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Novelist Alexander discusses life of Black biz woman Josephine N. Leary
ELIZABETH CITY — Novelist Kianna Alexander discussed Chowan County real estate owner Josephine N. Leary’s life at Museum of the Albemarle’s “History for Lunch” program on Wednesday, May 8. Alexander’s “Carolina Built” is a novel that’s based on actual events from Leary’s “remarkable life,” she told audience members. Josephine Napolean Leary lived from April 1856 to March 1923 and her life was “marked by so many different ups and downs”...
Vinyl Nights: Couple recognized for promoting tourism with old records
The Edenton-Chamber of Commerce recently recognized a 10-year tradition of music and pleasant company by presenting a volunteerism award to Eddie and Melissa Fields for their work promoting local tourism. The award, presented at the annual Chamber banquet last month, recognized the Fields’ work establishing Vinyl Night at their business, The Edenton Bay Trading Company. The Fields’ weekly platter-spinning parties have attracted locals and tourists alike, many packing the little...
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