Tennessee Democratic Party leaders are accusing Republican lawmakers of attempting to weaken Black political representation and create voter confusion as the General Assembly convenes for an extraordinary session on congressional redistricting. According to the Tennessee Democratic Party, state Democratic leaders planned to hold a press conference at 11 a.m. near Beth Harwell Plaza, adjacent to the Cordell Hull Office Building, as lawmakers returned to Nashville for the special legislative session called by Gov. Bill Lee. Democrats allege the special session is aimed at redrawing Tennessee’s congressional maps in a way that would eliminate Memphis’ majority-Black congressional district. The party also…
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The family of State Rep. G.A. Hardaway Sr. has announced arrangements to honor his life and legacy following his death on April 24 at the age of 71. Hardaway will lie in state at the Tennessee State Capitol on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 600 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Nashville. A celebration of life service will be held Friday, May 1, at Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church, 70 N. Bellevue Blvd. in Memphis. A time for the service has not been announced. “This solemn honor will allow colleagues, constituents, and the public to pay their…
NASHVILLE — The Rotary Club of Nashville has named Kim James, MBA, as its new executive director, the organization announced. James brings more than 18 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, community engagement and program development. She most recently served as CEO of Young Leaders Council, where she focused on developing emerging leaders and strengthening nonprofit organizations across Nashville. During her tenure, James built a reputation for fostering relationships and advancing initiatives aimed at long-term community impact. She was recently recognized as one of the Nashville Business Journal’s Most Admired CEOs. Rotary officials said her background in leadership development and…
Nashville, TN — The Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee (DSAMT) hosted its inaugural Superstar Dance on April 19 at Battle Mountain Farms in College Grove, bringing together individuals with Down syndrome and their families for a day of celebration, connection, and community. The event highlighted DSAMT’s ongoing efforts to support individuals with Down syndrome through advocacy, education, and community programming. Families gathered to celebrate and enjoy an inclusive environment that recognizes and uplifts participants. “This event was so special to our families involved with our organization. We create events like this one to help spread awareness for our kiddos and…
LOMA LINDA, CA — The School of Global Health at Meharry Medical College, in partnership with Loma Linda University Health, launched the Health Assessments and Rapid Transformation (HEART) Initiative in San Bernardino County, California. The five-year initiative aims to reduce cardiovascular disease by building community-based healthy longevity zones – places where individuals can age well with stability, dignity, and access to care – by aligning clinical care, community assets, and policy levers in San Bernardino and other cities with alarming cardiovascular rates. Novartis, an innovative medicines company, is supporting HEART as the lead founding partner. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading…
By J.P. Hoornstra NASHVILLE, TN — Nashville is the lone city in an AFC South market that has not hosted a Super Bowl. That will change in 2030, according to Dan Patrick, who revealed April 20 on his eponymous show that the city’s approval to host the championship game is “signed and ready to go.” In February 2024, crews broke ground on a new Nissan Stadium in Nashville, home of the Tennessee Titans. According to the team’s website, the venue is scheduled to be complete by 2027. The new stadium is is being built on the east side of the…
The Toyota Camry Nightshade is back! For 2026, it returns as one of the boldest expressions of Toyota’s bestselling sedan, offering a darker, sportier personality without changing the Camry’s proven hybrid performance. This special edition trim builds on the SE grade and focuses on style, presence, and attitude — all wrapped in Toyota’s efficient hybrid-only platform. This current Nightshade Edition is defined by its deep Midnight Black Metallic exterior accents, giving the car a stealthy, premium look. Key blacked-out elements include the front grille, air curtains, side canards, mirror caps, door handles, antenna, rear diffuser, and rear spoiler. The Nightshade…
By Ted Drodozki NASHVILLE, TN — Once again, the Jefferson Street Sound Museum, and its founder Lorenzo Washington, proved to be a dynamic axis of the community at the fourth annual Lorenzo Washington Day Gala held April 3 at the Maxwell House Hotel. The audience for the black-tie-and gown affair was a resplendent mix of musicians, visual artists, poets, writers, filmmakers, educators, clergy, activists, politicians, businesspeople, and others celebrating not only Washington and the Museum, but the rich, Black cultural history of Jefferson Street, Nashville, and the nation. It was a very musical celebration, with artists spanning jazz, gospel, modern…
By Adrian Sainz MEMPHIS, TN (AP) — Standing in the spot where the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his final speech at the Mason Temple in Memphis, Church of God in Christ, leaders said recently that a $1.2 million federal grant will be used to modernize the treasured piece of the Civil Rights Movement. Located near the former Lorraine Motel, where King was fatally shot on the evening of April 4, 1968, Mason Temple is the site of King’s stirring sermon known as the “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” address. Fighting an illness, King made the speech as a…