Roberto Duran (Edgar Ramirez) is considered by most fight experts to be, pound-for-pound, one of the greatest boxers of all time. The intimidating icon earned his nickname “Hands of Stone” by virtue of his prodigious displays of punching power. Born in Panama in 1951, Roberto exhibited promise from the moment he first entered the ring at the age of 8. He turned pro at 16 and assumed the World Lightweight title at Madison Square Garden in 1972 after Ken Buchanan (John Duddy) failed to answer the bell for the 14th round. Roberto went on to knock out over 50 foes…
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Running a household can be stressful, so finding a way to streamline your routine is a must. While you may have short-cuts and tricks already in place, stocking your home with the best supplies and most innovative products will help to make each day even easier. How can you find the best products for your family? “Product of the Year,” the world’s largest consumer-voted award for product innovation backed by the votes of 40,000 consumers, is a great source for learning about great products introduced each year. The list of winners can serve as a helpful guide when navigating store…
MADISON/RIVERGATE, Tenn. — With construction nearing a close, the newest Zaxby’s restaurant in the Madison/Rivergate area is coming soon to 2228 Gallatin Pike N. The fast-casual restaurant is a Southeast favorite for chicken fingers and wings, and licensees Bonnie Ryan and Lee Oliver plan to open the new location later next month. “When deciding to open our third store, we knew that the Madison/Rivergate area would be the perfect fit,” Ryan says. “The residents have been so supportive, and we cannot wait to offer the community this new convenient dining option.” Zaxby’s currently operates in 16 states — Alabama, Arkansas,…
Patrycya King Williams was born and raised in Nashville, TN into an iconic music family. Patrycya began reading music and playing instruments at a young age. Excelling as she always does, she became a section leader by 9th grade and a proud member of Whites Creek High School Band of Distinction and an Aristocrat at Tennessee State University. Patrycya joined a fortune 500 company and used her corporate expertise as a Marketing and Public Relations Manager as a catalyst in build- ing her own company. President and CEO of PK Williams Enterprises, Patrycya is a brand builder, relationship cultivator and…
For Immediate Release — Farm Burger, the 100% grass-fed and locally sourced burger joint, will open its first Nashville location on Thursday, September 1st within Hill Center Sylvan Heights mixed-use development, 4013 Charlotte Avenue at 40th Street. A few miles from downtown, the restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner daily, 11:30am-10pm Sunday-Thursday and 11:30am-11pm Friday-Saturday. Farm Burger was founded in Decatur, Georgia, in 2010 by organic farmer and rancher Jason Mann and restaurateur George Frangos. Farm Burger’s philosophy is rooted in providing guests with the highest quality produce and pasture-raised meats at accessible prices in a family-friendly environment.…
When it comes to class, sophistication, functionality and state-of-the-art technology, the 2016 Cadillac Escalade 4WD Platinum exudes all of the above and then some. The entire vehicle with its refined lines and craftsmanship, continues to carry the long standing fine tradition of the Cadillac luxury brand. The Escalade Platinum combines technological innovation with artistic expression. The Escalade Platinum is visually appealing in the physical sense but the real magic starts inside once you open the door. Your experience begins with the vehicle’s ‘Cut and Sewn Interiors. Just as a tailor custom makes a finely crafted suit, the Escalade’s remarkably elegant…
NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Tennessee State University is doing its part to help area youngsters have a “healthy start” back to school. The university partnered with several organizations on August 13 to sponsor Love’s Healthy Start Festival, an event started by State Rep. Harold Love, Jr. The festival at Hadley Park near TSU was once again a success. TSU President Glenda Glover and Nashville Mayor Megan Barry stopped by to show their support. Love, a TSU graduate said the event is a way for the community to support educational success, physical health and safe communities for Nashville’s children…
NASHVILLE, TN — Tennessee State University was recognized with three hon- ors at the 2016 Historically Black Colleges and Universities’ Digest Awards. The winners were announced at the sixth annual HBCU Awards ceremony on July 15 at the University of District of Columbia. TSU Track and Field Director Chandra Cheeseborough-Guice with 2016 HBCU Digest Award for “Female Coach of the Year.” Those receiving awards were: Dr. Edith Mitchell, “Alumna of the Year”; TSU Track and Field Director Chandra Cheeseborough-Guice, “Female Coach of the Year”; and RaCia Poston, “Female Student of the Year.” There were more than 600 submissions from colleges…
NASHVILLE, Tenn – TORUK – The First Flight is coming to Bridgestone Arena on Aug. 24-28. This particular show is different than any other show Cirque has done in the sense that it is a live immersive multimedia spectacle that brings to the stage the breathtaking world of James Cameron’s AVATAR like you have never seen it before! It’s a prequel, taking place thousands of years before the events seen in the film. There is a creation of new clans, characters, and creatures. Additionally, how they create Pandora in an arena setting. With the use of 40 video projectors, lighting technology…
Jackson, TN 5 August 2016 The new action/drama web-series, Good Luck, is being released August 26th. The fictional show is female led and is about a young, east Tennessee gunrunner who has been working as an arms dealer for the past several years in order to pay off a debt she owed to her boss. The series has been (and will continue to be) shot entirely in Jackson with nearly all TN-based talent. With the project still at very young stages, the trailer for Good Luck has been included in programming for two film festivals. One in Barcelona,…