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Atlanta, GA  –– Following record-setting SOLD OUT shows in Los Angeles, Dallas-Fort Worth, West Palm Beach, New Jersey and overseas in Tokyo, Japan with new shows Arizona, FuelFest is set to open gates for their 1st year in the Atlanta region at the Atlanta Motor Speedway on Saturday, October 19th , located at 1500 Tara Place in Hampton, GA (approximately 30 miles south of Atlanta on U.S. Highway 19 & 41). Gates for the event open to the public from 1-8pm. Admission tickets start at $35 per person and kids 12 and under are FREE. Visit  www.FuelFest.com for ticket information.

Now in its sixth year of hosting events globally from Los Angeles, Dallas, West Palm Beach, New Jersey, Atlanta, Arizona, Tokyo, London and Abu Dhabi — FuelFest blends the enthusiast’s passion for the automotive world with appearances by Fast & Furious franchise stars, Tyrese GIbson &  Cody Walker, live action drifting and drag racing,  live music by multiple artists on the Festival Stage, a huge car show, automotive culture and more. This year, the show will feature more than 700 top custom, exotic, rare and exclusive cars and trucks, plus drift ride alongs, various interactive fan racing activities and attractions. The FuelFest drift pits are open access, allowing fans to get up close to their favorite race cars and see what these amazing machines are all about. FuelFest New Jersey also features the all new popular showcase area: Taste of Tokyo, giving fans a Japanese underground car meet vibe with a variety of cars you’re likely to see lurking in the streets of Tokyo as well as crazy kart drifting where fans can get behind the wheel and drift through the custom course inside the showgrounds      

For those looking to elevate the thrilling experience, FuelFest offers VIP access with premium benefits, early admission access for FuelClub members, limited edition merchandise and more.

A portion of the event’s proceeds benefit Reach Out WorldWide (ROWW), the non-profit charity founded by Paul Walker and continued by his brother, Cody Walker. Founded in 2010, the organization was created by the late actor and producer after a massive earthquake devastated Haiti with the inspiration to organize a relief team that responded to the disaster. ROWW’s mission is to fill the gap between the availability of skilled resources in post-disaster situations. As of 2024, ROWW has raised over $520,000 through the partnership with FuelFest to benefit those in need and has deployed resources to several disaster areas including Beaumont, Texas, Lahaina, Hawaii, Türkiye, and more. Additionally, Cody and Felicia Walker collaborated with The Weather Channel in 2022 on a new seriesFast: Home Rescue, to help rebuild homes across the United States that were impacted by natural disasters.

FuelFest brings the passion of the automotive community to major cities across the globe, showcasing an eclectic collection of cars and music while creating an everlasting experience that leaves fans looking forward to the next event. The 2024 FuelFest World Tour will make its way to many major U.S. cities such as West Palm Beach,Dallas-Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Southern New Jersey, Atlanta and Scottsdale! Keep on the lookout for more surprise locations internationally! Event information, car registration and tickets can be found now at www.FuelFest.com, as well as on social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram and TikTok!

Additional FuelFest sponsors include Meguiar’s Premium Showcase Section, C4 Energy as the Official Energy Drink of FuelFest, The Liqui-Moly ‘Taste of Tokyo’ showcase section, O’Reilly Auto Parts, X Comp Tires and more.

About FuelFest

Co-founded by Cody Walker and Chris Lee, FuelFest is their vision of creating a world-class automotive celebration to incorporate the passion of entertainment and art launched in 2018. With each having many successful endeavors, the collaboration of their visions brought to life through FuelFest and beyond impacted enthusiasts of all ages, communities and the industry. FuelFest is committed to helping fulfill Paul’s Legacy by contributing a portion of the proceeds from every show to Reach Out WorldWide – garnering the passion and generosity of the car community to help spread goodwill and make a true difference in lives that need it most. For further press information and opportunities visit www.FuelFest.com.

About Reach Out WorldWide

Reach Out WorldWide (ROWW) was founded in 2010 by the late actor/producer, Paul Walker. After a massive earthquake devastated Haiti, Paul spontaneously organized a relief team that responded to the disaster. On the trip, Paul saw a gap between the availability of skilled resources and the requirement for such personnel in post-disaster situations. Upon returning from Haiti, Paul established ROWW with the purpose of fulfilling this unmet need. Since Paul’s passing, ROWW continues to be a platform for like-minded individuals to make a difference in other people’s lives. It started as an idea and has transformed into a culture equally benefiting the volunteers as much as the people they are assisting. It’s turning the “I generation” into a “goodwill generation.” It’s giving good people not just a voice but a chance to act. 

