By Dan Harralson The University of Tennessee unveiled new and permanent tributes to four trailblazers from throughout the storied history of Tennessee football as a kickoff to Neyland Stadium’s year-long centennial celebration. Tennessee proudly led the way in providing opportunities for Black student-athletes to excel on the Southeastern Conference gridiron. Beginning in the 1960s, Tennessee’s progressive posture on racial equity led to legendary Volunteers recording several history-making firsts. On Thursday, Sept. 2, larger-than-life bronze statues commemorating Lester McClain, Jackie Walker, Condredge Holloway and Tee Martin were unveiled in the plaza outside Gate 21 at Neyland Stadium. In the first weeks…
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By Emmanuel Freeman NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Ernest “Rip” Patton, a former TSU student and member of the 1960s Nashville Freedom Riders, passed on August 23. The University is remembering Patton as a stalwart of the civil rights movement who dedicated his life to fighting for equality and justice for people of color. Patton was buried Friday in Nashville after homegoing celebrations at Gordon Memorial United Methodist Church. He was 81. TSU President Glenda Glover said Patton was unyielding and showed remarkable courage in risking imprisonment, injury and even death to ensure that blacks were treated fairly. …
Why Wait? The new 2022 Mini Cooper S 2-Door is here! Go ahead and take the Mini Hardtop for a spin. It boasts the latest in automobile technology that’s paired with both redesigned interior and exterior accents that highlight its individuality. And now, you can satisfy that inner drive to boldly accelerate through the gears with an optional manual transmission, if preferred. The engineers have reenergized this classic down to even the smallest detail. From new wheels to redesigned front and back grilles, and standard LED Headlights and Union Jack Taillights to air curtains that give you a more aerodynamic…
By Tribune Staff The all-new 2022 Kia Carnival Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) Carnival SX Prestige arrives with a new name and is the first vehicle to be sold in the U.S. with Kia’s new logo proudly displayed on its sculpted hood. This new Kia Carnival features a bold and boxy appearance, that’s also found on the brand’s highly successful line of rugged utility vehicles – Telluride, Sorento, and Seltos. Inside, this Kia can seat up to eight, thanks to its three-rows plus, there’s a ‘child minding seat.’ The MPV delivers a premium level of refinement, savvy technology, and flexibility. And this…
Got a long distance over the road trip to make or a lot of stuff to haul? The new 2021 GMC Yukon 4WD AT4 has you covered. The AT4 trim level is new for the latest fifth-generation 2021 GMC Yukon. There’s padding the SUV’s off-roading prowess with a unique front fascia, underbody skid plate protection, 20-inch wheels wrapped in Goodyear all-terrain tires, a two-speed transfer case, and electronic aides like Hill Descent Control and the Traction Select System. The Next Generation Yukon has a lot to love, including an even more spacious cabin. It’s one of the largest vehicles in…
The all- new 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport is a comfortable vehicle that has a modern interior and a sporty exterior design. An ongoing question that’s often asked is: Why does a Subaru lasts so long? The answer is because of its engineering. The SUBARU BOXER® engine’s horizontal design offers better balance than other engine types and creates less vibration, which can lead to less wear and tear. It’s one of the reasons why 99% of Subaru Crosstrek vehicles sold in the last 5 years are still on the road today. The Crosstrek is designed to heighten all-around awareness. Subaru EyeSight®…
Whether you’ve got some traveling to do, or some towing to go, the new Ford F-150 pickup This Ford F-150® SuperCrew® 4×4 can get the job done. In the towing department, it’s a ‘beastmeister.’ It can tow a Best-in-Class 14,000 lbs. across town or cross-country. The state-of-the-art towing features combines the science of Ford towing technology with the renowned Built Ford Tough® engineering to deliver massive capability. And with the recent flooding throughout Tennessee, this is the type of truck that can help get tough jobs done. The F-150® pickup has long offered the 360-Degree Camera to help make towing…
By Ms. June NASHVILLE, TN — The Tennessee Tribune is included in the Nashville International Airport (BNA) renovated concession space for shops, restaurants, service outlets and common use areas for seating and entertainment. The first of two Tennessee Tribune retail stores will open in the Fall of 2021 with over 1800 square feet located in the Southwest airlines hub between terminals C and D. Mrs. Rosetta Miller-Perry, Founder and Publisher/CEO of The Tennessee Tribune says “I am honored to be part of this magnificent transformation that allows passengers to experience Nashville as a great southern multiculturalism destination, showcasing more…
When you purchase a 2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line, it’s a vehicle that’s filled with premium design. It’s sportier, grander than previous editions. But it still retains the classiness of its timely 2.0 design. New for this year, is the dominant new front grille, dynamic headlamps, tail lamps, and a coupe-like roofline. This latest Elantra has plenty of hi-tech connectivity. It comes equipped with Blue Link, so drivers can experience the joy and convenience of connected driving. Remote engine start/stop, push maps by call center and tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), there are 34 Blue Link features that are sure…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — While some big festivals such as Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo have either already been held or moved back to adjust for COVID-19, the virus has claimed one big event for a second straight year. There will not be a New Orleans Jazz Fest again in 2021. The official announcement was made Sunday, with the cancellation linked to concerns over the spread of the COVID-19 delta variant. Jazz Fest had previously planned an October move, but said in the announcement that they would now look forward to the spring 2022 dates of April 29 – May…