Author: Tribune Staff

The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited is an impressive electric vehicle that combines sleek styling, outstanding performance, and advanced technology. This car is a major leap forward for Hyundai, and it has a lot to offer for drivers who are looking for an eco-friendly vehicle that doesn’t compromise on style or performance.  Aesthetically speaking, it’s just a visually beautiful vehicle. The sleek curve of the aerodynamic body makes the Ioniq 6 not only gorgeous but also tops in both functionality and efficiency.  The exterior design of the Ioniq 6 Limited is the first attention grabber. Its aerodynamic exterior has those…

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The new 2023 Kia Niro EV is an ideal start for readers who are still considering purchasing an all-electric vehicle. The 2023 Kia Niro EV is an impressive electric vehicle that offers exceptional performance, spaciousness, and efficiency. As a crossover SUV, it has a roomy and comfortable interior that can accommodate up to five passengers, with plenty of room for extra cargo space. With its spacious interior, impressive range, and advanced safety features, Niro offers everything drivers need to make daily commutes or weekend road trips.   Niro has a futuristic interior design. Inside features include dial-type Shift-by-Wire (SBW), with…

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Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-Cheryl Brown, Williamson County GOP’s first black chair, has lost her bid for re-election. A record turnout of more than 600 people showed up at The Factory at Franklin Tuesday to participate in the biennial Republican Party county reorganization convention. Tracy Miller, a longtime Republican Party figure in Tennessee, easily beat incumbent Brown. Miller was elected chairman with a total 415 votes. Brown received 194 votes. While speaking at the event, Brown touted her success as chairman and mocked the “Tennessee Three,” saying “radical liberals in Nashville are using the tragedy we saw happen in our backyard…

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The new 2023 Hyundai Palisade Limited AWD SUV is ranked #1 out of 22 in Midsize SUVs, according to US News.com (https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/rankings/midsize-suvs).   For 2023, Hyundai has added new driver assistance technology, including Remote Smart Parking Assist and Parking Collision Avoidance Assist. There’s also a new second-row side impact airbags, with a total of nine standard airbags; 8-way Ergo Power Drivers Seat; three rows of seating, with a 2nd-row bench seat that has up to 8-passenger seating, and the second-row seating offers wing-out headrests and seat ventilation for extra comfort. Moving back to the front interior area, you will find an instrument panel that’s been…

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Leaked audio from a meeting between Tennessee Republican lawmakers shows infighting between members after the vote to expel two Black Democratic lawmakers but also reveals visceral anger, admitted un-Christian-like behavior, and a belief that party members are at “war” for the soul of the republic. “Please forgive me if my comments do not come off as Christ-like,” Jason Zachary, a Knoxville Republican Lawmaker who reportedly is Southern Baptist and a member at First Baptist Church Concord mega-church in Knoxville where he reportedly serves as a deacon and steward. “I think now more than ever, everyone should realize that Democrats are…

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By Staff Writer Famed artist, Latoya Shaw, born in Sydney, Australia found her art and her voice through loss. Shaw moved to Los Angeles in 2008 as she was accepted to the University of South Carolina BFA Acting Program where she pursued acting until 2019 when she notes that “she lost someone she was very close to.” In this grief, she turned to painting shoes. Over time this evolved into her couture brand, LØVCHLD. Each pair of shoes that she creates is an intimate process with her client. She discusses “their vibe, aesthetic, and what color scheme they would like…

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By Staff Writer Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder that attacks the protective sheath that covers nerve fibers, often causing severe disabilities. According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (nationalmssociety.org), “The exact cause of MS is unknown. The resulting damage to myelin, the protective layer insulating wire-like nerve fibers, disrupts signals to and from the brain. This interruption of communication signals causes unpredictable symptoms such as numbness, tingling, mood changes, memory problems, pain, fatigue, blindness and/or paralysis.” The Tribune spoke with Outreach Coordinator Whitney Neal to find out more about a joint research project between the University of Alabama-Birmingham…

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Can an SUV be considered alongside a racing vehicle? It may be hard to believe but the answer is Yes! The all-new 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor™ has been engineered by Ford Performance to the world’s first Ultra4 Racing-inspired SUV. Whether it’s cruising down I-40 to Memphis or rolling through the high hills of Gatlinburg, the Bronco Raptor can conquer them all. And if you’re even more adventurous, take the Raptor out west to the desert dunes and let it rip!  We all know that NFL great Tom Brady is the G.O.A.T. (greatest of all time). Move over Tom because the…

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WASHINGTON, DC — Dr. Shawn Joseph, Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies and Co-Director of the Urban Superintendent Academy at Howard University, published an article titled, “A Call for Black Superintendents to Document their Experiences Through Authoethnography” in the prestigious Urban Education Journal.  Dr. Joseph shared, “As a former Black superintendent, I understand the importance of Black superintendents telling the accounts of their experiences as superintendents. The job is different for Black superintendents, and the best way to describe their experiences is for Black superintendents to tell their own stories.” The article discusses racism in educational leadership and…

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2023 just might be the year to finally purchase that dream pickup truck. And if that’s the case, consider the new 2023 Maverick Tremor™ that’s of course Built Ford Tough.® The Maverick has durability, versatility, and style with a long list of high tech amenities that’s getting high points from die-hard truck enthusiasts. This vehicle combines the maneuverability of a small SUV, and the functionality of a pickup but roomy enough to seat up to five passengers. Look under the hood to find a 2.5L Atkinson-cycle I-4 engine paired with a 94kW electric motor and combined 191 horsepower – Electronically…

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