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A sixth-grader created the greatest “I voted” sticker I’ve ever seen

A sixth-grader created the greatest “I voted” sticker I’ve ever seen

by Jeremy Markovich | Feb 16, 2024 | Elections, Jeremy Markovich

A Wake County sixth-grader designed the new “I Voted” sticker featuring a unicorn, capturing attention and sparking excitement about voting.

Latinos push for change to reflect students’ diversity

Latinos push for change to reflect students’ diversity

by Beacon Media | Feb 14, 2024 | Claudia Rivera, Education

Without representation, Latino students in North Carolina may feel like no one is looking out for their interests.

From a New Park to City Hall in Rural N.C.

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Feb 9, 2024 | Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, North Carolina, Politics, Reclaiming Rural

By Gwen Frisbie-Fulton Jason Dunkin lives out in the country on the same small plot of land he grew up on. When I met him at his house recently, the rain was beating down hard on the metal roof. He looked out the window toward the road.  “I remember my dad and my...
Rural NC town shows how you can build power from the ground up

Rural NC town shows how you can build power from the ground up

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Jan 20, 2024 | Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, North Carolina, Reclaiming Rural

How a campaign to re-open a park helped build small-town political power in Oxford, North Carolina.

How about working people on the ballot?

How about working people on the ballot?

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Jan 17, 2024 | Affordability, Elections, Gwen Frisbie-Fulton

Jayne Williams ran for Kannapolis City Council to advocate for working-class issues, and she’s not done yet.

Four Miles Through Kannapolis on Foot

Four Miles Through Kannapolis on Foot

by Jeremy Markovich | Oct 24, 2023 | Jeremy Markovich, North Carolina

Explore Dale Earnhardt’s hometown on this scenic 4-mile run, uncovering history and surprises along the way.

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