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DeKalb County is home to a new Black Wall Street that aims to spark innovation and business creation among minority- and women-owned companies.The New Black Wall Street Market opened Black Friday weekend. The campus will be a marketplace that focuses on African-American entrepreneurs.
New Black Wall Street Coming To Atlanta Area
The facility, which will be located in Stonecrest, will feature a food hall, shops, restaurants and entertainment, according to its website.
When Will The New Black Wall Street Open?
The New Black Wall Street initially opened on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, The soft opening was in conjunction with a Harvest festival, according to the facility’s Facebook page.
“The New Black Wall Street Market, located in Stonecrest, Georgia, will serve as a destination for family fun, entertainment, retail, gourmet grocery shopping, and fine dining,” the post says.
“The purpose of the market is to cultivate relationships with business owners in the Atlanta area, provide entrepreneurial training to enhance skills, offer a community for small businesses, and assist with the transition of online stores to brick-and-mortar,” officials told WSBTV.
Embedded in the celebration is a homage to the original Black Wall Street, which was destroyed by white rioters in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1921.
From the ashes of that memory, Stonecrest organizers aim to make the new marketplace a Mecca that fosters minority and women-owned businesses to succeed.
What Businesses Will Be Included In The New Black Wall Street?
The market will feature:
- food court
- retail stores
- jazz club
- gallery space
- grocery store
- event meeting space
- bakery and more.
This weekend, Stonecrest organizers are hosting an outdoor festival and dedication of the venue is at 8109 Mall Parkway on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 7p.m.
The New Black Wall Street Market was developed by the Allen Entrepreneurial Institute, an entrepreneurial ecosystem that fosters the development of stronger entrepreneurs and sustainable businesses.
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The three men who filmed and performed the execution-style shooting death of Ahmaud Abrery have been convicted in a Glynn County, Georgia, courtroom.
The defendants — Gregory McMichael, his son Travis McMichael and their neighbor William “Roddie” Bryan — were all found guilty of felony murder in the killing of Arbery, a 25-year-old Black man fatally shot while out for a jog on February 23, 2020.
The three white men, who all pleaded not guilty, were facing charges ranging felony murder to criminal attempt to commit false imprisonment.
In closing arguments earlier in the week, prosecutor Linda Dunikoski argued that trio could not claim self-defense because there was no evidence of Arbery committing a crime or being named in one.
Man Involved In Slaying Of Ahmaud Arbery Convicted Of Murder
One week after the slaying, Arbery’s family had been calling for Bryan’s arrest even as he has been doing a lot of press interviews with his lawyer.
In the weeks that followed, many people feared a racial controversy stirred up by outsiders.
Benjamin Crump and S. Lee Merritt, the attorneys for the victim’s family, did their part to publicize the case. They said in a statement that “The family of Ahmaud Arbery was relieved to learn the Georgia Bureau of Investigation has today taken William ‘Roddie’ Bryan into custody.”
“We called for his arrest from the very beginning of this process,” they said. “His involvement in the murder of Mr. Arbery was obvious to us, to many around this country and after their thorough investigation, it was clear to the GBI as well.”
Gregory and Travis McMichael have told authorities that they thought Arbery fit the description of a burglar who had been seen in the area recently.
The victim’s mother, Wanda Cooper Jones, told reporters her son was just jogging like he does every day.
“I saw my son come into the world,” Jones said, according to CBS News. “And seeing him leave the world, it’s not something that I’ll want to see ever.”
“These men were vigilantes, they were a posse and they performed a modern lynching in the middle of the day,” Lee Merritt, an attorney for Arbery’s mother, was quoted as saying.
On the video, you can see Travis McMichael struggle with Arbery for the gun before you hear a gunblast, then another one to the chest.
In the police report, McMichael reportedly says that Arbery “began to violently attack” him, leaving him no choice but to shoot.
As the jurors all agreed, that was simply not true.
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Want to work at Walmart? The retailer offers paid vacation and competitive pay. This is a great time to get hired. The company is in the midst of hiring 150,000 people.
If you want to get hired at Walmart, this article is going to show you how to do it. As a former Walmart employee, I will share with you how I got hired there and what the process looks like.
