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October 5, 2024

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INVEST FEST 2024: THIS IS HOW WE FELT…

September 11, 2024

Below are the thoughts of Duvale Murchison and Kurtavia Burton about the 2024 Invest Fest. Starvingarts.org and Pride Magazine would like to thank Earn You Lesuire, EYL’s staff and team, sponsors, celebrities, vendors and patrons for making this much needed event a success and allowing us to be apart of this record breaking venue!…

Get to Know Sickle Cell Disease

September 9, 2024

September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Learn about the disease, the experiences of people living with it, and advances in research and care. Most people have dreams for the future, but what if you were living with a condition so debilitating that you weren’t able to plan beyond your next trip to the hospital?…

Pride Magazine Goes to INVEST FEST 2024 – Atlanta Georgia

August 28, 2024

This past weekend, Pride Magazine had the privilege of attending Invest Fest 2024(created by Earn Your Leisure) in Atlanta, Georgia. The event was a powerhouse of knowledge, featuring celebrities who shared insights on business, finance, and navigating the entrepreneurial and entertainment industries.…

A New Generation of Black Philanthropists Are Funding the Future

August 27, 2024

By Angela Lindsay On a steamy Saturday afternoon in late June, dozens of Charlotte area residents dressed in chic summer attire gathered at a sprawling farmhouse estate. Drinks were served poolside while R&B music courtesy of DJ That Guy Smitty set the mood.…

Surviving the Perfect Storm — Childcare Services Battle High Costs and Low Wages

August 27, 2024

By Sonja Whitemon In Mecklenburg County, there are more than 56,000 children under the age of 6, many of whom must attend childcare programs because their parents work during the day. Childcare is essential to our society, but it has been in crisis for years.…

McCrorey YMCA Tech Center Encourages Teens to Be Creative

August 27, 2024

By Ruby Durham Inside the McCrorey YMCA off Beatties Ford Road, amidst the clang of weights, splashing water and bouncing basketballs, lies a melting pot for young adults to learn, create and dream big by using cutting-edge technology and resources. “If I had to describe the center to a teen who had an interest in technology, I would say the Best Buy Teen Tech Center is the second-best place next to Disney World,” said Christian Burgess, a rising Junior at Phillip O.…

TruSolace Supports the Healing and Wellness of Girls, Women and Families

August 27, 2024

By Rosanny Crumpton TruSolace is a counseling and wellness center that focuses on supporting girls and women of color across various dimensions of wellness, and their mission is to create a safe space for them that provides tools, education, healing, and hope.…

Outdoor Joy: The Benefits of Exploring the Great Outdoors

August 27, 2024

My Outdoor Joy: The Benefits of Exploring the Great Outdoors By John Burton Jr. “Go outside and play” is a familiar phrase if you were a child of the ‘70s and ‘80s. Back then, going outside meant climbing a tree, exploring the woods and, occasionally, playing in the mud.…

How to Stay Healthy Beyond 65

August 27, 2024

By Brenda Porter-Rockwell More people are opting to work past the traditional retirement age of 65, a time of life when some are thinking about enjoying the fruits of their labor over the years. “Roughly 1 in 5 Americans ages 65 and older (19%) were employed in 2023 — nearly double the share of those who were working 35 years ago,” according to a 2023 Pew Research Study report.…