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03/18/2025

Its not the Biltmore House, but its close

Asheville, North Carolina - You can think of it as your very own personal Biltmore House. 10 Beaverbrook Court of Asheville, North Carolina, is a beautiful 7,277 square foot and 99-acre residential property located in the mountains of Western North Carolina.

Centered in the hillside of the affluent Beaver Lake community, 10 Beaverbrook Court can be used as a high end family vacation and/or your very own year-round residence with amenities such as good local schools and a vibrant social community to enjoy.

The listing agent, Ivestor Jackson Blackstream, provides the following description on their website: "Escape to your one-of-a-kind 99-acre sanctuary in north Asheville. The primary house, within the city limits, has breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains. An eight-foot iron fence and internet-monitored and controlled security gate provide privacy.

Its not the Biltmore House, but its closeAsheville, North Carolina - You can think of it as your very own personal Biltmore House. 10 Beaverbrook Court of A

03/11/2025

Major retailer becomes the target of an economic protest

Stonecrest, Georgia - After ending their DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs in February, Target became the center of a nationwide economic protest.

Just last month, a one-day protest was held on February 28th, and Forbes reported that Target had greeted 11% fewer people in the store, and Target's online sales were down by 9%.

This month, during the Christian observation of "Lent," a 40-day ceremonial event that recognizes the birth and death of Jesus Christ, a 40-day boycott will be running simultaneously along with the ceremony; Lent started on Ash Wednesday (March 5) and will end on Holy Thursday (April 17). Now in its second week in operation, and led by the Atlanta metropolitan area pastor, Jamal Bryant, of New Birth Baptist Church.

Stonecrest, Georgia - After ending their DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs in February, Target became the center of a nationwide economic protest.

03/11/2025

Is Elon Musk's politics hurting Tesla?

Since going to Washington and being a part of Trump's new administration. ABC News is reporting that Tesla has lost a market value of $700 billion dollars and its own personal net worth has lost $148 billion.

Shareholders of Tesla are questioning Musk's ability to lead the company as he digs deeper into politics. Is Elon Musk's politics hurting Tesla? Barstool Sports founder and Republican supporter, Dave Portnoy, is Tesla shareholder and wants to know what has Musk done to help Tesla. On February 27th, Portnoy released the following tweet on "X:" "If I’m gonna be fair these questions needs to be asked today. Why is the release of the Epstein list always a s**t show? What’s the point of booting out illegals and criminals while somehow becoming a safe haven for the Tate brothers? Why is Crypto in the toilet if Trump is crypto king?

Is Elon Musk's politics hurting Tesla? Since going to Washington and being a part of Trump's new administration. ABC News is reporting that Tesla has lost a

03/06/2025

Trump's goal is to return the VA back to the 2019 workforce levels of 400,000

Washington, D.C. - With a workforce of over 470,000 employees, the Trump administration's goal is to cut personnel by 80,000 to bring the VA back to its 2019 workforce level of 400,000.CBS acquired a memo Tuesday from the Trump Administration explaining their goal to start in August. CBS asked the administration who they were targeting for the job cuts, and the White House responded, "refuses to accept the VA bureaucracy and bloat that has hindered Veterans' ability to receive timely and quality care."Deputy Press Secretary, Anna Kelly, added additional comments in a statement, "By making the VA workforce more efficient, President Trump and Secretary Collins will ensure greater efficiency and transparency for our nation's heroes while preserving the benefits they earned."

Trump's goal is to return the VA back to the 2019 workforce levels of 400,000 Washington, D.C. - With a workforce of over 470,000 employees, the Trump admini

03/06/2025

The father and daughter pair were at a carwash cleaning a vehicle when they were targeted

Forest Hills, Texas - On Monday morning 30-year-old Ronnie Smith, a local rapper more commonly known as G$ Lil Ronnie, and his 5-year-old daughter, R'Mani, were simply making a casual visit to Slappy's Express Car Wash. While cleaning their vehicle they were unexpectedly approached by two men who fired several shots killing them both in the broad daylight.

R'Mani had just celebrated her 5th birthday a day prior.

NBC News is reporting that one suspect has been identified and will be charged with capital murder.

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The father and daughter pair were at a carwash cleaning a vehicle when they were targeted Forest Hills, Texas - On Monday morning 30-year-old Ronnie Smith, a

03/05/2025

McBath files paperwork to possibly place herself in the 2026 race for Georgia governor

Atlanta, Georgia - For the past six years Congresswoman Lucy McBath has been representing Georgia's sixth district. Now the Congresswoman is exploring the possibility of running for Governor. She has made a reputable name for herself over the years fighting for gun control.

McBath was inspired to run for office afer her son Jordan Davis was murdered in Florida by, Michael Dunn. In 2012, Dunn claimed he was only defending himself after Davis threaten to kill him when they were in a confrontation about Davis's loud music and Dunn asked him to turn it down. Dunn is now serving a life sentence after being convicted of first degree murder.

Since being in office McBath has helped secure $25 million in gun violence research, lead a bipartison H.R. 8 bill for gun purchase backgrounds, and more.

03/03/2025

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act requires proof of citizenship when voting in federal elections

Representative Chip Roy of Texas introduced a bill called, "Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE)," on May 7, 2024 that would require voters to show proof of their United States citizenship before being able to vote in federal elections. One would believe that showing proof of their citizenship is an easy task to do, but this newly proposed method of showing proof of one's citizenship may be a problem for 69 million American women.

