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Obama wins big in North Carolina |
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Written by Wendy Brinker, Managing Editor
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Wednesday, 07 May 2008 |
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In a not so surprising ending, long standing favorite Senator Barack Obama swept Tuesday’s Democratic primary in North Carolina, taking the state with 56% of the vote to Senator Hillary Clinton’s 42%. |
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The Power of a Mother’s Love |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 07 May 2008 |
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Many Black News readers will recognize Glenn Dale Watts, Jr.’s name. His story has graced our pages for several years. It is one of courage and strength in the face of adversity, and the ability to conquer that which seems insurmountable. |
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Written by Preach Jacobs, Cultural Editor
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Wednesday, 30 April 2008 |
 Alicia Tate and Margo Stewart share their message with girls at Booker Washington Heights Performing Arts Center It’s no surprise that times are hard for children these days. In a time where government funding is directed toward building prisons rather than establishing after-school programs, the inner city youth is often overlooked and ignored. Luckily for young girls of Columbia, A.M. Butterfles, a two-woman team dedicated to "empowering people through poetry, literature and the visual arts" is here. |
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Dr. Cleveland Sellers officially accepts position as president of Voorhees |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 30 April 2008 |
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Denmark, S.C. – On April 22, the Voorhees College Board of Trustees Chairman, Dr. Marshall B. Bass, officially named and introduced Dr. Cleveland Sellers as the eighth president of Voorhees College. |
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Reverend Lewis P. Graham of Zion Baptist Church Called Home |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 23 April 2008 |
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Reverend Lewis P. Graham, Sr. was a man of deep humility dedicated to winning souls to Jesus Christ through preaching the gospel and living a committed life. Wherever there was a need for help, Pastor Graham was there to lend a helping hand, offer leadership, and remind everyone of his favorite motto, "that whatever is done, it should be done for the glory of God." He passed suddenly early Sunday morning. |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 23 April 2008 )
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SC Black News’ Jim Edwards makes cut for first SC State Museum’s Juried Art Exhibition |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 23 April 2008 |
 “ASK IDA” © 2007 Jim Edwards - Five color inked linoleum cut using a process called relief reduction. “ASK IDA” is an acknowledgement to the tireless and fearless efforts of journalist and activist, Ida B. Wells, who over a number of years during the late 1800’s to early 1900’s, recorded the lynchings of Blacks in this country. As part of the year-long celebration of the State Museum’s 20th anniversary, the State Museum 20th Anniversary Juried Art Exhibition will kick off with a reception on Thursday, April 24 in conjunction with Artista Vista. Among those who represent the latest contemporary artists from across the state is Black News’ Associate Editor and Public Relations Director, Jim Edwards. |
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