Could The 2026 King Of Sports Weekend Be The Set Up For The Return Of Queen Bey? Why Derby Weekend Feels Like the Start of Beyoncé’s Next Era As a horse lover and owner, the Kentucky Derby presents one of the most anticipated weekends of the year. The Derby is not just a race, it’s a cultural ritual complete with elegance, fashion, spectacle, and a By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
Grammy-Winning Powerhouse Benito Gonzalez & Drum Legend Jeff “Tain” Watts Light Up The Velvet Note for Two-Night Jazz Experience – May 1 & May 2 The acclaimed The Velvet Note continues to elevate the live music experience with an exclusive two-night engagement featuring pianist Benito Gonzalez and drummer Jeff "Tain" Watts on Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd, with showtimes at 7:30 PM & 9:30 PM each night. The By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Vincent M. Ward delivers a powerful, chilling performance in The Step Daddy. Vincent M. Ward Delivers A Standout, Bone-Chilling Performance In Psychological Thriller “The Step Daddy,” Premiering On Digital/VOD April 28 Acclaimed actor, writer, and producer Vincent M. Ward returns in his most intense and psychologically charged role yet with the upcoming thriller The Step Daddy, which will be released by Lionsgate on Digital and VOD April 28, 2026. CLICK TO WATCH TRAILER Best known for his breakout performance as “Oscar” By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
18-year-old Madison Harrison, teen journalist and visual artist. Teen Journalist & Visual Artist Madison Harrison Bridges Cultures Through K-POP - Dreams of Interviewing and Photographing Global K-POP Stars, BTS As global K-POP sensation BTS prepares to take the stage in Tampa Bay this weekend, teen journalist, photographer, and visual artist Madison Harrison is reflecting on the experiences, inspiration, and creative discipline that continue to shape her journey. Madison Harrison, based in Tampa, Florida, has spent the past 11 By Pamela Broussard • 4 min read
Funnyman Michael Colyar stands in his signature presence, bringing humor and energy to every stage. Legendary Comedian Michael Colyar Brings Laughter, Legacy, and Inspiration to Atlanta Comedy Theater in Norcross, May 8–10 Comedy legend, actor, motivational speaker, and television host Michael Colyar is set to light up the stage at the Atlanta Comedy Theater in Norcross, Georgia, for a powerful weekend of comedy, storytelling, and inspiration taking place May 8 through May 10. The engagement will be held at the Atlanta Comedy By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Danny De Lloyd Danny De Lloyd Delivers a Standout Performance in ALLBLK’s New Original Series “Wild Rose” Award-winning actor Danny De Lloyd is captivating audiences in the highly anticipated new television series “Wild Rose,” now streaming on ALLBLK. Known for his commanding screen presence and dynamic performances, De Lloyd brings depth, charisma, and intensity to the gripping drama, which is quickly becoming one of the platform’ By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read
Big Fit Speaks: From Carolina Roots to “Souther Soul Boom Bap,” A Veteran Voice Still Evolving the Culture In a culture where hip-hop often moves at the speed of trends, Big Fit stands out as an artist rooted in patience, perspective, and lived experience. Hailing from Eastover, South Carolina, his journey stretches across eras of Southern rap, from early inspirations in packed college shows to a modern By King O’muni Lens • 4 min read
Everyday Community The Heart of the Matter: Hunter Gilmore’s Mission to Protect the Next Generation When you speak with Hunter Gilmore, it becomes immediately clear how deeply she cares, as a young woman herself, about the safety, dignity, and emotional wellbeing of other young women. What struck me right away was her compassion. There is such sincerity in the way she talks about college students, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
A’ja Wilson with Princess Tiana and Disney Dreamers Travel WNBA Star A'ja Wilson Shows 2026 Disney Dreamers Academy Class That Dreams are Limitless A’ja Wilson knows all about making your dreams come true. The WNBA standout is a four-time MVP for the Las Vegas Aces, two-time Olympic and World Cup gold medalist. The South Carolina native is also a New York Times Best Selling author, and in her book, Dear By Brenda Alexander • 7 min read
Photography by Nathan Percy Stormi Steele is 2026's Woman of the Year The driveway leading to Stormi Steele’s 55-acre homestead slows your breathing before you even realize. The road widens, the trees stretch higher, and then the landscape opens into something that feels less like a reality television backdrop and more like the opening scene of a Southern love story By Dr. Christal Jordan • 6 min read
Everyday Community Where Hip-Hop Meets Worship: Reach Records Signs Atlanta's 2819 Worship Atlanta-based worship collective becomes first worship team signed to a predominantly Christian hip-hop label Reach Records, the GRAMMY Award-winning label founded by artist Lecrae, has signed 2819 Worship — the worship collective of Atlanta's 2819 Church — to its roster. The announcement was made during the church& By Victor Flavius • 1 min read
Everyday Community The Measure of a Man: Why Lenox & Parker Honors Dr. David Manuel at 60 A man’s life is not measured by the titles he holds, but by the weight he is willing to carry for others. As Dr. David Manuel steps into his 60th year, Lenox & Parker honors him not simply for professional excellence, but for the far deeper qualities that have By Dr. Christal Jordan • 5 min read
