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Billy Manning, an Army veteran who served with the Triple Nickles, was the first Black police chief and mayor in Spring Lake.

In her role as the Ravinia chief conductor, Marin Alsop curates and conducts a three-week stretch of programs with the CSO.

In 2001, Fayetteville elected its first Black mayor, Marshall Pitts. The city would be forever changed by the legacy he left and the changes he made.

Refugees can play a key part in relieving the skills shortage, and would benefit greatly from employment. But are employers ready and able?

Employers and job seekers invited to take part in online career week

Brad Davis was selected two years ago as the only East Tennessee skier to join Team USA in the Special Olympics World Winter Games.

The Armys first Black four-star general was also the 82nd Airborne Divisions first Black commander.

On February 17, TheatreSquared is partnering with Woman-Run, an initiative of Wright, Lindsey & Jennings, for a workshop designed to sharpen the skills of women seeking funding for their business ideas. Participants will gain confidence, develop their pitches, and learn how to navigate the unique business challenges facing women and minority business owners.

The mark Charles Chesnutt left on Fayetteville has held strong after many years, and the city still claims and honors him.

The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. as a way of launching their 2022 Breaking Barriers Autism Programs.