President-elect Donald Trump has selected Penny Schwinn, the former Tennessee Education Commissioner, to take on the role of Deputy Secretary of Education in his upcoming administration. The decision has raised some eyebrows among staunch conservatives in Tennessee. Trump shared the announcement on Truth Social late Friday night, initially referring to Schwinn as “Peggy” due to a typo, which was corrected by Saturday morning. “Penny has a proven track record of achieving positive outcomes for children and families,” Trump stated. “As a former teacher, she went on to become the founding principal of a charter school, driven by her belief in…
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At the December 2024 Session of the African Methodist Episcopal Church General Board, Wesleyan Impact Partners, based in Austin, Texas, formally presented the International Health Commission with a $100,000 donation. Wesleyan Impact Partners describes its mission as “creating an ecosystem of congregations, clergy, and spiritual entrepreneurs fueled by our impact investors, borrowers, and philanthropists.” According to International Health Commission Director Dr. Ouida Collins, the Commission was contacted on September 28, 2024—four days after she took office—to inquire about AME Church efforts to respond to Hurricanes Helene and Milton. In the wake of the disasters, local AME churches served as distribution…
Nashville, TN— Interdenominational Ministers Fellowship (IMF) invites Nashvillians and tourists to join them in celebrating the life and enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the 40th Annual MLK Day Celebration. This year’s event will take place from January 20, 2025, marking four decades of honoring Dr. King’s leadership in the Civil Rights Movement and Nashville’s role in advancing his vision. This nationally recognized event draws thousands each year and is considered one of the largest MLK Day celebrations in the Southeast. This event is free and open to everyone. Visit https://mlkdaynashville.com for more information. The 2025 theme, “40 Years of Legacy: Marching…
Venita Doggett has been named executive director of MICAH Memphis. Doggett will be transitioning from her role as director of advocacy for the Memphis Education Fund. For the past three years, Doggett has been a driving force behind the work the Memphis Education Fund in education policy and advocacy, making an indelible impact on students, parents, and communities across Tennessee. From securing an updated funding formula to amplifying community voices in the superintendent search, the organization says Doggett’s leadership has been nothing short of transformative. MICAH is an affiliate of the Gamaliel Network organizing and speaking to the community and…
The National Civil Rights Museum invites the public to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday with free museum admission all day on Monday, January 20, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This annual event, themed “A Day of Service and Celebration,” honors Dr. King’s legacy and launches the museum’s yearlong observance of pivotal civil rights milestones under the theme “Community Over Chaos.” The celebration highlights significant anniversaries in civil rights history, including the 60th anniversary of the Selma March and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. King Day Highlights Museum Tours: Visitors can explore the museum’s exhibits from 8:00…
City and State officials, The Clear Blue Company, Urban Campus & Core, Born Again Church, and project/community partners are celebrating the groundbreaking of the Northview Housing Development, a 254-unit, 266,000-square-foot active senior workforce housing complex. With a growing number of 55+ employees in the workforce, this development will provide an affordable housing offering to help this demographic achieve retirement status and symbolizes the growing partnership between the real estate industry and faith-based institutions to provide vitally needed housing offerings across cities. WHEN: Thursday, January 18th, 2025 WHO: Mayor Freddie O’Connell, Mayor of Nashville Ralph M. Perrey, Executive Director, Tennessee Housing…
Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, her office confirmed Tuesday. A spokesperson did not immediately provide a reason for her absence. Barack Obama, the 44th president, is expected at the swearing-in ceremony, according to a statement. “Former President Barack Obama is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies. Former First Lady Michelle Obama will not attend the upcoming inauguration,” the brief statement from the Office of Barack and Michelle Obama said.
WASHINGTON — On Wednesday, January 15 at 8:00 PM, the President will deliver a Farewell Address to the nation from the Oval Office. His speech will be delivered from the Oval Office, a location typically reserved for momentous occasions and major news. The White House did not release additional details about what the president would discuss Biden’s speech will come less than a week before his political rival, President-elect Donald Trump, is inaugurated.
Sam Moore, who with partner Dave Prater helped bring the sound of the church to pop music with a string of call-and-response hits as the high tenor in the famed Stax Records duo Sam & Dave, has died. He was 89. Moore died Friday morning in Coral Gables, Florida, of complications recovering from surgery, his rep Jeremy Westby announced. Called “the greatest of all soul duos” by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which inducted the pair in 1992, Sam & Dave worked with the songwriting/production team of Isaac Hayes and David Porter — and used Booker T & the…
We honor the life and legacy of Mr. Charles Person, who passed away on January 8. As the youngest of the original Freedom Riders, he played a pivotal role in challenging segregation and advancing civil rights. In a powerful interview with reporter Noah Washington, featured on the cover of The Atlanta Voice on September 27, Mr. Person shared his extraordinary journey and the enduring impact of his activism. His courage and commitment to justice will continue to inspire generations to come. May his memory serve as a beacon of hope and resilience in the ongoing fight for equality. The Freedom Riders Training Academy In recent years,…