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JUNE 2019

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JUNE 2019 PUBLISHER

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It's the "Dudes Issue!"

OK, GENTLEMEN! You have waited patiently for your turn. Last month, we brought you our Ladies issue—it is ladies first, after all—and this month, we present our

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Of course, there's Father's Day on June 16 (check out our Favorite Guy Things in the Parting Thoughts section), but there are so many reasons why it's great to be a guy this month. To gather info and words of wisdom this month, we turned to the experts, from your favorite radio pundits to the Mayor of the City of South Fulton. If you are planning a trip to Miami this summer we've got the inside track, and speaking of tracks, there's a guide to some cars with all the bells and whistles!

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FEATURES 16 The Political Powerhouses Cassius Butts and Rashad Richey

20 The Producer Ozzie Areu’s Career Rise Makes Hollywood Endings Seem Unimaginative

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22 The Boss Businessmen A Few of the Finest Gentlemen that South Fulton Has to Offer

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Disney Junior’s “Doc McStuffins” is an imaginative animated series about a 6-year-old girl who communicates with and heals stuffed animals and broken toys out of her backyard playhouse clinic and in the magical McStuffins Toy Hospital.

This exhibit was produced by The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and Disney Junior. Local sponsorship of “Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit” was made possible through sponsorship by Georgia Power Foundation, Inc., Fulton County Board of Commissioners and the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs.

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The Political Powerhouses ARTICLE CURTIS BUNN | PHOTOGRAPHY DELANTE ARMANI

CASSIUS BUTTS AND RASHAD RICHEY

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C a s s i u s B u t t s

F.

CEO Capital Fortitude Business Advisors Chairman, Fort McPherson Local Redevelopment Authority ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

WHAT MAKES SOUTH FULTON A VIABLE

Appointed in 2018 by Georgia Governor

PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK?

Nathan Deal as chairman to the McPherson

South Fulton is comprised of some of the

Implementing Local Redevelopment Authority;

most accomplished families in Georgia. It is

served as executive in residence at the Robinson

one of few places in metropolitan Atlanta that

College of Business within Georgia State

has large amounts of space that is attractive

University;

Barack

for large, mid-size and small businesses. Its

Obama in 2011 as Regional Administrator for the

proximity to the world’s busiest airport also

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

makes it a gem for all communities, busi-

appointed

by

President

nesses and government.

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WHAT LESSONS HAVE YOU LEARNED ALONG THE WAY? In this order: Follow your passion in all that you do; build relationships before you need them; tomorrow is not promised; and today is a gift, live the rest of your life without regrets.

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SOUTH FULTON POWER PLAYERS

(CON TI N UED)

Dr.Rashad Richey R a dio Per s on a l i t y, 1 3 8 0 WA OK ; S o ci a l /Po l i t ic a l A n a ly s t for V-1 0 3 WHAT LESSONS HAVE YOU LEARNED

WHAT MAKES SOUTH FULTON A VIABLE

ALONG THE WAY?

PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK?

I teach all of my college students (at Beulah

South Fulton has a remarkable mix of live, work

and Clark Atlanta University) a basic dynamic:

and play elements. From eateries to the nightlife and

Be your authentic self. No one can beat you at

even the emerging housing developments and every-

being you! It is this realization that helped me

thing in between, it’s difficult to find any region in the

to become the media juggernaut. Additionally, I

Metro comparable with this much untapped promise

was in and out of foster homes as a kid but have

and thriving business success. This is precisely why

a very strong relationship with my dad today.

I chose to hold my annual birthday party, which is

He’s a remarkable man who had struggles

always a well-attended event, in South Fulton.

in his past like many of us. I am an advocate for foster children and at-risk youth through

NAMED THE 2018 BEST TALK SHOW RADIO

mentorship and guidance. I care deeply about

PERSONALITY BY THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-

creating pathways for others to experience

CONSTITUTION, THE FIRST AFRICAN-

their full potential in life, including my 15-year-

AMERICAN SO HONORED. HOW DO YOU

old daughter, Sabrina, the love of my life. She’s

VALUE YOUR ROLE IN THE MEDIA?

brilliant with a giving heart.

