On Dec. 14, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Alpha Gamma Omega Chapter, in partnership with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Beta Psi Lambda Chapter, hosted “Iconic Women in Space: Featuring NASA Astronaut Dr. Jeanette Epps.” Held at the Alpha Gamma Omega Chapter Sorority House, the event connected students, ages 11 to18, with the transformative power of STEAM education and mentorship. Dr. Epps, a NASA astronaut and AKA member, delivered the keynote address drawing from her historic 235-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as a SpaceX Crew-8 Mission Specialist. The event also highlighted the chapters’ youth initiatives. AKA’s Youth…
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Dr. Harold W. Jordan transitioned on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Articles have been written about him in many publications, including The Atlantic, The Tennessean, and the Organization of American Historians. During his tenure as the first Black Commissioner of Mental Health for the state of Tennessee, he accomplished the rare feat of ensuring that every single mental health facility in the state was accredited. To honor his accomplishments, state officials named a building for him: The Harold Jordan Habilitation Center. He was also the first Black resident at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. In recent years, Vanderbilt Medical Center has established an…
NASHVILLE – Beginning at 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 31, free rides will be available on WeGo Public Transit bus routes and Access service. Shuttle service will run between Broadway and the Bicentennial Mall starting at 6:15 p.m. A WeGo Star special event train will also be available on New Year’s Eve as a safe ride for those celebrating the new year. WeGo Bus Service WeGo will operate weekday bus service on December 31. Many buses will operate on detours through Downtown but will resume regular routing once out of the downtown area. For service after midnight, passengers should plan to board at the Elizabeth Duff Transit Center at WeGo Central, 400 Dr.…
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A two-time All-American, three-time All-OVC pick, and former NFL standout, Dominique ‘DRC’ Rodgers-Cromartie began his football journey as a cornerback for the TSU Tigers. He was then selected in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals. The two-time Pro Bowler and AFC Champion returned to TSU in 2023 and earned his bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies from the College of Liberal Arts. The Black College Football Hall of Fame, established in 2009, celebrates the legacy of standout players, coaches, and contributors from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Rodgers-Cromartie is one of six inductees in the Class…
There’s nothing like the smell of a real Christmas tree, and for a lot of us, it’s not Christmas without one. In fact, in the US, around 22 million Christmas trees are purchased every year (“Christmas Tree Purchases By The Numbers”). But what do you do with your tree once Christmas is over? Good news, there are many great ways to recycle your tree, keep them off our roadways and prevent them from doing more harm than good. 1. Replant It One of the newest trends is buying a Christmas tree with roots attached. Several Christmas tree farms in Tennessee,…
Henry Anderson Atwater II passed away December 20, 2024. Atwater was a man whose life was a testament to dedication, resilience, and love. Born on October 28, 1943, in Nashville, Tennessee, to Celesta Atwater Franklin and Henry A. Atwater, Henry was the eldest of four siblings. His early years were marked by strong family ties and a relentless determination to achieve excellence. He entered eternal rest on December 20, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and faith. Henry received his early education at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School and Father Ryan High School. He continued his…
National discount retailer Big Lots announced this week it will begin going-out-of-business sales at its remaining stores because the company has not found a buyer to boost it from bankruptcy. The company has not said it is going out of business but stated it is holding the going-out-of-business sales to protect the value of the company. Big Lots was previously in talks with Nexus Capital Management to purchase it, but that deal fell through, the retailer said. The company said it is still pursuing an alternative transaction with Nexus or another party. Six of the 47, Tennessee Big Lots stores…
National-According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cancer is a term used for diseases in which abnormal cells divide without control and can take over other tissues. Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood and lymph systems. Cancer is not just one disease, but many diseases. A person can lower their risk of getting many common kinds of cancer by making healthy choices, keeping a healthy weight, avoiding tobacco, limiting alcohol intake, and protecting their skin. Screening tests can find some cancers early when treatment works best. Vaccines (shots) can help…
National-Donald Trump on Tuesday named Herschel Walker, who unsuccessfully ran for a Georgia Senate seat in 2022, as his pick for U.S. ambassador to the Bahamas. “Herschel has spent decades serving as an Ambassador to our Nation’s youth, our men and women in the Military, and athletes at home and abroad,” Trump wrote on his social media platform TruthSocial. Walker, a Heisman Trophy winner at University of Georgia before playing in the NFL, led a tumultuous Senate campaign two years ago as the Republican nominee in his home state of Georgia, ultimately losing to Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock in a run-off.