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A thrive in black business 
Throughout the years the market for small black owned business has increased tremendously. Going from a seemingly overlooked 34.5% increase from 2007-2012 to a skyrocket as of late especially accentuating within the age groups of 25-30. Realizing that you can create and possess something to call your own and experience actual ownership has intrigued millions throughout the nation. Making up a huge part of the entrepreneurial community black owned businesses are manifesting all over from small to larger companies Blacks have been making a staple in the business world. This trend has most commonly been due to one's starvation for more wanting better for themselves a fair balance on the Libra scale between wage and labor. Millions spend hours of working what seems like slave like hours for minimal pay and go home unhappy every night knowing they have to relive that very reality again the next day, this is what births entrepreneurs. Minority owned businesses accounted for $1.1 trillion in receipts in 2014 this number has nearly doubled since then. Accounting for only 3.3% of employer receipts vs. 96.7% for their white counterparts but nevertheless these numbers are slowly changing and could change even more if we educate ourselves and no longer bow down to the fears of possible failure. It’s relatively easy to start a business, especially given the popularity of entrepreneurship as a viable and legitimate career objective among younger Americans, and young black Americans in particular. Change is always around the corner all it takes is one small step at a time to reach the finish line of something so much greater.
''Minority owned businesses accounted for $1.1 trillion in receipts in 2014 this number has nearly doubled since then''
Catch the wave: Sploosh life
The urban fashion community is one of the most lucrative as well as creative and polarized of them all. With prestigious brands flourishing behind the faces of multi millionaire entertainers, the popular demand these trends have created gracefully made way for small businesses to manifest and prosper as well in the fashion world. From online boutiques to T-shirt and clothing lines the urban fashion market is a revolving door of new pieces breaking its way into our homes. Ironically sweeping its way through North Florida as though it were the waves from a tropical storm the latest product to hit the streets is that of Sploosh Life. You may be asking yourself Sploosh Life? What on earth is that? Simple, it's one of the most requested and supported growing fashion brands in its hometown in 2016. Easily recognized by its uniquely formatted logo the choices of color schemes are endless. With a natural snowball effect, the support that the brand has had gravitated towards it has whirl winded into creating a movement to be followed by many.
Artist Watch
- Tokyo Jetz             - Lil Poppa
- Trap Beckham      - Prime Definition
- Prime definition     -  G3 Lil Chris    
-Brady B                   - Lil Jug
- Mob Squad Nard
There are quite a few young starving artists on the rise however there are some that have led us to wonder exactly what is next to come. One of the most dominantly dynamic female artists in the game now Tokyo Jetz is running circles around even most men. After riding the wave of his hit single ''Birthday Chick'' the Def Jam artist Trap Beckham has recently released his follow up ''Going Down''. Another artist to keep an eye for is Prime Definition who has created a wave worth following recently releasing his smash song ''Way better'' which in fact featured Tokyo Jetz. Lil Poppa a teenage sensation has had features from  YFN Lucci and worked with the likes of Bigga Rankin wrapping up a solid year. The G3 Media artist G3 Chris in 2016 released a plethora of amazing visuals only to leave us expecting more. Cinematic Music Group's own Mob Squad Nard was all over the television screen from BET and MTV and both Brady B as well as Lil Jug seem to be making a much awaited return to music. 
Hip Hop News 
- J.Cole's album 4 Your Eyez Only lands at the #1 spot on the chart selling 511,000 thousand units in the first week. If J. Cole's incredible first week sales didn't prove his star power, this certainly will, every song from 4 Your Eyez Only has cracked the Top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100. 

- Tupac will be introduced into the Rock and roll hall of fame 
- Fab skips annual Christmas day mixtape and announced to be releasing a project January 13th 
-Drake pushes back album release date assumed to be due to J. Cole and Meek's releases 
         A Golden Chance

Golden Chances Inc. established October 9, 2016 Filed with the state of Florida as a 501c(3) charitable non-profit organization is one of many scholarships created to take a load off of potential college students. Golden Chances Inc. serves with the sole purpose of providing resources and scholarships needed to excel while pursuing a degree and/or lessen the financial burden of higher education. Targeting full time students of accredited colleges or universities who were affected by the premature death of a biological parent(s). Founded by Michael S. Jenkins Jr a 4th-year Information Technology student at Florida A&M University. Driven by his passion for helping others and the loss of his own biological parents at the age young of 10. Jenkins has created an opportunity to help those whose faced the same traumatic experience by lending a helping hand that could change their lives forever. 
          Nine 23 accessories and more

