STS North Carolina

05/02/2026

A speech difference or disability does not mean someone has to avoid using the phone. We have services to keep phone calls fully accessible!

STS NC: Andy's Story

05/01/2026

This weekend, it's time for an unforgettable Sign‑a‑Thon experience! Join Relay NC for a dynamic American Sign Language Showcase featuring powerful performances in:
🎶 Signed music
📚 ASL storytelling
🎨 Visual and creative ASL art

The event will take place on May 2, 2026 from 12 – 4 PM at the Southpoint Mall in Durham, NC.

Plus, visit our non‑profit exhibitors offering essential resources for Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, and individuals with Speech Disabilities. See you there!

ID: [An event flyer. “Get ready for an unforgettable experience! Relay NC is hosting an amazing American Sign Language (ASL) Showcase featuring: Signed music, captivating storytelling, Stunning visual performances, ...and so much more!” Hands spell out “Sign-a-thon” in ASL above a glowing stage with colorful lighting. Saturday, May 2, 2026 12 - 4 p.m. Southpoint Mall, Durham, NC 27713. Ground Level, Center Court/Nordstrom Wing. Non-profit exhibitors will provide resources for Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, and people with Speech Disabilities.” Along the bottom are the logos for the NC Department of Health and Human Services and Relay North Carolina. “For more information, contact: bola.desalu@t-mobile.com.”]

04/30/2026

📢 Make Your Next Virtual Meeting Accessible with RCC!
Struggling to include team members who have speech differences in virtual meetings?

Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) provides real-time captions so everyone can follow the conversation—live, accurate, and accessible.

✅ No special equipment
✅ Works with Zoom, Teams, and more
✅ ADA-compliant and easy to schedule

Try RCC for your next meeting—because inclusion starts with communication.

🔗 Learn more: relaync.com/rcc

ID: [A team of people in an office sharing a high five. “Make your virtual meetings accessible with RCC!”]

04/29/2026

Sign‑a‑Thon is coming up soon, and we'd love to share what you can look forward to at the event.

Sign‑a‑Thon is a celebration of ASL and our signing community here in North Carolina. You’ll enjoy live ASL performances—including signed music, storytelling, and visual art—plus Relay North Carolina history trivia, and non‑profit exhibitors offering helpful resources for people who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, or who have speech differences.

Come spend an afternoon filled with creativity, connection, and ASL pride. We can’t wait to see you there!

Find full event details at relaync.com/sign-a-thon.

04/29/2026

Relay North Carolina is beyond excited to welcome Hope Turpin Turner as the Emcee for our upcoming Sign‑a‑Thon at Southpoint Mall! She’s bringing her special flair, passion, and deep connection to the Deaf community to what promises to be an unforgettable day.

Born Deaf, Hope began learning ASL in her teens and went on to become a dynamic educator and advocate. She has taught science at the NC School for the Deaf, ASL at Blue Ridge Community College, and provided private ASL instruction and tutoring. A proud A.C. Reynolds graduate, Hope earned degrees in Biology and Sociology from Salem College, plus a Master’s in Sign Language Education from Gallaudet University.

Today, Hope serves as a Legislative Assistant in the NC General Assembly, where she’s committed to empowering the Deaf community to engage in advocacy at the state level. She’s also in her second term as Vice‑Chair of the NC Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. When she’s not working, you can find her playing tennis, hiking, traveling, solving word puzzles, and spending time with her husband, two dogs, and cat.

📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Southpoint Mall (Ground Level – Center Court / Nordstrom Wing), Durham, NC

Join us as Hope helps lead a vibrant celebration of American Sign Language, featuring signed music, storytelling, visual art in motion, nonprofit exhibitors, and more. Bring your family and friends—we can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

ID: [A headshot of a woman with blonde hair wearing a black shirt. Hands spell out Sign-a-Thon in ASL along the top. "Emcee, Hope Turpin Turner. Saturday, May 2, 2026. 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Southpoint Mall, Durham, NC." The Relay North Carolina logo and the NCDHHS logo.]

04/28/2026

Learn how Speech-to-Speech can revolutionize the way you experience telecommunications on our next webinar.

The webinar will take place on May 13, 2026 from 11 am to 12 pm. To sign up and save you digital seat, visit:
nc-sts.com/webinar! 🙌



ID: [A man looks down at his phone with surprise, “May 13, 2026. 11am – 12pm.Learn how Speech-to-Speech can revolutionize the way you experience telecommunication! nc-sts.com/webinar.”]

04/25/2026

Dialing up accessible phone service this is as easy as 711!


ID: [A yellow character has a relaxed expression while using a phone, “National Telephone Day. Dial 711 for Relay.”]

04/25/2026

With IP Relay you can make relay calls from anywhere!
You can use any computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone to communicate with anyone using IP Relay Service! This Internet-based relay service allows you to use a browser window for dialing directions, call setup and phone conversations.
Learn more on relaync.com/ip-relay.
ID: [A hand holding up a cellphone with the STS North Carolina logo on screen, “IP Relay: You can use any computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone to communicate with anyone using IP Relay Service! This Internet-based relay service allows you to use a browser window for dialing directions, call setup and phone conversations. Relay from anywhere! sign up today!”]

04/23/2026

If you live or work in North Carolina, you can experience the live captioning difference on your next virtual meeting by signing up to use Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) at no cost!
Sign up today on relaync.com/sts.

ID: [The STS North Carolina logo. A “meh” emoji for “before RCC” transforms into a grinning emoji for “after RCC.” “Experience the live captioning difference.”]

04/23/2026

We’re excited to announce that Sign‑a‑Thon is back—after 10 years! Sign‑a‑Thon is a celebration of American Sign Language and our North Carolina signing communities. The last time we hosted this event, it took place in five cities. Now in 2026, we’re bringing the celebration to two new locations.

On May 2nd, Sign‑a‑Thon will be at Southpoint Mall in Durham and on May 30th, we’ll be at Hanes Mall in Winston‑Salem, NC. Both events will run from 12 PM to 4 PM.

Please help us spread the word to your friends, family, coworkers — everyone! We want the whole community to join the fun.

We can’t wait to celebrate the beauty and power of ASL, and the strength of our North Carolina community, together with you!

Learn more on relaync.com/sign-a-thon

04/21/2026

🌟 Transform your phone calls with IP Relay!

Join our FREE webinars to learn how to communicate using text—perfect for those who are Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, or have speech disabilities!

Sign up today: nc-sts.com/webinar 💖


nc-sts.com/webinar

Image Description: [STS North Carolina logo. “Join our next webinar!” A hand holding up a phone with a text-based conversation scrolling across the screen. “April 22, 2026. Transform your phone calls with IP Relay.”]

04/19/2026

What types of virtual meetings can I use Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) on?
- Video calls
- Conference Calls
- Webinars
Learn more about RCC by visiting relaync.com/rcc.

ID: [1] What types of virtual meetings can I use Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) on? [2] Video calls. A 3D rendering of a video meeting with RCC. [3] Conference Calls. A 3D rendered phone with a speech bubble coming out of the receiver. [4] Webinars. A 3D rendering of a man making a presentation from a desktop computer in someone’s home office. [5] Learn more about RCC by visiting relaync.com/rcc.