Franklin, Tenn.-Rev. Boyce E. Wilkins, Jr. has been named the new pastor of Historic Shorter Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, located at 255 Natchez Street in Franklin, Tennessee. A dynamic leader with a deep commitment to faith and community, Rev. Wilkins brings a wealth of experience and spiritual insight to the cherished congregation at Historic Shorter Chapel which has served as a beacon of hope to its parishioners and the residents of Franklin for over 150 years. Rev. Wilkins, was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Boyce E. Wilkins, Sr. and Marion L. Wilkins. He attended Tennessee…
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Elijah Lawrence, a Murfreesboro, Tenn., first grader, stepped into the spotlight at Sunday’s Titans game against the Minnesota Vikings as the fifth winner of the Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee’s annual Tennessee Titans Kids Captain Contest. During the home game against the Minnesota Vikings, the 7-year-old joined the Titans’ captains at midfield for the pregame coin toss. The opportunity came from the Tennessee Titans Kids Captain Contest, which gives kids between 6 and 12 years old four lower-bowl tickets to the game, a chance to participate in the pregame coin toss, a parking pass, a red Farm…
MEMPHIS, Tenn.—The Memphis Police Department (MPD) has announced the premiere of The Memphis Beat, an exciting new television program created to help enhance community awareness and improve public safety by bringing the public and MPD closer together. The program is hosted by WLOK AM 1340 talk show host Chip Washington and features Memphis Police Department Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis. The show premiered Nov. 16, 11 p.m. CST on WATN ABC24 and will air weekly in the same time slot. Designed to be upbeat and informative, The Memphis Beat is a 30-minute program with five segments: Listen Up, Locked Up, Call…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nashville General Hospital (NGH) earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them. “Our team continues to work tirelessly to provide high-quality care to all Nashvillians,” said Dr. Joseph Webb, NGH chief executive officer. “I’m proud of our team and the work they’ve put in to focus…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-Grammy-winning artist Leon Bridges is visiting Nashville and the National Museum of African American Music. Here’s how fans can connect with his appearance and performances: Record Signing at Grimey’s – Meet Leon Bridges on November 12 and get his latest record signed at Grimey’s Records in East Nashville. check here. Leon at NMAAM + New Pop-Up Exhibit – Leon will be stopping by the National Museum of African American Music later today to celebrate his ongoing connection with the museum. NMAAM is also unveiling a special pop-up exhibit featuring signed Leon Bridges memorabilia, including a signed Gibson Tobacco Burst J45…
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. – LUXlife magazine has awarded Lighthouse on the Lake as “Best Mixed-Use Events Space 2024 – Tennessee” as part of its annual Hospitality Awards recognitions. This award is widely recognized as one of the most popular and prestigious on the LUXlife brand, and it seeks to distinguish and honor those who have surpassed all expectations in delivering unparalleled experiences to guests worldwide. From exceptional service to innovative concepts, the Hospitality Awards spotlights individuals, establishments, and initiatives that have raised the bar and set new standards of distinction in the industry. The winners of this award are true trailblazers…
Republican U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn Wins Reelection in Tennessee NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The polls have only just closed this Election Day, but Tennessee’s U.S. Senate incumbent will return to Washington for another six years. Sen. Marsha Blackburn defeated a challenge from Tennessee State Rep. Gloria Johnson (D-Knoxville) with 65 percent of the vote at the time of this article. Tennessee Election Results: November 5, 2024 Johnson announced her decision to challenge Blackburn for the U.S. Senate race in September 2023. She had floated the possibility of a challenge in July, shortly after narrowly avoiding expulsion from the Tennessee General Assembly,…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-Spruce Street Baptist Church, Nashville’s oldest African American church, observed National Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October by providing information to church members as part of its ongoing health education efforts. Throughout the month, members of Spruce Street Baptist Church, located at 504 Spruce Street, recognized Breast Cancer Awareness and hosted a Pink Sunday, in which all members were encouraged to wear pink – the color designated for breast cancer awareness. Members wore pink, acknowledged and celebrated breast cancer survivors, and engaged in a breast cancer walk during the month. This health initiative was also highlighted each…
HOUSTON, Texas – Kamala Harris received support from one of music’s biggest stars. Beyoncé officially endorsed Kamala Harris for president at a Houston rally last Friday in her hometown of Houston. Beyoncé rarely speaks on politics, but took a firm position that women’s reproductive rights and health care were critical issues this election. “I’m not here as a celebrity; I’m not here as a politician. I’m here as a mother,” she said to the energized crowd. “A mother who cares deeply about the world my children and all of our children live in, a world where we have the freedom…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-After over four decades of dedicated service to the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Rev. Dr. Kenneth H. Hill is retiring from ministry. Most recently serving as Pastor of Shorter Chapel AME Church in Franklin, Tennessee, Rev. Hill has been a pillar of leadership and spiritual guidance within the community. His influence has spanned across various roles, including Pastor, Presiding Elder, and General Officer, while also enriching universities and seminaries nationwide with his teachings. To honor his contributions, a special Retirement Celebration Brunch will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at…