I see media as a place where you have an opportunity to do more than tell the true story; you get to tell the right story.

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words to live by Be your authentic self. No one can beat you at being you!

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SOUTH FULTON POWER PLAYERS

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The Producer OZZIE AREU’S CAREER RISE MAKES HOLLYWOOD ENDINGS SEEM UNIMAGINATIVE ARTICLE CURTIS BUNN | PHOTOGRAPHY DELANTE ARMANI

O z z i e A r e u

I PRAYED ON IT AND SAID, ‘GOD, IF I DON’T DO THIS NOW, THEN WHEN? IF IT’S NOT ME, THEN WHO?’ I’M A BIG BELIEVER AND SAID THIS WAS AN OPPORTUNITY TO DO SOMETHING SPECIAL. -OZZIE AREU

O w n er , A r eu Br o t h er s S t ud io Ozzie Areu's start in the film industry

This is a far cry from the young man

studios, Ozzie Areu made the gut-wrench-

had nothing to do with movies; he was

who guarded the gate and then, at 22,

ing decision to leave Tyler Perry Studios

a security guard at the gate of Warner

worked security the first year of the hit

to build his project.Perry hugged Areu in

Bros. Studios, a summer job as he waited

television series “Friends.” He went

support, and in December, with the aid of

to enter the police academy.

on to serve as assistant to Jennifer

visionary investors, Areu purchased for

Twenty-five years later, the Cuban-

Aniston and Brad Pitt and later for

$18.5 million the almost 60 acre TV and

American reigns as owner of the Areu

Ellen DeGeneres. In 2006, he began as

movie studios, formerly owned by Tyler

Bros. Studios in Southwest Atlanta with

Perry’s assistant.

Perry. It made sense to Areu to build a

an unprecedented progressive vision of

A year later, Perry called Areu into

building an “entertainment hub” via “an

his office. “He told me to stand up,” he

Effervescent and authentic, Ozzie

ecosystem” that produces films and televi-

recalled. “He said, ‘I want everyone to

Areu learned from Perry along the way.

sion shows that focus on Latinos, women,

congratulate Ozzie. He’s the president of

“I could have made the wrong deal (in

African-Americans and other minorities.

the company.’”

purchasing the studio). I had to stick to

As part of his grand design, Areu Bros.

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Everyone,

especially

Areu,

legacy there, as Perry had.

was

my guns and believe in myself, people

Studios will generate relevant content

stunned. But he had shown an unrelent-

around me and God, and not make a bad

that offers rare insight into how a studio

ing work ethic and admirable character.

deal out of desperation,” he said. “Tyler

operates; provide an incubator so local

“(Perry) said, ‘I know you don’t have all

was a boss at making deals that made

students can learn the industry in various

these skills yet, but you will learn what

sense for him. He could walk away from

facets; and, with legend Gloria Estefan

you need to know.’ I love the man.”

deals when he didn’t feel they were right.

as a partner, cultivate young musical tal-

For 13 years, Areu was “a sponge,”

ent through a record label that will have

learning from Perry with his brother Willie

Areu made the right one, and now, for

a strong focus on content development

Areu second in charge and brother Mario

legions of minorities, “We can inspire (and)

and a distribution component.

on board as well. After Perry relocated his

create hope,” he said.

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SOUTH FULTON POWER PLAYERS

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B i l l E d w a r d s M ay o r o f t h e C i t y o f S o u t h Fu lt o n As the first Mayor elected to serve the new City of South Fulton, Mayor William “Bill” Edwards has worked closely with his outstanding Council to make the City of South Fulton the place “Where

The Boss Businessmen A FEW OF THE FINEST GENTLEMEN THAT SOUTH FULTON HAS TO OFFER

You Want to Be!” Mayor Edwards, a proud Morehouse man, has a long history of service to the community.

Edward began his tenure in public service as a Fulton County Commissioner where he faithfully served for 14 years.