How To Get A Job At Walmart
Getting hired by Walmart means you get access to a number of benefits you might not be aware of, including:
- Health Insurance
- Vision And Dental Plan
- $1 Tuition Program
- In-Store And Online Discounts
Find A Walmart Near You
There are many more perks to working at Walmart. If you want to get hired, first you need to find which Walmart you want to work in. Here’s a list of them.
- Walmart Supercenter MLK: 835 M.L.K. Jr Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
- Walmart Supercenter East Point: 844 Cleveland Ave, East Point, GA 30344
- Walmart Supercenter Howell Mill: 1801 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
- Walmart Supercenter Cascade: Dr Sw, 1105 Research Center Drive Atlanta SW, Atlanta, GA 30331
- Walmart Supercenter Eastside: 2427 Gresham Rd S E, Atlanta, GA 30316
- Walmart Supercenter Chamblee: 1871 Chamblee Tucker Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341
If you’re in another location, find the closest Walmart near you.
Once you find the Walmart you want to work at, you need to find the type of job you want.
Walmart basically has six positions that they are in constant need of. These positions include:
- Sales Associate
- Cashier And Front End
- Distribution Center
- Managerial
- Sam’s Club
If you’re applying for a Sales Associate role or perhaps to be a Front-End Cashier, here’s how to apply for a Walmart job.
How To Apply At Walmart
- Ask to speak to a manager
- Apply online at Walmart.com
If you choose to apply online, you will need to create an account on Walmart.com. The entire online process takes between 25-30 minutes.
Need help preparing for your interview? Here are 5 common job interview answers and questions.
How Much Does Walmart Pay In Atlanta?
Walmart’s starting pay in ranges from $10 to $22 in most states across the United States. The store is moving to raise the minimum wage in hundreds of its stores to $12 an hour.
Does Walmart Pay Weekly Or BiWeekly?
Walmart employees get paid on a biweekly basis. Employees typically get paid every other Thursday.
Final Words
Once you’ve filled out the application, you should follow up with a “thank you” email to the store’s general manager.
Many employers are not doing in-store interviews so you may be asked to jump on a videoconferencing call.
If you want some interview tips, here is a great resource on how to do a Zoom interview.
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The Atlanta Braves won the championship, so they get a parade! The parade is happening in Cobb County, not far from the Braves’ baseball park Truist Park.
This article will tell you everything you need to know about the Braves parade, including the route and time.
Everything You Need To Know About The Atlanta Braves Parade
The Braves World Series Championship Parade and celebration this Friday. If you want to attend, please pay close attention to the things we’re about to go over.
When Is The Atlanta Braves Parade?
The Atlanta Braves parade will begin at 12 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 2021, and take its time snaking through Vinings near Truist Park.
Because thousands of people are expected to converge upon the area, it is highly suggested that you leave two hours before the parade’s scheduled time to get a good spot along the route. Speaking of that…
What Is The Parade Route?
The Braves parade route will be as follows:
Phase 1
- The parade route will begin at Marietta Street NW and Peachtree Street.
- The route will travel north up Peachtree to 10th Street in Midtown.
Phase 2
The parade will pick up in Cobb County at Cobb Parkway.
- The parade starts at Riverwood Parkway and Cobb Parkway.
- The parade will go up Cobb Parkway until it hits the Circle I-75 Parkway.
Here’s a graphic of the parade route, courtesy of the Atlanta Braves.
Who’s Performing At The Braves Championship Concert?
The Braves concert will feature hometown Atlanta artists such as Ludacris, Big Boi inside Truist Park. Fans are encouraged to arrive early so as to not miss the action.
Celebration Schedule
- TBD a.m. – Braves-controlled parking lots open
- 12 p.m. ET – Truist Park gates open*
- 3:30 p.m. ET – Truist Park Celebration Begins
- 4:30 p.m. – Ludacris/Big Boi concert begins
- 6 p.m. – Event concludes
How To Attend
Tickets will be free, but must be reserved in advance. Tickets and parking passes will be available on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021 at Braves..com/Parade.
Truist Park is located at 755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30339. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Here are the times for entry into Truist Park.
The parade will end inside of Truist Park with a celebration featuring the team and a special post-event concert featuring Big Boi and Ludacris! Tickets are free and will be available to reserve on Thursday, November 4 at the following times:
- 10 a.m. ET – A-List Premium Members
- 10:30 a.m. ET – A-List Members, Corporate Partners
- 11:30 p.m. ET – Braves Insiders, Friends & Family
- 1 p.m. ET – General Public
What Will Parking Cost?
