Health + Wellness

Perfectly Imperfect

Kimberley Emory Raises Awareness for Ovarian Cancer Article by Sean O'Keefe :Kimberley Emory is the president of the Board of Directors of the Cancer Alliance. She was diagnosed in 2006 at stage 2C. Dedicated to raising awareness about ovarian cancer's symptoms, risks, and treatments, Kimberly volunteers at health fairs, lunch-and-learns, and through GOCA’s Survivors Teaching Students program. Named an Advocate Leader for the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance, Kimberly recently authored her...

Life + Culture

Remembering Hometown Heroes

Honoring John Lewis With the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation Photography by Provided by John and Lillian Miles Foundation March 7 marks the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. The John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation, working with the City of Selma, the Historic Tabernacle Baptist Church Legacy Foundation, and the National Park Service, with the support of Wells Fargo installed two commemorative plaques at the Edmund Pettus Bridge. These plaques trace the Voting Rights journey in...

Home Services

Tidy is Trendy

Neat organization solutions beyond the bedroom closet. Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Provided Organizing is necessary and unavoidable and for some, impossible.  I spend hours tidying and reorganizing my bedroom closet each spring and the laundry room gets a makeover once a year before the kids come home from college (and again when they leave). I long for shelving in the garage dedicated to my outdoor gear, for cubbies in my office to hide my knitting and crafts, and a guest room...

Arts + Culture

Feels Just Like Home

Association of St. Augustine Alumni, Atlanta Chapter Presents 20th Annual Mardi Gras Ball Honoring Marc Morial Article and Photography by On January 25th, the Association of St. Augustine Alumni Atlanta Chapter (ASAAA) proudly celebrated its 20th annual Mardi Gras Ball (MGB), marking 2 decades of fellowship, fundraising, and unwavering community support. Held at the Georgia International Convention Center (GICC), this milestone event brought together alumni, supporters, and distinguished...

Travel

Big Easy Focus on Family

Rekindling Romance Awaits You at the Luxurious The Windsor Court Hotel Article by Shandra Hill Smith | Photography by Provided by Windsor Court Hotel Whether you’re celebrating love, rekindling a romance, or honoring family time, you’ll find no shortage of both cupid-approved and family-friendly opportunities at The Windsor Court in New Orleans, Louisiana. The five-star property, featuring 314 oversized rooms and suites with Italian marble baths, serves up upscale dining, spa treatments...

Life + Culture

SOFU Changemakers 2025 and Legacy Advertisers

Leaders in our SoFu Community that are Making a Difference Article by Erikka Searles Mitchell SOFU Changemakers 2025 Axel Adams, MBA,  Delta Air Lines, Manager External Partnerships   Axel Adam’s  love for South Fulton (SoFu area)  is embedded in my hope and desire for the area to be cherished and respected by the citizens who live here and those who do not. SoFu has enormous potential for growth, and opportunities in the areas of Real Estate, Housing, Business, and Education. Eyes are...

Life + Culture

30 Years of Elegance and Empowerment

Zeta Phi Beta’s Tea with Z Returns Article by Jada Garner The Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. honors elegance and purpose with its 30th annual Tea with Z on February 23, 2025. Celebrating legacy, scholarship, and social contribution, the sorority hosts its flagship event, headlined, "We Are Zora!" at Atlanta's Carlos Ballroom. Tea with Z celebrates the life and achievements of Zora Neale Hurston, a trailblazing author and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. member, for...

Arts + Culture

Telling a Story Through Movement

SoFu Lifestyle Talks to Georgia Native Christopher Wilson and Remembers Judith Jamison Article by Juju Ramos Alvin Ailey Returns to Atlanta Christopher R. Wilson of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has found a way to connect the soul to the stage. For him, dance is far more than technique—it’s a way of communicating, of telling stories, and of creating moments that resonate long after the final curtain falls. Wilson’s journey began at age 11, when he first saw the Ailey Company...

Finance + Legal Services

Are You Ready to Apply for a Small Business Loan?

Article by Glenda Walker When applying for a small business loan, being prepared is key to ensuring a smooth and fast process. As the saying goes, "Stay ready so you don’t have to get ready." Having the right documents ready is essential for a successful application. Here are the key documents you’ll need: Last 3 Years Tax Returns (Personal and Business) Lenders want to see your financial history. Your personal and business tax returns for the past 3 years provide valuable insight into...

Life + Culture

Dr. Penny Brown Reynolds

A SoFu Legend Article by Dr. Aletha Cherry It's difficult not to be inspired by South Fulton legend Penny Brown Reynolds, PhD, JD, and USDA Deputy Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights. The Emmy-nominated judge, author, and SisterTalk founder drew me in with her words during Morehouse College’s 2024 Founder’s Day Convocation. She made it known that “Our silence co-conspires with injustice.” The first Black American to serve as executive counsel to Georgia’s governor and lieutenant governor...