Edwards loves the arts and he loves music, particularly “Old School” songs. He enjoys, Blues, Jazz and R&B. It is not unusual to find him cutting a rug and dancing at events when he hears a song he really likes.

Edwards also enjoys traveling, but most of all he loves spending quality time with his grandchildren. It’s not uncommon to see Mayor Edwards at his grandchildren’s track meets, piano recitals, football games and other extracurricular activities. He is truly a family man.

ARTICLE CURTIS BUNN | PHOTOGRAPHY DELANTE ARMANI

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C ly d e K .

M i t c h e l l E a s t Poin t Pl a n n in g a n d Zonin g Co m mis s ion er WHAT LESSONS HAVE YOU

by the way!) and other positions that

LEARNED ALONG THE WAY?

have allowed me to help people.

It says in The Bible, “To whom much is given, much is also required,” and it is

WHAT MAKES SOUTH FULTON A

a standard by which I have lived my life

VIABLE PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK?

of public service. We must be commit-

Over the past 48 years, South Fulton

ted to helping others. I have espoused

has raised me to be an active voice for

these ideals as a City Councilman in

change and growth. I learned from three

South Fulton as a Business & Industrial

terms as Mayor Pro Tempore of East

Development Authority Member, PTA

Point and other posts that this city is rich

President, Little League Baseball coach

with caring people and success stories

(who won a World Series Championship

that too often are untold.

words to live by “To whom much is given, much is also required.”

CONTINUED >

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SOUTH FULTON POWER PLAYERS

(CON TI N UED)

T r a v i s D . H u g h e s Foun der & Br ok er In Ch a r ge , Hug h es In v es t m en t Pa r t n er s

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WHAT LESSONS HAVE YOU

WHAT MAKES SOUTH FULTON A

LEARNED ALONG THE WAY?

VIABLE PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK?

Life is a labyrinth. There is a singu-

It is easy to define South Fulton by

lar starting point and an end goal. In

Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, but the region

between are a series of twists, turns and

also has beautiful golf courses, vibrant jazz

dead ends. The more flexible and cre-

clubs, lakes for water skiing, light rail, thriv-

ative you are, the more likely you are to

ing industrial corridors, interstate highway

reach your goal. Stay elusive and always

connectivity and a rich history that is culti-

have one or two alternative routes to

vated by its citizens, business owners and

your destination. The more options you

community leaders. Despite all of this, it is

have, the less control individuals and

impossible to drive through the area and not

circumstance will have on your life.

have a palpable sense that more is coming.

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CITY OF SOUTH FULTON CITY COUNCIL

Mayor William “Bill” Edwards

Dist. 1 Councilwoman Catherine Rowell

Dist. 2 Councilwoman Carmalitha Gumbs

Dist. 3 Councilwoman Helen Willis

Dist. 4 Councilwoman Naeema Gilyard

Dist. 5 Councilwoman Rosie Jackson

Dist. 6 Councilman khalid kamua

Dist. 7 Councilman Mark Baker

The City of South Fulton invites you to attend the 2019 Inaugural State of the City Address on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. The Address will take place at the Southwest Arts Center located at 915 New Hope Road, SW, Atlanta, GA 30331.

Come and learn about the progress made within your City over the last two years of its incorporation and the City’s upcoming priorities. The City of South Fulton is “Moving Forward,” understanding that you - the residents - are our top priority! We have successfully transitioned and assumed key city services as well as established our Economic Development arm – Destination South Fulton. Come learn more about our goals to continue to forge partnerships with the community, businesses and other stakeholders.

Come and learn the State of Our City and discover why the City of South Fulton is Where You Want to Be! City of South Fulton 5440 Fulton Industrial Blvd.

Atlanta, GA 30336 Direct Line: (470) 809.7700 www.cityofsouthfultonga.gov Instagram:@cosfga Twitter:@COSFGA Facebook: @COSFGA17

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with great Japanese cuisine. Of course, my elevated Omakase dining experience was obnoxiously insane. Highest of accolades for this moment—I was riddled with delightful morsels and you will be too.