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NFL wide receiver Raymond McCloud III sat down for a juicy chat with JuicyPop Host Miss J. in the “A” to discuss his football career, joining the Atlanta Falcons, fashion, and his budding career as a music artist and executive. Check out part 1 of his interview below!

Growing up , McCloud attended Sickles High School in Tampa, Florida and played on the Gryphons football team as a running back.As a senior, he rushed for 1,933 yards and 17 touchdowns. For his high school career, he had 5,765 rushing yards and 58 touchdowns. He committed to play football for the Clemson Tigers in July 2014, choosing them over the likes of Alabama, Auburn, and Florida.

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As a freshman in 2015, McCloud played in 12 games, catching 29 passes for 251 yards and one touchdown. In 2016, as a sophomore, McCloud played in 14 of Clemson’s 15 games.In those 14 games, he tallied 49 receptions for 472 yards and two touchdowns, helping Clemson win the National Championship. As a junior in 2017, McCloud played in all 14 of Clemson’s games, tallying 49 receptions for 503 yards and one touchdown. He also returned 25 punts for 303 yards and one touchdown. After the season, he declared for the 2018 NFL Draft.

McCloud is close with his family. He is the older brother of Jordan McCloud who was the starting quarterback for Texas State Bobcats. He has two children of his own.

Skyebutterfli sat down with Kelvin Tiller, American mixed martial artist competing in the UFC | MMA Sports light heavyweight division.

In this exclusive chat Tiller talks about being bullied as a child, training, and becoming a professional competitor in 2011. Check out the full interview below.

Learn more about Kelvin Tiller at https://mamasboypromotions.com

The Wife and children of former Atlanta Hawks player Vince Carter left terrified hiding in a bedroom closet during a home invasion on Father’s day. Carter’s wife Sondi Carter told 911 she was hiding in the bedroom closet with her children while they contacted a a nearby off-duty officer while the suspects rummaged through the home making off with over $100,000 in cash that was in a brown bag in the primary bedroom closet and a black Glock 26 with an extended magazine Semi-Automatic handgun according to the police report obtained by the USA Today.

The thieves attempted to escape the off duty officer dropping a $16,100 in 100 dollar bills the Glock when jumping into a black SUV. The suspects left behind fingerprints and were caught on the home surveillance videos.

Olympic gold medalist and Simone Biles and boyfriend, NFL Safety Jonathan Owens confirmed on Instagram Tuesday February 15th they are engaged.

Owen’s popped the question with an oval-cut diamond ring set in a diamond-encrusted band inside a gazebo in Houston, Texas. Check out Bile’s caption and series of Instagram photos below.

 

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YOUTUBE ORIGINALS ANNOUNCES NEW DOCUMENTARY “I PROMISE”

FROM LEBRON JAMES’ THE SPRINGHILL COMPANY CHRONICLING YEAR ONE AT HIS GROUNDBREAKING, PUBLIC I PROMISE SCHOOL

BOTH A FILM AND AN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE, “I PROMISE” PROVIDES AN INSIDE LOOK AT A NEW MODEL FOR URBAN, PUBLIC EDUCATION

FILM DEBUTS SEPTEMBER 28 ONLY ON YOUTUBE

LOS ANGELES, CA, SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 — YouTube Originals today announced “I Promise” a feature documentary film from award-winning director, Marc Levin, that tells the story of LeBron James’ efforts to close the achievement gap in his hometown of Akron, Ohio through the eyes of the inspiring students who are resetting expectations of their futures. The film premieres Thursday September 28 at 12pm ET / 9am PT on the YouTube Originals channel.

The documentary, which premiered at the 2021 Tribeca Festival, features an in-depth look at the first academic year inside the groundbreaking I Promise School, which opened in 2018. Viewers will get to explore the day-to-day trials, triumphs, and life-changing impact of the school staff, students and families working together in a unique, family-first educational environment that embraces the trauma and challenges many face in Akron. The film offers an intimate look at the school’s blueprint for a new model for urban, public education – a holistic, STEM-focused approach led by love and Social Emotional Learning infused with the LeBron James Family Foundation’s “We Are Family” philosophy. In opening the doors to the I PROMISE School’s early challenges and learnings, the film exists to provide insights and tools that students and educators in every community across the country can implement in their classrooms and beyond.

