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With so much anxiety over the coronavirus pandemic, you may be wondering what to buy from the stores. The thing is, don’t panic: That’s not going to help anything or anyone.
What you do want to do is take a measured approach to getting what you need. This article is going to show you some things you can pick up right now.
Coronavirus Cleaning Products: Buy These Things Online Right Now
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently released a list of products that can help fight coronavirus (COVID-19).
Here’s what the agency says: “An individual pesticide product may be marketed and sold under a variety of names. If you are seeking additional information about a pesticide product, refer to the EPA Registration Number (EPA Reg. No.), found on the product label, not the brand name. When purchasing a product for use against a specific pathogen, check the EPA Reg. No. versus the products included on this list.”
Here are some of the disinfectants the EPA recommends:
- Clorox Disinfecting Wipes
- Clorox Commercial Solutions
- Clorox Multi-Surface Cleaner + Bleach
- Lysol Clean & Fresh Multi-Surface Cleaner
- Lysol Disinfectant Max Cover Mist
- Lysol Heavy-Duty Cleaner Disinfectant Concentrate
- Sani-Prime Germicidal Disposable Wipe
- Sani-Prime Germicidal Spray
Find the complete list of products HERE.
Beware Of Scams
The FTC and FDA recently issued warning letters to seven sellers of unapproved and misbranded products that claim to be able to treat or cure the coronavirus.
The companies’ products include teas, essential oils, and colloidal silver, the FTC says.
Final Word
No matter what you do, the key is to take practical precautions and not to panic. As you’ve been hearing about, you can stay safe by following the following good hygiene:
- Wash your hands frequently
- Avoid touching your face
- Cough into your elbow
Above all, stay safe out there.
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When it comes to investing in yourself, one of the most easiest and convenient ways is by contributing to a 401(k).
If you’re familiar with it, this article is going to be a wonderful refresher. If not, then we’ll educate you on what you need to know about a 401(k) and why it’s a smart investment.
What Is A 401(k)? And How Does It Work?
A 401(k) is a retirement plan that allows you to contribute pre-tax dollars. It is typically sponsored by your employer.
With most money transactions, the government adds a tax to whatever you do. But that’s not the case with a 401(k).
The plan allows employees to save and invest a portion of their paycheck. A 401(k) is a way for you to get more bang for buck because the contribution is untaxed.
However, when you make a withdrawal, you will then be taxed! But more on that later…
When Did 401(k) Plans Start?
The 401(k) originated in the late 1970s. That’s when the U.S. Congress enacted the Revenue Act of 1978, which included Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Section 401(k) stipulated that workers could defer taxes on compensation.
If You Leave Your Job, What Happens To Your 401(K)?
One of the most-asked questions is, “What happens to my 401(k) when I leave my job?” When this happens, you have some options:
- You may be permitted to keep the money with your old company, although you’re allowed to move it without being penalized by paying income taxes.
- You can “roll” your money to an IRA, (called a rollover IRA), which can be done by a banking institution of your choice.
- You could take a “lump sum distribution,” which means you can cash out. If you do this, you will be hit with steep “early withdrawal fee,” perhaps as high as 10% (those age 59.5 and up are exempt).
Where Does Your Money Go In A 401(K) Plan?
A 401(k) can be viewed as a savings account, but it is more or less an investment account. There are three entities that operate your investment account. They are either:
- A brokerage firm
- A bank
- An investment firm
Which ever one you choose, your money will usually get invested in mutual funds, stocks and bonds.
he money will be invested for your retirement, usually in your choice of a variety of mutual funds.
What Is A Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA?
The primary difference between a traditional IRA and a Roth IRA is that a Roth IRA allows you to pay taxes immediately on your contributions.
This has several benefits, including the fact that you won’t be saddled with them when you retire on a fixed income.
Should You Open A 401(K)?
You should definitely open a 401(K) and the earlier the better. By some estimates, if you open a 401(k) with your employer when you’re 22 years old, you’ll have a $1 million in it by the time you retire.
If your employer matches your contribution (not all companies do), you’re in even better shape to fund your future retirement.
I hope this has been helpful so that you can see the benefits of a 401(k). If you have questions, let me know in the comments.
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Funkfest 2020 is happening in Atlanta on Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30 at The Home Depot Backyard located in the shadow of Mercedez-Benz Stadium.
Funkfest is a U.S. tour that brings some of the music scene’s best acts from the 1990s and early 2000s to the stage.
