Nashville, TN – Respected Nashville attorney and founding partner of Trauger & Tuke, Byron Trauger, announces the joining of his practice with Wiseman Ashworth Law Group. The firm will rebrand as Wiseman Ashworth Trauger, effective March 1. “Gail [Ashworth], Tom [Wiseman], and Byron are among Tennessee’s most creative, effective, and efficient lawyers,” said William “Bill” C. Koch, Jr. former Tennessee Supreme Court Justice and Dean of the Nashville School of Law. “Gail is a skilled litigator and mediator with a local, state, and national reputation. Tom is widely recognized as one of the state’s best healthcare liability lawyers. Byron’s strong…
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Staff Reports A Nashville man wants to serve philanthropists and corporate responsibility department directors so disenfranchised people can build generational wealth and benefit from American capitalism. “My innovation solves the multi-generation poverty challenge without using taxes or debt,” Wacinque AK BeMende said. And, it costs less than other programs to meet goals set by the federal government to counteract red-lining, he said. BeMende is originally from North Nashville. He served 40 years in the military, starting with the U.S. Marine Corps. He’s been a military reservist. He served a year with AmeriCorps and, closer to home, he’s a member of…
Staff Reports For nearly all his adult life, Davidson County Circuit CourtChief Deputy Clerk Joseph P. Day has been preparing himselffor a promotion that he’s now requesting from Metro-Nashvillevoters. “It’s not something I just decided to do overnight,” Day said ofhis campaign to succeed Circuit Court Clerk Richard Rookerwho’s retiring. Rooker endorses Day so he can “bring his vision,leadership skills and years of experience to this position.” A “Candid Conversation” with Day is set for 12-2 p.m.Saturday, March 5, at Slim + Husky’s, 911 Buchanan St., wherehe may talk about deescalating conflict at the clerk’s counter. “I’ve been called bad…
If you’re a person who prides in forging your own path, maybe it’s time to take the plunge and invest in a BMW. The new 2022 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe will help you find your way, whether it’s in the city or the open roads. The exterior features an aggressive front end with Adaptive LED Headlights, frameless side windows, with a streamlined profile, athletic accents, and a distinctive interior. Plus, the glass hatch fully incorporated into the fastback design. Inside, there’s a distinctive interior for extra passengers. There’s a 40/20/40 split fold-down through-load rear seats provide even more hauling…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — An old favorite is returning to the Belcourt Theatre. Tickets are now on sale for “A Red Carpet Evening” on Sunday, March 27 from 5:30-10 p.m. The event directly supports the Belcourt, and is held to celebrate Hollywood’s biggest night, the annual Oscar Awards. A Red Carpet Evening provides guests with the opportunity to experience the ceremony on the historic theatre’s large screens. It also includes a catered buffet, cocktails and silent auction. “A Red Carpet Evening” is chaired by Amos Gott, Belcourt board member and founder of AmosEvents. All attendees must provide proof…
By Tribune Staff Critical reception was mixed towards “Coming 2 America,’ the sequel to the Eddie Murphy film “Coming to America.” But last Saturday it earned three awards during the ninth annual Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild (IATSE Local 706) Awards. The three were the most earned for any feature film. The awards were presented during a live ceremony at the Beverly Hilton hotel. COVID-19 safety requirements included proof of vaccination and a negative COVID test, while MUAHS Awards masks were distributed to guests. Amazon’s “Coming 2 America” was honored as best contemporary make-up, contemporary hair styling and special…
The all-new 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness is designed to be a drivers’ ultimate road buddy, especially when it comes to highway driving. Underneath the hood, there’s a 2.5-liter DOHC direct-injection aluminum-alloy 16-valve 4-cylinder horizontally opposed SUBARU BOXER® engine with Dual Active Valve Control System (DAVCS). 182 hp @ 5,800 rpm | 176 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm. Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Adaptive Control, Incline Start Assist and 7-speed manual mode with paddle shifters. The Forester Wilderness: Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with enhanced gearing and lower final drive ratio with Adaptive Control, Incline Start Assist and 8-speed manual mode…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — The King of Pop is getting a biopic. The Shadow and Act website confirmed this week that the production has been set at Lionsgate from the late singer’s estate and the producers of “Bohemian Rhapsody.” Lionsgate is teaming with producer Graham King on the film, which is titled, Michael. Lionsgate will distribute the film worldwide. The film is produced by King and the Michael Jackson estate’s co-executors, John Branca and John McClain, the screenplay is from John Logan. The Liongate release says, “the film ‘will give audiences an in-depth portrayal of the complicated man…
The new 2022 Kia Seltos Nightfall Turbo AWD delivers a bold look that’s all its own. This new version features a strong stance, striking available LED lights, and stunning 17” machined-finish alloy wheels are sure to capture some glances. To help complete the exterior look, there’s muscular front bumper and sharp creases pressed into the bodywork, with a wide tiger-nose grill that continues the theme, as does the vehicle’s tapering line to the rear. The Seltos Nightfall Edition trim equips impressive available features, like All-Wheel Drive, a turbocharged 1.6L engine producing 195 lb.-ft. of torque, a 7-Speed Quick-Shift DCT Automatic transmission…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — Veteran comedian, actor and game show host Wayne Brady has joined forces with Freestyle Love Supreme Academy and Speechless Inc. to launch a virtual business and educational training platform built around improv acting techniques. Brady will become chief creative officer of the venture dubbed FLS Plus. Steve Johnston, former president and managing partner of the famed Second City improv group, is on board as an investor and will serve as president. The deal brings together the assets of FLS Academy, an offshoot of the acting troupe behind the Off Broadway hit “Freestyle Love Supreme,”…