NASHVILLE, TN – The Sylvan Heights Neighborhood Association is thrilled to announce the completion of its mural on the historic CSX railroad underpass on 37th Avenue North. This transformative public art project, funded by an FY24 Metro Arts Thrive Award, brings vibrant imagery to an iconic gateway that has stood as a cornerstone of the community since 1920. The mural, created by Stephen Sloan, owner and creator of Never Xtinct, and his wife and creative partner Alex Sloan, celebrates the unique essence of Sylvan Heights. As a former resident of the neighborhood, Stephen brought a deep connection to this project,…
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CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – The New Gallery at Austin Peay State University and the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA) have announced a new summer studio artist-in-residence program and are accepting submissions through Sunday, Dec. 15. The residency/exhibition aims to bring regional contemporary artists to Clarksville, providing studio space on APSU’s campus, as well as time for experimentation and the creation of new works. Funded by CECA, this new program supports the mission of sponsoring the creation, presentation, study, and research of significant and distinctive works of art within the region. Eligibility: Artists who live within a 300-mile radius…
ATLANTA, GA – The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) Building Black Wealth Tour picked up steam in Atlanta on November 16, as more than 650 people participated in the event at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church. In more than 100 cities, seminars and one-on-one sessions have empowered communities with steps towards homeownership, property investment, starting a business, and other wealth-building opportunities. The Black Wealth Tour brings experts in multiple fields, such as real estate, inheritance, investing, and personal finance, offering counseling, valuable insights, and practical advice to Black communities nationwide. The NAREB Building Black Wealth Tour aims to significantly reduce…
Nashville, TN – Beloved middle school teacher Alex Lute is set to “Flip the Switch” for the 6th Annual iteration of Lute’s Lights at sundown on Saturday, November 30. This year’s event features more than 900 unique blow molds, 30,000 lights and a walk-thru path of “Christmas Legends.” The monthlong Christmas wonderland serves as a fundraiser and community drop spot for winter coats, school uniform clothing and pantry items for local nonprofit UniCycle, which works alongside the MNPS HERO Program, supporting 4,500 students in unstable housing with services from enrollment and transportation assistance to new school shoes, clothing and basic…
Memphis, TN- Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) proudly announces the district’s “Advancing” designation released in the latest federal accountability report from the Tennessee Department of Education. The achievement is an improvement from last year’s “Satisfactory” rating and reflects the progress happening in Tennessee’s largest school system. Here are the areas included to receive the designation: Our Schools Are Making Progress “This recognition proves that the hard work of our teachers, staff, students, and families is paying off,” said Board Member Tamarques Porter. “We’re making progress together, and this is just the beginning of what we can achieve as a community.” Celebrating Excellence…
The Chattanooga Fire Department’s minimum hiring age is now 18, allowing us to recruit a new demographic group. We would like to thank the support of our city leaders after the Chattanooga City Council held a final vote to approve the change today. It will positively impact our overall potential candidate pool, giving us access to a greater number of individuals seeking rewarding careers in the fire service. “This change represents a critical step forward in expanding opportunities for young people in Chattanooga who are eager to serve their community,” said Mayor Tim Kelly. “By lowering the Chattanooga Fire Department’s…
Memphis, Tenn. (TN Tribune) — Glenn Rogers, Sr., who helped integrate the Memphis Tigers in 1968 as the first Black football player at then-Memphis State, was honored today, with an official street name next to the stadium where he played over five decades ago. Located on Hollywood Street between Southern and Union avenues, the newly named Glenn Rogers, Sr. Street brought together University of Memphis and City of Memphis officials for the renaming ceremony. Joining UofM President Bill Hardgrave were Memphis Mayor Paul Young, UofM Athletics Director Ed Scott, Councilman Chase Carlisle and others. Carlisle said the street renaming is the…
It’s “center time” on a windy Thursday morning before lunch at Ross Early Learning Center, and 15 students are spread around a classroom enjoying playful activities at various centers. Two children work together to complete a task on a Hatch interactive table; two more finish decorating Thanksgiving-themed paper plates with fall leaves and turkey cutouts; a couple play with kinetic sand at a sensory table; a couple more manipulate Play-Doh with soft scissors to build up their hand muscles for writing; one reads a book with a teacher on a sofa; and several create an alligator out of wood blocks,…
Dear Santa…. You’ve asked for love every way you can imagine, so why not try a letter to the North Pole? That’s what you want for the holidays: love, intrigue, family, and you’ll find them inside these great Christmas romance books and other novels… When city girl Tia Solanke is faced with a boyfriendless Christmas, she’s understandably sad. In “Only for the Holidays” by Abiola Bello (Soho Teen, $19.99), Tia’s mother thinks a change of atmosphere will help, so she plans a Christmas vacation on a nearby farm where the handsome “country boy” who helps run the place also happens…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune) – The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA), which oversees operations at Nashville International Airport® (BNA®) and John C. Tune Airport®(JWN®), is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachel Johnson to Director of Business Diversity Development. “Rachel Johnson has quickly become an invaluable asset to our team, and we are excited to recognize her contributions with this well-deserved promotion,” said Doug Kreulen, President and CEO of MNAA. “With her leadership, we are confident in our ability to further our commitment to diversity, business diversity opportunities, ensuring that a wide range of businesses have the opportunity to thrive…