long-term activism

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Mar 20, 2026 | Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, LGBTQ+, Local Organizing, North Carolina Community

In 2022, restaurant owner Tiffany Dahle in Stanly County, N.C., hosted a drag brunch that drew threats. Here’s why she’s still fighting for her community.  By Gwen Frisbie-Fulton  Working Class Storytelling Photo by Nico Ruge on Unsplash...