When megachurch pastor J.D. Greear became the 62nd president of the Southern Baptist Convention, he saw all kinds of statistics headed in all kinds of directions.
In the Gospel of Mark 4: 35-41, the apostle tells us the following about a boat ride Jesus took with his disciples:
“For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free, and we were all made to drink of one Spirit.” I — Corinthians 12:13
Jesus made the point several times that in order to really “get him,” we must be like children.
An unsuccessful attempt to close Elizabeth City State University several years ago wasn’t the first time state officials tried to close the historically Black school.
EDENTON — Shortly after being discharged from the U.S. Army in 1917, Philip McMullan Sr. began working at the Edenton Cotton Mill.
A Currituck County resident recently placed third in a national public speaking contest that included competitors from 11 states.
A J.P. Knapp Early College student who is dually enrolled at College of The Albemarle is the college’s 2021 recipient of the North Carolina Community College System Academic Excellence Award.
EDENTON — The Edenton-Chowan Schools Board of Education has voted to incorporate two designs chosen by community residents into the district’s new high school planned at the current John A. Holmes High School site.
I’m pulling for Tiger Wood to recover fully from his crash last week.
Kevin Jacot first got interested in photography as a young Coast Guardsman, shooting images of the natural world he encountered during his travels.
This month’s First Friday ArtWalk will feature both the new and the old: a number of new artists and a new wine bar and the showing of an old movie.
Because of his interest in the visual arts, Michael Williams Jr. felt College of The Albemarle was the right place to begin pursuing his dream of becoming a graphic designer and filmmaker.
The Camden County Schools has released its A and A/B honor rolls for the second nine weeks. The following students were named to the rolls:
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable and undefiled and will not fade away, reserved in h…
Museum of the Albemarle serves as the archive for the people and stories of the Albemarle region. Their oral histories and material culture make up the collections, exhibits and educational activities inside the museum. We receive visitors from many parts of the world, and they leave with hi…
ENGELHARD — This month marks the 52nd anniversary of Hyde County residents’ six-day trek to the state capital to protest their county Board of Education’s handling of school desegregation.
A mural at Elizabeth City State University celebrating the history of blues music mimics Leonardo Da Vinci’s iconic Last Supper.
Have you ever noticed in the Bible what losers God chose as his earthly representatives?
As mentoring coordinator for River City YouthBuild, Destiny Robinson works to connect teens and young people in need of life skills with adults who can provide advice on obtaining those skills.
A Durham painter best known for her depictions of horses and an Edenton potter best known for his functional pots will be the featured artists for March at Arts of the Albemarle.
GREENVILLE — Many people are changed forever when they have unexpected brushes with greatness.
There are so many reasons why choosing Elizabeth City as the home of the inaugural Coast Guard run was easy.
Both Elizabeth City State University and College of The Albemarle have been named a Military Friendly School in recognition of their programs and services for veterans and their families.
I am fascinated by those people refusing to wear face masks to protect themselves and others from the spread of the coronavirus.
Even before the coronavirus crisis, this question haunted pastors: What in God’s name are we supposed to do with the internet?
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.” — Philippians 4:4
EDENTON — Chowan County residents began reviewing proposed designs this week for Edenton-Chowan Schools’ planned new school to replace the current John A. Holmes High School.
Long ago I awoke one morning to a day that in the pastoral ministry all ministers dread. Two wonderful families, independent of one another but both resolute components of our small congregation, unexpectedly experienced tragedies you would never wish upon anyone.
Professional photographer Amanda Kielar enjoys providing families snapshots from their lives that they can cherish forever.
Rubenia Williams is a living example of some remarkable Black history here in Pasquotank County.
GREENVILLE — Green Saves Green had numerous events derailed in 2020 due to COVID-19. As vaccines roll out and a chance of normalcy approaches on the horizon, the group has begun to plan for its comeback.
Editor’s note: The following is a condensed version of a recent sermon delivered by the Rev. C. Renee Edwards, pastor of Mt. Hermon and Woodland United Methodist churches.
The early minutes of Unanimity Lodge No. 7 in Edenton list several noteworthy Colonial-era Freemasons who visited there between 1775 and 1778.
The early minutes of Unanimity Lodge No. 7 in Edenton list several noteworthy Colonial-era Freemasons who visited there between 1775 and 1778.
ENGELHARD — If you want to find out about the Octagon House in Hyde County, Clare Baum is the person to ask.
The Elizabeth City State University Foundation is hoping to raise $100,000 from next month’s 14th annual Founders Day Scholarship Gala.
Editor’s note: The following is the first installment in a series of “Student Success” stories featuring College of The Albemarle graduates.
The Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools released the following honor rolls for the second nine weeks from Elizabeth City Middle School, River Road Middle School, ECP Early College, Northeastern High School, and Pasquotank County High School.
Editor’s Note: This story by Know Your Value staff was conducted as part of its “50 Over 50” partnership with Forbes, which highlights women who have shattered gender and age norms, and achieved notable success later in life.
“And above all these things put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.” — Colossians 3:14
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