It’s still not too late to put a bright red bow on a new 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE. It’s Toyota’s most powerful RAV4 yet, with 302 combined net horsepower, plenty of cutting edge, and plenty of state-of the-art technology. It’s ready to take drivers over the streets of downtown in The Gulch area or out to the suburbs of Franklin. Standard AWD offers the stability to help power through slippery surfaces, rough roads and those rolling Tennessee hills. And with its advanced plug-in hybrid powertrain and EV-only capability, RAV4 Prime is as intelligent as it is stunning. Thanks…
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Anyone who truly loves baseball has long ago had to deal with its ugly history of racist practices, most notably a ban that kept Black players out of the leagues from the late 19th century until Jackie Robinson’s entry in 1947. The sport in recent years has repeatedly struggled to regain the Black fan base it enjoyed from the ‘50s until the ‘70s, and try and stop the steady erosion of potential youthful multi-sport Black talent opting for careers in football or basketball, lately even soccer or hockey. This past Wednesday they took another step in trying to address past…
By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — When a corporation loses one of its top board members they are often hard to place, particularly when they depart for a job in Washington as part of a new administration. But Netflix has found a replacement for Susan Rice on its board of directors. He is a major figure in global cinema, African billionaire and telecom mogul Strive Masiyiwa. The announcement was made last week and featured in multiple entertainment magazines and on various websites. “We are delighted to welcome Strive to the Netflix board,” Netflix co-founder, chairman and co-CEO Reed Hastings said…
The new 2021 Lexus NX 300 F Sport is an eye-catching vehicle that successfully combines the luxury of a sedan with the fun and speed of a sports car. It takes style even further with a more boldly styled front fascia, rear bumper and exhaust openings. Interior upgrades include distinctive contrast stitching and rubber-studded aluminum pedals. With a dynamic suspension and an adaptive F SPORT suspension that was inspired by the LC, this is the most responsive NX yet. And the most personal. The AI Shift Control monitors your driving style and current road conditions, and by doing so, it…
Just as it’s done for over a century, the powerful Cadillac brand continues its unprecedented reputation for quality and sophistication into 2021. The new 2021 Cadillac XT6 Sport AWD is back and ready for the new year. The Sport handles itself with standout looks with driving features that makes each trip memorable. Take Alexa with you on the ride. For the first time, the Alexa functionality you enjoy at home is now fully integrated into the Cadillac user experience. With Alexa Built-In capability, you can use voice commands to stream your favorite music, get directions, make calls,etc. Exclusive to the Sport trim, the…
If you’re thinking about purchasing an SUV in the new year, think the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD Z71. The iconic SUV is back with even more versatility and advanced features. It now features a bigger, more spacious cabin, better ride and handling. The All-New Tahoe Z71 offers six trims. Each trim offers its own unique style and capabilities. The spacious cabin has been reimagined to be roomier and more open. Tahoe offers 41% more third-row leg room and an amazing 66% greater cargo volume behind the third row compared to the previous generation. Not to mention a cavernous 122.9 cu.…
The 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD offers an array of new, exciting features and amenities to usher a new year for driving. Underneath the hood of the Mazda CX-9, there’s a Skyactiv®-G 2.5 Turbo engine that delivers up to 250 hp, along with an impressive 320 lb-ft of torque. So, you’ll enjoy immediate acceleration every time you merge onto the freeway or pass other vehicles. The Mazda CX-9 features i-Activsense®—an intelligent suite of safety features that alert you to hazards and help you avoid collisions, or lessen their impact. i-Activsense® includes a host of advanced safety innovations, such as Blind…
32-Year African American Veteran of the Nashville Police Department By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — Nashville’s eighth police chief is an experienced, longtime member of the police force, and an African American man who steps into what should not be, but will be, a closely watched and now scrutinized position by the majority press. John Drake was selected Monday to become the new Metro police chief. He replaces his friend and mentor, Steve Anderson. Drake is one of the almost extinct African American men in Metro government chosen for a position of power. John Drake, formerly a deputy chief, has worked for…
The brand new 2021 Toyota Venza Venza XLE helps to introduce the next generation of Toyota’s legendary Hybrid SUV vehicles to buyers. From front to back, inside and outside, the Venza is filled with contemporary craftsmanship. It’s chic exterior
By Staff Reports NASHVILLE, TN — There are some churches that are closed, some functioning by the web, and others functioning with active virtual schedules and outreach activities. Fairfield M. B. Church reached out to the Women’s Mission on Rosa Parks recently, servicing more than 100 residents and families. Pastor Howard Jones, senior pastor of Fairfield said, “These are the times when churches should be strong in these uncomfortable and challenging situations. Though we must practice safety protocols by wearing gloves, masks and safe distancing, prayer is the major covering.” Mental illness is on the rise throughout the…