It’s German made. It’s affordable. It’s family car — it’s the 2017 Volkswagen Passat 1.8t R-Line. This sedan offers drivers the best of both worlds. It delivers in so many areas. With sleek lines and overall refined styling, the Passat has the design chops to make you rethink what a family car should look like. Of the many amenities that Passat offers, the Hands-free Easy Open trunk is one of the most popular among customers. It’s helpful and it’s fun to use. You don’t need to lift a finger when you want to open the available hands-free Easy Open trunk…
Author: Tribune Staff
The 2017 Lexus GX 460 Premium is a seven-passenger vehicle, that features amenities that offer luxury, practicality, comfort all into one vehicle. From customizable climate controls to second-row captain’s chairs, the GX offers ways to make every seat the best seat. Help keep your cargo safely hidden with the retractable and easily removable cargo-area tonneau cover. A reclining, sliding, 60/40-split second-row seat features a 40/20/40-split seatback to accommodate various kinds of cargo. Personalize your comfort with 10-way power-adjustable driver’s and front passenger’s seats (including lumbar). And for added comfort, every seat has a height-adjustable headrest. This style of seating is standard for the Premium edition.…
NASHVILLE, TN — The tax freeze program was approved by Tennessee voters in a November, 2006 constitutional amendment referendum. The Tax Freeze Act of 2007 permits local governments to implement the program, and Metropolitan Nashville-Davidson County became the first jurisdiction in the state to establish a tax freeze program. Under the program, qualifying homeowners age 65 and older can “freeze” the tax due on their property at the amount for the year they qualify, even if tax rates increase. Applicants must present: Proof of age – birth certificate, Medicare card, driver’s license, passport, etc.; Proof of ownership – current tax…
NASHVILLE, TN — Mount Zion Baptist Church, Nashville’s largest megachurch, is recognizing the 25-year pastoral legacy of its senior pastor, Bishop Joseph W. Walker III, by hosting a free benefit concert Friday, March 31 on behalf of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The concert will feature award-winning gospel artists, Pastor Donnie McClurkin, Pastor Tasha Cobbs and Brian Courtney Wilson, and will include a special offering during which the artists will encourage concert attendees to give to St. Jude to support its pioneering work treating childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The concert is part of Mount Zion’s ongoing commitment to…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Meharry Medical College, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) and Tennessee State University (TSU) Cancer Partnership will host its 16th Annual Cancer Retreat on Saturday, April 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The retreat will be held on the Meharry Medical College campus in the Harold D. West Basic Sciences Building, Room M001. This year’s topic is “Precision Medicine and Health Disparities.” The purpose of the retreat is to inform scientists, students, physicians, nurses and the general public about the latest in cancer research and the community engagement efforts that encourage practices to minimize cancer disparities among…
Nashville, Tenn., March 27, 2017—From high-tech gadgetry to incredible super powers, Adventure Science Center’s next after-hours Way Late Play Date will pit two powerhouses of the comic book world – Marvel Comics and DC Comics – against one another. Every few months, the Science Center opens from 6:30 to 10 p.m. for a night of adults-only science exploration that features an exciting pop culture theme with fun hands-on science activities and demonstrations. Proceeds from the event support Adventure Science Center’s interactive exhibits and hands-on science experiences. Tickets are $35 for not-yet-members, $25 for Adventure Science Center members, and include admission…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today released the following statement after Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul Ryan pulled H.R. 1628, the American Health Care Act of 2017, or “Trumpcare,” from the House floor for a vote: “Due to the intense public outcry, Speaker Paul Ryan and President Donald Trump decided to pull the Trumpcare bill from the House floor today because they did not have the votes to pass it. I would have voted against Trumpcare because it was harmful to the average American and would have resulted in many losing their life earlier than otherwise.…
NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 8, 2017 – The Nashville chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization recently hosted a “Behind the Scenes” event with EO member DSi, Nashville’s premier eDiscovery firm. On Tuesday evening, Feb. 28 at the company’s offices at 500 Church St., the event included a panel discussion, Q&A session and tour of the DSi workspace. Members of the panel discussed how to create a successful culture, the benefits of doing so and several innovative culture programs DSi has created. DSi started focusing strongly on company culture in 2012. Since then, the company has won numerous awards for its culture, including Inc. Magazine’s…
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper (TN-05) released the following statement on the canceled Republican health care vote: “I’m glad the House didn’t pass this bad bill and hurt people who need health care. I think the energy from people back home, including thousands of Tennesseans, made the difference,” Rep. Cooper said. “Obamacare isn’t perfect. But we should work together to fix the law and make it better for everyone. It will take courage and political will from both parties. I hope Congress is up to the task because voters are watching.”