“I Promise” is directed by Marc Levin with executive producers LeBron James, Maverick Carter, Jamal Henderson, Philip Byron, Nicholas Lopez, Marc Levin, Dan Levin, Catherine Cyr, and Josh Gold. LeBron James and Maverick Carter will serve as executive producers on the documentary with their empowerment-led media conglomerate The SpringHill Company. “I Promise” director Marc Levin will also executive produce alongside Jamal Henderson, Philip Byron, Nicholas Lopez, Daniel B. Levin, Catherine Cyr, and Josh Gold. The film is a Blowback Pictures Production in association with RYOT Lab and LeBron James Family Foundation. Susanne Daniels is Global Head of Original Content for YouTube. Nadine Zylstra serves as Head of Family, Learning and Impact for YouTube Originals, with Zoe Di Stefano also overseeing “I Promise” for YouTube Originals.

“I Promise” joins a growing slate of learning and impact projects including the upcoming new slate of sustainability-focused programming: “Seat at the Table,” with David Attenborough and creator Jack Harries, “Stay Wild” (working title) from Brave Wilderness in partnership with Appian Way and Madica Productions, “Shut It Off ASAP” (working title) from AsapSCIENCE and B17 Entertainment; in addition to launched projects from the #YouTubeBlack Voices Fund aimed to invest with intention with programming like “Bear Witness, Take Action 2,” which continued the movement on racial justice to evoke change and protect Black lives; “Resist,” a documentary series from Black Lives Matter co-founder Patrisse Cullors; and “Barbershop Medicine” aiming to put the “public” back in Public Health and explore the impact race and socioeconomic status have on healthcare and longevity. Additional learning YouTube Originals include Emmy Award-winning mini-series “Create Together,” a Joseph Gordon-Levitt hosted series featuring the creations of everyday people collaborating to make art; Daytime Emmy Award-winning special “Creators for Change on Girls’ Education with Michelle Obama” where YouTube creators, such as Liza Koshy, sit down with Former First Lady Michelle Obama and the Obama Foundation to discuss the state of girls’ education around the world; Emmy-nominated “Glad You Asked” that explores topics driven by our curiosity about the world around us; and “Retro Tech” the Emmy-nominated series that explores the technological promises of the past.

About YouTube Originals:

YouTube Originals are award-winning series, specials and livestream events for YouTube’s two billion active monthly users that entertain, inspire, connect, and educate audiences through authentic storytelling from YouTube creators, music artists and celebrities. By tapping into the platform’s growing global community, fan engagement product capabilities, and innovative content, YouTube Originals amplify the most popular and unique aspects of YouTube.  Fans can experience YouTube Originals content for free through the standard YouTube platform (ad-supported), or through a paid subscription to YouTube Premium, which adds ad-free, bonus/exclusive content, and early binge access to select programming. YouTube Originals are available in over 100 countries worldwide.  Keep up with the latest YouTube news by visiting the global platform’s official blog at https://blog.youtube/.

About The SpringHill Company:

The SpringHill Company is a global consumer and entertainment company created to empower greatness in every individual. The SpringHill Company unites three brands built by LeBron James and Maverick Carter: UNINTERRUPTED, the Sports Emmy winning athlete empowerment media and consumer product brand, SpringHill Entertainment, the premium scripted and unscripted film and television production brand and The Robot Company, the brand and culture consultancy. With a dynamic and diverse team committed to creating the most culturally inspired content, entertainment and products, The SpringHill Company is built to be the defining brand for a new generation.

About Marc Levin:

Marc Levin is an award-winning, independent filmmaker dedicated to telling powerful, real stories in a unique, authentic style. He has won four Emmy® awards, four duPont-Columbia awards, the Peabody Award, the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance and the Camera d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, among others. Highlights include: Slam, his breakout festival hit; Brick City, the groundbreaking docu-series about the city of Newark, New Jersey and its charismatic Mayor Cory Booker.

