Naked and Unashamed is here to encourage others to be vulnerable, shift their perspective and increase their faith through real stories of hope, faith, struggles and triumphs of extraordinary people in the community. It is my hopes that someone’s life is impacted, changed, shifted, healed and brought closer to the Father through the stories presented […]
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Chavis: Discovering the best of Black America in 2018
There is an old African proverb that says, “What you seek, you will surely find.” We live in a world where the news cycle continues to decrease because of innovations in communications technology. Yes, we are living in the fast-paced digital age. The high-velocity delivery and transmission of news and information, however, may or […]
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He’s campaigning for governor of Georgia on a ‘deportation bus’
It’s the kind of message you don’t expect to see on a US election campaign bus: “FOLLOW ME TO MEXICO.” Those are the words on the back door of a repainted school bus Michael Williams is using to drum up support in his bid for the Georgia governor’s seat. He’s dubbed it the “Deportation Bus” […]
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The Global Runway ATL Fashion Show
The Global Runway ATL Fashion Show took place Wednesday, May 16 at the Maynard Jackson, Jr. International Terminal at the @atlairport. Hosted by @InStyleMagazine’s @kahlanabarfield, it was a ravishing pop up shopping and fashion experience. https://www.facebook.com/TheAtlantaVoice/videos/1783332141724963/
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US panel leaves prostate screening up to men, their doctors
Whether to get screened for prostate cancer is a question that men aged 55 to 69 should decide themselves in consultation with their doctors, according to finalized guidance issued Tuesday by an influential panel of health care experts. New evidence suggests that PSA blood tests can slightly reduce the chances of dying from the disease […]
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Ryan Coogler would love to see a Women Of Wakanda spinoff
The director said the “Black Panther” women may be “more important” than the male characters. “Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler thinks it would be “amazing” to do a spinoff film featuring the badass women of Wakanda. “Oh man. That would be amazing if the opportunity came up,” Coogler responded to a question about an all-female “Black […]
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Stanford University reacts to BBQ Becky calling cops on Black people
The woman is rumored to be associated with Stanford University Dr. Jennifer Schulte is allegedly the white woman who called the cops on Black people enjoying a barbecue in Oakland, California at Lake Merritt — and she has rightfully earned the nickname BBQ Becky. After a video of her wasting taxpayer dollars by phoning the police […]
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Atlanta Hawks get third pick in June draft; Phoenix gets top pick followed by Sacramento
The crowd at STATS Brewpub kept seeing the odds of the hometown Atlanta Hawks getting the top overall pick in next month’s draft improve by the commercial break. The Hawks were holding a lottery pick party at the trendy downtown sports bar and the crowd on-hand continued to let off whoops and hollas after every […]
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Prepare to Prosper
Introducing a series from Wells Fargo dedicated to helping you build your wealth. If you’re ready to financially prosper, join us for a multi-part financial series, Prepare to Prosper. In each article, we’ll discuss different ways to help increase your personal wealth including tips on saving, investing and credit along with guidance on entrepreneurship and […]
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New Hawks head coach Lloyd Pierce says all the right things at first press conference
The Atlanta Hawks have got their man and he made his first appearance as the team’s head coach this morning at the team’s practice facility in Brookhaven. Flanked by general manager Travis Schlenk and Bob Rathbun, Lloyd Pierce said all the right things to an assembly of family, including his pregnant wife, friends, Hawks players […]
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NFL, NFLPA and Cigna partner in mental health forum
Monday, the National Football League, the NFL Players Association and Cigna Healthcare joined forces to host “Beyond The Physical: A Symposium on Mental Health in Sports” at the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center in Atlanta. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and this forum provided dynamic panels featuring NFL players and legends as well […]
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Top 5 Student Athletes: 100 Yards of Sports Ep #120
This week we cover our top 5 student athletes that played in 2018. Watch now on our facebook page, and come back every week for new episodes. “100 YARDS OF SPORTS” … The Student-Athlete Playbook 1. Georgia … Jadon Haselwood is a 6-3; 190-pound; 4.5 40; Wide Receiver from Cedar Grove High School (Ellenwood, GA) […]
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#MeToo is succeeding where others failed — to mute R. Kelly
R. Kelly is still singing, but in the #MeToo era his voice is getting more and more muffled. As the R&B singer prepares for a scheduled concert Friday night in North Carolina amid persistent allegations of sexual misconduct, his career is under siege on multiple fronts. — Streaming service Spotify is removing Kelly’s music from all its […]
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Officer who choked former football player during violent arrest is fired
A Georgia police officer who choked former NFL prospect Desmond Marrow during an arrest in December has been fired, officials said. On Thursday, Henry County Police Chief Mark Amerman said the officer’s employment was terminated after an internal affairs investigation revealed his use of force was unnecessary. The officer, David Rose, was recorded on his […]
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Start Up With ATL: Step 1 – Write Your Business Plan
Editor’s Note: This is part one of a 10-part series that will give you tools and resources you need to start a business in the Atlanta area. This guide is written by a group of journalists that believe we can make a difference in our community thru active empowerment. We do not claim to be […]