by Admin | Nov 23, 2022 | NEWS
Exactly 52 years to the day after James Lewis Cates, Jr. died on the campus of UNC-Chapel Hill, the university is dedicating a memorial to honor his life and acknowledge his death. Then just 22 years-old, Cates — a Black man — was killed in 1970 in an act of racial...
by Admin | Oct 24, 2022 | NEWS
According to the Federal Reserve, in 2019, the median net worth of white families was $188,200—7.8 times that of their Black peers, at $24,100. That wealth gap translates to many other disparities, including in business ownership, which is heavily influenced by...
by Admin | Oct 8, 2022 | NEWS
Meklit is an Ethio-American vocalist, songwriter and composer, known for her electric stage presence and innovative, deeply personal Ethio-jazz songs. Don’t miss this Africa Fest 2022 headlining performance, presented in partnership with Carolina’s African...
by Admin | Sep 29, 2022 | NEWS
In June 2022, Orange County leadership named Dr. Shameka Fairbanks as the county’s first Chief Equity and Human Rights Officer. Fairbanks previously served as Health Equity Manager for the Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission. “Dr. Fairbanks is a...
by Admin | Sep 28, 2022 | NEWS
The Town of Carrboro is located in Orange County, North Carolina. According to 2019 US Census estimates, the town’s population is at 21,190. 29% of the population self-identified as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). Carrboro is a member of the Government...
by Admin | Sep 27, 2022 | NEWS
November is Native American Heritage Month, an opportunity for us to be mindful of our county’s rich history, diverse cultures and the important contributions of our nation’s first people. North Carolina has the largest American Indian population east of the...