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      True Definition          Inspection Services

Are you looking to purchase a home but want a sense of security and sureness with your decision? True Definition is just the company for you. Providing high quality and thorough inspections of your potential home to help assist in making your decision an easier one. Call Antwan Richardson the company's founder and CEO at (904) 413-TRUE  to set up your inspection.
   Poverty in America 

As the economy changes throughout the years as does the social and financial status of Americans. A fluctuation in the economy not only affects Americans directly it goes deeper and seeps its way into American families for generations to come in search to be ridden of by struggling citizens. In 2014 nearly 47 million people lived in poverty totaling the poverty rate to an astonishing 15%. This rate was 2.3 percentages higher than that of 2007 one year before the recession hit our nation. The United States Census Bureau shows that: In 2015 there were 43.1 million people in the United States Census Bureau and shows that in 2015 there were 43.1 million people in poverty, 3.9 million less than in 2014 Proctor had indicated. Small changes to an enormous issue can only and hopefully lead to corrections to the financial plagues that have been tormenting American homes for years.
    Spielberg films 

The skill of wielding a camera is a form of art in its own respectable right alone. It takes a creative and imaginative mind to see something simple and recreate it into something much more spectacular, a visionary to be simple. Inspired by however no relation to the cinematic guru and legendary Steven Spielberg there's a young bull who took on the legends name to carry on in his footsteps. JB Spielberg has slowly crept his way into the views of the limelight and has earned the respect of many. Learning and mastering the arts of film and photography Spielberg has molded himself into a 2 headed beast capable of damage at massive volumes.
 Teen motivation: Futures of                       tomorrow 

A detrimental part of every child's upbringing are the relationships they have, the support given and the examples set by role models in their lives both tangible and public figures. Children and teens alike are extremely easily influenced. Searching for acceptance and an identity typically results in them grasping onto what is the most appealing and what seems to be the correct route for them. Nevertheless this not always being the best life choice. Comprehending the value of positive figures in the lives of teenagers, CEO and founder of Teen Motivation Alexis Thompson recognized a traumatizing problem and took initiative. Thompson sought out a resolution and amazingly did so by creating one herself. Forming her organization Teen Motivation targeting the inner city youth specifically females allowing a safe haven for the girls to come in sharing their issues in a judgement free environment full of their peers experiencing the same issues. Teen Motivation is a group of teenage girls who meet regularly in a fun filled positive environment with self betterment as a common goal. The group discusses issues that each child may face and together create solutions on how to cope and fix them. Dealing with children who sometimes suffer from abandonment issues it's extremely vital that there is a commitment and form of consistency between adult to child to create the bond that they feel they may lack. Children need to be able to feel as though they can trust the adult figures in their life to be able to feel comfortable to open up and share delicate testimonies. That's what makes Thompson so amazing her and her staff have built a strong foundation of a bond with each and every girl extending out their heartfelt services both genuinely and with consistency. Partnering with several schools in the Orlando area with the Sanford location and being the most recent Thompson and her organization is continuing to expand throughout North Florida. Every child needs trusting adults in their life who's not only have a relationship with them but can give them positive direction and guidance that will help them with their everyday living. Our children are our future; they are the faces of our potential next Presidents, doctors lawyers and scientists. These children need our help and guidance to steer them away from troubling situations do that they can indeed fulfill their maximum potential and accomplish career goals. Doing just that Teen Motivation is an excellent outlet and highly recommended choice for all female youth to participate in and a family environment to a part of.
“Back to myself, yea I’m motherfuckin cocky” and that’s exactly what Young Jeezy did taking us back to the streets with the release of “Trap Or Die 3”. TD3 is definitely the talk of the streets as well as the industry right now. Jeezy created a new wave with this one. TD3 takes us back to “05” when he took over the streets with the original “Trap Or Die”. Jeezy kicked off the album and created high anticipation by releasing two hit singles “ Let em Know” and “All There”, featuring the late Bankroll Fresh. This album also includes features from Hip-Hop heavy hitters such as Lil Wayne, French Montana, Chris Brown, Yo Gotti and Plies. With productions from Jacksonville's own Dwayne “DRich” Richardson, Shawty Redd and more. “Trap Or Die 3” debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 which gave Jeezy his 3rd No 1. Album. "TD3" is in fact a reminder that Jeezy is definitely a business man with a street touch. With punchlines such as “Run a fortune 500 from a prepaid” and “I ain't ask them niggas to let me in the door I kicked that motherfucker open nigga, industry invasion” reassuring us that there are no handouts in the game you must take whatever it is that you want. “Trap Or Die 3” can surely be labeled as Jeezy’s comeback album! Many people thought that Jeezy’s lost it with his last album “Church In These Streets” but Young just believes that the album was before its time. People often try to place Jeezy in a box, but its okay to step out that box every now and then. TD3 is proof that Jeezy is in his bag and he hasn’t lost it. Jeezy’s music constantly reminds us of the hustler within him and never strays away from the street in him. Jeezy is indeed one of the few rap artist that hasn’t crossed over to that commercial sound and is definitely considered one of the realist rappers in the game.

