Local Services

United Way of Greater Atlanta

A Lifeline for Mothers in Need Article and Photography by United Way of Greater Atlanta understands that a mother’s health is integral to the health of her children. Health, in this case, includes financial stability, mental and emotional health, food security, and other factors that encompass well-being. Created in 1997, United Way’s 2-1-1 Contact Center has become a one-stop resource for many single mothers. United Way’s 2-1-1 offers a variety of services, from rent and utility assistance...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Mayor Teresa Thomas-Smith

Leading with Love Article by Erikka Searles Mitchell Palmetto’s Mayor Teresa Thomas-Smith is a native Atlantan and a graduate of Benjamin E. Mays High School. She had been living in Palmetto with her husband and raising her kids for 20 years when she decided to start attending City Council meetings. She had questions and she was going to speak up and ask them. It wasn’t long after that she made the decision to run for a City Council seat. She wasn’t a fan of politics as usual, and it was clear...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Sharon Subadan

South Fulton Creating Legacy with New City Manager Article by Gabrielle Latimore City Manager Sharon Subadan is committed to South Fulton, bringing her undeniable passion and servant leadership. With a unique career path spanning over 34 years, Sharon’s journey began when she and her husband of 40 years migrated from Jamaica to Miami in pursuit of the American Dream. Sharon embraced the “broken road” by taking on more operational roles including bus maintenance and fleet management at the...

April 2024

Entertainment

Raising Southern Kids

Tips from a Mom Raising Southern Kids Article by Saleemah Jackson Allow me to reintroduce myself. I am a MRS K—a Mom Raising Southern Kids. Born and raised in the New England area, I’ve lived in the South for almost 2 decades. My husband and I love it here. It’s where we’ve decided to raise our children, and Georgia, you're our home.  Here’s what I’ve learned: 1.  Time is relative! As the saying goes, “New Yorkers are in a rush to go nowhere.” The exact opposite is true living in the South...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Zeta Phi Beta, Inc.- Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter

Celebrates Tea With Z Article and Photography by   On March 17, 2024, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated—Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter celebrated its 29th annual Tea with Z, showcasing elegance and a profound sense of community. The event at the sophisticated Whitehall Ballroom in downtown Atlanta attracted more than 300 guests, uniting them to celebrate their educational legacy and empowerment. The scholarship tea serves as a powerful tribute to the legacy of literary scholar and Zeta member...

April 2024

Health + Wellness

The Mighty Thyroid Gland

The Master Regulator Article by Dr. Chantaye Evans-Carhee The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped organ located in the front of the neck. Beyond its size, this gland wields significant powers in regulating metabolism, energy levels, temperatures and even mood.  As the helm of the endocrine system and metabolic regulator, the thyroid gland "blends" a symphony of hormones, particularly Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3). These two hormones influence the heart rate, digestion...

April 2024

Local Services

Michelle's Mother's Day Pics

Pamper Your Mom or Yourself This Mother’s Day! Article by Compiled by Michelle Taylor Willis and Erikka Searles Mitchell   Are you looking to find a special treat for the moms in your life or looking for a Mother’s Day treat just for you? Look no further than the cities of #SoFu for your Mother’s Day gifts and gift cards! Kupcakerie- East Point 2781 Main Street East Point, GA 30344 and Kupcakerie Grant Park, 717 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 Kupcakerie is the premier place to get...

April 2024

Food + Beverage

Caviar Queens!

Meet the Black Women Transforming Luxury, One Caviar Experience at a Time Article by Gabrielle Lattimore Two trailblazing Black women, KeShaundra Malone and Susan Smallwood, are bringing the luxury experience through each of their caviar businesses. Susan Smallwood: Susan’s journey is that of resilience, with the power of manifestation and positivity as her guiding source. Hosting her first caviar event in March 2020, Susan noticed a significant gap in representation when searching for...

March 2024

Life + Culture

Be a Part of the Gumbo Coalition

New Leadership by Marc Morial Article by Juju Ramos "Be the change you want to see in the world." For Marc Morial, this adage is not merely a slogan, it's the guiding principle that has shaped his life's journey. Raised by remarkable parents—a dedicated schoolteacher and a passionate civil rights lawyer—Morial's formative years were steeped in activism, community engagement, and entrepreneurial spirit. From an early age, he absorbed the values of hard work, social responsibility, and the...

March 2024

Life + Culture

Eastside Story

 Olajuwon Ajanaku and Earl Cooper are on a Mission to Change the Face of Golf and Invest in the Community Article by Glen Cox | Photography by Provided by Eastside Golf Morehouse alums aim to make golf more accessible for everyone with their disruptive lifestyle brand Eastside Golf   Olajuwon Ajanaku and Earl Cooper are on a mission to change the face of golf by making it more accessible for everyone. The two charismatic founders of disruptive lifestyle brand Eastside Golf, who grew up...

March 2024