James Abbington in a video for Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. (Video screen grab) The ISM community was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. James (Jimmie) Abbington on Saturday, September 27. His loss will be felt profoundly within the academic and musical communities. Dr. Abbington was a visiting professor at the ISM from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology for the last two spring terms where he taught a survey course in Christian Hymnody. He had recently resigned from his position at Candler to take up the Joseph B. Bethea Professor of the Practice of Sacred…
Author: Tribune Staff
NASHVILLE — A report from a citizen in East Tennessee led to the discovery of Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) in Knox County. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) confirmed the SLF detection after inspectors and a TDA detection dog verified 15 adult SLF on a tree of heaven. This marks the first detection of the invasive insect in Knox County. “Citizen reports are essential in stopping the spread of this destructive pest,” Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M., said. “This non-native insect threatens the health and viability of several agricultural businesses in our state. We want your help in watching out for this…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Tennessee State University (TSU) issued a statement after a group was removed from its campus in Nashville Tuesday afternoon. TSU claimed the group was unaffiliated with the university and had not received permission to demonstrate or protest on campus. Today, a group of individuals unaffiliated with Tennessee State University appeared on campus without prior notice. In accordance with university police, any demonstration or protest requires advance approval and permitting. Campus police and staff responded promptly, and the individuals were escorted from university grounds without incident. At all times, TSU students conducted themselves in a professional and…
NASHVILLE, TN — The 2025 Pinnacle of Excellence Awards will be held Friday, September 19, at the Millennium Maxwell House Hotel in the main lower level ballroom. Tickets are $125.00 per person or a table of eight for $1,000.00. The event recognizes its founder, Dr. Joe Turner, and highlights local and national advocates who personify excellence in the areas of education, public service, medical health and wellness, humanities, business, and the Lifetime Achievement Award. The program provides scholarships to students attending college. Dr. Van Newkirk, president of Wilberforce University, is the keynote speaker. President Newkirk has brought resounding changes to…
HENDERSON, Tenn. – Chester County Training School–Vincent High School is among 11 Tennessee properties that will be considered for listing in the National Register of Historic Places at the State Review Board meeting on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. The meeting, hosted by the Tennessee Historical Commission, will be held in person at its Nashville office and virtually. If approved, the nomination will advance to the U.S. Department of the Interior for final review. Built in 1949–1950 in Henderson’s historically African American Lucyville community, Chester County Training School served as the county’s first and only public high school for Black students…
Nashville, Tenn, – The Metropolitan Nashville Sports Authority is proud to announce that GEODIS Park, the home of Nashville SC, has been awarded an International Architecture Award® for 2025 by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. This global recognition honors outstanding architectural design and innovation, highlighting projects that set new international standards in excellence. GEODIS Park, which opened in 2022 as the largest soccer-specific stadium in the United States and Canada, continues to garner acclaim not only as a premier venue for soccer and entertainment but also…
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — President Donald Trump said in his meeting with the Ukrainian president on Monday that he would issue an executive order before the 2026 midterms to end mail-in election ballots. “There’s no reason to set the clock back, simply because Vladimir Putin gave him some political advice,” said Donna Brazile, former head of the Democratic National Committee and former chair of the DNC’s Voting Rights Institute. President Donald Trump said in his meeting with the Ukrainian president on Monday that he would issue an executive order before the 2026 midterms to end mail-in election ballots. Subsequently, the president…
Nashville, TN — [August 18, 2025] — The Davidson County Register of Deeds Office recently opened its doors to the community for an Open House, welcoming neighbors, local leaders, and partners to learn more about the vital services the office provides. The event featured guided tours, interactive discussions with staff, and opportunities for guests to explore how the Register of Deeds Office safeguards property records, preserves historical archives, and embraces new technologies to serve the public more efficiently. A particularly meaningful moment came when the daughter of the late Felix Z. Wilson shared photographs of three generations of the Wilson…