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R. Kelly seeking release from prison, claims his life is in jeopardy

R. Kelly · Butner

R. Kelly seeking release from prison, claims his life is in jeopardy

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

R. Kelly, who is currently serving a 30-year prison sentence for multiple sex crimes, is seeking to be released from prison, claiming jail officials attempted to solicit a fellow inmate to kill him. In a court filing last week, Kelly asked a judge to be released from the Federal Correctional Institution in Butner, North Carolina. Kelly claims a prison officer “illegally accessed and stole a series of phone calls and emails” between the former m…See the Story

Black Press redefines equity goals

Oxford · Oxford

Black Press redefines equity goals

Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., the president and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), is calling for a major shift in how Black America and its allies frame the ongoing pursuit of equality. In a new push led by the Black Press, Chavis announced that “Merit, Advancement, and Opportunity” – or M.A.O. – will replace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as the movement’s guiding language. “The Black Press is proudly moving for…Read Article

OP-ED: From D.E.I. to Merit, Advancement and Opportunity (M.A.O.)

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

BLACKPRESSUSA.COM NEWSWIRE — Advancement is key to M.A.O. to ensure that progress is based on performance and work-related contributions to success and mission fulfillment. Opportunity in M.A.O. is an outcome that provides equal access to resources, training, and to increased chances for success, regardless of background.Oxford · Oxford See the Story

Ancient Dances Weaving Identity and Resistance in Creedmoor

The Union of Dances in Creedmoor was also a space for dialogue between different regions of the United States. By Alicia De Dios Fernández This past weekend, Creedmoor, North Carolina, became the epicenter of a deeply significant cultural celebration: the Union of Dances, an event that brought together renowned Guardians of our ancestral culture with extensive experience in the preservation of Mexican cultural heritage in the United States inclu…Creedmoor, North Carolina · Creedmoor Read Article

NC Made: 3 UNC Alumni launched Butner-based startup behind 'The Nugget'

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Three alumni from UNC founded a Butner-based startup that produces 'The Nugget,' a family-friendly play couch.Startups · Butner Read Article

Durham man killed in road-rage shooting just off I-85 in Butner; Henderson duo arrested, police say

75% Center coverage: 4 sources

A Henderson couple are now charged with first-degree murder following the shooting around 6:30 p.m. Monday at the intersection of Gate #2 Road and the I-85 Northbound off ramp, according to a Butner Public Safety news release.Butner · Butner See the Story

Shaw Univ Law School: The Mother of Southern Legal Minds

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer Shaw University holds a unique and vital place in the history of legal education in North Carolina and throughout the South. Founded in 1865, Shaw University stands as a testament to the vision and determination of its founders, and its legacy continues to resonate today. Often called the “Mother of all Southern HBCUs,” Shaw provided the foundation upon which many other historically Black colleges and universi…Education · Granville County Read Article

Improving Infrastructure for a Sustainable Future: I-85 SSI Project

SGWASA's I-85 SSI Project boosts sewer capacity, supports growth, and protects water quality with sustainable infrastructure for Granville County, NC. BUTNER, NC, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The South Granville Water and Sewer Authority (SGWASA) launched the I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement (SSI) Project, a transformative infrastructure initiative designed to expand the capacity of the regional sewer system, improve water …Infrastructure · Granville County Read Article

Tractor Supply property in Creedmoor sells for $4.7M to major REIT

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Realty Income Corp. has acquired a Tractor Supply Co. store in Creedmoor, paying nearly $4.7 million for the 11-acre property. While Granville County’s population has dipped slightly, investors like Realty Income and Meritage Homes continue to bet on its long-term potential.Property · Creedmoor Read Article

Mike Bryant to succeed Dena Diorio as Mecklenburg County manager

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Mecklenburg commissioners on Tuesday named Mike Bryant to replace outgoing County Manager Dena R. Diorio, who will retire on June 30.Bryant currently serves as a deputy county manager and has spent the last 22 years in county government.Why it matters: As Mecklenburg’s chief administrator, the county manager is responsible for day-to-day oversight of Mecklenburg’s 6,000-plus employees and $2.5 billion budget, guided by priorities established by …Granville County · Granville County See the Story

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