NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) has named the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County a 2024 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer. This national program recognizes local governments’ efforts to close the digital divide. Metro Nashville earned the top level of achievement, Visionary Digital Inclusion Trailblazer, which recognizes communities that are leading the way in digital inclusion innovation and have deeply integrated digital inclusion throughout their government. “This recognition as a Visionary Digital Inclusion Trailblazer is a proud moment for Nashville,” Mayor Freddie O’Connell said. “Digital inclusion isn’t just about access to technology, it’s also about empowering our…
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In honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on this day set aside to especially celebrate his life and legacy, Scarritt Bennett invites you to watch this recording of a conversation between Rev. Dr. Bernice A. King, daughter of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and Rev. Dr. Sondrea Tolbert, Executive Director of Scarritt Bennett Center, from April 2, 2024. This conversation is a part of the Belle Harris Bennett Lecture Series, in honor of Scarritt Bennett’s Centennial Celebration, and took place in Wightman Chapel, 67 years after Rev. Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke in Wightman on…
NASHVILLE— Nationally recognized education policy expert Dr. Josh Cowen will address the media with a presentation on vouchers this Wednesday, January 22nd. He will later appear at a town hall meeting with State Senator Heidi Campbell and State Representatives Bob Freeman and Caleb Hemmer. Dr. Cowen is a professor of education policy at Michigan State University and a respected author on topics related to education politics, school choice and culture wars in the United States. His latest book is The Privateers: How Billionaires Created a Culture War and Sold School Vouchers. The book is described as a deep-dive investigation…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 – A radio investigative reporter suing Hamilton County to end what he calls “systemic false arrests” has filed for a temporary restraining order to force Sheriff Austin Garrett to get arrest warrants as the law requires. David Tulis of Eagle Radio Network says Garrett fails to account for the arrest warrant requirement in the Tennessee constitution and a state law that requires an arrest warrant for every alleged misdemeanor that is not a “public offense” or a “breach of the peace threatened.” Tulis is suing the county over his arrest and jailing Nov.…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 9, 2025) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee (BBBSMT) is honoring National Mentoring Month this January with a series of events and initiatives across the region, spotlighting the urgent need for new mentors to support local youth. “The demand for mentors continues to grow,” said Melissa Hudson-Gant, CEO of BBBSMT. “National Mentoring Month is a time to rally our community to make a difference. By volunteering as a Big, supporting our programs or helping spread the word, you can change the trajectory of a young person’s life.” For 55 years, BBBSMT has connected adult volunteers with…
In 2025, the presence of African American head coaches in the NFL shines as a beacon of progress and inspiration. For a league that has long struggled with representation in its leadership ranks, the success of these six talented coaches resonates deeply, not just within the football world but also across the broader African American community. Their achievements highlight resilience, leadership, and the power of representation—qualities that transcend the game and fuel aspirations for future generations. Mike Tomlin – Pittsburgh Steelers Appointed in 2007, Mike Tomlin is the longest-tenured African American head coach in NFL history. Under his leadership, the…
Both Marcus Freeman and James Franklin have already made history. The current coaches of Notre Dame and Penn State respectively, the two will face off Thursday night in one of the two college football playoff semifinal contests at the Orange Bowl. No matter which team wins, that head coach will be the first Black man to coach in a national championship game. If he wins, then he’s made even more history. It’s already been a remarkable year to date for Freeman and Franklin, as both of them at one time faced severe questions about whether they should even remain as…
ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. – Raffle tickets are now on sale for Round 14 of the weekly Whiskey Wednesdays charity raffle series, hosted by Elizabethtown-based nonprofit Give 270. Set to take place each Wednesday from Jan. 8 through March 26, the raffle series features a valuable lineup of 24 weekly prizes hidden behind 24 locker doors. Each ticket gives participants five chances to win each week, as four bonus prizes are also given away, including a Van Winkle Lot “B” 12 year, Luca Mariano Give 270 Pick and two Buffalo Trace Give 270 Picks. In addition, each week of Round 14, the…
Nashville, Tenn. – Joy, love, and laughter filled the Nashville Children’s Theater on December 8 as Dr. Lauren K. Waller—local author, physical therapist, and real estate professional—celebrated the release of her debut children’s book, *Saved by Grace*. The event brought together family, friends, community members, and book lovers to honor Dr. Waller’s achievement and hear the inspiring story behind her work. The theater buzzed with excitement as children giggled while flipping through colorful pages, and adults offered heartfelt congratulations to the author. The venue was transformed into a lively hub of creativity, complete with a reading corner where Dr. Waller…
Opening Doors to Opportunity: Explore Our 2025 Scholarships For more than 40 years, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) has supported talented and deserving students in their pursuit of higher education. The organization recently announced that its 2025 scholarship applications are now open! These scholarships offer nine diverse opportunities for incoming freshmen, current undergraduate students, and master/doctoral candidates to achieve their academic dreams. Scholarships Now Open (since November 25): · Ally Financial Law Scholars · CBC Spouses Performing Arts · CBC Spouses Visual Arts · HBCU NREI · The Tracking Foundation Multi-Year · The Tracking Foundation Scholars · CBCF Reducing the Financial Barrier (need-based) Scholarships Open (since December 9): · CBC…