Parking costs $10 and will be available to purchase at the same time you reserve your event ticket. To help avoid road closures, parking is only available to pre-purchase in the parking lots east of Truist Park. Fans can enter through the Left Field and Third Base Gates.
Final Word
You may be wondering how did we get here:
The Braves won the Major League Baseball title on Tuesday night on November 2, 2021, inside Houston’s Minute Maid Park. It was Game 6 and the Braves were up 4-2 in the series. When the final out was called, euphoria quickly took hold among the Braves players, but for fans, also a sigh of relief.
“I’ve been a lifelong Braves fan,” Timothy Smith said, as he watched the game from inside Hudson’s Grill in Midtown Atlanta. “This is something that we’ve been waiting for and waiting for. Well, we finally got us one again.”
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Atlanta has been a major market for home listings site Zillow’s home buying program, which is called Offers. Now the Offers are off the table.Zillow said on Tuesday that it’s exiting Offers, its business that buys and flips homes, and eliminating 25% of its workforce.
Zillow Offers Shuts Down
Zillow revealed the news in its third-quarter earnings report. , which detailed how the company missed its earnings mark to the chagrin of analysts.
The company said that it would cost too much money to keep the program afloat.
“We’ve determined the unpredictability in forecasting home prices far exceeds what we anticipated,” Zillow CEO Rich Barton said in the release. “Continuing to scale Zillow Offers would result in too much earnings and balance-sheet volatility.”
Zillow’s home buying prowess has been getting significant backlash after a viral TikTok explained how the company was buying up properties in the inner city and created an artificially inflated market by suppressing prices in some areas and causing them to rise in other areas of the market.
Here are some affordable homes for sale in Atlanta.
Atlanta is enjoying one of the best real estate markets in America, with affordable housing in every quadrant of the city. Large backyards, manicured parcels and strong neighborhoods with ample dining amenities make it one of the top places for transplants.
Not to mention that the city’s dining scene is the best in the Southeast. Looking for a home? Check out our Real Estate Resource Page.
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If you have natural hair, don’t ever think you are limited when it comes to ways to style it. Your beautiful hair has just the right texture to hold several different looks. All you need is some motivation!
In this article, we’ve compiled some of the best natural hairstyles for black women. Use this as a resource to motivate and inspire you to style your hair in various ways.
40 Best Natural Hairstyles For Black Women
These styling ideas for natural hair come from one of the greatest photo mosaics we have on your phone: Instagram.
No matter if you’re style is to wear short hair, long bangs or a pixie cut, these natural hairstyles can give you some ideas regardless of your hair texture.
1. Loc Style #1
View this post on Instagram2. Honey Color & Twist
View this post on Instagram3. Crown Twist
View this post on Instagram4. Corn Rows
View this post on Instagram5. Kiddie Stiched Braids
View this post on Instagram6. Loc Style #2
View this post on Instagram7. Tater Locks
View this post on Instagram8. Passion Twists
View this post on Instagram9. Heart Curls
View this post on Instagram10. Rubberband Hairstyle
View this post on Instagram11. Knotless Braids
View this post on Instagram12. Hairdome Style
13. Red Curls
View this post on Instagram14. Locs And Twists
View this post on Instagram15. Two-Strand Twist Updo
View this post on Instagram16. Passion Locs #2
View this post on Instagram17. Blonde Curls
View this post on Instagram18. Micro Braids
View this post on Instagram19. Brown Curls
View this post on Instagram20. Red Twists
View this post on Instagram21. Moisturized Locs
View this post on Instagram22. Puff, Part & Swoop
View this post on Instagram23. Bantu Knots
View this post on Instagram24. Laid Down
View this post on Instagram25. Parted And Oiled
View this post on Instagram26. Rouge Curls
View this post on Instagram27. Pop Smokes
View this post on Instagram28. Mohawk Style
View this post on Instagram29. Ponytail
View this post on Instagram30. Fluff Curls
View this post on Instagram31. Curls With Highlights
View this post on Instagram32. Top Bun
View this post on Instagram33. Ponytail Locs
View this post on Instagram34. Curly Top
View this post on Instagram35. Long Curls
View this post on Instagram36. Bundle Top
View this post on Instagram37. Styled Curls
View this post on Instagram38. Red Afro
View this post on Instagram39. Knots And Lots
View this post on Instagram40. Kiddie Style
View this post on InstagramNo doubt, you saw a lot of beautiful hairstyles with color. Here are the best dyes for your hair.