Funkfest 2020: Atlanta Music Lineup
Here is some of the music lineup we know about so far:
- Bobby V.
- Ludacris
- Lil Kim
- Missy Elliot
- Rapsody
- T.I.
- The Dream
- Trina
- Tweet
- Young Bloodz
- Xscape
No outside food and beverages (including alcohol) are permitted inside the venue.
The following items are NOT permitted inside the venue and will be confiscated at the gate:
- Outside food and beverages
- Tents
- Grills
- Video recorders
- Coolers
- Pets (except as aids to persons with disabilities)
- Motor homes or RV’s and golf umbrellas
- No purses or book-bags will be allowed (except women’s wristlets)
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Of course, you’re familiar with Making the Band, the reality TV show that has developed a cult following 20+ years since it last aired on MTV.
Now, Viacom is rebooting Making the Band, and they’re casting in Atlanta. The idea behind the show is that Sean “Diddy” Combs and his team are once again trying to come up with the “ultimate new musical group.”
Making The Band Atlanta: Here’s How To Apply
Despite his name recognition, Diddy is not as involved as he was previously, but his three sons are up to the task.
Eligibility Requirements
Among other rules, here are some of the main requirements:
- You must be at least 18 years of age
- You must be a U.S. citizen, a legal permanent U.S. resident, or possess the appropriate U.S. employment authorization
- You are not currently a candidate for public office
- If chosen to move on, you will be required to reside for a while in Los Angeles (although the city may change)
- You are currently not a party to a music publishing contract or any obligation that would hinder endorsement, merchandising or promotion.
How To Audition For Making the Band 2
To audition for Making the Band, you’ll need the following:
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- Submit an online “audition” to MakingTheBandCasting.com
- Pick a Song: Select from the list of songs on the Site that are permitted as audition songs (the “Approved Songs”). Only performances of Approved Songs will be considered and failure to comply may result in your submission being disregarded.
- Record and Upload your Performance: Record yourself singing one (1) of the Approved Songs (your “Video Audition”), with backing track, or beats and follow the submission instructions to upload your video.
Final Words
Auditions will remain open until March 22, 2020 (the “Submission Deadline”). The Submission Deadline may be changed in Producer’s sole discretion, so you should continue to check the Site for any updates.
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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R&B singer Usher Raymond was back to form recently at a performance at Crickets in Atlanta. The OMG singer gave a small group of fans a sneak peek of a verse from Confessions 3, a new song he’s worked with Jermaine Dupri on.
Usher’s Confessions album sold over 10.3 million copies in the US and over 15 million copies across the world.
Watch: Usher Sings Confessions 3 In Atlanta Restaurant
The new Confessions 3 verse caused widespread speculation online, with people tweeting whether Usher was talking about a new flame, giving a woman an STD or something else.
But Dupri, who largely wrote the original Confessions song based on his own love life, went to Twitter to set the matter straight.
“I see y’all trippin,” JD posted. “CONFESSIONS PART 3 is from a females perspective The song is about a girl cheatin’ on him and gettin’ pregnant by another man. She is then being stuck with the decision to keep or abort it. Now that he knows, Should he stay or Leave ???
In 2020, it’s hard to believe just how huge the Confessions album was in 2004.
- The record was the top-selling album in 2004
- The album was credited with reviving album sales across the U.S.
- The New York Times dubbed 2004 “The Year of Usher”
Listen to Usher sing (WARNING: Language) a controversial verse of Confessions 3:
Usher debuts a brand new record live with his first performance of Confessions part lll. pic.twitter.com/lA2pWSfs8B
— TheRnBHub (@TheRnBHub) February 25, 2020
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You already know Atlanta is a haven for businesswomen, but the news gets even better. According to a new report from loan site LendingTree, Atlanta is among the top cities for small businesses.
The site commissioned an online survey of 1,281 Americans from Jan. 2-10, 2020 to come up with the findings, which show that Atlanta ranks #6 among top cities for small businesses.
Top 10 Places for New Small Businesses
Here are the top 10 cities, according to LendingTree.Rank
Metro
% of Businesses 5
Yrs Old or
Younger% of
Businesses
Profitable% of Businesses
with Revenue Less
than $1M% of Firms with
Less than 250
EmployeesIndex
1
Seattle
34.4%
70.9%
70.3%
95.6%
100
2
Denver
35.7%
69.4%
70.8%
94.9%
97.46
3
Tampa, Fla.
