She’s known for her million‑watt smile, but make no mistake—Dr. Heavenly Kimes didn’t build her empire by playing it safe or quiet. With sharp business skills, an unshakable sense of purpose, and a spirit rooted in service, the leading Atlanta dentist, author, and motivational powerhouse is stepping boldly into a new chapter. And for the communities of Georgia’s District 93, it may just be the kind of leadership they’ve been waiting for.

Whew, what a weekend! Essence Festival 2025 is officially in the books, and once again, our city was blessed with a celebration of Black excellence, talent, and community. While the festival had a slow start Friday night and a few delays, Saturday and Sunday more than made up for it. The energy, the performances, the people, pure magic.

Global — In a groundbreaking move that’s turning heads around the world, inventor and entrepreneur Dr. Lael A. Alexander has sold his full collection of original ideas and technologies — called an intellectual property (IP) portfolio — for an incredible $500 billion in cash.

This isn’t just a big number. It’s the largest private deal of its kind in history, and it makes Alexander one of the most financially liquid people alive — not because he went public or sold shares, but because he found a new way to turn his ideas into real, immediate wealth.

If Tony Stark had grown up in Tulsa and swapped his Iron Man suit for real-world infrastructure, he might look a lot like Dr. Lael Alexander.

Visionary. Inventor. Father of eight. Former Navy serviceman. Industrial design wizard. Tulsa’s own tech titan. Dr. Alexander isn’t just building devices—he’s building the future from the ground up, one city block, circuit board, and cloud server at a time.

Fayetteville, GA – After a brief but intentional pause, RDC Magazine is officially making its long-awaited return to the media landscape with a stunning and symbolic All-White Relaunch Affair. The exclusive event will take place on Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Studio 42, located at 7358 West Lanier Ave., Fayetteville, GA 30614.

This celebration is more than just an event—it’s a powerful cultural reset.

He almost didn’t make it.

Not through high school. Not through the depression that clouded his teenage years. Not through the addiction that met him before his cap and gown. But Thomas W. Dortch III—father of eight, advocate for the voiceless, architect of community wealth and wellness—did make it. And now, he’s hell-bent on making sure others do, too.

Carlos Scott has built brands, elevated champions, and guided celebrities through career-defining moments. But his most meaningful title will always be “Dad.”

The Atlanta-based PR and marketing executive has spent over two decades representing some of the most recognizable names in sports, entertainment, and media. As the founder and CEO of N-Vision Marketing Inc., Carlos has led high-stakes campaigns and negotiated landmark deals. His client list reads like a highlight reel—nine Olympic gold medalists, five Super Bowl champions, NBA and WNBA stars, Hollywood actors, Grammy winners, bestselling authors, and corporate giants. He’s been trusted by Fortune 500 companies, national nonprofits, and public figures in need of everything from media training to crisis strategy.

Have you ever found yourself in a place where life felt like it was moving, but you weren’t quite connected to it?
Where you were checking all the boxes...working, showing up, caring for everyone else, but somehow, you still felt like something was missing?

Have you ever heard that little voice in your head? The one that whispers when you’re staring in the mirror, when you’re walking into a room full of strangers, or when you’re faced with something you’ve never done before? That voice has power. Tremendous power. And if you’re not guiding it, it might just be guiding you.

So, it's time for your long-awaited trip and you are ready, because vacation calories don't count, right?  Um, wrong! 

From Paris cafés to Tokyo ramen bars, cities around the world embrace and even encourage the solo diner experience.

This is what happens when you unplug in the world’s most Instagrammed city—and love it.

In an era defined by specialization, John Mark reminds us that creativity has no borders.

Sammie G, a New Orleans-born, Colorado Springs-raised artist, channels his eclectic upbringing into genre-bending music that defies expectations.

Gaga’s voice, Brazil’s heart, and RDC’s exclusive story — this is one for the ages.

Every day is a fresh start, and if all else fails, at least there’s always coffee.