NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nashville Soccer Club has signed defensive midfielder Famara Camara in a transfer from Norway’s Ranheim IL through June of 2029 with an option through June of 2030 pending receipt of his International Transfer Certificate (ITC) and P-1 Visa. Camara will occupy an international roster spot. “Famara is a talented midfielder who has the ability to impact games on both sides of the ball,” said Nashville SC President of Soccer Operations and General Manager Mike Jacobs. “He will join a talented midfield corps here in Nashville and complement that group really well.” The 21-year-old has made 40 career appearances for Ranheim IL in Norway’s…
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — State Sen. Charlane Oliver is inviting Tennesseans to participate in a series of community events throughout August aimed at fostering conversation, civic engagement and grassroots organizing. In a message to supporters, Oliver said the events are designed to bring together different communities around issues affecting Tennessee while continuing the work she has championed in the state legislature. Oliver referenced her actions during the Tennessee General Assembly’s May special session, where she sang the Black National Anthem on the Senate floor in protest of legislation she believes would weaken voting rights. Reflecting on that moment, Oliver wrote, “The…
NASHVILLE, TN — Get ready to save! It’s almost time for Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday for back-to-school essentials. This year, the sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 31 and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, August 2. Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday has been in place for two decades. The first annual sales tax holiday happened in 2006. During the holiday weekend, clothing and school supplies priced at $100 or less may be purchased tax-free. Computers priced at $1,500 or less may also be purchased without paying state or local sales tax, saving Tennesseans nearly 10 percent…
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (July 27, 2026) – On Thursday, July 30, the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) will join Murfreesboro Housing Authority (MHA) for the grand opening of Parkside Apartments. The 46-unit development was funded through low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC) awarded by THDA with an equity investment totaling $10.5 million. MHA also received $600,000 through the Tennessee Housing Trust Fund (THTF) competitive grants.
NASHVILLE — Tennessee State University has announced the appointment of Jennifer Bell as Interim Director of Athletics, effective immediately. With more than three decades of service to Tennessee State University Athletics, Bell will provide executive leadership and oversight for all aspects of the University’s intercollegiate athletics program. Bell currently serves as Executive Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Services and Senior Woman Administrator (SWA), where she directs compliance, student-athlete services, and academic support programs. Jennifer Bell joined Tennessee State University Athletics in 1991 as an assistant women’s basketball coach under former Head Coach Teresa Phillips. After 11 years of coaching, she transitioned…
NASHVILLE, TN — Tennessee State University may soon begin the search for a new athletic director after placing Athletic Director Mikki Allen on administrative leave while an internal investigation continues. According to the Nashville Post, TSU President Dwayne Tucker said the university plans to announce an interim athletic director as the investigation moves forward. The investigation follows an open letter sent to Tucker on May 28 by six TSU head coaches expressing no confidence in Allen’s leadership of the athletic department. The Nashville Post reported that the letter raised concerns about inconsistent communication, a lack of operational transparency, uneven allocation…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Katherine Y. Brown (KYB) Leadership Academy is now accepting applications for its next class of scholars, offering young adults an opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills and prepare for future success through a comprehensive leadership development program. Founded by Dr. Katherine Y. Brown, the academy is designed to help participants unlock their leadership potential while equipping them with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to serve their communities and succeed in an increasingly competitive global marketplace. The program is built around the academy’s 4-4-7 leadership model, which includes four core leadership modules, four leadership assessments…
WASHINGTON, DC — The Congressional Black CAUCUS PAC has endorsed Nashville Rep. Vincent Dixie in his race to defeat MAGA Republican Mike Van Epps, in Tennessee’s Seventh Congressional District. “Vincent Dixie understands what is at stake in this moment,” said CBCPAC Chairman Rep. Gregory Meeks. This race is about whether Tennessee voters will have leaders who answer to the people. . Vincent has been a clear and consistent voice for working families, voting rights, and communities too often left out of the halls of power. CBCPAC is proud to stand with him because Tennessee deserves leaders who will defend democracy,…
Nashville, Tenn.-The Rotary Club of Nashville has named Charles Sueing, president and CEO of Sueing Insurance Agency, as president for 2026-2027. Sueing takes the reins July 1, alongside returning and newly appointed officers and directors representing diverse industries and community organizations across Music City. “As a Tennessee native and proud Rotarian, I’m honored to lead this club of passionate business and community leaders who are making a lasting impact on our city and region,” said Sueing. “It is no surprise the Nashville Rotary Club is one of the largest in the world, and I look forward to strengthening that momentum…
Founders removed from leadership as company works through financial challenges NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The founders of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey are no longer leading the company as it works through financial and legal challenges, according to court documents. The filings state that CEO Fawn Weaver and her husband, Keith Weaver, were removed from their leadership roles after a court-appointed receiver took control of the company’s operations. The receiver was assigned to oversee the business and protect the interests of creditors while working to stabilize the company. According to the court documents, the receiver has been selling assets to help address…