35.4%
64.9%
74.1%
95.8%
95.76
4
Miami
39.2%
61.0%
76.7%
97.9%
92.37
5
Portland, Ore.
33.1%
69.8%
69.2%
95.5%
88.98
6
Atlanta
35.5%
66.6%
70.2%
95.2%
88.14
7
Orlando, Fla.
38.6%
64.7%
74.0%
94.6%
86.44
8
Los Angeles
36.3%
62.9%
69.6%
98.0%
83.9
9
New York
35.7%
57.4%
72.1%
98.6%
81.36
10
Minneapolis
27.9%
69.1%
69.6%
95.9%
79.66
See the full report HERE.
Is Atlanta A Good Place To Start A Business?
With a diverse economy, strong population growth and higher than average cost of living, Atlanta is a very good place to start a business.
When it comes to doing business, Atlanta has one of the lowest costs of doing business in the country, considering its size.The state of Georgia also provides a bevy of incentives to high-profile sectors such as the film industry and more.
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Delta Air Lines recently reassured travelers that its most consistent delicacy — Biscoff cookies — aren’t going anywhere.“Yep, still got ’em,” the airline recently posted on Twitter.
The tweet was in response to United Airlines, which announced that it was removing Biscoff cookies for a while and replacing them with Oreo thin mints.The reaction was swift from United’s fans though, with many travelers saying that NO ONE wants Oreo thin mints over Biscoffs.United said it will bring Biscoff cookies back in the spring though. Responding to the tweetstorm, United tweeted:“Internet, we won’t go baking your heart. We have an ongoing rotation of snacks… so here’s how the cookie crumbles for this round:- OREO Thins = on board March 1
- Biscoff = comes back May 1
- Stroopwafel = here always
Airlines That Serve Biscoff Cookies
As it stands, the number of airlines that serve Biscoff cookies are down to a handful. Including United’s seasoning offerings, they are:- American Airlines
- Alaska Airlines
- American Airlines
- Delta Air LInes
- WestJet
Biscoff cookies are gluten-free ginger spice treats made from cookie butter. The main ingredient is comprised of speculoos cookie crumbs, fat, flour, and sugar.Many a baker has tried to make Biscoff cookies, but one of the simplest recipes is HERE. -
And there were some who didn’t even want Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young to even be in the NBA All Star Game. But of course, they were wrong.
Young proved them wrong not only at the game but long before it. Here’s how his All Star day went:
The 22-year-old rookie was perhaps the most busiest player in the history of All Star Weekend.
Young is the only player to play in three events on separate nights. Here’s what he accomplished:
- Friday night: NBA Rising Stars Game
- Saturday night: Three Point Contest
- Sunday night: All Start Game debut
Before The Game, Young Admired His All Star Threads
First-time All-Star @TheTraeYoung sees his #NBAAllStar threads! pic.twitter.com/nmexRXQaDq
— 2020 NBA All-Star (@NBAAllStar) February 16, 2020
After he tried on his new jersey, he got a biiiig All Star introduction.
Trae Young getting introduced as an All-Star starter 🙏 pic.twitter.com/xuLNhpW1VK
— FOX Sports: Hawks (@HawksOnFSSE) February 17, 2020
MR. BIG SHOT!
Young had his highlight moment when he jacked it up from the logo to end the half. Of course, it was nothing but net!
TRAE YOUNG. BANG. pic.twitter.com/JZI3bdaPYm
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) February 17, 2020
Here’s a crazy Twitter stat from Kevin Keneely: “85 players have attempted buzzer beaters from 40+ feet away to end the first half this season, totaling 110 attempts. Of those 110 attempts, only four have gone in… Trae Young has made half of them. Young is now 2-for-2 (100%) on such buzzer-beater attempts this season.”
Total Stat Line: 10 Points, !0 Assists
I’d say Young had himself a very good All Star day.
.@TheTraeYoung showed out in his All-Star Game debut, tallying 10 points and dishing 10 times
Presented by @KumhoTireUSA#TrueToAtlanta | #NBAAllStar pic.twitter.com/NREO43ET3a— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) February 17, 2020
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The Atlanta United 2020 schedule features some tough soccer matches at home and away. But the MLS champs wouldn’t have it any other way.
The season’s first home match in Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium is on Saturday, March 7 against Cincinnati FC.
ATLUTD shocked the professional soccer world by winning the championship in just their second season in existence.
