A Look at Entertainment by T.J. Moore – Comedian Wayne Brady reportedly got into a car accident that resulted in a fight with the other driver on Nov. 19, according …
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NPR’s best podcast episodes and features from across the Black experience. Some might make you laugh. Some might make you feel inspired. Others might make you uncomfortable. And some might…
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May your hearts be filled with the warmth of the season. by Nelda Holder – Writing a political column these days is not necessarily the most joyful experience imaginable. Everywhere…
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Asheville/Buncombe Black Elders Engagement Project Activities and Events Special Events Holiday Bingo – Saturday, December 16 from 12-2 p.m. Good old-fashioned fun with great prizes! Light refreshments will be provided.…
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Let a sales clerk how much you appreciate them. By Ebony Emerson – As the world struggles to figure everything out, I’ll be holding doors for strangers. You’ll find that…
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Mrs. Willie Mae Brown Daughter’s of Esther #128, Order of the Eastern Star, host birthday celebration. On December 2, 2023, the Daughters of Esther #128, Order of the Eastern Star,…
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Low Income Energy Assistance is available. The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) for the winter months is available to eligible households beginning in December. LEAP provides a one-time annual vendor…
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Local high school students learn the art of pottery from world-renowned potter Jim McDowell, (right). Photo: Robbie Francis As the holidays ramp up, OpenDoors students are winding down with the…
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Shanita “NitaJade” Jackson UNC Asheville and the Wilma Dykeman Legacy are proud to welcome Shanita “NitaJade” Jackson as the next Wilma Dykeman Writer-in-Residence in Spring 2024. This residency honors author…
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Tracey Greene-Washington, CoThinkk founder and President of Indigo Innovation Group. Photo: Aisha Adams CoThinkk supporters and honorees recently came together to celebrate the amazing work and accomplishments of community leaders…