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Flowing With Blessings aids the unhoused with free showers, laundry services
Clarenton "Nicky" Crawford founded the nonprofit Flowing With Blessings in 2022 to provide free showers, clothing, food, and laundry services to Atlanta's unhoused population, with the goal of restoring dignity and health consciousness. The post Flowing With Blessings aids the unhoused with free showers, laundry services appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Team USA women’s basketball squad emphasizes endorsement of Kamala Harris for president
(CNN) — The head coach and players of Team USA’s women’s basketball emphasized their endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential bid on Wednesday. It’s the first major political statement from a top American team at this year’s Olympics and comes as the presidential race is heating up back home. Harris took over the Democratic nomination earlier […] The post Team USA women’s basketball squad emphasizes endorsement of Kamala Harris for president appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Simone Biles’ brilliant comeback and other takeaways from the individual all-around gymnastics final
Paris (CNN) — Simone Biles is once again the Olympic gold medalist in individual all-around gymnastics after winning one of the most dramatic finals of these Paris Olympics. Biles held off a spirited challenge from brilliant Brazilian Rebeca Andrade, who once again won silver and Biles’ teammate Suni Lee took the bronze. Here are four takeaways from […] The post Simone Biles’ brilliant comeback and other takeaways from the individual all-around gymnastics final appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Biden administration announces $2 billion in direct payments for Black and minority farmers
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — The Biden administration has doled out more than $2 billion in direct payments for Black and other minority farmers discriminated against by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the president announced Wednesday. More than 23,000 farmers were approved for payments ranging from $10,000 to $500,000, according to the USDA. Another 20,000 who planned to […] The post Biden administration announces $2 billion in direct payments for Black and minority farmers appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene
ATLANTA – Sean Patrick Cirillo has pleaded guilty to transmitting interstate threats to injure U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. “Threatening to kill a public official is reprehensible,” said U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan. “Our office will not tolerate any form of violence, threats or intimidation against public officials. The prosecution of individuals who threaten the […] The post Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Federal Appeals Court blocks SAVE program’s student loan forgiveness
18 conservative states have won a temporary stay to block the SAVE program, which aimed to relieve millions of borrowers of the rising costs of loan repayment, and the Department of Education has announced administrative adjustments for SAVE program participants. The post Federal Appeals Court blocks SAVE program’s student loan forgiveness appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Dr. Julianne Malveaux: Kamala Harris Definitely Earned It (DEI)
Vice President Kamala Harris has a strong electoral record, having worked her way up to her current position, despite the slurs and attacks from Republicans. The post Dr. Julianne Malveaux: Kamala Harris Definitely Earned It (DEI) appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Black Women’s Health Imperative fights for women’s health and fibroids awareness
The Black Women's Health Imperative is advocating for policies and funding to research and educate about uterine fibroids, a common condition that affects 80% of Black women by the age of 50, in order to improve the lives of those suffering from the disease. The post Black Women’s Health Imperative fights for women’s health and fibroids awareness appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Harris for President campaign to hit the road next week starting in Philly, returns to Georgia
Vice President Kamala Harris will be campaigning in several battleground states, including Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Carolina, Arizona, Nevada, and Georgia, in the coming weeks. The post Harris for President campaign to hit the road next week starting in Philly, returns to Georgia appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
10 Big Lies Trump and the Republicans Tell About Kamala Harris
Donald Trump and the Republicans have made numerous false claims about Vice President Kamala Harris, including that she is not really Black, a failed border czar, a "DEI hire," ineligible to run, a "San Francisco liberal," soft on crime, and that she slept her way to the top. The post 10 Big Lies Trump and the Republicans Tell About Kamala Harris appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
NABJ Chicago 2024: Protestors and supporters await Trump at Hilton
CHICAGO – The National Association of Black Journalists annual convention is taking place in Chicago this week and thousands of journalists of all colors and creeds are in town for the occasion. However, they all might not be in the city of big shoulders to celebrate Black journalism. Former United States President Donald J. Trump […] The post NABJ Chicago 2024: Protestors and supporters await Trump at Hilton appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Local organization gives debt relief grants to Georgia State students
