Comedian and syndicated radio show host Tom Joyner encouraged the Meharry Medical College graduates on May 20 to brand themselves as the medical college has branded itself as kind and timeless. “Giving back never goes out of style. Kindness is non-partisan. Philanthropy’s not a fad and neither are HBCUs. With or without universal healthcare, affordable healthcare, Obama care, Trump don’t care, institutions like Meharry grooming medical professions to roll up their sleeves and go where they are needed,” he told the students. He also shared that his great grandfather, Oscar, was a graduate of Meharry in 1909. The school was…
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Louisville, Kentucky, May 24, 2017: On Friday, May 26, both Kentucky Kingdom and Hurricane Bay will begin daily operations. Over the Memorial Day weekend (May 27-29), Kentucky Kingdom will honor members of the military and their families with the special offer of a $15.00 admission ticket, which may be purchased at the park’s front gates upon presentation of a valid military I.D. Up to six tickets may be purchased per I.D. and the holder of the I.D. must be present. Joining Kentucky Kingdom’s line-up of more than 70 rides and attractions this year is a new thrill ride, Eye of…
The 2017 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Inscription is the epitome of modern Scandinavian design. The XC60 combines grace with power. A long hood, muscular wheel arches and short overhangs create a sense of refined strength. As always, Volvo has taken an intelligent approach in its design and power with their vehicles. The XC60 comes with a T8 Twin Engine powertrain, a plug-in hybrid that gives you performance, efficiency and low emissions without compromise. The XC60’s air suspension provides the perfect balance between comfort and handling. Whether it’s potholes or just rough terrain, you get an enjoyable ride whatever the surface plus,…
If you’ve already had a heart attack, you’re at increased risk for another, but with a few smart moves you can reduce that risk. Unfortunately, many heart patients have mistaken ideas about what’s good for them. Mistake 1: Thinking all heart attacks are the same. If your uncle had a heart attack even after a lifetime of eating low-fat foods and jogging every day, you may think changing your own lifestyle is not worth the trouble. Or, your friend the construction worker may have given up his job after a heart attack, so you assume you’ll need to give up…
May 20 Kidsville at the Parthenon | Intersection. Come join us as musicians from Intersection, Nashville’s contemporary classical music ensemble, Intersection, show us how new music can expand our minds and ears; make your own craft inspired by the music.They will also make a craft inspired by the music. Intersection performs every third Saturday at Kidsville. LOCATION: The Parthenon 2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, 11-11:45 am. https://www.conservancyonline.com/calendar May 24 Arts Immersion. 10th Anniversary: Arts Immersion is a summer soirée showcasing Nashville’s creative community through live music, dance, theatre, and interactive art presented by Arts & Business Council of Greater Nashville and the Nashville Bar Association…
Graduates of Tennessee State University agree that he sounds better in person, him being Tom Joyner, nationally syndicated radio host and recipient of a Historically Black College Education himself. Undergraduate graduation commencement occurred Saturday May 6th in Hale stadium on campus. Due to the immense heat at last year’s ceremony and the threat of rain for this years, the commencement started early at 8:00am. With graduation rolling on through the program, many students didn’t have to wait as long as they anticipated to hear the special guest, Tom Joyner, speak some words of wisdom to the class. Focusing his speech…
NASHVILLE, TN — Katreda Norman of Nashville is being honored as one of Tennessee Justice Center’s (TJC) Mothers of the Year for 2017. The award is in recognition of Katreda’s love and courage on behalf of her daughter, Tempestt. TJC, a non-profit law firm serving Tennessee families, has honored Mothers of the Year on Mother’s Day for 17 years. Tempestt is a vibrant 31-year-old. She was born with health needs including intellectual disability and blindness. She is also prone to lymphedema, a collection of fluid in the arms and legs. When Tempestt was around six years old, her family realized…
By Peter White NASHVILLE, TN — Minority House Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Michael Curb, a record producer and philanthropist, spoke May 1 at the Fisk University graduation ceremony in the Temple Church in Bordeaux. Pelosi and Curb received honorary degrees. “Now you know you have a friend and a classmate in the leader’s office,” Pelosi told the 2017 graduates. The church was packed with faculty, friends, family, and former Fisk graduates with standing room only at the back. Fisk President Frank Sims introduced Pelosi as the first woman to hold the powerful post as Speaker of the House. She…
NASHVILLE, TN — How does Nashville show its love to its public school teachers? It lights up the city red and pink and launches the largest educator discount program in the Southeast! Through its second annual Show Your Love for Teachers campaign, the Nashville Public Education Foundation, joined by the Mayor’s Office and Metro Nashville Public Schools, announced today that more than 140 businesses are now providing discounts as part of this citywide effort to recognize and reward Nashville’s 6,800 public school educators. This marks a sevenfold increase from 2016’s participation. “There is nothing more important to helping our schools…