It would be sophomoric to say Senator John McCain was everything U.S. President Donald Trump wishes he could be. However, at the very least, McCain was the statesman Trump has shown he is incapable of becoming. Nonetheless, McCain’s final wish to ban President Trump from his funeral while asking for former Presidents George W. Bush […]
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Andrew Gillum wins Democrat primary for Florida governor
Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum upset a crowded field of well-funded candidates in Florida’s Democratic gubernatorial primary Tuesday, a step away from becoming the state’s first black governor. His surprise victory sets up a November showdown with Republican Rep. Ron DeSantis, a favorite of President Donald Trump. Gillum’s victory could further energize black voters in a […]
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Atlanta’s second Black Restaurant Week returns for another round
On Sept. 2-16, 2018, the nationally recognized campaign, Black Restaurant Week, LLC., will host its second annual two-week showcase using a combination of awareness and education events to stimulate the growth of African American owned culinary businesses and farms in Atlanta, GA. The Nosh Culinary Showcase hosted by local television anchors Brittany Miller and Aiyana Cristal honors the talented executive chefs and caterers of […]
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Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Invest Atlanta push 15 new affordable housing, job creation projects
At Wednesday’s Invest Atlanta’s August 2018 board meeting, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and members of the Invest Atlanta board approved 15 resolutions to provide more affordable housing, as well as create new jobs and bring additional investment to Atlanta’s communities. The actions taken by the board will result in 502 affordable housing units, 522 new […]
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Janna B: ‘Embrace the version of yourself that God has already ordained’
“Movement gives birth to momentum” is a phrase I always say, and also what I’ve personally worked hard to live by. Each day we are given a gift – an opportunity to try again – to correct the wrongs, and to go after the desires of our heart. Yet, many times, I have found myself […]
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2018 College Football Preview: Dawgs should cruise to SEC East title
Coming out of SEC Media Days, all but fourteen credentialed media members picked the University of Georgia Bulldogs to win the SEC East in 2018. Moreover, 263 out of 284 credentialed media members picked the Alabama Crimson Tide to win the SEC West. It’s not painfully obvious to say fans, pundits and scribes alike know […]
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Georgia State beats Kennesaw State 24-20 in thrilling opener
Georgia State quarterback Dante Ellington drove the Panthers on a game-winning 73-yard drive for a touchdown throw to Diondre Champaigne, sealing a 24-20 victory over the Kennesaw State Owls in a thrilling game at Georgia State Stadium. Coming into the game, the Owls and their triple-option offense are part of the Big South Conference in […]
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Whenever, Wherever: The Future of Private Flight (PlaneSense)
The future of private air travel has arrived. While the concepts of private flights, leasing aircraft, and fractional air ownership are not new, PlaneSense, based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire aims to provide its members with near “on demand” access to a fleet of modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. I spoke with CEO and President George Antoniadis about […]
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‘Business & Beer’ panel inspires testimony, insights from industry veterans
Though the MillerCoors-sponsored “Business & Beer” series has been billed as a national networking event, when it made its way to The Gathering Spot on Thursday, it often played more like a spirit-filled gospel sermon. An evening filled with sage advice, positive energy, fellowship, and free beer, the venue was filled to capacity with nearly […]
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#AVLIVE: Meghan James talkes clothing boutique, whether she’s done with reality TV
Mehgan James maybe your favorite reality star, but she is much more than a reality television personality. James, who has appeared on shows — including “The Bad Girls Club,” “Bad Girls Club All Star Battle,” “Marriage Bootcamp” & “VH1’s Basketball Wives LA,” has now stepped into the world of entrepreneurship. In 2015, James opened her boutique 800WEST […]
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Quinn: Falcons ‘Enthusiastic’ about finale preseason game against Dolphins
Despite a 0-3 record in the preseason, Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn said he was enthusiastic about the opportunity to evaluate players during the preseason finale on Thursday. The Falcons will close out the preseason against the 0-3 Miami Dolphins, 7 p.m. at Mercedes-Benz stadium. Quinn said that this game is pivotal to determining […]
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INSIDE ATLANTA: Black philanthropy is a tool for empowerment
Editor’s Note: Inside Atlanta with Anaré Holmes is a consumer affairs column that provides cost-effective solutions to live, work and play in Metro Atlanta. We take you inside the city to reveal how you can make it work for you. The trajectory of my life changed when I received my acceptance letter to Howard University […]
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Woodward Academy, Wright shine in 58-27 victory over Grady
The Grady Knights came into the Friday’s game against Woodward Academy hoping for a much-needed win, after dropping their opener to North Atlanta last week. Unfortunately, Woodward Academy’s quarterback Mike Wright and running back Tahj Gary had other plans. The Knights looked good early. On their opening drive, quarterback Alvin James II connected with Jordan […]
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2018 College Football Preview: Georgia Tech football still a work in progress
For the 2018 Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets it will be a year of having the game slow down. Just consider what the team was replaced in 2017 and you can understand how inexperienced the “Ramblin Wreck” was. They were replacing Quarterback Justin Thomas with Taquon Marshall, two fullbacks, and essentially revamping an entire offensive line. […]
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Election board takes less than a minute to reject proposal to close 7 of 9 polling places in Randolph County, Georgia
In a meeting that lasted less than 60 seconds, a Georgia elections board voted down a plan Friday to close seven of a majority-black county’s nine polling places ahead of November’s midterm elections. Critics had said the plan to consolidate polling places in Randolph County, Georgia, was a brazen attempt to suppress the black vote […]