Knowledge Inspires Notable Giving (K.I.N.G.) Entertainment Group celebrated its 2024 Knowledge Inspired Notable Giving Mixer & Silent Auction on Saturday, July 27 at Ventana’s rooftop in Downtown Atlanta. The event was held to award local influencers and community leaders for doing good in the community, and award scholarships to local college students. “We have a […] The post Local organization gives debt relief grants to Georgia State students appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Consumers with 1 credit card have lower debt and better credit, on average
Experian data shows that 25% of consumers have only one active credit card, and these financial minimalists tend to have higher average credit scores and lower balances than the general population. The post Consumers with 1 credit card have lower debt and better credit, on average appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
‘The momentum in this race is shifting’: Kamala Harris returns to Atlanta as the people’s choice
Kamala Harris and Joe Biden are set to attend the funeral of Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee in Houston, while Donald Trump will meet with journalists during the National Association of Black Journalists convention in Chicago. The post ‘The momentum in this race is shifting’: Kamala Harris returns to Atlanta as the people’s choice appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
National Book Club Conference celebrates 20th anniversary in Atlanta
The National Book Club Conference (NBCC) is celebrating its 20th anniversary on August 2-4, at the Westin Buckhead in Atlanta. The conference is a literary organization that features Black authors, providing a space for readers and authors to connect and create community. The conference attracts hundreds of book lovers and many popular Black authors. “[The […] The post National Book Club Conference celebrates 20th anniversary in Atlanta appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
The Denim Workroom reimagines the lifecycle of denim
The Denim Workroom, a new denim restoration and repurposing shop based in Atlanta, is working to change how people incorporate denim into their lifestyles. Currently, operating solely online, the shop specializes in tailoring and alterations to denim clothing. “The Denim Workroom is a sustainable approach to denim, tailoring, and alterations. We do custom work, we […] The post The Denim Workroom reimagines the lifecycle of denim appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Project 2025: The Blueprint for America’s Democratic Demise
Donald Trump's running mate, Sen. J.D. Vance, has described him as "America's Hitler," and the Republicans' national convention was filled with thunderous applause for Trump and his draconian policies outlined in Project 2025, which aims to take control of the country and our lives. The post Project 2025: The Blueprint for America’s Democratic Demise appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Nollywood aims to become a global cultural phenomenon like Afrobeats
New Orleans, Louisiana (CNN) — Nollywood, Nigeria’s vibrant film industry, is setting its sights on achieving global recognition akin to the meteoric rise of Afrobeats. As the third-largest film industry in the world by number of films produced annually, Nollywood has long been a significant cultural force within Africa. The industry’s roots date back to the […] The post Nollywood aims to become a global cultural phenomenon like Afrobeats appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
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The Atlanta Voice newspaper was founded by Mr. Ed Clayton, a formidable newspaperman and J. Lowell Ware in 1966 with a defined vision and mission, which has been the publications’ motto and driving force ever since: “A People Without A Voice Cannot Be Heard.” Mr. Clayton died after the first issue of the paper was produced leaving Mr. Ware as the sole publisher. The venerable, award-winning publication was born out of the refusal of the white-owned majority Atlanta media to give fair and credible coverage to the burgeoning Civil Rights Movement. It was effectively and uniquely spearheaded by the legendary and politically powerful, J. Lowell Ware, who when he died at age 63 in 1991, had been responsible for publishing seven newspapers throughout the states of Georgia and Alabama; The Atlanta Voice, The Athens Voice, The Macon Voice, The Tuskegee Voice, The Pensacola Voice, The Inter-Scholastic Journal and The Atlanta Inquirer. The paper was started “out of the movement,” remembers his daughter and current Atlanta Voice Publisher, Janis Ware; a dynamic and charismatic housing expert, businesswoman and community activist, who readily assumed the role and responsibility for fulfilling her father’s vision. Janis Ware is a University of Georgia Business School graduate, whose career has been unwavering in completing her father’s lifelong interest in publishing and community development. She has continued the mission and vision of The Atlanta Voice as the unchallenged leader and foremost provider of news and information pertinent to the well being of Atlanta’s African American community. For years, Janis Ware worked alongside her famous father in the publishing business learning his style, understanding his dedication to excellence, and receiving inspiration from his passion for his people. His legacy has also become her mission. She continues in the spirit of the high journalistic standards and commitment to the community passed on to her by her esteemed father.
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