The North Carolina Heritage Awards is a testament to the state's commitment to safeguarding its cultural heritage. Traditional arts and crafts have been passed down from generation to generation, and these awards serve as a platform to recognize the exceptional skills, creativity, and dedication of those who keep these traditions alive. By recognizing and supporting these artisans, the awards inspire the continuation of North Carolina's vibrant cultural heritage.
The North Carolina Municipality Working Group for New Americans invites you to participate in the first 2023 LANGUAGE ACCESS VIRTUAL CONFERENCE. Language access is foundational to an inclusive and culturally responsive educational ecosystem.
The state of emergency declared nation-wide due to COVID-19 led to the creation of public health policies that aimed to protect citizens from the health contingency. The laws included continuous Medicaid coverage under which beneficiaries were guaranteed uninterrupted coverage, with no need for an annual redetermination on the basis of changes in their household or their income.
Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited and toured Wilburn Elementary School in Raleigh to celebrate Read Across America Week. During the event, Governor Cooper visited classrooms and read to students. “Read Across America Week is an important time to celebrate the knowledge that comes from books,” Governor Cooper said. “Educators at Wilburn Elementary School work hard, and it’s important we invest in our schools so that every student and teacher has the support and resources needed to succeed.”
Establishing a morning routine and having a structured start to the day can have a significant impact on how we feel and how the rest of the day goes. By making time for activities that are important to us, such as exercising, meditating, or spending time with family, we can have more control over our time and be more productive and efficient in our daily tasks.
With a healthy breakfast: start your day with a balanced breakfast to have energy to face the day. Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day, as it provides the body with the energy and nutrients it needs to start the day off strong. Therefore, it is essential to choose healthy foods for breakfast that help maintain good health and improve physical and mental performance.
This event is a collaboration between Alliance Health, NC Med Assist, and West End Community Foundation. The event is being held at the Community Family Life and Recreation Center located at 1309 Halley Street Durham, NC on February 24th from 9:00am-2:00pm.
The pandemic federal emergency allotment for food & nutrition will end soon. We wanted to provide information for resources that can potentially supplement family needs. Also, please give as you can to our local food banks and pantries. Please share with others. #WeKnowandWeCare
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Success in life is the result of having clear goals and an effective action plan to achieve them. Without an action plan, it's easy to get lost in direction and motivation, which can lead...
Conversations around mental wellness can be lifesaving and take many forms within different communities and cultures. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 50% of Americans will experience a mental health condition in their lifetime. The impacts of COVID-19 continue to affect both mental and physical wellness in youth as well as adults.
In this photographic exhibition, artist Edgar Bernal takes us on a visual journey through the Fiesta de la Octava, from the perspective of someone who lives in North Carolina, United States. The photographs capture the emotion of the celebration, showing us the devotion of the people towards their faith and their culture.
