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In honor of the fraternity’s Founders Day, November 17th, Eta Beta Beta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated in partnership with the Thomasville Police Department conducted an Omega March For Justice program focusing on "Surviving the Traffic Stop" for some of the seniors at Thomasville Senior High School.

Social media is turning our brains into blurb-addicted zombies, and we don’t even crack open the books behind the beliefs we shout about. In this reflection, I’m challenging us—Christians, socialists, nationalists, everybody—to log off, pick up real books (especially the Bible), and let deep reading shape our convictions instead of TikTok clips and T-shirt theology.

Winter Energy Bills Are Rising — Here’s What Local Families Should Know

Long-time North Davidson Coach Pete Jones shaped the lives of more kids than he ever realized. He spent countless hours in the “Pete Jones Gymnasium,” working, fixing, prepping, and doing laundry. He always said Rita deserved the real credit for raising their own kids and running the household. He will forever be remembered as “Coach Jones.”

Supporters of Charles McNeair are renewing calls for the governor to grant him clemency — and they’re referencing coverage from the local press, including a recent High Point Enterprise article, to amplify the urgency. According to the Enterprise, community leaders, family members, and even law-enforcement officials have added their voices to the push for McNeair’s release.

Here are a few more words of advice:

Columnist Joel Leonard is encouraging us to think of new Thanksgiving traditions!

Meet the minds behind some of your favorite books

LEXINGTON, NC – On Saturday, February 21, 2026, the American Children’s Home, Sam F. Vance Auditorium, will host an unforgettable evening of inspiration and heartfelt drama as Bo2 Productions and 1960 Productions present Marie Bellamy’s powerful gospel stage play, “Unseen Struggles Through the Eyes of a Child.” This much-anticipated production promises to be more than just a theatrical event; it is a ministry of hope, faith, and community support designed to uplift families and remind children that they are never alone in their battles.

Last Thanksgiving, Antionette Kerr was in a hospital bed receiving a blood transfusion after being airlifted—again. This year, she’s home, upright, and deeply grateful. Grateful for EMTs, doctors, neighbors, donated blood, and everyone who helped her make it through. She’s also frustrated after months of insurance delays that put her health at risk and believes real reform is urgently needed. She encourages anyone who can to donate blood—it truly saves lives.

Shouldn't we inspire more curiosity so more skills and talent are developed in the future, I am working on legacy gifts for my grandkids. Why?

According to the department, “Many of these incidents involve unlocked vehicles or valuables left in plain sight.” Officials say the recent uptick has prompted an emphasis on preventive measures and community awareness.