NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Four years after suffering a life-changing hemorrhagic stroke while delivering a commencement address at Fisk University’s Mini-College, stroke survivor, author, and advocate Sekou Writes returned to the same program that changed his life—not as a patient, but as a teacher. The return marked a powerful full-circle moment during the 4th Annual 409 Day, held July 14 at First Baptist Church Capitol Hill in Nashville. Hosted by Sekou Writes and his fiancée, Fee King, the event brought together community members, survivors, and supporters for an evening centered on resilience, healing, financial empowerment, and turning pain into purpose. The…
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NASHVILLE – WeGo Public Transit and Choose How You Move are expanding the list of programs that qualify for Journey Pass, Nashville’s largest-ever fare-free transit program, opening free rides to more eligible Davidson County residents. The Journey Pass program was made possible by the 2024 passage of the Choose How You Move transportation improvement program. More than 12,500 eligible residents have received Journey Pass so far, taking over 2 million rides. Journey Pass is now accepting twice as many eligibility documents at WeGo’s weekly registration events. The new documents come from the following programs: Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP); Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP); Tennessee Assistance for Needy Families (TANF); TennCare Medicaid; and Women, Infants & Children (WIC)…
Nashville, TN – Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center has announced details surrounding the 2026 Dr. Matthew Walker, Sr. Legacy Breakfast – The Road Ahead: Fueling the Future of Community Health. The breakfast will take place in the evening at The Cal Turner Family Center at Meharry Medical College (1011 21st Avenue North) on August 13 at 6:00pm. The event Visionary Sponsors are HCA Healthcare/TriStar Health, Enchiridion Foundation, Boykin Wealth Management, and Jack and Jill of America Williamson County Area Chapter, with 100% of attendee’s donations strengthening MWCHC programs and services. Artmas L. Worthy, DDS will be awarded the Dr. Matthew Walker, Sr. Legacy Award for his…
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…
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…