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          Trappin aint Dead: TD3
         
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      Born to be great: DJ Swagg 

Webster defines greatness as the quality of being great, distinguished, or eminent. Being in a league of your own because your accomplishments that you were that far aside from the rest. Greatness isn't something that's easily obtained, it's something that's manifested through countless hours and even years of dedication and commitment to one's craft. To be in such stature you will always ruffle some feathers and rub some people the wrong way, but at the end of the day you are still the topic of discussion so did you really lose? A proclamation to had been born to be great is a simple yet broad statement that the individual was brought to this earth to do things of immense magnitudes. DJ Swagg; a DJ and radio personality commonly known as the crowd pleaser for his talents and abilities to puppeteer any crowd he performs in front of into a rage of excitement lives by this quote. Daring, fearless and full of and boiling drive and ambition DJ Swagg prides himself on being the outcast doing what others do not have the courage to do. Embarking on a new journey to fulfill a vivid vision not many will comprehend but tons will speculate on a goal was set. Swagg took his talents from in front of the live crowds of screaming party goers to in front of a camera lense to bare it all literally. The risqué photos leaked is no doubt going to be controversial but created to be a statement. “I do things your favorite DJ can't do” and he did just that in an epic form. The goal was to create a project that would prove that the leader of men was just that courageous to step outside the box and be creative. Countless hours of physical training and dieting were detrimental towards completing this goal blood, sweat and tears. If you're going to be one who proclaims to be an originator and innovator you must set the bar and tone and undoubtedly this bar is beyond the reach of a man's pride.
  Patience and prayer: Tokyo Jetz 

The capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset. Or simply put “Patience”. When pursuing major success patience is a detrimental character trait that one must develop over time. The road to any major accomplishment is not one easily to tread; the road will be full of many obstacles, setbacks and frustrations. The music industry so heavily male populated only accepts artist of the female gender once every blue moon. Maybe it's a lack of talent or maybe it's the lack of opportunity. For every one female rapper there's at least five to ten of her male counterparts, to stand out among the elite you must have the golden gift. A not so new face on the scene Tokyo Jetz what may seem somewhat effortlessly overcame and conquered any and all boundaries or obstacles thrown her way. Doing so over the years span has put herself in the position to be one of the greats. A rising star to the say the least the upcoming artist has began to take the south by storm in a dominant fashion. Tokyo Jetz, a newly household name had successfully been on the music scene for quite some time before her big break found its way to her front door. Beginning with her decision to resurface after a small break by releasing a video blog or vlog of her freestyle to Memphis rapper Yo Gotti smash single “Down in the DM”. The vlog was an instant sensation, spiralling it's way throughout the nation's news feed in the blink of an eye. Social media grew into an eruption of uproars and questions who was this girl and where did she come from? The Jacksonville Florida native created a demand so popular the people who soon became fanatics wanted more and obliging herself to deliver consistency did just that. Following up with the mega hit of a freestyle Jetz routinely released more and more freestyles to feed her fans. Creating an overwhelming mass of popular demand everything had began to fall into place. She began to travel all throughout Florida and the south to now where she is booked all over the states performing and selling out venues. Living out her dream faithfully brought many opportunities one being consigned by Atlanta legend TI himself. Tip saw that immense potential Jetz had inside her and led him to make her apart of his Hustle Gang family, a group of talented individuals all male making her the only female. Tokyo now has featured on records several major artist with Young Dro being the latest of her new single “Ima be with it”. Much is expected and anticipated from the new musical sensation in this case there is no limit to the possibilities of what can be accomplished.
Tampa Mystic It's all in the grind 

