NASHVILLE, TN — A new, recently published book inspired by Pulitzer Prize-winning Roots author Alex Haley is promoting unity and hope at a critical time in America. Finding the Good: Two Men – One Old, One Young – Forever Changed by the Transforming Power of Forgiveness and Love (Thomas Nelson/HarperCollins) presents a powerful story of a black man in the brutal South who rose to the rank of mayor and the young reporter whose life he touched as he learned and then taught the transforming power of forgiveness and love. Haley had planned to write a book about this…
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NASHVILLE, TN — Though the Titans are popular favorites to repeat as AFC South champions, they recognize that there are problems that must be addressed for them to truly be a championship contender. While the defense was often sub-par last season, special teams were also a problem, and in particular the kicking game. The Titans have had erratic kicking for the past two seasons, and this year have two unproven kickers on the roster in Tucker McCann and Blake Maubell. Last Friday they hired former Tennessee kicker James Wilhoit as an assistant to aid the kickers. He kicked for Tennessee…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — One of the most bitter battles involving a legendary artist’s holdings has finally been resolved. The 15-year legal fight over the estate of James Brown has come to an end. According to an Associated Press report, Brown’s family has reached a settlement in the case. David Black, an attorney representing Brown’s estate, told the AP that an agreement was reached on July 9, but details of the settlement were not made public. The Godfather of Soul’s estate, estimated to be worth anywhere from $5 million to more than $100 million, has been embroiled in…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — “Eyes On the Prize” in its original presentation back in the late ‘80s was acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, while also winning multiple industry awards. Now the landmark series is returning to the airwaves with some additional material. The first part of the series debuted on HBO Max Monday. Plus HBO Max will later air a new special, “Eyes on the Prize: Hallowed Ground,” in August from Anonymous Content’s AC Studios and Oscar-nominated filmmaker Sophia Nahli Allison (“A Love Song for Latasha”). The special counts Black Lives Matter co-founder Patrisse Cullors among its…
By Ron Wynn NASHVILLE, TN — One of Octavia Butler’s most acclaimed novels that’s being adapted for television now has both a director and lead star. The announcement of Janicza Bravo as director and Mallori Johnson as the main star was made Monday by FX in multiple entertainment productions. The original greenlight announcement came in March. Bravo has prevously directed the project “Zola.” This is Johnson’s first major role according to the website Deadline. She portrays Dana, a writer who gains the ability to time travel back to the 19th century, where her slaveowning and enslaved ancestors reside. Kindred is…
By Staff Reports NASHVILLE, TN — “We want to have a conversation and develop strategies to positive impact Criminal Justice Reform.” Those were the words of Pastor Howard Jones at a rally to give voice to the cause of criminal justice reform. The rally, held Sunday, July 11, 2021 at 2:33 p.m. CDT, at the Justice A.A. Birch Building, in downtown Nashville, brought together community supporters, members of Pounding4Change and relatives of those whose loved ones were victims of long-term sentencing because they had limited financial means, not because of the crime. This movement, has been active for quite some…
By Staff Reports NASHVILLE, TN — “We want to have a conversation and develop strategies to positive impact Criminal Justice Reform.” Those were the words of Pastor Howard Jones at a rally to give voice to the cause of criminal justice reform. The rally, held Sunday, July 11, 2021 at 2:33 p.m. CDT, at the Justice A.A. Birch Building, in downtown Nashville, brought together community supporters, members of Pounding4Change and relatives of those whose loved ones were victims of long-term sentencing because they had limited financial means, not because of the crime. This movement, has been active for quite some…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — The latest production from the Obamas’ Higher Ground productions takes a celebratory tone while emphasizing the importance of civic duty. “We The People,” which was released Sunday and is now available on Netflix, mixes music with animation while teaching its audience a lesson in each episode. The total series is 40 minutes, and every episode examines a different aspect of the government. It was created by Chris Nee (“Doc McStuffins”) and executive produced by Kenya Barris. A new set of voices will be on hand for every episode. Some of the other contributors include…
Even though there’s still five more months left in the year, it’s not too early to start thinking about a new vehicle. Consider the all-new 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited AWD SUV. It has an entirely new look with a longer, wider body takes SUV design into more modern territory. And its complex network of sensors and cameras help keep drivers and passengers even more safer while making driving—and parking— a lot easier. Tucson’s brand-new design takes things up a notch with a sleek roofline, chiseled surfaces, and muscular fenders. It’s a contemporary look. The unique, angular taillights are connected by…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — Ruth E. Carter has earned plaudits and an Oscar award for her brilliance as a costume designer. But she’s stepping into a new role in Hollywood with a forthcoming biopic. She’s become a producer on the film “African/American,” which stars Roc Nation rapper Vic Mensa. The announcement was exclusively reported on the website news Black Film and TV. It’s based on the story of Howard University alum Sydney Hall, aka Syd Money. Mensa has the lead role which chronicles the rise of both Money and South African rap. The Soweto-born artist has helped popularize…