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Peyton Alex Smith Joins Streetz 94.5 to Hand Our Turkeys at the South Dekalb Mall and Walmart on Old National Hwy

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Yung Joc and the Streetz Morning Takeover appeared at the South DeKalb Mall parking lot. Shawty Shawty and Mz Shyneka (not shown in gallery) joined them. Netflix’s ‘All American’ lead actor Peyton Alex Smith was happy to volunteer. He greeted residents and handed out free Shady Brook Farms turkeys, potatoes, greens, and PRIME energy drinks. They also provided all the fixings to make an amazing Thanksgiving Day dinner.

There was a long line of residents ready to greet a long line of volunteers. There were several different organizations that showed up for the host Larry Johnson and the Women of the NAACP Atlanta. Nicole Ford of District 3 was out in the cold with her supporters.

The girls representing Prime had free merchandise. The organization Hug Life cares, and members of the Divine 9 also participated and made their presence felt. The @mystreetz945atl team left the South DeKalb Mall. They met up with Streetz 94.5 radio hosts J Smoke and ETCali at the Walmart on Old National Hwy. They wanted to keep the spirit of “1 free turkey per family” alive.

Many seniors and neighborhood residents showed up. They also had the opportunity to sign up for a medical CBD card. Additionally, they received more free treats. There was a gaming truck available. It was a reward for the kids who waited patiently in line with their parents and grandmas.

The Nagel Law Firm was representing at the Walmart on Old National Hwy. Dr Maria of Noble Chiropractic in Norcross, offered amazing free 5 minute massage sessions. ETCali was leading the pack as far as fan recognition. Many people wanted to pose in a photo with him. They thanked him for cheering them up in traffic from 2-6pm daily.

Thanks to the Team Captain Solo. He ran a tight ship in the parking lot. He directed the drivers, kept the order, and stayed on time from start to end. Everything was very well organized. What an amazing Saturday for the Community. Giving Back is definitely the love language at Streetz 94.5 as a radio family.

ATLANTA, Atlanta Bars, Atlanta Night Life, Food

Damon Johnson’s Successful Collaboration at Black Restaurant Week Atlanta

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Restaurateur, businessman, and owner of Fin & Feathers Restaurants, Damon Johnson, collaborated with restaurant real estate broker Bryan Davis for the second leg of Black Restaurant Week in Atlanta. Alongside black spirit owners and representatives from Stella Artois, Greenwood Whiskey, and influential tastemakers of Atlanta, the networking mixer exuded confidence and success.

“This Stella Artois beer is highly enjoyable; it possesses a balanced strength suitable for all, regardless of gender,” remarked a female patron at the event. “Initially sampling my husband’s beer, I found myself desiring my own.” This enthusiastic conversation echoed throughout the restaurant.

Wings are available on the $5 Happy Hour Menu

“The catfish nuggets and the thigh nuggets were absolutely fantastic,” exclaimed a Microsoft tech enthusiast. “When I stumbled upon the event flyer online, I just had to come over here for the complimentary drinks. Guess what? I was even more thrilled when I discovered the $5 Menu.”

Numbers were being exchanged, selfies and group photos were being taken throughout, reflecting the high level of engagement within the group of business professionals. Their palpable excitement about the food, drinks, and the stimulating conversations with new acquaintances indicated a truly invigorating gathering.

Fin and Feathers offers its $5.00 menu daily from 12 noon to 8 pm on weekdays and from 5 pm to 8 pm on weekends. Visit one of their locations in Douglasville, Edgewood, Riverdale, Midtown, Valdosta, Las Vegas; or Augie’s Cafe and Augie’s Cafe Breakfast Bar in Atlanta, Georgia.

Black Restaurant week ends on the 18th of August. There are only a couple of days left. Visit the website to find out about the closeout events happening through the 18th. The seafood fest is on the way, and there are so many activities. Please continue to check your Eventbrite for more themed events.

Ambrose and Damon Johnson
Fin & Feathers Midtown Bar - Black Restaurant Week
Fin and Feathers Midtown Atlanta,GA Photo Credit Jonell Whitt
Black Restaurant Week Atlanta 8/4-8/18
ATLANTA, BET Network

Tyler Perry’s Men vs Women of ‘Sistas’ on BET

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Chido Nwokocha, DeVale Ellis, Brian Jordan Jr, Kevin Walton and Anthony Dalton made the cut.

