03/28/2024
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By Charlotte Smith

The North Carolina Association of Black County Officials focuses on communities led by African American elected and appointed representatives and attempts to create a better economy and environment. Each year the association awards a student with a grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher with a scholarship.

According to Bladen County Commissioner G. Michael Cogdell, this year’s recipient is 2021 East Bladen High School Graduate Charles Brown. Brown is from East Arcadia and is now attending NC A&T University as a freshman.

Commissioner Cogdell stated, the NC Association of Black County Officials awarded Brown with a $1,000 scholarship, which Metcon, a construction company based in Pembroke, matched.

While Brown was at school, his mother, Leisha Brown, accepted the award checks on Brown’s behalf.

In a recent news brief, Angela Carter with Metcon stated, “This Diversity and Inclusion Culture is very important as we continue to grow as a company.”

Commissioner Cogdell is the First Vice President of the North Carolina Association of Black County Officials, and on December 6, 2021, will take the seat as President of the non-profit organization. He stated that the organization is currently working with legislators to provide more broadband services and better education.

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