About the LeBron James Family Foundation:

With a commitment to redefining community and building stronger families, The LeBron James Family Foundation invests its time, resources and passion into creating generational change for kids and families through a focus on education and co-curricular educational initiatives. With its foundational I PROMISE Program, LJFF serves more than 1,500 students and their entire families by providing them with the fundamental resources, wraparound supports and family programming they need for success in school and beyond. In 2018, the Foundation built all of its family-first programming and academic interventions into the groundbreaking I PROMISE School that has created a new model for urban, public education. The Foundation has layered in additional resources including higher education and family supports at the I PROMISE Institute, transitional housing at the I PROMISE Village, longer-term affordable housing at the upcoming I PROMISE Housing, job training and financial health programming at House Three Thirty, and several hands-on supports in between. These life-changing resources, combined with the Foundation’s “We Are Family” philosophy, are re-defining what a family and community looks like. To learn more about our story, visit  https://www.lebronjamesfamilyfoundation.org.

A slew of celebrities joined Ice Cube at the Big3 game Sunday July 7th in Atlanta including Atlanta Hawk legend Dominique Wilkins, Lil, Scrappy and his wife Bambi, Kandi Burrus, Todd Tucker, and Jessica Dime. Game highlights include Glen “Big Baby” Davis launching his jersey and game shorts into the crowd after getting ejected early into Power’s surprising loss,  and Atlanta rap star Yung Joc performed classic hit “It’s Goin Down” during halftime of Trilogy vs Power.

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VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: GAME 1

Triplets – 51 (3-0) vs Bivouac – 45 (1-2)

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It was a homecoming for former Atlanta Hawks stars Joe Johnson and Josh Smith. “Iso” Joe came into Week 3 as the BIG3’s second leading scorer, averaging 23 points a game, but it was Smith who brought the early energy, scoring 19 in the first half to help Bivouac take a 25-14 lead at the break.

During the postgame press conference, Hall of Fame Legend Lisa Leslie said, “You learn the most about people during tough times and we were in a tough situation”. The Triplets clearly took their coach’s words to heart, steadily chipping away at a 12-point deficit, getting key contributions from Chris Johnson and Alan Anderson. Ultimately, Johsnon’s explosive game would prove to be too much for Bivouac, as the former Atlanta Hawk added to his MVP-calibur campaign with 24 of his teams 37 points in the second half to keep the Triplet’s undefeated season alive.

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: GAME 2

3 Headed Monsters – 48 (2-1) vs Killer 3s – 51 (3-0)

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The second game of the night featured a battle of unbeatens, as Charles the “King of New York” Oakley’s Killer 3s put their perfect season on the line against Gary “The Glove” Payton’s 3 Headed Monsters.

As expected, the contest proved to be a physical matchup from the early going. Led by NBA Champion and Captain Stephen “Stak” Jackson, Killer 3s went on an 11-2 run to take a small 25-21 lead into the half.

Refusing to go down easy, 16-year NBA veteran and 3 Headed Monsters’ Captain Rashard Lewis put his squad on his shoulders, accounting for his teams’ first 10 points coming out of the break. Mario Chalmers showed his championship mentality, pouring in bucket after bucket to bring 3 Headed Monsters within one late. Ultimately, Chalmers’ late game heroics would not be enough as the shifty Frank “Nitty” Sessions impressed with several spectacular drives to close out the victory for Killer 3s

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: GAME 3

Trilogy – 50 (1-2) vs Power – 43 (2-1)

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Sunday’s final game was a true testament to the excitement and balanced competition BIG3 brings every week.

Seeking its first win, Trilogy pulled away early en route to handing defending BIG3 Champions Power its first defeat.

After allowing Power to score the game’s first basket, Trilogy went on an 11-0 run and never looked back. Nancy Lieberman’s side was hobbled after a first half ejection to Glen Davis, who gave his uniform and positive energy to the crowd, and a second half injury to MVP candidate Cuttino Mobley.

Amplified by inspired performances from David Hawkins and Patrick O’Bryant, Trilogy kept the pressure on to secure a much needed win.

International Superstar and Entrepreneur Jeezy joined Atlanta United soccer fans in a sold-out stadium this weekend in Atlanta, GA. Jeezy received the honor of hammering the Golden Spike prior to the MLS game between the Atlanta United and the New England Revolution on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Now considered an Atlanta tradition on matchday, hammering the Golden Spike is a symbol of unity and strength and a nod to the city’s railroad roots. Essentially split into two parts, the Golden Spike is integrated before the match and beyond the final whistle. A chosen ATLien strikes it three times as the entire stadium roars them on.

