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TSU Featured in Coca-Cola TV Spot
By Kelli Sharpe NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) – If you’re…
Inmates Become First Class to Receive Degrees From HBCU
By Sarah Best TIPTONVILLE, TN — Six inmates at the Northwest Correctional…
Supreme Court Rejects Chauvin’s Appeal of Floyd Murder Conviction
In an order announced Monday morning, the Supreme Court has declined to…
Politics
The Dixiecrat GOP
By Bobby E. Mills, Ph.D. The Grand Ole Party of Abraham Lincoln evolved into the Ole Dixiecrat Party of the Southern Confederacy. The question of questions is what happened? Sadly, Texas has become the strongest GOP state in the nation. Why is the question of questions? For over 100 years the GOP was not a…
Tennessee
Gov. Lee Names New Judicial Appointments
NASHVILLE, TN — Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced last week two key judicial appointments for state courts. “I am proud to announce the appointment of…
Tennessee Pastors Decry DCS’s Neglect of Children in State Custody and Alleged Cover-Up
Nashville, TN – This week, as the hearing on the proposal to refuse federal funding for public education continues in the Tennessee Legislature, news broke…
TN National Guard Transportation Unit Deploys to U.S.-Mexico Border for Year-long Mission
TULLAHOMA, Tenn. – More than 125 Soldiers from the Tennessee National Guard’s 1175th Transportation Company departed Tennessee Wednesday, October 11, on the first leg of a…
Tennessee Unemployment Remains Near Historic Low
NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s unemployment rate for September 2023 inched up slightly from the state’s all-time low rate of 3.1%. Data from the Department of Labor and…
Judge Says She is Ending Conservatorship Between Former NFL player Michael Oher and Memphis Couple
By Adrian Sainz A Tennessee judge said Friday she is ending a conservatorship agreement between former NFL player Michael Oher and a Memphis couple who took him in when he was…
Rep. Justin Jones Sues Speaker Cameron Sexton Over Expulsion
By Erin McCullough NASHVILLE, TN (WKRN) — Nashville Rep. Justin Jones has sued the Speaker of the Tennessee House of Representatives for “unconstitutional” censorship of…
Tennessee Woman Denied Abortion Running for Office
By Alex Arger Her story describing how Tennessee’s abortion ban traumatized her drew national attention. Now that story is pushing her to run for state…
The Equity Alliance Fights for Justice
By V.S. Santoni Building strength in marginalized communities is the work that The Equity Alliance sets out to do every day. With alliances in Memphis,…
Justice Kirby Elected To Serve As Chief Justice of Tennessee Supreme Court
Nashville – The Tennessee Supreme Court has elected Justice Holly Kirby to be the next Chief Justice of the Court. Justice Kirby was unanimously elected…
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Journeying the Mediterranean on a Viking Cruise
I have been travel writing for well over a decade and must admit I was a skeptic when it came…
Discover a Fairytale Luxury Resort
Escape to a picturesque fairy tale land within minutes outside of Knoxville. The Ancient Lore Village, a magical place, awaits…
Theme Park Weekend in Orlando
Fly cheap from Nashville to Orlando for as low as $40 one way. That is a huge savings which will…
Education
Jackson State Names New President
JACKSON, MS — Higher education officials in Mississippi voted Thursday to name a new president of Jackson State University, the state’s largest historically Black university.…
Basket Drive Provides Families With Thanksgiving Meals
By Angel Higgins NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Tennessee State University student leaders and organizations will make the Thanksgiving holiday one to remember…
TSU’s Season Ends Badly
By Ron Wynn NASHVILLE, TN — What once looked like it might be a special season ended in disappointing fashion Saturday for the Tennessee State…
Meharry Launches New School
NASHVILLE, TN — Meharry Medical College is advancing its work to eliminate global health inequities by establishing the first School of Global Health in the…
Former CNN Anchor Guest Speaker for TSU Fall Commencement
