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If you’re looking to support Black businesses and are in the market for a new laundry detergent then True Products may be for you. True Products is a startup manufacturing and distribution company that specializes in household cleaning supplies. The business was launched in 2012 by two U. S. Army veterans — Ali B. Muhammad and Abdur-Rahim…

Slim & Husky’s Pizza Beeria is a national Black-owned pizza business. Started by three best friends EJ Reed, Derrick “Mo” Moore, and Clint Gray, Slim & Husky fuses their love for pizza, hip-hop music, and art, into a great restaurant with a cool vibe. Slim & Husky’s is about more than just pizza. They are passionate…

Multiple people were injured after a construction site partially collapsed in Midtown Atlanta today, Sept. 11. According to WSB, a parking deck that was partially under construction collapsed and ultimately fell from the 11th floor to the 10th. Atlanta Fire answered the call, rescuing one injured worker from the rubble. They reportedly removed him from…

Goodie Mob became pioneers and icons in the rap game because its acclaimed career, starting with the landmark debut album, 1995’s Soul Food, became a case study in how to deftly combine lyrics and visuals to create a critical mass movement in music that resonates to this day. The Goodie Mob crew of Gipp, Khujo,…

From DJ to producer to radio host, Ferrari Simmons has proven that he has a blueprint for success in the music and entertainment industry. Simmons currently serves as the music director of Streetz 94.5, where he hosts his weeknight slot. In addition, he can also be heard weekly on “The Baller Alert Show” with Kenny…

Dine & Design, Covid-19, Atlanta Business, Eryn Jackson, Sip and Paint, 90's Theme

Covid-19 has had a tremendous impact on the way we live, what we do, and who we can see. As restrictions limit our activities, growing frustrations and boredom have set in for many. Staying connected to others and finding safe activities to take part in are essential for our well-being during these times. Atlanta-based startup…

Hailing from southwest Atlanta, aka the SWATS, Keith A. Lewis Jr. and Jermaine Clarke understand the hardships of growing up as Black men in the city. With young kids being exposed to so much these days, Black fathers’ presence and guidance are more important than ever. Lewis and Clarke, high school best friends and dedicated…

As people drink in the panoramic views of the changing landscapes in cities like Atlanta, it may not occur to them that a woman is one of the builders and designers who constructed that new and dynamic look. Amber Lawson is the face of a paradigm shift in the world of construction. As the owner…

Najah Aziz is the owner of Like The River The Salon in Atlanta. Her dedication to professionalism and innovation has changed the hair industry and inspired hairstylists all over the country. Aziz opened her hair salon 12 years ago as a haven for beautification and pampering with exceptional customer service. She possessed a commitment to…

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp decided to withdraw a lawsuit against Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms. On Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020, Kemp ended his controversial feud with Bottoms over how to better protect the residents of Georgia, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Instead of the lawsuit, Kemp will issue an executive order that will prevent local…

7 AM is an Atlanta artist whose passion for music came naturally at a young age. Growing up he was influenced by the sounds of Prince, D’Angelo, OutKast, and Bill Withers. With a unique fusion of sounds, he refers to his music “hippie thug music” and “hippie soul.” As a songwriter, he pours his real-life…

Candace Holyfield is a true testament to the idea that no situation is too difficult to overcome. She went from extremely humble beginnings to becoming a millionaire serial entrepreneur. Known as Candace “Six Figure Spa Chick” Holyfield, she is the owner of I Love Candy Spa Parties in Memphis, Tennessee, and a VIP spa concierge…

The White police officer who allegedly shot and killed Rayshard Brooks has filed a lawsuit against Atlanta Mayor Keyshia Lance Bottoms. According to WSB-TV, Garrett Rolfe filed the lawsuit in Fulton County Superior Court. In the lawsuit, Rolfe said he was fired “without an investigation, without proper notice, without a pre-disciplinary hearing, and in direct…

The former Atlanta police officer who is charged with murder in the shooting death of Rayshard Brooks in a Wendy’s restaurant parking lot allegedly has violated his bond to go on vacation in Florida. According to FOX5 Atlanta, Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard has asked a judge to revoke ex-cop Garrett Rolfe’s bond for…

For many women, hair loss is an uncontrollable and unmanageable problem that often leads to low self-esteem. When hair loss occurs, it can be caused by stress, illness and many other factors. As women try to determine the root of the problem, they usually explore many expensive treatments. Massachusetts-based hairstylist Nikia Londy knows all about…

Lafayette, Indiana-bred rising emcee Ian Demontrio began his artistic journey in 2007 when he was just 15 years old. His passion was further fueled by a move to an Atlanta suburb, which placed him in the direct company of many hip-hop legends. As an independent artist, he continued to blossom, learning how to produce and…

Civil rights icon and U.S. Congressman John Lewis, is being celebrated on July 30, 2020, at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta. Dignitaries in attendance include former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, and U.S. Sens. Kamala Harris and Cory Booker. Obama will eulogize Lewis. On Friday, July…

For many teenagers, attending a Harvard Unversity debate program and making history in a debate competition isn’t the first thing on their minds. However, for two Atlanta teenagers, it is in fact their reality. Madison Webb, a 17-year old Langston Hughes senior and Christian Flournoy, a 15-year-old Westminster Schools sophomore, are a part of the…

When 25-year-old Philadelphia native David Cabello realized that there was no Black-owned food delivery app on the market, he and his twin brother Aron put their minds to work to create Black and Mobile. Black and Mobile, which was founded in 2017 and launched in 2019, specializes in food from Black-owned restaurants. Cabello launched the…

Precious Avorkliyah is an Atlanta-based licensed clinical psychotherapist who is passionate and dedicated to helping people in their journey to emotional wellness. She received her master’s degree from Rutgers University in New Jersey and now she owns Modern Therapy Now, her own practice. Avorkliyah specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families both young and mature,…