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Art lovers prepare to stroll the grounds at Eden Roc Miami Beach.

The hotel is filled with color and mediums to inspire and educate.

From lobby to suites, you can feel the artistic influence of the hotel’s partnerships with the Brandt Foundation and Art Angels.

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Is Regenerative Medicine Right for You?

By Pickens A. Patterson III, MD lliance Spine and Pain Centers (ASPC), including the Camp Creek location, is proud to offer regenerative medicine techniques for the treatment of chronic hip, knee, back and neck pain. Regenerative techniques have historically been used when other forms of more conservative treatment are unsuccessful, however with the emergence of new techniques and protocols, it is now becoming a first line of treatment.

Regenerative medicine is an emerging field focusing on using cells and substances from your own body to heal damaged tissues.

It encompasses the now common term “stem cell.” Stem cells are usually derived from a patient’s bone marrow or fat cells, and use the healing substances found within those cells to regenerate damaged tissues. For example, when stem cells are injected into a severely painful, cartilage-damaged knee, regeneration can occur of some of the damaged tissues leading to pain relief and improved function.

Another common regenerative medicine technique is the injection of plasma rich protein (PRP). This involves removing a patient’s blood, and then removing and concentrating the plasma that naturally includes powerful healing and anti-inflammatory factors. The PRP is then injected into the affected area and stimulates healing, diminishing pain and improving function.

There are other regenerative techniques including, but not limited to, liposomes and A2M, which any of the doctors at Alliance Spine and Pain would be happy to discuss with you.

It is important that you research and trust your doctor before undergoing any regenerative medicine technique, especially since this is currently a non-insurance covered option (ASPC has financing options to fit your budget). As a new field, ensure you and your doctor have realistic expectations and that your treatments are FDA compliant and from a reliable source. The best way to do this is to find a board-certified pain specialist with training in regenerative medicine, and to establish a patient doctor relationship rather than responding to an add promising a miracle with “stem cells.”

Pickens A. Patterson III, MD 3885 Princeton Lakes Way #400, Atlanta

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REALTY REPORT

REALTY REPORT

SOUTH FULTON

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Chattahoochee Hills

$1,149,000

$940,000

81.81%

120

4

4

Chattahoochee Hills

$860,000

$795,000

92.44%

211

4

4

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$769,000

91.66%

94

6

4

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$570,000

95.02%

157

5

6

Serenbe

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$795,000

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211

4

4

Farm

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$575,000

95.63%

21

4

3

Serenbe

$599,000

$575,000

95.63%

344

4

3

Oakland City

$485,000

$460,000

94.85%

42

5

4

Walden Park Estates

$465,419

$451,739

97.06%

101

5

4

Barrington Trace

$450,000

$430,000

95.56%

15

5

4

West End

$444,000

$425,000

95.72%

82

4

3

Westview

$425,000

$400,000

94.12%

15

4

3

Grandview Estates

$424,900

$428,000

100.73%

22

6

4

Information compiled from Georgia Multiple Listing Service from dates of 12/15/2018 through 01/14/2019.

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Alliance Spine and Pain Centers (ASPC) is invested in SoFu™ and believes in the community it serves.

ALLIANCE SPINE AND PAIN CENTERS By bringing cutting edge pain care to the South Fulton area, with an accredited ambulatory surgery center staffed by physicians who have stakes in the community, ASPC wants to help provide the high level of healthcare the community deserves.

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If you are experiencing any level of pain beyond what you would expect from your injury, surgery or even from an unknown cause, ask your physician for a referral to ASPC, or give us a call to see how we can help. Trey Patterson, MD and Zwade Marshall, MD are here for you.

CAMP CREEK MARKETPLACE 3885 Princeton Lakes Way Ste 400 Atlanta, GA 30331 www.spinepains.com 770-929-9033

As the largest pain management practice in the Southeast, we treat patients in one of our 19 state-of-the-art clinics and ambulatory surgery centers located throughout Metro Atlanta, Northwest Georgia and Augusta.

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