At my first job during my high school years I worked at a women rsquo s clothing store where a female security guard dressed as a shopper followed women she thought might steal the merchandise Certain people fit profiles of those the store owners rsquo thought were suspicious Others not considered a threat were left alone I rsquo ve been profiled in stores myself and followed an interesting experience since I still recognize the tactic In sharp contrast David declared he was followed by a divine blessing mdash God rsquo s goodness and mercy These two gifts always stay close [... more]

Nikita speaks with long time friend Kirk Talley Listen as Kirk explains with walk with God and how it's impacted him in his coaching career [... more]

The closing of public school buildings across North Carolina has forced students into remote learning for the final months of the school year But thousands of students have not logged on to participate in a single online education session Terry Stoops John Locke Foundation vice president for research and director of education studies analyzes the impact for educational attainment in N C schools Gov Roy Cooper's economic shutdown has prompted a number of complaints from business owners workers and other government officials Gaston County Commissioner Tracy Philbeck has offered vocal opposition to the governor's statewide shutdown orders Philbeck shared his [... more]