Can you blame her?

Wednesday nights can’t come fast enough! It’s 9pm and I’ve already taken my bath, ate dinner, got on my new pajamas and I am ready for the drama. Zac is really doing the most considering he has an entire fiancé who by the way isn’t wearing her ring anymore.

Karen is working my nerves as she is treating this entire Zac “nice treatment” situation or should we call it the “Karen pity party” like she hit the lotto & not showing any sadness anymore for the fact that her entire salon is in shambles. This just goes to show that she used Aaron for company, simply so she could say she has a piece of a man.

Andi can see right through it and feels bad for her friend Fatima as she should. Fatima is so over Zac. She put her heart on the line totally deciding to trust again and what does Zac do? He folds like a chair at a card table. I am thoroughly disappointed in Zac and his lack of compassion for his fiancé’s feelings and didn’t give her two seconds to allow Fatima to console him because he was too busy kicking dust in everyone’s face while taking off for the salon at the mere thought that something could have happened to Karen.

On last night’s show Zac even admitting to loving Karen. He didn’t even state “someone that I used to love.” He sat there in Fatima’s face and said he loved Karen more than his own Mama. That’s deep. I would have taken the ring off too and threw it in the backyard in the bushes. I’m hoping Fatima can be strong and swallow this gut punch from Zac. The most terrible part is Zac is walking around like he is oblivious to Fatima’s feelings or what this new found compassion for Karen is doing to Fatima and all onlookers.

Haden. He definitely deserved his own sentence. I can’t believe this man married this girl he barely knows and I have a feeling if he tries to break out of this And will represent her and take Haden for everything. Every week the plot thickens and I am here for “As the world turns” ONLY in Atlanta.

What was your favorite part of the show tonight? I loved when Andi Sr 40 years later walked in wearing the pink designer suit and both the ladies saw their entire lives flash before there eyes as she fast tracked the outcome of their lives in about a 10minute summary of her miserable 30 year marriage.

I hate we have to wait 6 whole days for the next episode. Tune in at 9pm next Wednesday night for the hit series ‘Sistas’ on BET

ATLANTA, Entertainment, Industry News, Music, Relationships

Donell Jones releases first single in 7 years and this love song is for the MEN!

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R & B Crooner Donell Jones released a new song titled KARMA (Payback) on 11/11/2020. This is his first single released in the past seven years. It’s the prelude to his seventh studio album, 100% complimentary.  (Coming December 2020) . I woud say welcome back but when you have genuine R & B songwriters and singers like Donell that are listed among the greats they never leave the R & B radio waves so we know they are here to stay even long after they are gone. 

Unforgettable classic ballads that are fan favorites like “Where I Wanna Be,” “You Know What’s Upft. TLC’s Left Eye,” and “Knocks Me Off My Feet” just to name a few. Jones has also produced and written hit songs for Usher “Think of You,” 702 “Get It Together” Drea “Not Gonna Letcha,” Jacquees “23,” and he’s recently collaborated with singer, Jon B on a song called “Understand.”

Donell has traveled the world and toured with some of the greatest artists in the business. DJ Eddie F sure knew his eye for talent when he discovered this artist! Jones began his journey at one of the best times for R & B artists. It was the Relationship Song scenarios that we loved and how he was basically known as the composer to all life situations.

The American Music Award Winner, Donell Jones is not only a renowned R&B vocalist, an exceptional songwriter, but also a master producer. The inspiration inspiration behind the song Karma (Payback) stems from the Music Love Coach wanting to deliver a profound message that men and women in relationships can relate to, especially during the upcoming holiday seasons.

Karma(Payback)

Check out the song and let me know what you think..

