Jessica F. Simmons is a Reporter & Strategic Communications Producer for COURIER, covering community stories and public policies across the country. Featured in print, broadcast, and radio journalism, her work shows her passion for local storytelling and amplifying issues that matter to communities nationwide.
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How Chapel Hill spent Valentine’s Day honoring Frederick Douglass
On the day of love, Chapel Hill’s Frederick Douglass Transcribe-a-thon celebrates the legacy of the abolitionist while preserving history for future generations.
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VIDEO: New NC lawmaker on his plans for ‘neglected’ northeastern North Carolina
We talked to Halifax County state representative Rodney D. Pierce about advocating for northeast North Carolina, a rural part of the state that’s often overlooked.
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NC lawmakers return to Raleigh vowing to work together, but with an uncertain road ahead
The North Carolina General Assembly opened its new year with suggestions of bipartisan cooperation, even as they return to the site of several contentious debates. Republicans have lost their supermajority in the NC House, so will that sense of working together last or just fade into the din? Here’s what you need to know.
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NC nonprofit partners with High Point students to transform local community center
For their own day of community service, High Point University students teamed up with Operation Xcel to revitalize their local community center for K-5 children to learn, dream, and thrive.
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‘Witness for Justice’: Winston-Salem church honors MLK Jr. in ninth annual service
Choirs, youth performances, and community reflections took center stage as Mount Tabor United Methodist Church celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy for a ninth year.
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10 New Year’s (Eve) fireworks displays happening in North Carolina
Pickles, acorns, blueberries and more—find 10 of the quirkiest New Year’s Eve celebrations and 2025 fireworks displays right here in NC.
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Durham teacher’s foodraiser tackles local food insecurity for 10th year
A North Carolina teacher is behind a “foodraiser” giving hope to Durham families facing food insecurity during school breaks.
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NC House Republicans override Cooper’s veto of bill that takes power from newly-elected Democrats
The NC Senate passed the override earlier this month and so now the bill will become law. But it is likely to face legal challenges next year.
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Shop local this season: 14 NC holiday farmers’ markets to visit this December
Get a head start on your holiday shopping (or find those perfect last-minute gifts) while enjoying seasonal festivities at these NC farmers’ markets.
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Tis the season: Deck the streets with these 15 NC holiday parades
This holiday season, grab your coats and make sure to catch one (or more) of these Christmas parades happening across the Tar Heel state.
