ALT: a stuffed monkey wearing a green shirt and overalls is standing in front of a body of water .

ALT: a woman with her mouth open is wearing a blue top

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In North Carolina, a Black farmer purchased the plantation where his ancestors were enslaved— and is reclaiming his family’s story, his community’s health, and the soil beneath his feet.

Alt: a woman in a leopard print dress is smiling and saying woohoo

ALT: a woman with blonde hair and earrings is smiling and wearing a black dress .

ALT: a woman rollerblading in a roller rink with a group of people standing behind her

ALT: a baby is making a funny face while wearing a black and white dress with hearts on it .