. The 4-day camp will last June 6-9, 2016 from 9:00am–4:30pm. Approximately 16 rising high school students from the Chattahoochee Valley Area will converge on the Columbus Government Center, Recorders Court, and the Muscogee County Jail to have a real world perspective on the ins and outs of the legal andRead More →

Once I saw the pictures on the It’s A Wrap Cafe Instagram page, I knew I had to try it. The pictures boasted fresh local produce, delicious smoothies, a diverse menu (Including vegetarian/pescatarian selections), and uniquely crafted salads. So of course I had to go try it myself, and ofRead More →

(ATLANTA, GA) – Wednesday, May 18 – Last night, Rickey Smiley’s, “Rickey Smiley Foundation,” hosted a celebrity bowling tournament at Slingshot Entertainment in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta’s top VIP’s battled each other in a fun game of bowling led by Rickey Smiley and ED Lover. Special guests in attendance included: Karlie Redd (VH1 “Love & Hip Hop), Porsha Williams (“DISHRead More →

After my recent interview with International Conductor Jason Ikeem Rodgers, he told me that this event was sure to not disappoint, and he was right and exact! Jason introduced the members of an all new African-American orchestra: Orchestra Noir at Studio No. 7 in Atlanta, GA. The event was createdRead More →

Orchestra Noir is Atlanta’s premiere all African-American Orchestra, founded in 2016 by Music Director, Jason Ikeem Rodgers. Coined the Rosetta Stone of the orchestral world, Orchestra Noir strives to unite the musical legacies of the African diaspora with that of Western Europe in order to yield a deeper, more enrichedRead More →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Event: 2nd Annual Who’s Who Kids & Teen Honor Awards Day: May 13-14, 2016 Place: EpiCenter/Six Flags Over Georgia Contact Information, Media and Interviews: Brandi Dawson, B+Media and PR (newsblog@BrandiLDawson.com) CFOX Productions is excited to announce the 2nd Annual Who’s Who Kids & Teen Honor Awards! TheRead More →

TLC’s Chilli has partnered with Macy’s for their upcoming health and wellness-focused event entitled #GoYou. The consumer activation is scheduled for Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 12 PM in Atlanta, GA. In addition to leading customers in two brief workout routines; Chilli will debut her new workout single “BODY.” TheRead More →

Statement released by, Allan C. Vella, President and CEO, Fox Theatre, Atlanta.  Beginning in 1982, Prince performed 12 shows at Fox Theatre including most recently April 14, his last public concerts. Prince was a music pioneer, innovator and cultural icon. His music moved and inspired many, including the fans thatRead More →

AP: Prince’s publicist says singer is dead As reported by MPRNews: The Associated Press is quoting Prince’s publicist saying Prince is dead. Andrea Swensson, a local music reporter for MPR News’ sister station The Current has also confirmed the death.   The news comes while Carver County deputies are onRead More →

( Originally posted on The Grio ) Why is it called 4/20? Weed smokers participate in annual event without knowing its origins Every April 20th weed smokers all over the country “observe” a sort of underground holiday of sorts, where marijuana is consumed on or around 4:20 pm — and depending onRead More →