MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The University of Memphis has closed its Office of Multicultural Affairs and begun winding down diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to comply with a new state law that bans DEI departments and related programs at public institutions. In a campuswide notice this week, President Bill Hardgrave said the university is restructuring — and in some cases eliminating — units and nonacademic services that explicitly focus on DEI. The message also said U of M will remove DEI references from its websites and publications and adjust scholarships that use DEI-related criteria, including donor-supported awards. Daily Helmsman Staff boxed up…
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COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Kilmar Abrego Garcia was released from the Putnam County Jail on Friday and transported back to Maryland, where he will live with family while awaiting trial on federal human-smuggling charges, according to his attorneys and court records. ABC NewsMaryland Matters A federal judge in Maryland has barred immigration agents from immediately taking Abrego Garcia back into custody and required the government to give his lawyers at least 72 hours’ notice before attempting to remove him to a third country. The notice period does not include weekends, effectively pushing any removal attempt into next week. WYPRThe Washington Post…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)–Ta-Tanisha Thomas is an influential travel entrepreneur, ASTA Verified Travel Advisor, Certified Autism Travel Professional (CATP), and Certified Family Travel Advisor (CFTA), celebrated for her visionary leadership and dedication to creating inclusive, memorable travel experiences. After more than 20 years in the healthcare industry, she left corporate America to establish Officially Crowned LLC, the parent company to Officially Crowned Travel, Nashville Flying Dress, Flying Dress Getaways and Royal Journey Apparel where she serves as Creator of Exceptional Experiences. Featured on Channel 5’s SCORE Connect and in major publications including USA Today, The Seattle Times, Travel Market Report,…
NASHVILLE, TN — A disturbing incident involving alleged civil rights violations has emerged at Ascension St. Thomas Midtown, located in Nashville. Media and public relations practitioner Benita Savage, also an investigative journalist affiliated with international radio broadcasting, reports being denied appropriate care and compassion during a recent emergency room visit. Savage was rushed by ambulance to the hospital with a critical blood pressure reading of 200/119. Upon arrival at the Emergency Room, she was assessed by attending physician Dr. Brown, who reviewed her medical history. However, rather than receiving continued medical attention or follow-up evaluation, Savage alleges that she was…
Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell and the Metropolitan Action Commission (MAC) Board of Commissioners have selected Jamekia Bies as the next Executive Director of Metro Action. Ms. Bies brings 20 years of experience in programs that promote the upward social and economic mobility of families, children, and adults. She began her career as a practitioner at a Community Action agency in Western Alabama, providing services such as Head Start, energy assistance, and housing support. “MAC is critical to ensuring more Nashvillians can stay and thrive here, and I look forward to working with Jamekia to do that work,” said Mayor O’Connell.…
Nashville, TN – After six months of rigorous leadership training, personal development, and community service, Robert D. Brown, a rising senior at Father Ryan High School, was named the 1st place overall winner of the 2025 Middle Tennessee Kappa Gentleman’s Academy. The distinguished program is hosted by the Murfreesboro Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Robert is the son of Irving Brown and Dr. Katherine Y. Brown. His achievement marks a continuing family legacy, as his older brother, Irving D. Brown, completed the Gentleman’s Academy in 2019 (Epsilon Class), is now a college graduate, and an active member of Kappa…
NASHVILLE, TN — MMCV, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mehar-ry Medical College (MMC), has announced the appointment of De-Vena Toon as Vice President of Legal and Corporate Strategy. In her new role, Toon will lead legal compliance, business strategy, and help scale the organization’s diverse portfolio of ventures. Toon, a seasoned expert in legal insight and business strategy, brings a wealth of experience in mergers and acquisitions, early-stage financing, and navigating regulated industries. She will collaborate closely with the MMCV Executive Leadership team to structure deals, manage operations, and support the organization’s continued growth. “We’re excited to add De-Vena to…
NASHVILLE – WeGo Public Transit will hold a bus operator hiring event on Saturday, August 23, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 430 Myatt Drive in Madison. As part of Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s Choose How You Move initiative, WeGo needs to hire more bus operators to expand transit service across the region. Applicants can apply and register online to reserve an on-site interview at the event. WeGo offers a unique 11-week paid training program for bus operator applicants who don’t yet have their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). After completing the training, they will be fully prepared for the CDL test…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Fisk University is pleased to welcome Dr. Sekou Franklin – an acclaimed scholar, community advocate and author – as the new Executive Director of the John Lewis Center for Social Justice. Named after late Congressman and Fisk alumnus, the John Lewis Center was established in 2019 with the mission to advance social justice, a vision to which Lewis devoted his life’s work and a pillar of Fisk’s legacy. “Dr. Franklin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in scholarly activism, policy and civil rights to Fisk” says Dr. Agenia W. Clark, President of Fisk University. “He has…
NEW ORLEANS – The Women’s Business Enterprise Council South (WBEC South) announces today the nine finalists for the regional round of the ACCELERATE Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) pitch competition. The following women business owners will compete in a live online pitch competition showcasing their innovative product or service ideas on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. CDT: Kay Baker, Co-Founder & CEO, Green Llama, Johnson City, Tennessee Dr. Natalia Caylor, Founder, Hola Insights, Huntsville, Alabama Ameka Coleman, Founder, Strands of Faith, Pearl, Mississippi Abbi Jones, Founder & CEO, Medpaper, Northport, Alabama Danielle Lombard-Sims, CEO, Talentergy, LLC, Memphis,…