In Ancient Rome, to enforce discipline among its military, commanders often would order “decimation,” which was the practice of killing one out of every ten soldiers among the ranks. While international laws prevent such barbaric rituals within modern militaries, the phrase “decimate” lives on as it filtered from the original Latin to modern English where Merriam-Webster defines it as “to kill, destroy, or remove a large percentage…” This past week, Education Secretary Linda McMahon decimated her department by announcing the layoffs of roughly half of its very anxious personnel! The move came as little surprise when considering that Project 2025, the…
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Tanya Davis’ life took a turn down a road of destruction, living a dangerous life on the streets in Detroit, Michigan. Ms. Davis life as an addict: plagued with drug use, prostitution, domestic violence, and homelessness, which led to crime and subsequent jail time. Her daily testimony is “To GOD be the glory”, because in the lion’s den, GOD met her in her cell and began to change her life. In 2003 Ms. Davis relocated to Nashville Tennessee where God began to elevate her in ALL her endeavors. Today, Mrs. Davis is an entrepreneur, author, inspirational speaker, producer, professional beauty…
“Chicago has always been a city of transformation – built by visionaries, strengthened by resilience, and driven by opportunity. Mayor Johnson’s administration is making bold investments to fuel growth, from a historic $1.25 billion bond for economic development to major revitalization efforts. By investing in both people and place, we are building a stronger, more inclusive Chicago where businesses thrive and communities flourish.” – Charles Smith, Vice Chair, World Business Chicago & CEO, CS Insurance Strategies, Inc. “As Chicago’s hometown airline, United is honored to be a part of this city’s rich legacy. From the iconic skyline to the dazzling…
PORTLAND, Ore., March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 8 Seconds Rodeo returns for its third and most electrifying year, expanding to two major cities and celebrating today’s Black cowboys on a national stage. On June 15th in Portland, OR (Veterans Memorial Coliseum), and October 11th in Philadelphia, PA (Liacouras Center), this groundbreaking rodeo will bring together 8,000 fans per event for a night of high-stakes competition, Black culture, and world-class entertainment. This year’s rodeo will feature an intense lineup of events, including Bull Riding, Bareback Bronco Riding, Barrel Racing, and Mutton Bustin’, with top Black rodeo athletes from around the…
NASHVILLE – Two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year and Columbia Nashville artist Luke Combs will be inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 12:30 p.m., the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp announced today. “Luke Combs has made an undeniable impact on country music, capturing the hearts of fans around the world with his powerful voice, heartfelt songwriting, and genuine authenticity,” said Doug Kreulen, Chairman of Music City Inc., the foundation of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. “His journey from playing small venues to selling out stadiums is a testament to his talent,…
New York, NY (March 1, 2024) – Rev. Al Sharpton, the Founder and President of the National Action Network (NAN), issued the following statement following the passing of Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, President of the NAACP New York State Conference. “I’m saddened to hear of the passing of my true friend, sister and friend for more than 40 years, Hazel Dukes. She was a force of nature for justice and an activist of the highest order. She made a difference, and we will forever be indebted to her. I spoke to her by phone just two days ago. We will…
On Saturday, February 22nd, the Nashville Chapter of Les Gemmes, Incorporated, hosted a transformative workshop for their Lighting the Path for Girls initiative. This event provided our young ladies, affectionately known as ‘Jewels,’ with a memorable weekend of education and enlightenment. Reverend Jeff Obafemi Carr spiritual Teacher, community activist, writer and artist enlightened the Jewels with a compelling overview of Black History and Nashville’s pivotal role in the civil rights movement. As the Jewels explored historical narratives, they also learned vital lessons about self-care. Ms. Sydnei Page Everett Executive Director of the Mother and Daughter Experience delivered an engaging presentation…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The following may be attributed to TEA President Tanya T. Coats, a veteran Knox County educator: “The passage of universal vouchers makes clear that the state wishes to provide maximum flexibility to meet the needs of each individual child; therefore, we look forward to working with the General Assembly to provide public schools with the same freedom to teach children that private schools currently enjoy. Ensuring that all schools receiving taxpayer support are judged on a level playing field should be a top priority for lawmakers, and we trust there will be no double standard with respect…
(New York, NY – February 20, 2025) – As the global community continues to celebrate the legacy of James Baldwin, The Town Hall presented a program devoted to one of the most enduring debates in American and World History during Black History Month. The Town Hall celebrates James Baldwin and the 60th anniversary of the Baldwin/Buckley Cambridge debate with the highly anticipated New York premiere of the chamber opera, THE TONGUE & THE LASH by the creative team of Damien Sneed, composer/conductor and Karen Chilton, librettist, with direction by world-renowned mezzo-soprano, Denyce Graves-Montgomery, who made both her Town Hall and…
A significant milestone has been reached in the commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for students. Southwest Tennessee Community College and LeMoyne-Owen College (LOC) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking the beginning of a transformative partnership. Southwest President Dr. Tracy D. Hall and LOC President Dr. Christopher B. Davis signed the agreement on Jan. 23 during a ceremony on Southwest’s Macon Cove campus. The collaboration between the two colleges is designed to provide students with seamless pathways to higher education and career success. By working together, both institutions aim to create a more integrated and supportive academic environment.…