By Kelli Sharpe NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Tennessee State University will hold its fall commencement Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 9 a.m. in…
Entertainment
Talks Underway for Sequel to “The Blackening”
By Ron Wynn NASHVILLE, TN — One way to tell if a film has been successful is when there’s talk…
A Night of Stellar R&B Music
By Janice Malone NASHVILLE, TN — A capacity crowd filled the Schermerhorn Symphony Center to witness a night of amazing…
Auto
2024 Subaru Crosstrek Premium
It’s the holiday season, and if you’re looking for a great ‘big ticket’ gift item for yourself or a loved one, talk it over with Santa, and consider getting a new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Premium. When you’re ready to take on the less-traveled roads, the Crosstrek is up to the challenge. Crosstrek provides 8.7 inches…
2024 Nissan Versa®
The 2024 Nissan Versa® is an excellent choice for those looking for a reliable and affordable car. It’s an exciting new addition to the Nissan lineup that will stylishly take you around Nashville and beyond. This version of Versa is the most tech-advanced vehicle in its class, with the most standard safety technology. The latest…
2023 Hyundai Elantra HEV Limited
The 2023 Hyundai Elantra HEV Limited is a hybrid electric vehicle that offers a blend of style, practicality, and environmental friendliness. It has a really cool and sleek aerodynamic features, with a bold front grille and LED headlights that bring a modern and sophisticated look. Take a look inside to find an interior that’s roomy…
Business
NAREB Holds Black Wealth Tour
BIRMINGHAM, AL — Nearly 1,000 adults and youths attended a Black “Community Wealth Building Day” on Saturday, November 11, sponsored by the National Association of…
Grandma Betty’s Premium Yellow Grits 💛 – Tasty & Healthy
ATLANTA, GA — Grandma Betty’s Premium Yellow Grits💛 is a signature product of Unique Southern Foods, LLC, which launched in February of 2020 and recently became…
Slim & Husky’s Expands into Williamson County
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-In a noteworthy expansion move, a well-loved Nashville-based eatery is set to introduce its hip-hop-inspired artisanal pizzas to Williamson County. The Factory…
Veteran-Owned Businesses Matter
By Rosetta Miller-Perry and Dr. June NASHVILLE, TN — Veteran -owned businesses are continuing to elevate as integral parts of society because of the experience,…
Meet the First Black Woman President of Xbox
by BOTWC Staff Microsoft is entering a new era, recently naming Sarah Bond as the new President of Xbox, AfroTech reports. The role is historic, with Bond…
Religion
Fairfield M.B. Church Celebrates Milestone Anniversary
NASHVILLE, TN — Fairfield Missionary Baptist Church was established in 1883, less than 20 years after slavery was abolished in America. This weekend, the church will hold a glorious celebration to honor this special occasion. “I am so excited about this milestone celebration,” said Pastor Howard E. Jones, Jr., senior pastor of Fairfield. “We are…
Edward (Ed/Carl) Clifton Neal Passes at 92
Edward (Ed/Carl) Clifton Neal was born on May 10, 1931, to Robert C Neal, Sr and Nellie Haney Cooper in Washington D.C. His formative years were spent with his 3 brothers (Robert, James, and Ralph) and 1 sister (Dorothea) on 17th St N.W.in Washington, D.C. His summers were spent in “the country” (Richmond Virgina) with…
Sports
Tough Path for Penn State Coach James Franklin
It’s been nearly a decade now since James Franklin left Vanderbilt to become head coach of the Penn State Nittany…
Titans Road Woes Continue
By Ron Wynn NASHVILLE, TN — The Tennessee Titans set a record Sunday, though it’s not one of distinction. Their…
Washington Signing is Some Good Baseball News
Major League Baseball finally got some good news last week following a postseason marked by criticism from many quarters about…
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Serena Williams, Ruby Bridges to be Inducted Into the National Women’s Hall of Fame
By BOTWCS It’s a monumental moment! Two icons, tennis phenom Serena Williams and civil rights pioneer Ruby Bridges, are set…
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Nashville Fire Department Announces Holiday Events
NASHVILLE, TN — As the holidays approach, the Nashville Fire Department, BLAZE Mentoring Program, and Nashville Fire Hockey Team are…