Some Triangle-based businesses are getting a boost. The Coalition to Back Black Businesses is giving $5,000 grants to four local businesses.They will use the money for rent, to pay staff and to give back to the community. Neubia Harris is the owner of an education law firm working with students on special education matters.“They need…
For new business owner Lamar Floyd, the Factory is much more than a co-manufacturing space. He found community and support getting his fragrance business, Flower to the People off the ground. He will now have to find another work home."I was hurt. Brick and mortar is expensive. It takes capital that you don't have in…
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — It's been a whirlwind few days for Shanae Bryant, the owner of Madame B's Bakery. She was on the brink of shutting her business' doors until the community came to the rescue.The constant sound of the door chime has been music to her ears. Since our first report, there has been…
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — It's a new portrait of Black life in Raleigh. Work is underway in southeast Raleigh to create the city's first African American Cultural Center. A total of $12 million from the city's newest parks bond will go toward the project that is bringing joy and hope but also some doubt.In this…
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — There's a long legacy of Black farmers in North Carolina, but like the rest of the country the number of Black farmers is dwindling. Racial injustices are a big reason why.Now, there's a renewed effort in Washington and here in North Carolina to reverse the trend: The Justice for Black Farmers…
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Liberation Station Bookstore, North Carolina’s first Black-owned children’s bookstore, opens Saturday.The colorful, intimate space is on the second floor of the Efird’s building at 208 Fayetteville St. Enter on the Fayetteville Street side, where you see signs for Raleigh’s Original Selfie Museum. Owner Victoria Scott-Miller wants to ensure that all children can see themselves in…
State Government websites value user privacy. To learn more, view our full privacy policy.Secure websites use HTTPS certificates. A lock icon or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the official website.Main menuThe HUB program works to increase the number and type of businesses competing for state contracts, which helps government get the best value for…
Black Wall Street was a thriving African-American business district in Durham during the late 1800s and early 1900s. The area along Parrish Street centered around the Hayti neighborhood just east of downtown Durham, was home to over 200 Black-owned businesses, including banks, restaurants, theaters and shops.The district was founded by African Americans excluded from doing…
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — For many people, the Montague Plaza along Rock Quarry Road is more than just a building. Every tenant in this new shopping center is a black-owned small business.Stephanie Smith is opening a consignment shop and extending her space to other vendors."I have like 1,200 square feet," she said.She plans on selling…