The 2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited has a lot of “newness” going on, other than the “new car smell” brand new vehicles are known for. The engineers and designers working on Elantra made a lot of new upgrades such as greater use of high-strength steel to reduce body flex. In addition, they updated the rear suspension geometry and added insulation to the upper body plus the thicker front door and rear window glass. Front suspension and steering bushings were improved to reduce vibration. What you’ll notice is a serenely smooth yet responsive ride. Elantra is the only vehicle in its class…
Author: Tribune Staff
NASHVILLE, TN — The Tennessee Foster Adoptive Care Association is hosting its 10th Annual Walk Me Home 5K Walk for foster care on Saturday, May 6 at Bicentennial Mall State Park in Nashville. The event brings awareness of the 8,000 Tennessee children in foster care and raises funds for the Walk Me Home Enrichment Fund, which provides grants to children in foster care for extra-curricular activities and special needs and requests. “For children and youth in foster care, healing from neglect and abuse often begins with foster parents engaging the child in an extracurricular activity. Activities build self- esteem, social…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1628, the American Health Care Act of 2017, or “Trumpcare,” by a vote of 217-213: “I voted against Trumpcare today because it is harmful to the average American and will result in people dying because they don’t have access to quality, affordable health insurance,” said Congressman Cohen. “This poorly-thought-out legislation, that has a mere 17% approval rating, allows states to discriminate against patients with pre-existing conditions and to opt out of offering essential health benefits such as maternity care, mental health…
NASHVILLE, TENN. — On Saturday, May 20 at 7pm the Nashville Jazz Workshop is delighted to announce the return of one of Nashville’s true musical treasures – the Beegie Adair Trio! Beegie Adair has been an important part of Nashville’s musical fabric for more than 40 years. She was a sought after studio musician in the late 60’s and early 70’s, and was a session musician working on WSM-TV and the Johnny Cash Show from ’69-’71. She has accompanied many legendary performers in many different genres. Awarded as a 2013 “Jazz Hero” by the Jazz Journalists Association, Beegie is one of the most accomplished…
Now ‘Til May 1 Student Show: Art Imitates Life. Art Imitates Life is an exhibition curated by Fisk University students featuring works by Fisk University students. LOCATION: Fisk University – The Aaron Douglas Gallery. Contact: (615) 329-8685. April 27 Fisk University, the Tennessee Tribune and The Hurd Agency, will present: “FISK & FILM A Scholarship Fundraiser.” There will be an Exclusive viewing of the new documentary film “Tell Them We Are Rising” by award winning documentarian Stanley Nelson at the Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Ave. Nashville. A reception starts at 6:30 pm, Movie at 7:30 pm. Q&A session hosted by NewsChannel 5’s…
MEMPHIS, TN — Kimberly Williams Collins, PhD, MS, has been hired by the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) to serve as counseling psychologist with University Health Services to assist with student and employee mental and behavioral health, and support various programs to enhance the overall campus experience. Most recently assistant director and director of training at the Counseling Center at the University of Memphis, Dr. Williams Collins brings extensive experience in counseling, as well as in supervision of postdoctoral fellows, and in providing crisis support and intervention. Recruited by Ken Brown, JD, MPA, PhD, FACHE, executive vice chancellor…
CLARKSVILLE, TN— Middle Tennessee State University President Sidney A. McPhee and retired Lt. Gen. Keith M. Huber, senior adviser for veterans and leadership initiatives, have experienced many of life’s challenges. They encountered a leap of faith, literally, Tuesday (April 25), as they tandem jumped with members of the Army Golden Knights precision parachute team at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Airport. Along with MTSU sophomore and Sidelines journalist Andrew Wigdor, McPhee and Huber were invited to participate because of MTSU’s commitment to student veterans, the opening of the Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Family Center and a recent expansion…
The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage GT continues to be a smartly designed vehicle that delivers in style, fuel-efficiency, price and practicality. But there have been a few enhancements made that make it even more desirable to own and drive. There’s a new redesigned steering wheel, shift panel and air conditioning panel. Additionally, the front and rear seats get new materials, along with a redesigned hood, grille, front and rear bumper, fog and headlamps, rear spoiler and wheels. The exterior styling features an aerodynamic design that helps improve fuel-efficiency because it helps reduce the weight of the vehicle. In addition to sporty…
The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4WD is equipped for adventure No other SUV in this class gives you the choice of 2WD, 4WD, and Auto Modes. Turn the available All-Mode® 4×4-i dial, located just behind the gearshift, to lock into 4WD on rough terrain and in varying weather. Turn it again to switch into 2WD for better mileage. The intuitive Auto Mode senses slippery roads or rough terrain and automatically adjusts power to each wheel. When things smooth out, it switches back to 2WD. The Pathfinder features not one, not two but 7 Premium seats! Fill those seats up with seven…