Successfully overcoming, and conquering any sexist and small minded thoughts that women could not be as successful if not better than men in such heavily male populated fields for years Tampa Mystic has silenced the murmuring. Truly a jack of all trades to say the least Mystic has a list of credentials and resume in short to say purely impeccable. The on air personality for Highly Unique radio, CEO OF Mystic Entertainment and Co CEO of the Grynd Report but the rap sheet doesn't end there. Tampa also has well known affiliations with Team Bigga Rankin and the Core DJ organization. Tampa has undoubtedly created a solid foundation in the music and urban entertainment industry. A major part of success on any level is understanding and practicing the art of consistency. Frequently and more than often producing quality work for the public to witness and this has been more than comprehended and grasped and past along over to her artists. Not only has she created and established a brand of her own she has put in the work to help do just that for the artists that's she manages in Atlanta independent talent Smooth ATL and Shawty Fresh. Respect isn't something that you ask for it's something that you allow your hard work and tenacious work ethic alone to demand and there is certainly no lack of respect in her neck of the woods. From live interviews to artist showcases Mystic goes over and beyond to create a platform for artists and entertainment industry personnel alike to have an opportunity to introduce themselves to the world. As the works learns to accept more and more female entrepreneurs Tampa Mystic is the ideal figure they should pay attention to and learn from.
        Koly P: Next in line  

Florida is home to some of the most talented individuals musically especially in its South Florida region. Throughout the years and there have been a plethora artists to break into the industry from the surrounding cities throughout South Florida going back as far as Uncle Luke and Trick Daddy dating to as of late with DJ Khaled, Rick Ross, Plies and Kodak Black to name a few. Recently the Pompano Beach sensation Koly P has began to ease his name into the conversation. In 2011 Koly started to embark on his newly found musical journey with his friend Dirty 1000s were in a group called The Kolyons. However the path didn't end there Koly continued to create his own music thus forming a buzz around himself that birthed a popular demand thus led to Louisiana rapper Boosie Bad Azz signing him. Facing numerous trials and tribulations after another he chose to take his musical craft more seriously and dial in where shortly after he delivered The Koly Bible and followed up with Koly Luther King. Koly is a street rapper that has a raw talent and delivery that effortlessly grabs your ear and attention. Its evident that the South Florida rapper is hungry and has an incredible drive only time will tell to see what is next as we wacth things unfold, but we expect more great music and new projects.
Trap Beckham: Road of redemption 

