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30+ min ago (256+ words) On this episode of The Small Business Show, we feature Jacob Light, founder of ModernTone Studios. Light has created a hybrid music business in California's East Bay, combining a professional recording studio with a comprehensive music academy for learning, creating, and producing music. As a professional musician since age 14, Light built the business gradually with support from family, savings, and some debt. He leveraged equipment and instruments accumulated over years of performing, along with insights from hundreds of studios worldwide." Notably, the East Bay location allows ModernTone Studios to serve a suburban creative community while filling a gap for a full-service music facility outside central San Francisco. Unlike traditional studios that book clients by the day, Light and his team design projects around each artist's goals, pairing clients with producers and session musicians to achieve the intended sound. The academy,…...

30+ min ago (407+ words) The Atlanta Hawks" offense could be special in the near future, as their two stars have the potential to be one of the greatest passing duos in NBA history. Young"s brilliance as a passer, however, has diverted attention from Jalen Johnson"s skill in this department. Johnson has assumed lead playmaking responsibilities this season with Young"s injury leave, and surprisingly, he has approached Young"s otherworldly 2024-25 playmaking numbers. In eerily similar fashion to Young, Johnson was in the 100th percentile in both rim assists and potential assists per 100 this season at the power forward postion, per databallr. While his 7.3 assists per game place him at just ninth, this is still a remarkable leap from the young Hawk. The Houston Rockets of the late 2010s starred Chris Paul and James Harden as their guard duo, two of the best passers of…...

31+ min ago (678+ words) This is not a story of pity. It is a story of perseverance, ingenuity, and refusal. Black women do not simply survive'they create paths, build opportunities, and lay foundations where none existed before. "Through their challenges and activism, Black women force the United States to hold true to its democratic ideals'or at least shine a mirror on where it fails," said Dr. Taura Taylor, sociology professor at Morehouse College. "These numbers reflect both economic trends and social disconnect, but they also reveal what we've always known: Black women have a way of making a path out of nowhere." "This might be a moment where Black women can decide to take their labor, their skills, and their expertise elsewhere'to pivot entrepreneurially'and that's very dynamic and important," Dr. Taylor said. Feeding the soul and Health In April 2025, Carolyn Henry, a certified project…...

31+ min ago (446+ words) This time last week, Kirk Cousins made the Atlanta Falcons look like geniuses. He snapped the Falcons' losing streak by torching the New Orleans Saints on the road and reminded fans he's still a viable NFL starter. And he gave fans hope for the rest of the season with Michael Penix Jr. sidelined. However, the Falcons' 27-24 Week 13 loss to the New York Jets told a different story. He threw for 234 yards and a score, but the 37-year-old looked more like the aging veteran we saw earlier this season. Cousins struggled against pressure while Atlanta's offense continually stalled, going three-and-out on their final two drives. The pass-catchers being unable to catch anything certainly didn't help, but the four-time Pro Bowler made it clear his best days are behind him. As the Dirty Birds approach a quarterback dilemma this coming offseason, Cousins…...

31+ min ago (318+ words) These indicators shouldn't be ignored. They signal that daily routines, safety, and independence may be at risk. How to Start the ConversationThe goal is to talk honestly and respectfully while making sure your loved one feels heard. 1. Pick a comfortable momentHave the discussion during a calm, private time'not at the dinner table or in a crowded gathering. 2. Lead with care, not criticismUse supportive language: "We want to make sure you're safe and comfortable," rather than pointing out shortcomings. 3. Share what you observedFocus on facts: missed medications, trouble moving around, or concerns about meals or safety. 4. Ask open-ended questions" How are daily tasks going?" What feels difficult right now?" What would help you feel more comfortable or safe at home? 5. Present options, not ultimatumsMany seniors fear losing independence. Emphasize that support'such as part-time companion care or help with meals, housekeeping, personal…...

1+ hour, 5+ min ago (829+ words) Read Today's Top Story: The 11th annual Who's Who in Atlanta Residential Real Estate is here! Todd Emerson General Manager, Harry Norman, REALTORS" Christa Huffstickler Founder and CEO, Engel & V'lkers Atlanta Sherry Noles Regional Vice President for Atlanta, Coldwell Banker Realty Sellers will also need to shift their mindset. Gone are the days of instant multiple offers with waived contingencies. They'll expect real estate agents to bring more than just MLS exposure " they'll want full-service marketing, strategic pricing and local knowledge to help stand out in a more competitive market. In metro Atlanta, where price growth is stabilizing, both sides will expect transparency, professionalism, and negotiation skill. The agents who thrive will be those who can meet these rising expectations with smart tech tools, clear communication and deep neighborhood expertise. Sherry Noles: I believe 2026 will bring a gradual stabilization to the…...

1+ hour, 10+ min ago (145+ words) Read Today's Top Story: The 11th annual Who's Who in Atlanta Residential Real Estate is here! Shant Banosian President, Rate Kim Nelson Founder and CEO, BankSouth Mortgage Shant Banosian: Heading into 2026, I expect mortgage rates to stabilize in the high-5% to low-6% range as the Fed transitions from a restrictive stance to a more neutral one. Inflation has cooled, but the job market is flashing warning signings, so the Fed will remain cautious and data dependent, wanting to ensure long-term stability before aggressively cutting rates. The real opportunity lies in spread compression, which could improve borrowing costs even if the Fed moves slowly. For consumers, that means a noticeable increase in buying power, and for lenders, an opening to re-engage both new and existing clients. The key is being ready to move fast when economic data shifts....

1+ hour, 57+ min ago (536+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " More than 900 flights in and out of the world's busiest airport were delayed Sunday as bad weather moved across the country. "This is all an inconvenience. It's sad," said Michael Oliver, who was traveling back home to New Jersey with his family. The end of Thanksgiving turned into flight delays galore for hundreds of passengers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. "And here we are with that line and there's no flights until Tuesday," said Michael's wife, Deborah Oliver. "We have an eight-family crew. So now we have to split all my kids up with my in-laws, and this is not good at all. So if I have to speak negative about anybody, they got to get better than this," added Michael. The Olivers said their Sunday flight on Spirit back home to New Jersey kept…...

2+ hour, 28+ min ago (132+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " Lane closures for Georgia 400 begin Monday night as crews work to build new express lanes. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) said the closures will affect northbound and southbound lanes along a 16-mile stretch, from MARTA's North Springs station in Fulton County to around 1 mile north of McFarland Parkway in Forsyth County. GDOT said the closures will last from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting Monday, with some lane closures lasting from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting Tuesday. The department urges drivers to expect delays, use caution, and reduce their speed while traveling through work zones. Below are the details on the closures, according to GDOT: Tolled express lanes on Ga. 400 become financial "reality' after federal loan...

3+ hour, 46+ min ago (321+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " A Newton County family is mourning the death of a pregnant teenager who was killed just after midnight on Friday morning in a crash with a suspected DUI driver. Jaylah Donald, 19, was seven months pregnant. She died on Fairview Road in Covington. Her unborn son did not survive. Jaylah's mother, Takila, who was driving the car, was life-flighted to Grady Memorial Hospital after the crash. According to the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), Takila was "improperly" backing onto Fairview Road when they were hit on the passenger side by another vehicle. GSP suspects the driver of that car was under the influence. They told Atlanta News First charges are pending for both drivers. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: 19-year-old pregnant woman dies in Newton County crash, online fundraiser says "When I first got up there, I couldn't breathe, for…...