Our Donnell Suggs asked Trae Young what it would take for the NBA to schedule the Atlanta Hawks not only on Christmas Day, but for the team to host a Christmas Day game at State Farm Arena. #TrueToAtlanta #NBA
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51st Bayou Classic
We are inside the Louisiana Superdome for the 51st Annual Bayou Classic! Here’s what you need to know: if the Southern Jaguars beat Jackson State next week in the SWAC Championship game, they will play South Carolina State in the Celebration Bowl! #HBCUs #BayouClassic #BayouClassic #HBCUs
Ebony Austin, owner of several area restaurants and a regular contributor to local fundraising drives, has made a significant donation of $20,000 to the Jonesboro High School band, the Majestic Marching Cardinals. This generous contribution will enable the band to participate in the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the students involved.
The band director, Lynel Goodwin, expressed his gratitude for Austin's support, stating that it is the difference between the band being able to go on the trip or not. Austin's philosophy on giving is simple - she believes in pouring into students to empower them and make a difference in their lives.
The trip to New York City will be life-changing for the students, as they will have the opportunity to tour Harlem, visit the Statue of Liberty, perform alongside the Rockettes, and have dinner on the Hudson River. The band has plans to perform in London next year and have previously performed on Thanksgiving Day in Chicago.
The Majestic Marching Cardinals are a testament to the power of community and the importance of supporting our youth. Austin's donation is a shining example of how individuals can make a difference in the lives of others.
Read more at https://theatlantavoice.com/jonesboro-high-school-band-donation/
Vice President Kamala Harris made a final campaign rally appearance in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The "When We Vote We Win" rally was held at the site of the former Atlanta Civic Center, where Harris delivered a powerful message to the crowd, urging them to vote and make a difference in the upcoming election.
The event featured high-profile politicians, musicians, actors, and local celebrities, including 2 Chainz, Pastor Troy, Spike Lee, Victoria Monét, and Atlanta's own Monica. Harris emphasized the importance of voting, stating that it's the only way to ensure that the country moves in the right direction.
Harris also highlighted the record-breaking voter participation in Georgia, with over one million Black voters casting ballots during the early voting period. She urged the crowd to be intentional in how they build community, emphasizing the power of unity and the importance of voting for new leadership in America.
The rally was a reminder of the importance of voting and the impact it can have on the future of our country. Harris made a clear commitment to be a President for all people and urged citizens to cast their ballots for a better future.
What are your thoughts on the importance of voting and the role it plays in shaping our nation's future?
Grammy Award-winning rapper Nelly celebrated his 50th birthday in Atlanta with a star-studded Western-themed bash. The event, dubbed "HalloWestern," was attended by actors, comedians, influencers, and Atlanta hip-hop legends such as Jermaine Dupri, Big Gipp of Goodie Mobb, Big Boi, and T.I.. Nelly, who has spent over 20 years in the hip-hop game, thanked hip-hop for allowing him to not only reach 50 but also not feel 50.
Nelly shared that he didn't celebrate his birthday until he could afford to throw his own parties. NuFace, dubbed the hip-hop historian, said Nelly was an integral part of putting St. Louis hip-hop on the map.
Big Gipp of Goodie Mobb recalled some of his great memories with Nelly, including collaborating on Nelly's "Sweatsuit" album and going on tour with him for three years. He also shared his favorite memory of creating "Grillz," which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2005.
Nelly's milestone age was also marked by the 20th anniversary of his iconic Apple Bottom Jeans apparel line, which he recently announced he's relaunching in November 2024. With age comes wisdom, and Nelly had some advice for the older people in hip-hop. He urged them to stop trying to tell the youngins that they're wrong all the time and to allow them to make their own mistakes and grow.
What do you think about Nelly's approach to celebrating his 50th birthday and his advice to the older people in hip-hop? Do you agree with his perspective on allowing the younger generation to make their own mistakes and grow?
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https://theatlantavoice.com/nelly-celebrates-50th-birthday-atlanta/
Tyler Perry said of Atlanta, 'This is where I found the American dream for itself.' In this clip, Perry highlights the moment where he bought Fort McPherson, a former Confederate Army base.
#GaPol #TylerPerry #Election2024
In the clip below, Vice President Kamala Harris responded to Gaza demonstrators in Glendale, Arizona.
Groups like Uncommitted have wanted the Biden Administration to not only push for a cease fire, but also stop providing money and resources to Israel's government.
For more information, visit #TheAtlantaVoice.com.
#Gaza #Israel #Decision2024 #Palestine
For context, Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech drew an estimated 250,000 people on August 28, 1963. It is unclear how large the "Stop the Steal" crowd was, though the Associated Press has reported that it reached 10,000 by the afternoon when the riot began on January 6, 2021.
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Donald Trump admitted if he wins there will never be another election. He gave his remarks at the Turning Point Action summit in West Palm Beach, Fla. For more coverage, visit #TheAtlantaVoice.com.#Decision2024 #Trump
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