The Atlanta hair industry is one of the largest in the Southeast, with more than 8 million people getting groomed each month.
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Comedian Dave Chappelle is coming to Atlanta to perform for one night only. The show will be Sunday, November 21, 2021, at State Farm Arena.The show will include a screening of a Chappelle documentary as well as jokes and commentary from Chappelle and “friends.”Dave Chappelle To Perform In Atlanta Amid Controversy
The comedian is riding a wave of controversy after the release of his latest Netflix special The Closer, in which he takes on the trans community among other topics.The special has caused a firestorm at Netflix, where trans employees and those who support them have threatened a walkout if the production isn’t pulled.Chappelle, for his part, has decided to stand his ground. In a short video he released on Instagram, the comedian said that he “will not be summoned” by the trans community. He also had some conditions for a proper sit down.“To the transgender community, I am more than willing to give you an audience,” he said. “But you will not summon me. I am not bending to anybody’s demands.
“You must come to a place of my choosing, at a time of my choosing. And thirdly, you must admit that Hannah Gadsby is not funny.”How To Get Tickets To The Dave Chappelle Show In Atlanta
To get tickets to Chappelle’s show in Atlanta, you can buy them from a local or online ticket vender. Tickets On Sale Starting Wednesday, October 27 at 10AM ET on Ticketmaster.comBefore you go, here are some requirements:- You must show proof of COVID test or COVID vaccination.
- Upon entry, face coverings are encouraged unless you’re eating or drinking.
Date:November 21, 2021 at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. ESTLocationPhilips Arena1 State Farm Dr, Atlanta, GA 30303Dave Chappelle just dropped a clip on IG speaking on the controversy surrounding his Netflix special 'The Closer' 👀 pic.twitter.com/R9XUCDlLdK
— BROTHER (@BrotherHQ) October 25, 2021
This isn’t Chappelle’s first rodeo in Atlanta. He filmed the Netflix special Sticks and Stones in the city in 2019. And he has past through several times for one reason or another.That weekend is going to be bananas in Atlanta. If you’re looking for more things to do, we’ve got you: -
The Netflix runaway hit, Love is Blind is casting for season 2 in Atlanta and looking for fun couples to get married.
The show, which is produced by Bravo TV, pits single men and women in two mansions on the same property. The strangers meet each other in blind pods that are filmed for all to see.
This auditions are scheduled to take place in November 2021, AtlantaFi has learned.
Season 2: Love Is Blind 2 Casting In Atlanta
According to the show, here’s what producers are looking for:
Now Casting! The LOVE IS BLIND casting team is back in action and actively casting singles who are truly ready for love! This is an OPEN call to ALL singles who are commitment ready!
If you are interested, EMAIL ME TO APPLY TODAY [dariancasting@gmail.com]
Don’t forget to list my name [Darian Bedford] for how you heard about this casting on the application.Payment: Other
City or Location of call: Nationwide
Please submit to: dariancasting@gmail.com by 2021-11-01
Please email dariancasting@gmail.com for more information!After a warming up period, the couples are brought together with the understanding that they are going to get married in 30 days.
In its first season, America fell in love with Cameron and Lauren Hamilton, who immediately hit it off. The couple got married in 2018 and kept it under wraps, even from their parents, for a whole year!
With more than 800 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.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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If you want to get high-speed internet, Google Fiber is available to more homes than ever in metro Atlanta.
In this article, we’ll discuss you how can get Google Fiber in your home in metro Atlanta.
Google Fiber: Everything You Need To Know
Google Fiber has recently expanded to hundreds of multifamily communities and single-family homes from Sweet Auburn to Garden Hills.
If you’re interested in Google Fiber, you may wonder how fast the internet is. Here are the details on Google Fiber’s high-speed internet:
How Fast Is Google Fiber In Atlanta?
Now, construction crews are building out the Fiber network as it spreads north across the city. Check out our latest update here.
