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PHOTOS: Jeezy, Trina, Webbie perform at the Crown in Fayetteville

PHOTOS: Jeezy, Trina, Webbie perform at the Crown in Fayetteville

Southern rap legend Jeezy headlines the 'Jeezy and Friends' show at the Crown Coliseum on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023. He was joined by Louisiana icon Webbie, female rap pioneer Trina and newcomer SleazyWorld Go. Rakeem "Keem" Jones For The Fayetteville Observer

Southern rap legend Jeezy headlines the 'Jeezy and Friends' show at the Crown Coliseum on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023. He was joined by Louisiana icon Webbie, female rap pioneer
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Rap legend Jeezy coming to Fayetteville. Here's what to know if you're going

This year, as hip-hop celebrates 50 years of existence, popular acts from yesteryear have been selling out venues across the country and performing their greatest hits.

One such figure, Southern rap legend Jeezy, will be in Fayetteville on Saturday headlining his “Jeezy and Friends” show at the Crown Coliseum, where he will be joined by Louisiana native Webbie, rapper Trina and newcomers SleazyWorld Go and Sukihana.

Jeezy is known for his club anthems like “Go Crazy” featuring Jay-Z, “Lose My
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Fayetteville State students double as music entrepreneurs, event organizers

Bryan and Ronald Williams watched their father, Johnny, own multiple businesses throughout their hometown of New Orleans.

Johnny Williams owned grocery stores, a bar and a laundromat. His entrepreneurial spirit was infectious. One of the greatest lessons that he instilled in his sons was to own their own businesses.

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His sons, now known as Baby and Slim, took their father’s lessons to heart. In 1991, the pair founde
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PHOTOS: Gladys Knight performs at the Crown in Fayetteville

PHOTOS: Gladys Knight performs at the Crown in Fayetteville

The legendary Gladys Knight performed at the Crown Theatre in Fayetteville on Friday. Rakeem "Keem" Jones, For The Fayetteville Observer

The legendary Gladys Knight performed at the Crown Theatre in Fayetteville on Friday. Rakeem "Keem" Jones, For The Fayetteville Observer

The legendary Gladys Knight performed at the Crown Theatre in Fayetteville on Friday. Rakeem "Keem" Jones, For The Fayetteville Observer

The legendary Gladys Knig
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Fayetteville woman uses own spiritual journey to help others simplify

What is a soul? A soul is described as the spiritual, or immaterial, part of every living being.

Your soul is dependent upon the person you are within. Some of life’s roughest conditions produce the most beautiful souls.

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The essence of soul music is rooted in spiritual growth. To promote growth around you,you must grow within. The pressures of life often complicate the decision-making that guid
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A Fayetteville family, caring for children, 30+ years and through a pandemic

When the Johnson brothers decided to open their family business, they had no idea of the legacy they were creating.

The multinational company started in a small New Brunswick, New Jersey, building with 14 employees, eight women and six men. Robert Wood Johnson and his brothers, James Wood and Edward Mead, laid the groundwork for a workforce that now has over 130,000 employees in 60 countries.

During a train ride on the Denver-Rio Grande railroad line, Robert Wood Johnson learned of injuries th
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PHOTOS: Broncos march down Murchison for Fayetteville State University Homecoming Parade

Fayetteville State University held its Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, on Murchison Road. Rakeem "Keem" Jones For The Fayetteville Observer

Fayetteville State University held its Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, on Murchison Road. Rakeem "Keem" Jones For The Fayetteville Observer

Fayetteville State University held its Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, on Murchison Road. Rakeem "Keem" Jones For The Fayetteville Observer

Fayetteville State University held
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PHOTOS: Fayetteville State celebrates homecoming 2023 with week full of events

Fayetteville State University celebrated Homecoming 2023 with a week packed full of events, from parties and cookouts to a fashion show and panel discussion. Rakeem "Keem" Jones For The Fayetteville Observer

Fayetteville State University celebrated Homecoming 2023 with a week packed full of events, from parties and cookouts to a fashion show and panel discussion. Rakeem "Keem" Jones For The Fayetteville Observer

Fayetteville State University celebrated Homecoming 2023 with a week packed full o
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PHOTOS: Maxwell brings his tour to Fayetteville

R&B singer Maxwell, with opening act BJ the Chicago Kid, performed at the Crown Coliseum in Fayetteville on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, during 'Night: The Trilogy Tour.' Rakeem "Keem" Jones For The Fayetteville Observer

BJ the Chicago Kid opens for Maxwell at the Crown Coliseum in Fayetteville on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, during 'Night: The Trilogy Tour.' Rakeem "Keem" Jones For The Fayetteville Observer

BJ the Chicago Kid opens for Maxwell at the Crown Coliseum in Fayetteville on Friday, Oct. 20, 202
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Here's your guide to events celebrating Fayetteville State University's 2023 homecoming

Broncos from all around will be coming back to their alma mater, Fayetteville State University, as they prepare to take on the Golden Bulls of Johnson C. Smith University for NOHOE (Number One Homecoming on Earth) 2023.

Speaking of the Golden Bulls, for the first time in a long time, E.E. Smith High School and Fayetteville State University will share the same homecoming weekend.

In addition, SeventyFirst High School will be celebrating its homecoming. Sunday through Oct. 22 will be a busyweek
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Fayetteville rapper, E.E. Smith grad wary of typecasting for female hip-hop artists: Keem Jones

The world hails Halle Berry as one of the greatest actresses to hit the big screen. Her work has earned her the title of “Oscar-winning.”

However, she was not always intent on acting. In addition, roles for Black women were limited, especially lead roles.

When Berry finally landed roles, she was typecast. Typecasting is when an actor or actress is assigned to the same type of role because of the appropriateness of their appearance or previous success in such roles.

Typecasting in the entertai
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Fayetteville rapper, E.E. Smith grad wary of typecasting for female hip-hop artists: Keem Jones

The world hails Halle Berry as one of the greatest actresses to hit the big screen. Her work has earned her the title of “Oscar-winning.”

However, she was not always intent on acting. In addition, roles for Black women were limited, especially lead roles.

When Berry finally landed roles, she was typecast. Typecasting is when an actor or actress is assigned to the same type of role because of the appropriateness of their appearance or previous success in such roles.

Typecasting in the entertai
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Fayetteville to New York Fashion Week, a model company 'puts on for city': Rakeem Jones:

“America’s Next Top Model” originally aired on May 20, 2003. Created by supermodel Tyra Banks,the show searched for a face to appear in advertising campaigns and major publications.

Each season, or cycle, included 10 to 15 aspiring models searching for their next big break. Cycles concluded with a winner, or America’s Next Top Model. The show ran for 24 seasons.

Notable winners included Adrianne Curry of season one and Eva Pigford of season three. Though all the contestants did not win, they w
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Rakeem Jones: Fayetteville women organize Double Dutch competition for kids and adults

Many of today's youth are not physically active.

A great deal of their summer has been spent in front of a screen. The lack of physical activity derives from technological advances.

In the past, conversations took place out on the street. Nowadays, connections are made via social media platforms. Before access to technology was prevalent, young people gathered outside to play until the streetlights came on. While many of the boys opted for football and basketball, the young ladies jumped rope.
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