Kyla Marks hails all the way from the “Pacific NW,” Seattle, WA. She is the cherished daughter of Ret. 1st Sgt. Don & Trinity Chandler. She is a distinguished dental scholar, community advocate, and student leader at Meharry Medical College (MMC), where she is completing her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree as a fourth-year dental student. She is widely recognized for her academic excellence, campus involvement, commitment to service, and extraordinary success in securing educational funding—earning over $750,000 in scholarships across eight years, allowing her to pursue her undergraduate and dental education completely debt-free. In April 2025, she was…
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CHICAGO — The Obama Foundation today announced that Museum tickets will go on sale for Founding Members starting April 21st, with ticket sales for the general public beginning May 6th. Illinois residents will be able to visit the Museum for free on Tuesdays, with those timed-entry tickets for residents starting June 23rd. The vast majority of the Center’s campus is free and will open to the public on June 19th. This includes a playground, a branch of the Chicago Public Library, gardens, walking trails, 28 newly commissioned artworks, panoramic views of the surrounding South Side neighborhood and Lake Michigan from the Sky…
NASHVILLE — State Representative Aftyn Behn (D-Nashville) is calling for immediate accountability from Oracle Corporation after the tech giant laid off up to 30,000 employees globally on March 31 — including Tennessee workers — just five days after announcing it was “scaling up” its Nashville presence. In 2021, Tennessee approved $65 million in FastTrack grants to Oracle in exchange for a commitment to create 5,989 net new jobs with an average salary of $114,000. Oracle’s most recent performance report shows that as of December 31, 2024, the company had created just 637 — barely ten percent of what it promised. Oracle…
Steven Earl BensonJanuary 1, 1956 – March 26, 2026 Steven Earl Benson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and key contributor to The Tennessee Tribune family, passed away last weekend at the age of 70. Steve was born and raised in Indianapolis, IN. His life was marked by dedication, laughter, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to community journalism. Born January 1, 1956, to the late Paul G. Benson and Dorothy Benson nèe Lynem, Steven was the third of four sons. From an early age, he showed determination and drive. He attended IPS 24 for elementary school, IPS 17 for junior…
NASHVILLE, TN — On March 23, a giant figure in American history was honored. Robert Churchwell Sr., who became the first Black journalist to write full time for a daily Southern newspaper in 1950, will be forever enshrined with a historic marker in front of the Metro Nashville Public Schools institution named after him — Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary School. The ceremony was especially moving, as four of the five children of Mr. Churchwell Sr. and his beloved wife Elizabeth were present, speaking of the love and pride they have for their father and his legacy. Legacy was a…
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The premier South Franklin destination for restaurant and retail, Berry Farms, is welcoming a new way to approach wellness. Heights Wellness Retreat is on track to open July 2026 in the district’s Town Center. With locations throughout the country, Heights Wellness Retreat, formerly Massage Heights, delivers a modern, membership-based approach to wellness designed to support how people live, recover and perform. Backed by more than two decades of experience in therapeutic massage and skincare, the brand has evolved to include advanced wellness technologies that promote consistency, recovery and overall well-being. Services at the new 2,575 sq. ft. storefront…
NASHVILLE, Tenn., – Monica Smiley, CEO and publisher of Enterprising Women magazine, announced that Sharon W. Reynolds, CEO of DevMar Manufacturing, has been inducted into the Enterprising Women Hall of Fame. The honor is dedicated to women entrepreneurs and business leaders who have achieved remarkable success in business and have given back to their communities in significant ways over their lifetime. Smiley bestowed the accolade before hundreds of women business leaders at the 24th Annual Enterprising Women of the Year Awards Celebration & Conference, March 8-10, 2026, in New Orleans. “Sharon is truly an embodiment of the characteristics of an…
NASHVILLE, TN — WeGo Public Transit is building a new Donelson Transit Center that will bring increased bus service and new connections to the area and for WeGo Star riders, including more frequent trips on Route 6 Lebanon Pike. The service expansion is made possible by Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s Choose How You Move program, which will fund 12 future transit centers. WeGo will be discussing the initial plans for the project at two informational public meetings on March 30 from 6 to 7 p.m. and March 31 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., both at the Nashville Public Library…
Nashville, TN — In a city known for music, medicine, and momentum, another powerful movement is shaping the future — one young woman at a time. The Nashville Young Enterprising Women (YEW) Mentoring Forum, now entering its seventh year, continues to transform the trajectory of high school girls across the city. Sponsored by global investment management firm AllianceBernstein and chaired by Sharon W. Reynolds, CEO of DevMar Manufacturing and a successful serial entrepreneur and Nashville native, the forum has become one of the most impactful youth leadership initiatives in the region. This year’s results speak volumes. Three students representing three…
HENDERSONVILLE, TN — The Hendersonville Area (TN) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, an organization dedicated to transformational service, proudly announces its 50th anniversary year during Women’s History Month. Themed “A Golden Celebration: Honoring 50 Years of Our Friendship, Our Journey, Our Legacy,” the chapter will host an exciting lineup of special events, service initiatives, social media campaigns, and fundraising efforts to commemorate this historic milestone. In August, a special celebration will be held, in which the chapter will highlight its service impact and recognize several local organizations and partners. Further, its anniversary service initiative will be unveiled, which aligns with…