Former Miss North Carolina USA Brittany BoltinhouseCredit: Carolina Journal Zoey Lyttle NEED TO KNOW Zoey Lyttle Brittany Boltinhouse issued her own statement after she was stripped of her Miss North Carolina USA 2026 title The Miss USA organization announced the news of her removal on Aug. 5, with pageant chairman and CEO Thom Brodeur posting a statement denouncing “racism, homophobia, transphobia nor language that strips any person of their dignity” Myla Hadley — who initi

The Christian atmosphere in the Chicago area has frequently faced challenges, particularly in recent years as various societal issues have emerged that impact the way faith is practiced and perceived within the community. From increasing secularism to the rise of intolerance towards Christian beliefs, Christians in this vibrant urban landscape have had to navigate a complex and often hostile environment. These challenges are not merely abstract concepts; they manifest in ever

I stepped into the lower garden a week ago, a tranquil space that often serves as my refuge from the chaos of daily life, and as I did, I was suddenly enveloped by an unexpected sound. It was an old mill grinding sound, resonating through the air with an eerie yet precise quality that seemed to echo the whispers of time itself. Then, amidst the gentle rustling of leaves, I heard a loud SPLAT, which startled me and drew my attention skyward. In that moment, I was gifted with a

Prophetic Words & Declarations from the 50 State Tour: These prophetic words were given in August, 2003 by Chuck Pierce, and are ongoing needs for prayer and intercession: Prophetic Reminder Because Illinois is apostolic, many local expressions of my Spirit (local churches, ministries streams) - many of them are very well connected but they've not gone to the next level of the apostolic and been able to connect properly outside of their own realm, outside of their own church.

This Photo was taken when we hosted him and Dr Lance Wallnau Chicago "Breakthrough, Breakthrough, Breakthrough" Prophesied May 24, 2008 - Chicago, Illinois: "They say, 'The nation is in dire straits.' There is a man that has prayed. There's a man that has prayed for the safety of this nation, and I have heard. My Spirit shall take young lives, breathe to the caves, to the crevices, and the places that have been a breeding ground for sin, perversion, murder, hate." God said,