Treading the path in which one pursues the fruits of their long lived dreams can at times be a dark and frustrating route. The long demanding hours and countless nights staring to the ceiling wondering when will my time come? The setbacks and obstacles, the highs and lows yet nevertheless feeling like it's just not good enough. Knowing you're deserving of so much more what do you do now? You could give in to the frustration and move on, but then that would be giving up on your dreams and taking the easy way out. Or you could stick to what you've worked so tirelessly for day in and day out. All of the best accomplishments are appreciated tenfold when you know internally that you've put in so much work and made so many sacrifices to see it manifest. In the mid 2000’s Trap Beckham then formally Yung Trap made his way into the music scene with a unique sound of his own but it was not a simple task no not by a long shot. The battle for acceptance was a fight in Its own being a new starving artist in a pool of many how was one to stay afloat? Throughout the years Beckham not only remained tedious and tenacious in his pursuit for musical dominance he began to see the fruits of his labor actually pay off. In a little under a decade Beckham has produced hits that rallied throughout his hometown of Jacksonville Florida as well as surrounding cities yet still this just was not enough. Single after single mixtape after another the consistency was evident but that one big break had yet to come. Maneuvering his annual 7-14 mixtape a compilation of his best music entitled after his birthday as a tool to continue to give his fans something to listen to that one break finally began to creep its way in without even realizing it's presence. Birthday Chick the most recent single bounced around in rotation from club to club spinning on just about every DJ’s deck just might have been exactly what he'd been looking for. With a topic relatively simile yet applicable to everyone the hook had been lined and the bait was set. Just imagine all of the women who go out to the nightclubs to celebrate their birthday and hear a song catered to exactly them. Like a swarm of bees the single buzzed around until it stung the right set of ears. Def Jam records has been one of the most highly respected and prestigious of record labels in the hip hop music industry for decades. Being responsible for the careers of so many greats the executives saw potential in the Florida rapper and sought to create an allegiance between the two. Post signing with Def Jam Beckham has been on an incredible tear throughout the U.S performing all over the states on a promotional run pushing his single that has not only been a worldwide sensation but a hit to the masses. The road of redemption led Trap to the top of the mountain where he so long dreamed of. Now in a new found position of stature some would begin to ponder what is next?
Model Watch:Barbie Doll Zelie
Our model watch has returned with yet another diamond in the rough waiting to shine. The incredibly beautiful Dominican Queen Zelie is another young an upcoming model with immense next level potential. The Florida native vixen has soul capturing eyes, a slim hourglass figure as well as the heart and drive of the biggest giant. Possessing an in-comprehensive beauty many great things are expected in 2017 from her so stay on the look out!
In 2016 Tokyo Jetz released her much awaited Sophomore mixtape ''Fly Shxt Only'' to follow up her first project Bosses meet bosses
If you've given J. Cole's new album 4 your eyez only a listen you might have raised your eyebrows when you came across his new single ''De Ja Vu''. If you are blind to this record or have just been somewhere hidden under a rock the track has a strong resemblance to Bryson Tiller's exchange, you might even say they're the exact same.  The talented producers Vinylz and Boi-1Da had also ome out and accused Foreign Teck who happens to be the producer of Exchange of stealing the beat but Foreign Teck denied the accusation. Claiming it was in fact him who created it on his own and that he in fact created the sound. Both songs sample K.P. and Envyi’s 1998 track ‘Swing My Way’ but it’s the similarity in the way of sampling that raises the question from fans and listeners. 
Cold World?
Fun fact: Young Jeezy shot the visuals to his new record ''All there'' featuring the late Bank Roll Fresh in Bank Roll's neighborhood along with his family. Jeezy personally phoned the mayor of Atlanta to get the Atlanta PD off of his back when denied access to the Bank Roll Fresh memorial. The police were called off and the show went on.
Lack of worries: The Low Life 
When you hear low life you may commonly begin to think something more criminal or of the negative nature but not in this sense. The term ''Low Life'' actually when broken down stands for something much more of value. Created by Florida native and former West Virginia University standout wide receiver KJ Myers his definition of Low Life means ''Lack of worries'', living a worry free life full of faith and optimism. The movement abruptly swept across the nation in the most literal of sense with support from not only his huge following but his fellow NCAA athletes across America. The lack of worries belief promotes positive thinking and living, not allowing the pressures of life and negative situations get the best of us. We all should live The Low Life in our everyday living and focus on our dreams and accomplishing them. Myers's movement had grown to be one of a dominant nature and will only continue to grow over time.
Gucci ties the knot
The true definition of a rider is someone who is not only there when the sun shines everyday, but someone is there in your corner when the rain won't stop pouring. When ATL rapper Gucci Mane was sent to prison he left behind a girlfriend in Keyshia Dior who supported his every step of the way. From his admission into federal prison, throughout his stay and release Dior has been by his side which is deserving of the highest reward. Recently at an Atlanta Hawks basketball game after being caught on the kissing cam Big Guwop took the opportunity to take a knee and without a hesitation she said yes!
Trouble in paradise?

After weeks of accusations and speculation online from all media sources it is official Nicki Minaj has publicly announced that she is in fact single and her and Philly rapper Meek Mill are no longer together. This coincidentally happened days after Drake went on stage announcing that he was laying performing the smash hit and Meek Mill diss ''Back to Back'' to rest. ''Not even when she tells you that we're better off as friends'' guess Drake had foreseen what most of everyone would have not expected to happen.
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