In the process, Atlanta United put the city on the map as far as soccer goes. It also redeemed the city’s professional sports fan base by bringing a title back to the ATL for the first time since 1995.
Here Is The Atlanta United 2020 Schedule
Date Opponent Location Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020 at 10 p.m. ET Motagua Olímpico Metropolitano -- San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020 at 8 p.m. ETMotagua Fifth Third Bank Stadium, Kennesaw
Tuesday, Feb. 29, 2020 at 8 p.m. ETNashville Nashville Stadium Saturday, March 7 2020 at 7 p.m. FC Cincinnati Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, March 14 2020 at 7 p.m. Sporting Kansas City Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, March 21 2020 at 3:30 p.m. Chicago Fire Soldier Field Sunday, April 5, 2020 at 5 p.m. FC Cincinnati Nippert Stadium Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. Portland Timbers Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sunday, April 26, 2020 at 1 p.m. At Orlando City SC Exploria Stadium Sunday, May 3, 2020 at 3 p.m. Real Stal Lake Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, May 9, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. at Philadelphia Union Talen Energy Stadium Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 1 p.m. at New York Red Bulls Red Bull Arena Sunday, May 24, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. ET Inter Miami CF Mercedes-Benz Stadium Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. ET Toronto FC Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 6 p.m. ET at San Jose Earthquakes Earthquakes Stadium Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 8:30 p.m. ET at Houston Dynamo BBVA Stadium Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 7 p.m ET. at New York City FC Yankee Stadium Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 5:30 p.m ET. Philadelphia Union Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 5:30 p.m ET. at Columbus Crew SC Mapfre Stadium Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 7 p.m ET. Montreal Impact Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, July 4, 2020 at 5 p.m ET D.C. United Mercedes-Benz Stadium Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 5 p.m ET at New England Revolution Gillette Stadium Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 12:30 p.m ET Seattle Sounders FC Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, July 18, 2020 at 4 p.m ET at L.A. Galaxy Dignity Health Sports Park Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 8 p.m ET at Inter Miami CF Inter Miami CF Stadium in Fort Lauderdale Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 3 p.m ET New York City FC Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, August 9, 2020 at 3 p.m ET at Minnesota United FC Allianz Field Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at 7:30 p.m ET New England Revolution Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sunday, August 16, 2020 at 3 p.m ET Los Angeles Football Club Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sunday, August 23, 2020 at 2:30 p.m ET Orlando City SC Mercedes-Benz Stadium Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at 7 p.m ET at Montreal Impact Stade Saputo Sunday, August 30, 2020 at 6:30 p.m ET New York Red Bulls Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday,Sept. 12, 2020 at 7:30 p.m ET at Toronto FC BMO Field Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020 at 3:30 p.m ET Chicago Fire FC Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020 at 6 p.m ET Columbus Crew SC Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020 at 4:30 p.m ET at D.C. United Audi Field What Channel Is The Atlanta United Game On?
Atlanta United matches will typically be shown on FS1, a regional sports network.
Here’s THE LINK to watch Atlanta United games.
Of course, you may want to drive or Uber or MARTA down downtown Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium to attend a game for yourself. They are — without question — the hottest games in town.
Now let’s talk about how to attend a UTD game.
How To Buy Tickets To An Atlanta United Game
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The Spring Wine Festival 2019 returns to historic Fourth Ward Park on Saturday, April 11, with wine, beer, music and more. at Piedmont Park in Midtown. Hours will be 1 – 5 pm, Saturday, April 11.
This is a 21 and up event, no kids, no babies, no pets. Chairs, blankets, and small bags are okay. No outside food or beverage. Rain or shine event, no refunds.
Atlanta Spring Wine Festival: Historic 4th Ward Park
The Spring Wine Festival won’t have Designated Driver Tickets. Free bottled water available. Beer and Wine will be cut off at 4:45pm. Do Not Drink and Drive.
They reserve the right to cut off anyone who has had enough alcohol.
The Atlanta Spring Wine Festival will feature 50+ Wines, Beer & Cider, Live Music, Air conditioned DJ Tent and more.
The address of Old Fourth Ward Park is Historic 4th Ward Park 665 North Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30308.
$45 advance, $50 after April 2, $60 day of event
First 500 just $35
Tickets go on sale Wednesday February 12 at 10amYou Should Explore Atlanta Today
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!
Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit to a craft brewery in the city.
Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week.Atlanta has a lot of cool things to do and places to eat, including some of the top soul food joints and remarkable Thai food spots. Explore the city.
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