The singer and entrepreneur authored a children’s book inspired by her travels around the continent, with the hope of inspiring and educating children to visit. Kelis is a woman of many talents and her latest one on display is authoring a children’s book. The singer took to Instagram to announce that she wrote a new book titled ‘Seven Wonders of Africa’ that follows the main character, Abel Sabbath Brown, on her adventures around the continent. The singer also announced in the same breath that she started a new company. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DCmgURpC9L2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link “I’m so happy to finally show you something I’ve been working on. I WROTE MY FIRST…
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Black women voters and elected officials poured their hearts and souls — and finances — into campaigning on behalf of Vice President Kamala Harris for president for an emotionally turbulent three and a half months. Now that the 2024 presidential election is over, many are asking how her biggest supporters are faring and dealing with the stress of the process and the result. Generally speaking, politics can cause a form of chronic stress that evokes negative emotions and feelings of distress, said Brett Ford, associate professor of psychology at the University of Toronto. Ford said conversations about race and gender discrimination also…
THE AFRO — “I am incredibly excited to embark on building this program, supported by God, my family, TSU students, alumni, and all those eagerly awaiting this moment,” said Duanté Abercrombie, the head coach of the Tennessee State Tigers ice hockey team, in a press release courtesy of TSU Athletics. “I firmly believe that one day, TSU will be recognized not only as a powerhouse on the ice but also as a program whose student-athletes leave a profound legacy on the world, enriched by the lessons learned at TSU.” Tennessee State University (TSU) continues to break ground on a historic…
South College Nashville will provide free dental services to veterans and active-duty military members on Monday, Nov. 11, from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., in recognition of Veterans Day. The event will be held at the Nashville Campus Public Dental Clinic, located at 616 Marriott Drive on South College’s campus. Up to 50 military members are expected to receive services. Some appointments are still open and can be booked by calling 629-802-322. Walk-ins will be welcomed based on availability. Representative from the Tennessee Titans will be at the clinic to show their support for veterans and surprise patients from 12-1:30 p.m. The…
As part of the Centennial “Telling Our Story” Commemoration on Oct. 24, American Baptist College (ABC) recognized Regina Prude with the inaugural “Centennial Impact Award.” A widely respected grant writer, Prude was the architect of the proposal that led to the college receiving HBCU (Historically Black College/University) status from the U.S. Department of Education in 2013. “This award means so much to me because it recognizes the work I love on behalf of ABC,” said Prude, whose late husband, the Rev. Dr. Floyd Prude Jr., was a graduate of the school. “However, I did not do this for the recognition.…
NASHVILLE—Members of the House Democratic Caucus are mourning the loss of longtime State Representative Tommy Head of Clarksville. Head passed away this weekend. He served 9 terms in the House from 1986 to 1994 and during that time was considered one of the chamber’s most powerful Middle Tennessee-based members. In a statement, House Minority Leader Karen Camper said: “Tennessee lost a great statesman with the passing of former Rep. Tommy Head. During his 18 years of service in the Tennessee House of Representatives, Rep. Head was a solid steward of our state tax dollars through his service as Vice-Chair of…
NASHVILLE—Members of the House Democratic Caucus are mourning the loss of longtime State Representative Tommy Head of Clarksville. Head passed away this weekend. He served 9 terms in the House from 1986 to 1994 and during that time was considered one of the chamber’s most powerful Middle Tennessee-based members. In a statement, House Minority Leader Karen Camper said: “Tennessee lost a great statesman with the passing of former Rep. Tommy Head. During his 18 years of service in the Tennessee House of Representatives, Rep. Head was a solid steward of our state tax dollars through his service as Vice-Chair of…
Editor’s Note: The Tennessee Tribune recently sat down with Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell to discuss several issues of importance to the Black community. Among the topics covered were business development, transportation, Jefferson Street, affordable housing and education. This interview is presented in two parts with Part 1 focusing on Black businesses, Jefferson Street and the Mayor’s Transportation Improvement Plan, currently up for referendum vote this election cycle. TRIBUNE: What are the plans to include Black businesses in the new Tennessee Titans stadium being built? Is there a quota? What are the qualifications? What department will oversee minority business development? MAYOR:…
Raleigh, N.C. – The North Carolina Museum of History is excited to announce the 29th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration, which will take place on Saturda y, Nov. 23, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This highly anticipated event brings together members of all eight state-recognized tribes for a vibrant day of performances, demonstrations, and presentations that showcase the artistic, historical, and cultural contributions of American Indians in North Carolina. This year’s festival will be held at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, a temporary venue change due to ongoing renovations at the Museum of History. The renovations will expand and enhance future…
oday, the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission voted to approve the opening of LEAD Southeast Elementary, a K-5 school that will open in Southeast Nashville in August 2025. The approval of LEAD Southeast Elementary marks an important milestone for LEAD Public Schools. The school will be LEAD’s first elementary school and will create a consistent K-12 pathway for LEAD families by feeding into LEAD Southeast Middle and LEAD Southeast High. “LEAD Southeast Elementary will be a place where every child can unlock their full potential, driven by curiosity, compassion, and a deep commitment to learning,” said Dr. Ricki Gibbs, head of elementary…