Learning Out Loud: Honoring Black History in Johnston County - Part 1

In the spirit of Juneteenth, I’m sharing the stories that have challenged, taught, and moved me—because this history belongs to all of us, and it deserves to be known.

Back in February, I committed to something that felt both necessary and soul-stirring, a daily Black history series focused on Johnston County. For 28 days straight, I researched, wrote, and shared. …