NASHVILLE, TN — Tennessee State University, established on Juneteenth in 1912, celebrates 110 years of educating Black students and 2022 Homecoming at the University will be unlike any other, and this year’s celebration will be one of the largest and most extraordinary ever. Highlighting the TSU homecoming activities includes the 2022 grand marshals – Andrella Kenner and the Rev. Dr. Gerald Durley. This year’s theme is “Back in Stride again,” which focuses on individuals with a focus on uplifting the university. Edwina Long-Hefner, 6th first lady and wife of the late James Hefner, former president of Tennessee State will be…
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If you’re in the market for an SUV crossover, consider the new 2023 Mazda CX-50. Th exterior grabs visual attention but the interior is filled with an array of new state-of-the-art technology, combined offers customers an exciting and adventurous driving experience. And this crossover has the room to seat 5 passengers. This latest edition is equipped with standard i-Activ AWD® and Mazda Intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive), the CX-50 is engineered to deliver spirited and engaging performance in nearly any weather, on-road, off road, and even while towing (when equipped). Inside, the cabin there’s a cargo area that’s been thoughtfully engineered…
Nashvillians bid farewell this week to Fay Janet Alexander, a long-time civilian volunteer and devout supporter of the work of her late husband, the Rev. William ‘Bill’ Alexander, pastor for nearly 50 years at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church in historic College Hill near Tennessee State University. Active in the Presbyterian Women’s Guild, Mrs. Alexander was very active in the Nashville PTA while their four children grew in the city’s public schools. She was also a regular volunteer in voter registration campaigns in the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s, and worked Nashville polling places with area friends and neighbors on election days…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — Amanda Warren has an intriguing role in the new CBS series “East New York,” which debuted Sunday. She’s taking charge at a new post in charge of the 74th Precinct — based in the racially diverse working-class neighborhood that gives the series its title — with a clear-eyed understanding of where the NYPD is falling short, and big ideas about how they can do better. She encourages her officers to move into the very projects they patrol, bristles against top-down pressure to prioritize cases involving the already privileged, does away with traffic-ticket quotas in…
There’s a lot to be excited about when it comes to the new 2022 Genesis 2022 Genesis GV70 3.5T AWD Sport Prestige. It’s such a dynamic new SUV. Some of the first elements in the new design to catch your eye, is the bold and large pentagonal Crest Grille, along with the Quad LED Headlights and Taillights, with distinctively athletic body lines. Open the door to find the GV70’s premium soft-touch materials and backlit trims. It’s a level of luxury so rewarding, the Genesis GV70 was named MotorTrend’s 2022 SUV of the Year.® With the new Genesis GV70 3.5T AWD…
The new 2022 Lexus IS line combines daring style, uncompromising engineering. There are new upgrades on both the interior and exterior, which includes a state-of-the art digital instrumentation. With dramatic character lines on the outside—and bold details like accent stitching along the dash and circular air vents reminiscent of jet turbines inside, the IS has an aggressive but fun look to it. the IS 350 features a host of visual and performance cues that immediately set it apart, including a unique front bumper with functional aerodynamic enhancements, rear bumper, grille surround, rear lip spoiler, rocker molding and more…they are also…
The all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road edition’s been totally re-engineered with all new capabilities, and advanced interior comfort features that offer uncompromising power. Tundra’s all-new i-FORCE Twin-Turbo V6 engine delivers up to 389 horsepower and 479 lb.-ft. of torque. And its all-new 10-speed automatic transmission helps you harness more power when climbing a muddy hill, towing a trailer, or cruising on the freeway. The new powertrain, frame and suspension work together to give Tundra an available max towing capacity of up to 12,000 lbs. More new amenities include a fully boxed steel frame, multi-link rear suspension, and high-strength steel…
The new 2022 Audi Q3 Premium Plus S Line is an SUV that’s practical for almost everyone in a family. It combines everything you love and expect from an SUV with plenty of things that you would never expect from a model of this caliber. Drivers will be pleasantly surprised to see that this is not your average SUV from the Audi Q3 S Line Premium. Once you get behind the wheel. It can reach up to 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Plus, it has available quattro® AWD, providing you with even more traction on the roads. It…
The first Genesis G70 was a proven winner among customers and also the auto critics, earning a trophy case of awards and the respect of driving enthusiasts everywhere. So, for the new 2022 G70 3.3t Sport, engineers have made some slight tweaks to make it even better for this generation of drivers. There’s now a bolder Crest Grille, flanked by Quad Headlamps, strengthening the visual cues that connect all Genesis vehicles. A sharp crease runs along the G70’s broad shoulders to the rear, where Quad Taillights clearly reveal an unmistakable design. The engineers tuned the G70’s suspension and steering for…
NASHVILLE, TN — There will be both cast changes and a new place to view the 31st season of “Dancing With The Stars.” After three decades on the ABC network, when the show returns Dept. 19 it will air on the Disney + streaming service. There will be two hosts, Tyra Banks and actor Alphonso Ribero. Disney + has also announced the 16 celebrities who’ll be participating in the new season as well as their partners. The cast includes; Fitness model and actor Joseph Baena with partner Daniella Karagach; Movie star Selma Blair with partner Sasha Farber; Comedian, actor and…