ATLANTA, Atlanta Bars, Atlanta Night Life, Entertainment, Food, HBCU, Industry News, Places to Eat

nouveau bar and grill owner Ebony Austin speaks on teaching your staff how to boss up during a pandemic

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Nouveau Bar & Grill Photo Credit Ebony Austin

Nouveau Bar & Grill CEO, Ebony Austin, takes pride in celebrating her one-year anniversary in Atlanta on Oct. 24, 2020. Austin shared three techniques she implements in her daily regimen that allows her to “weather the storm” on any occasion. These tools were very essential during Atlanta’s shutdown in March and April and essentially prepared her to re-open in phases with COVID-19 restrictions specific to the restaurant business.

The rolling out AM Wake-uptalk show recently invited Austin to discuss the importance of leadership, adaptability and how she’s navigating through this pandemic successfully amidst the new restaurant dine-in experience.

Continue reading nouveau bar and grill owner Ebony Austin speaks on teaching your staff how to boss up during a pandemic →
ATLANTA, Behind the Scenes, BET Network, BET Plus, Black Love, Entertainment, Films, Industry News, Relationships

Meet the men of Tyler Perry’s Show “BRUH” on BET+

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“Still from BET’s “Bruh” episode 106. (Photo: Charles Bergmann/BET/Tyler Vision, LLC)

Tyler Perry’s “BRUH” is one of the best shows on the BET Plus Network. It’s easy to understand why these four men have amazing chemistry on camera after interviewing them and understanding the brotherhood they have developed off camera (in such a short period of time).

TYLER PERRY’S BRUH is executive produced, written, and directed by Tyler Perry. Michelle Sneed also serves as Executive Producer of the series for Tyler Perry Studios. For more on TYLER PERRY’S BRUH, go to http://www.betpressroom.com. Follow us on social media platforms
@betplus, and join the conversation using the hashtag #TylerPerryBruh.

Phillip Mullings Jr. (Mike), Barry Brewer (John), Mahdi Cocci (Tom), and Monti Washington (Bill) are the four young handsome men that keep your eyes glued to the television with their dating scenarios. Modern day problems with a hint of drama in each one of the guy’s life in real time (on the television show only ladies). Please don’t confuse their television characters with real life. These have got to be four of the most respectable young men that I’ve interviewed in a very long time.

Please tune in September 10th on BET+ and I really hope if you missed the first 12 episodes that you go back and binge watch everything so you will know what’s going on. I promise you won’t regret adding this show on repeat as the type of series you can watch over and over again.

Check out our zoom interview below:

As an advocate BET television viewer for the past 40 years I can’t believe that Tyler Perry’s new show BRUH is what made me download the BET+(Plus) app. There are so many amazing shows streaming on the Plus App. At first I thought it was just a streaming platform of old school BET shows; “boy was I wrong!” Download it today!

ABOUT “TYLER PERRY’S BRUH”
“Tyler Perry’s BRUH” tracks the story of four thirty-something year old friends in present-day Atlanta, trying to find themselves as men and navigate life, careers and courtship. Finding romance has been a constant bump in the road for the guys.  

Check out the trailer:

https://youtu.be/ZrvgvT9nkMc
ATLANTA, Behind the Scenes, Entertainment, Events, Food

Slutty Vegan CEO Pinky Cole opens second location in Jonesboro, GA

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Pinky Cole Day
Pinky Cole – Founder of Slutty Vegan

Restauranteur and philanthropist Pinky Cole is the proud owner of her second location of the infamous Slutty Vegan burger Slut House in Jonesboro, GA. The Grand Opening kicked off July 11, 2020 which will always be a monumental day as the Mayor Joy B Day presented Alisha “Pinky” Cole with a Proclamation from the city of Jonesboro declaring 7/11 “Pinky Cole Day!”  Continue reading Slutty Vegan CEO Pinky Cole opens second location in Jonesboro, GA →

ATLANTA, Behind the Scenes, Brian Kemp, Corona Virus, Education, Health, Local Atlanta News

Number of available beds at Grady hospital reaching critical levels

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The good news is 64% of Georgia’s 2800 Ventilators are available; but the bad news is that hospital beds are beginning to fill up at several hospitals in Atlanta. As the numbers are spiking up with 60,000 new cases reported in one day throughout the U.S. but 2800 new cases in Georgia in one day. Continue reading Number of available beds at Grady hospital reaching critical levels →