As of this writing, Google Fiber is in 19 neighborhoods in Atlanta. They are:
- Alpharetta
- Avondale Estates
- Brookhaven
- Chamblee
- Clarkston
- College Park
- Decatur
- Duluth
- Dunwoody
- East Point
- Kennesaw
- Lithia Springs
- Lithonia
- Marietta
- Roswell
- Sandy Springs
- Smyrna
- Stone Mountain
- Tucker
How To Get Google Fiber In Atlanta
Atlantans can check out Google Fiber’s footprint to see if the service is being offered in your neighborhood. If it is, you can sign up HERE.
If you’re eligible for self-install at your address, you can either select this option during sign-up or you’ll get an invitation from to sign up for self-install.How Much Does Google Fiber Cost?
Google Fiber’s price is competitive with other high-speed internet plans. Let’s look at the costs for an individual home:
- In Atlanta, our the Gig plan costs $70/month*.
- Google Fiber’s 2 Gig plan costs $100/month*.
- You can add home phone service for an additional $10* a month.
Here is the fastest internet service in Atlanta.
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Gather ‘Round, a culinary arts experience, is set to delight the senses of Atlanta foodies over a four-day weekend — October 14 – 17th, 2021.
This indulgent event is centered around the newest, hippest restaurant in town, Epicurean Atlanta’s Sky Terrace, state-of-the-art Culinary Theatre, and signature restaurant Reverance, all in Midtown Atlanta.
Gather ‘Round Culinary Festival Comes To Midtown Atlanta
With food, drink, music and art as the thematic tentpoles, Gather ‘Round will consist of a series of events and masterclasses promoting local food businesses and Atlanta’s dining scene.
Here’s What’s In Store Across All 4 Days:THURSDAY: Epicurean Theatre Masterclass: Scottish Influences on a Southern Menu; Signature Event: Awaken Your Senses:Featured Talent:- Thip Athakhanh (Snackboxe Bistro)
- Justin and Jonathan Fox (Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q)
- Habteab Hamde (Bern’s Steak House)
- Adam Hyatt (Elevage SoHo Kitchen & Bar
- Epicurean Hotel Tampa)
- Chad Johnson (Haven)
- Nick Leahy (Nicks Westside, The Usual) and more!
FRIDAY: Lunch & Learn: Chicken, Spice & Everything Nice at Epicurean Atlanta; Epicurean Theatre Masterclass: Natty Wine for Newbies (and Enthusiasts); Signature Event: Tomorrow’s Table, held on the Sky Terrace,Featured Talent:- Ferrell Alvarez (Rooster and the Till)
- Brittanny Anderson (Brenner Pass, Metzger Bar & Butchery)
- Cory Bahr (Parish)
- Chris Belk (Haven)
- Brent Gauthier (Luminary Hotel)
- Jose Medina Camacho (Automatic Seafood & Oysters) and more!
SATURDAY: Lunch & Learn: Roots – Re-examining Authentic Influences in American Cuisine held on the Sky Terrace; Epicurean Theatre Masterclass: Sustainable Seafood – Cooking the Available Catch;Signature Event: Sip – Classic Southern Cocktails & Soundtracks held on the Sky Terrace, and Collaborative Dinner Series: Vinyl Nights at Lyla Lila.Featured Talent:- Chris Belk (Haven)
- James Briscione (Angelena’s)
- Sophie Burton (JoJo’s Beloved Cocktail Lounge, Politan Row, St Roch Market)
- Robert Butts (Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours)
- Navarro Carr, Michael Gulotta (Maypop, MOPHO) and more!
SUNDAY: Signature Event: Punch Brunch at Reverance, presented by Atlanta Magazine followed by Rooftop Revelry on the Sky Terrace; Epicurean Theatre Masterclass: Age *Isn’t* Just a Number; Collaborative Dinner Series events: South x Southeast Asia at Fox Bros. Upper Westside and Eyes Wide Shut, Mouths Wide Open at Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours.Gather ‘Round: How To Attend
Are you a foodie? Culinary fans are encouraged to grab tickets now. Explore the various ticketing options on Gather’ round’s website, including the Founder’s Club weekend pass.Check out the Signature Events, Masterclasses, or local Collaborator Dinners by visiting www.gatherroundatl.com/get-tickets to learn more. Tickets to multiple events throughout the weekend are available for a more curated experience here. Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?