Jeezy is scheduled to release his final rap album “Thug Motivation 104: Trust the Process” later this month. For more information about Jeezy, please visit: http://www.defjam.com/artists/jeezy

RYAN CAMERON RETURNS TO RADIO ONE ATLANTA

AND TEAMS UP WITH URBAN ONE FOR A CROSS PLATFORM COLLABORATION

(ATLANTA, GA) – October 11, 2018 – Radio One Atlanta and its parent company Urban One are teaming up with Atlanta radio royalty, Ryan “The Ryan King” Cameron, for a cross-platform partnership that will take advantage of Urban One’s various brands. On Monday, November 5, 2018, Cameron will return to the airwaves on WAMJ MAJIC 107.5/97.5 during the afternoon drive from2:00pm – 6:00pm. “Cameron is rejoining the company after establishing himself as one of the most successful radio personalities in the region,” Alfred Liggins, CEO of Urban One announced today. “We are making a 360-degree deal to leverage and develop his brand utilizing access to our radio, television and digital assets, which reach more than 80-percent of African Americans. It’s a win win.”

Cameron, a revered veteran in the Atlanta radio market, is a well-respected media icon who has won two Emmys, received two Marconi nominations and been inducted into the Georgia Radio Hall of Fame. His return will bolster WAMJ’s position in the market and add to its stellar roster. “It is a dream come true to add Ryan’s amazing talent to our line up,” said Tim Davies, Regional VP and GM. “Majic is truly the Real Sound of Atlanta. We have the all-star team in the ATL.” This will be Cameron’s second stint with Radio One Atlanta. He hosted the Ryan Cameron Morning Show on Hot 107.9 for eight years in the early ’90s.

This partnership positions Cameron to take full advantage of the burgeoning opportunities that this 21st century media landscape provides. His radio career and various appearances on television and film has afforded him the opportunity to work across platforms, and earlier this year, he became a partner in Threaded.agency, a new Atlanta based branding firm. “In this new model, my recent and my on-going experience at Threaded.Agency will let me help companies and brands in a way that impacts their audience in a positive way,” stated Cameron. “I’m very excited because I’m not only coming back to work with a phenomenal company but also doing it in a new model that was not possible earlier in my career. This is something I just couldn’t pass up.” Urban One’s digital properties provide more than 25 categories of original content, garner 20 million unique visitors each month and has a total reach of over 100 million. They will expose Cameron to a wider audience.

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ABOUT URBAN ONE

Urban One, Inc. (urban1.com), formerly known as Radio One, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is the largest diversified media company that primarily targets Black Americans and urban consumers in the United States. The Company owns TV One, LLC (tvone.tv), a television network serving more than 59 million households, offering a broad range of original programming, classic series and movies designed to entertain, inform and inspire a diverse audience of adult Black viewers. As one of the nation’s largest radio broadcasting companies, Urban One currently owns and/or operates 57 broadcast stations in 15 urban markets in the United States. Through its controlling interest in Reach Media, Inc. (blackamericaweb.com), the Company also operates syndicated programming including the Tom Joyner Morning Show, Russ Parr Morning Show, Rickey Smiley Morning Show, Get up Morning! with Erica Campbell, DL Hughley Show, Ed Lover Show, Willie Moore Jr Show, Nightly Spirit with Darlene McCoy Reverend Al Sharpton Show. In addition to its radio and television broadcast assets, Urban One ownsiOne Digital (ionedigital.com), the largest digital resource for urban enthusiasts and Blacks, reaching millions each month through its Cassius and BHM Digital platforms. Additionally, One Solution,the Company’s branded content agency and studio combines the dynamics of the Urban One’s holdings to provide brands with an integrated and effectively engaging marketing approach that reaches 82% of Black Americans throughout the country.

ABOUT TV ONE

Launched in January 2004, TV One serves 59 million households, offering a broad range of real-life and entertainment-focused original programming, classic series, movies and music designed to entertain and inform a diverse audience of adult black viewers. The network represents the best in black culture and entertainment with fan favorite shows Unsung, Rickey Smiley For Real, Fatal Attraction, The Manns and The NAACP Image Awards. In addition, TV One is the cable home of blockbuster drama Empire, and NewsOne Now, the only live daily news program dedicated to black viewers. In December 2008, the company launched TV One High Def, which now serves 14 million households. TV One is solely owned by Urban One, Inc., formerly known as Radio One, Inc. [NASDAQ: UONE and UONEK, www.urban1.com], the largest African-American owned multi-media company primarily targeting Black and urban audiences.