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B.E.S.T. (Business Engineering Science Technology) Academy will honor civic and community leader, the late Thomas W. Dortch, Jr., by renaming the school “The B.E.S.T. Academy at The Thomas W. Dortch, Jr. Institute” on Tuesday. The school’s renaming ceremony will honor the contributions and legacy of Dortch, a longtime member and former chair of the 100 Black […]

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Kevin Kelley is dedicated to making the world better. And that is not as much a cliché as it is a statement of fact. Kelly, an accomplished attorney of 22 years is not only distinguished for his remarkable win record in court, but also for his flair for fine dining and his unimpeachable culinary palette. […]

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Sponsored by JPMorganChase Homeownership has long been a symbol of the American dream. Our homes often represent far more than just shelter—they’re central to family life and building strong communities. The economic impact of homeownership can’t be overlooked either. Homes are the largest source of wealth for Americans, which makes buying a home one of the […]

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While some state officials maintain that the 2024 Election went on without a hitch, there were multiple bomb threats in Georgia that disrupted proceedings. Sen. Raphael Warnock is seeking an investigation on the bomb threats that occurred on Election Day in the state and across the country. Most of the precincts impacted were from majority-Black […]

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Few stories are as gripping and notorious as the tale of Ruby McCollum and Dr. Clifford Leroy Adams Jr., a physician and senator-elect who never made it to take his elected seat. He never took office in Florida because he was shot dead by McCollum, a Black woman who pleaded to a jury that she […]

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Located in one of Atlanta’s oldest and most historic communities, Pittsburgh Yards is a burgeoning hotspot for local business development with a unique offering of specialty and customized products and services for Atlanta-based consumers. The Pittsburgh neighborhood bordered by University Avenue, Pryor Street, Ralph Abernathy Blvd. and Metropolitan Parkway is on track to becoming proof […]

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Prepares to oversee $4.8 Billion Budget and 6,600 Employees, as the Inaugural Steering Committee announces Meet and Greet; Ecumenical Prayer Breakfast; Gala and Countywide Day of Prayer. Insight Consulting Groups alongside the DeKalb County CEO Inaugural Steering Committee is proud to announce the Oath of Office ceremony of Lorraine Cochran-Johnson as the first female Chief […]

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Usher returned to his hometown of Atlanta and unveiled a new content studio in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta. On Dec. 9, Usher made an appearance at the Joseph B. Whitehead Boys & Girls Club located in Southeast, Atlanta where the Usher New Look Foundation introduced the Spark Lab. The […]

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Photo: Getty Images The third annual Democracy Forum kicks off today (December 5), with a powerful agenda focused on pluralism—the idea that a diverse society can thrive through understanding and collaboration. Hosted by the Obama Foundation in Chicago, Illinois, the Forum brings together changemakers, cultural leaders, and political representatives to explore how embracing differences can […]

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Christmas decorations are everywhere, holiday music fills the air, and retailers are rolling out extended hours and irresistible sales to tempt you into spending. Every charitable organization is asking for donations, co-workers are pooling money for office gifts, and family members are dropping not-so-subtle hints about what they want under the tree. Even your church […]

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Nikki Giovanni (Photo Credit: Deborah Feingold) As a young girl growing up in Knoxville, Tennessee, Nikki Giovanni would sit on her grandmother’s porch, listening to stories of resilience and strength that would one day fuel her poetry and activism. Decades later, Giovanni’s own words fiery, unapologetic, and deeply human echoed across the world, becoming a […]

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American Roads has appointed Regine Beauboeuf, PE, as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a new era for the company as it builds upon its legacy of infrastructure excellence. Beauboeuf succeeds Neal Belitsky, who retires after nearly 27 years of transformative leadership. With an impressive 39-year career managing complex transportation infrastructure projects, Beauboeuf brings a […]

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