Education

Love Your Library?

Support It This December! Article and Photography by Many of us have fond childhood memories of our local library. For children, libraries are a crucial place of discovery and the development of fundamental literacy skills. For adults, it’s hard to imagine a world without libraries. They are a critical “third place” and gathering place for our communities. The neighborhood library offers programs and services beyond books, increasing access to technology, education, literacy, and community...

Life + Culture

Art Matters Here

Article by Jennifer Bauer-Lyons, Executive Director, South Fulton Arts At South Fulton Arts we believe art matters, as it is essential to connecting and engaging with each other as a community. Whether through performances or community events, we strive to create spaces where individuals from all walks of life can gather, connect, and celebrate the richness of our collective human experience. In a world often characterized by division and discord, the arts serve as a unifying force...

Arts + Culture

Pearl Cleage

At the Intersection of Life, Art, and Activism Article by Gabrielle Latimore | Photography by Courtesy of the Alliance Theatre   “Like the jazz musicians say, ‘Everything is everything,’” writer Pearl Cleage quotes as she reflects on what she would say to her younger self. Known for her novel, What Crazy Looks Like on an Ordinary Day, which was featured in Oprah’s Book Club; her play, “Flyin’ West”; and her book, Blues for an Alabama Sky, which had a recent production in London, Pearl is...

Life + Culture

Mayor Andre Dickens

Leading Atlanta’s Renaissance with Heart and Vision & Hosting 41st Annual Mayor's Ball Article by Jasmine Tiffany | Photography by Bob Mackey Photography For Atlanta native Mayor Andre Dickens, the heartbeat of the city isn’t just something you hear, it’s something you feel in every neighborhood, every event, and every initiative that drives change. As he prepares to host the annual UNCF Mayor’s Ball at the new Signia Hotel, Mayor Dickens reflects on how much the city has grown, how deeply...

Style + Beauty

Atlanta Fashion and Polo Classic Returns!

Article by Juju Ramos | Photography by Darrell Stoney The Atlanta Fashion and Polo Classic (AFPC) is not just an event; it is a dazzling spectacle that has earned its place as the signature event of the year in Atlanta.  This annual celebration artfully intertwines the sophistication of high fashion with the exhilarating action of polo, drawing an eclectic mix of fashion enthusiasts, polo aficionados, and notable guests from across the world.  Set in the picturesque surroundings of the...

Travel

Urban Cowboy in Nashville

Cactus, Pizza, Craft Drinks and Swings! Article by Michelle Taylor Willis Cactus, pizza, craft drinks, swing...  What comes to mind? Probably not Nashville, right?   Wrong! Urban Cowboy boutique hotel in Nashville lives up to all these and more!  Bliss in the middle of the city AND the feeling of the middle of the country at the same time! Upon arrival, you’re met with an 1800’s monstrosity that is simply magical. Parking is easy: on the street or in the small lot attached to the mansion. ...

Arts + Culture

An Opportunity to Shine!

Presenting the Miss South Fulton County Pageant Article by Jasmine Tiffany | Photography by Aric Thompson, Dream Multimedia Group The City of South Fulton is on the verge of something extraordinary, a new chapter of empowerment, leadership, and opportunity for young women, with the establishment of a local Miss Georgia Pageant division. At the heart of this initiative are two dynamic women, Councilwoman Helen Willis and Dr. Lovie, who are determined to provide a platform that will help young...

Local Services

Help Bishop Aaron B. Lackey Make Christmas Merry for So Many!

Article and Photography by Aaron B. Lackey Ministries, Inc. (ABLM) is a nonprofit organization that was birthed out of the heart of Bishop Aaron B. Lackey. This ministry coordinates and provides leadership for most of the Community Outreach efforts for Temple of Prayer Church, Inc. Although the ministry performs its sacerdotal duties, the real heartbeat of ABLM is to find ways to bless “the least, the less, the lost & the left out.” This year, Aaron B. Lackey Ministries will sponsor its 10th...

Professional Services

Ty Spears and the Jardine Spears Foundation

A Father's Love Makes a Difference in Autism Awareness Article by Zaria Samuel From the bustling fashion world in New York to revolutionizing politics to humanitarian endeavors in providing resources to families with children on the autism spectrum, there isn’t an industry that Ty Spears hasn’t dominated.  Spears launched his career in New York, appearing in Gentlemen’s Quarterly , Vogue , and Neiman Marcus. He made moves in the fashion industry by creating the Ty Spears Cosmetic...

Life + Culture

Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated Names Darlene McGhee Whittington 28th National President

Article and Photography by Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated–the most prominent African American family organization–is pleased to announce Darlene McGhee Whittington as the organization’s 28th National President! National President Whittington was elected on July 27 at the 46th National Convention in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Prior to being elected as National President, she served as the 2021-2023 Regional Director of the Southeastern Region and Southeastern Region Member-at-Large...