If passed, the law will require people to show documented proof of not only of their identity, but also of their citizenship. Many are concerned about how this would affect millions of women who has changed their last names after marriage and don't have citizenship documents that addresses their new identity.

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act requires proof of citizenship when voting in federal elections Representative Chip Roy of Texas introduced a

03/03/2025

Free grocery store opens to serve the needs of students and local residents

The city of Stonecrest, the nonprofit Foodr, and Martin Luther King High School partnered together to open the county's first free grocery store.

The city of Stonecrest, the nonprofit Foodr, and Martin Luther King High School partnered together to open the county's first free grocery store.

03/02/2025

Matthew Huttle was a habitual traffic offender who was driving on a suspended license and couldn't accept the thought of going to jail

Jasper County, Indiana—Matthew Huttle said he was just keeping up with traffic when he was pulled over for speeding; the officer clocked him at 70 mph in a 55 mph zone.

Upon reaching for his license and registration, Huttle gave the officer a forewarning that his license is suspended and he is also a "January 6th defendant" waiting on his pardon. Huttle mentioned that he was not looking for any trouble, hinting that he can't afford to face any additional legal problems.

After running his license, the officer discovered that Huttle had had several traffic infractions, and he had no other choice but to take Huttle in, but Huttle refused.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zf6BgUd86I4

Jasper County, Indiana—Matthew Huttle said he was just keeping up with traffic when he was pulled over for speeding; the officer clocked him at 70 mph in a 55 mph zone.

03/01/2025

Decatur, Georgia - The new DeKalb County CEO, Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, is not the new kid on the block. While only serving 60 days in her position of DeKalb County's newly elected leader she is already making an impact within the community in her new position.

02/03/2025

Sunday night’s 67th annual GRAMMY Awards was a night filled with MUSTARD! Kendrick Lamar, the Compton-based MC, was nominated for seven awards and took home five, including Song and Record of the Year for his Drake diss track, “Not Like Us.” DJ Mustard was the producer behind Lamar’s popular track that was Billboard’s number one song on the Hot 100.

https://atl.news/2025/02/03/winners-of-the-2025-grammys/

Sunday night's 67th annul GRAMMY awards was a night filled with MUSTARD! Kendrick Lamar, the Compton based MC, was nominated for seven awards and took home 5; including song and record of the year for his Drake dis track, "Not Like Us." DJ Mustard was the producer behind Lamar's popular track that w...

01/29/2025

10 of the fastest-growing jobs in Atlanta

LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise 2025

Are you considering a new career path? Are you considering moving to Atlanta? Are you just simply looking for a change? According to LinkedIn's data, these are the 10 fastest-growing jobs in Atlanta. The metro Atlanta community is growing to become a world-class community with many available opportunities to pursue.

LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise 2025Are you considering a new career path? Are you considering moving to Atlanta? Are you just looking for a change? According to LinkedIn's data these are the 10 fastest growing jobs in Atlanta. The metro Atlanta community is growing to become a world class community with....

01/29/2025

Brittney Griner to start "DREAMING" big in Atlanta

Griner agrees to a one-year contract with the Atlanta Dream

Atlanta, Georgia - After spending 11 years with the Phoenix Mercury, Brittney Griner is making a change to dream big in Atlanta. The 6'9 (206 cm) and 87.5 in (222 cm) wingspan of a center announced her plans Tuesday night to join the Dream.



https://atl.news/2025/01/29/brittney-griner-to-start-dreaming-big-in-atlanta/

Griner agrees to a one-year contract with the Atlanta Dream

Atlanta, Georgia - After spending 11 years with the Phoenix Mercury, Brittney Griner is making a change to dream big in Atlanta. The 6'9 (206 cm) and 87.5 in (222 cm) wingspan of a center announced her plans Tuesday night to join the Dream.

Atlanta, Georgia - After spending 11 years with the Phoenix Mercury, Brittney Griner is making a change to dream big in Atlanta. The 6'9 (206 cm) and 87.5 in (222 cm) wingspan of a center announced her plans Tuesday night to join the Dream.

01/29/2025

Metro Atlanta mall closes due to high electric bill

Town Center At Cobb's power was disconnected by Georgia Power due to a "highly delinquent" power bill

Kennesaw, Georgia - It appears that everyday regular people are not the ones that are experiencing hard times. The metropolitan Atlanta mall, Town Center At Cobb, had to cut operating hours Tuesday morning after their lights were cut off during business hours.

Kennesaw, Georgia - It appears that everyday regular people are not the ones that are experiencing hard times. The metropolitan Atlanta mall, Town Center Ar Cobb, had to cut operating hours Tuesday morning after their lights were cut off during business hours.

01/28/2025

Xfinity Mobile Consistently Ranks Faster Than Competitors Across the South

As the world becomes more and more reliant on the internet and its available resources. The need to access these resources and information quickly is needed more than ever before.

https://atl.news/2025/01/28/xfinity-mobiles-speeds-soaring-150-percent-across-the-south/

As the world becomes more and more reliant on the internet and its available resources. The need to access these resources and information quickly is more needed than ever before.