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The Power of Community: Why Black Entrepreneurs Day Matters Now More Than Ever

*Courtesy Black Entrepreneurs Day

By Victor Flavius • 6 min read

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Tavis Smiley and KBLA Talk Radio: A Conversation with Dr. Tara Merchant

In an insightful interview with Dr. Tara Merchant, a respected journalist, Tavis Smiley, the renowned broadcaster and owner of KBLA Talk 1580, shared the compelling story of how he launched his groundbreaking radio station. Central to his vision was the influence of his close friend, the legendary musician Prince, who

By Pamela Broussard • 2 min read

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Grammy-winning producer Jermaine Dupri announces new student internship at Ideas Festival Emory

Jermaine Dupri, a Grammy Award winner, Atlanta native, and founder of So So Def Recordings, announced an exciting new internship for Emory students during the keynote session of the inaugural Ideas Festival on Sept. 20. The internship will provide two undergraduate students with an opportunity to work with Dupri and

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read

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Embrace Your Future Why "The Most Important Question of Your Life" Holds the Key

In the whirlwind of everyday life, it's easy to find ourselves swept away, lost in the cacophony of obligations and distractions. But amidst the chaos, there's a quiet, persistent question that tugs at our hearts and minds: What is the purpose of our existence? Embracing the

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read

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Unwrap Holiday Joy with Music Icon Jody Watley's "Christmas Time Is Here"

This holiday season, unwrap the gift of joy and festive spirit with the Grammy Award-winning music icon Jody Watley's enchanting rendition of "Christmas Time Is Here." Available On All Streaming Platforms! Released last year on November 17, 2022, Watley's timeless interpretation of the classic

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read

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Embracing Gratitude: The Spirit of Thanksgiving By Bobby Brown

As the holiday season approaches, and the air is filled with a crisp, comforting chill, it's only natural for us to take a moment to reflect on the blessings in our lives. Thanksgiving, in particular, has a unique way of reminding us of the importance of gratitude. It&

By Victor Flavius • 3 min read

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2nd Annual "Feed the Family" Thanksgiving Event in Honor of Bobby Brown Jr.

Hosted by The Bobbi Kristina Serenity House and Simply Wholesome In the spirit of Thanksgiving, The Bobbi Kristina Serenity House, a non-profit Domestic Violence Safe Haven founded by Grammy award-winning R&B entertainer Bobby Brown and entrepreneur phenom Alicia Etheredge-Brown in 2015, has joined forces with Simply Wholesome to

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read

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Top 5 accessories to make the most of your tailgating season

The time is finally here to dust off the jerseys, wrangle up the crew and get ready for football season. But first — the tailgate. From providing shade, space and support to firing up the grill, RealTruck is here to share its favorite truck accessories to make the most of your

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read

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The BLK WomenEqual Pay Day 2023 Conference

GET Cities is excited to announce their partnership with Fem Equity for the BLK Women Equal Pay Day Conference. This one-day, public event is a jam-packed affair for Black women and other women of color who are early in their career, ready to scale their career, and/or changing careers.

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read

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The Diva Foundation Unveils Documentary “Unexpected”

Last week, Emmy award-winning actor, author, singer, philanthropist, and community activist Sheryl Lee Ralph, along with The DIVA Foundation, will unveil the new documentary short “Unexpected” at the 2023 Essence Film Festival in New Orleans. The documentary short, produced by Ralph and directed by Zeberiah Newman, follows Masonia Traylor and

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read

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C-Murder Teams Up with Ben Crump and NAACP President to Push for Freedom

Corey Miller, also known as C-Murder, is renewing his efforts to secure his release from the Louisiana Department of Corrections, where he has been serving a life sentence since 2009 for the murder of 16-year-old Steve Thompson in 2002. Miller's latest push for freedom includes enlisting the help

By Victor Flavius • 1 min read

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C Murder's Fight Continues With Hunger Strike and a Call to Action.

For more than two decades, fans of recording artist C Murder have been fighting for his release from prison. In his prime, C Murder (real name Corey Miller) was a rising star in the music industry, until he was accused of murder and convicted by a jury in 2003. The

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read