In the second installment of the “When Faith Speaks,” Nicole interviews Reverend Dr. James Fielder about the joys and challenges of an African American pastor leading a predominantly white rural congregation.
Posts by Nicole Anderson Cobb:
When Faith Speaks: An interview with Reverend Deborah Owen
Nicole launches the “When Faith Speaks” series with a conversation with Reverend Deborah Owen, faith leader of St. Peter's United Church of Christ in Champaign.
Deciphering Ebertfest for the future
Nicole reflects on her Ebertfest experiences and shares some concerns about the relationship between Ebertfest and Champaign-Urbana communities.
Pondering public schooling across C-U
Nicole ponders the questions that she would pose to school board candidates for the upcoming 2019 school board elections in Champaign and Urbana.
Exploring The Pedestal Experience: a brunch series for Black women
Nicole previews “The Pedestal Experience,” a new brunch series for Black women designed to cover topics central to Black women’s lived experiences.
“History, Heritage and Hope”: A Black History Month oasis in Champaign County
Nicole takes a look at the robust Black History Month programming offered at Parkland
Reflecting on Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church after Monday’s devastating fire
Nicole reflects on Monday's fire that destroyed the sanctuary of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, reminding readers of the church's legacy for the Champaign-Urbana community.
King’s legacy, whose responsibility?: An interview with Father Pfleger
Nicole interviews Father Michael Pfleger, Keynote Speaker of the Annual Countywide Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.
A look at polling places in Champaign County
Nicole reflects on her poll monitoring experiences during early voting for the 2018 midterm, and offers voters advice on navigating polling place challenges in Champaign County.
Hunting for election protection efforts across Champaign County
Nicole seeks to expand discussions of the 2018 midterm elections with a call for voters to consider voter protection efforts nationally and across Champaign County.