By Tribune Staff NASHVILLE, TN — Metro Nashville Public Schools’ Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Monique Felder, is not sitting by quietly while detractors try to damage her excellent reputation in the field of education and derail her career over false accusations that challenge her integrity, character, and commitment to the teachers and students of the school district. Recent media reports allege that Felder “pocketed thousands of dollars in consulting fees” from Education Research and Development Institute (ERDI) yet failed to report them. But Felder said there is something missing in these media reports – “the full facts.” “I strongly take…
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The new 2019 Cadillac XT4 AWD Premium continues the infamous Cadillac brand that represents luxury, class and comfort. Plus, there’s confidence in design and performance. Owners can also happily enjoy an abundance of technology and conveniences. The XT4 has amazing acceleration, and that’s thanks to a sophisticated 9-speed automatic transmission provides both efficiency and intelligent power delivery, enhancing your drive. There’s Striking new front and rear LED signature lighting remain distinctively Cadillac. As with the Cadillac tradition, there’s first-class comfort for all passengers. There’s a thoughtfully created interior provides segment-leading rear leg room and knee clearance for backseat passengers. There’s…
NASHVILLE, TN — Veteran education leader Tony Majors will take the helm of the Human Resources division at Metro Nashville Public Schools, a move that promises to continue the upgrades and modernization efforts in an office that serves nearly 11,000 district employees. Deborah Story will retire from the position March 22, 2019. Ms. Story had intended to retire in October 2018, but MNPS Director Shawn Joseph asked her to stay to guide a series of large-scale projects. “I am deeply grateful to Deborah,” Dr. Joseph said. “She brought a wealth of wisdom and experience to our Human Resources division. She…
The new 2019 Lexus LS 500 F Sport is built from the ground up with style, class and plenty of sportiness. It’s engineered and designed to thrill with exclusive suspension tuning and even more dynamic styling. All LS F SPORT models share a platform with the intense LC coupe and common DNA with the LFA, including a specially tuned suspension system engineered by the same team behind the iconic supercar. A true pinnacle of performance, the LS F SPORT also features one of the most advanced vehicle dynamic control system yet. The F SPORT is bold, both inside and out.…
The 2019 Toyota Yaris is a sedan that offers top amenities such as: exceptional fuel economy mileage, good looks both exterior and interior and the best in auto safety, all at a more than affordable price. The new XLE offers premium features like heated side mirrors with LED turn signals and Smart Key entry with Push Button Start, which are all standard. But if you need even more, the Yaris XLE can still deliver. There are rain-sensing windshield wipers, leatherette seating surfaces and LED headlights with auto on/off feature. Take a look inside the XLE and you will find room…
Salon Hosting FREE Hands-On Class ($300 value) for Potential Stylists JCPenney hiring 6,000 salon stylists nationwide As JCPenney continues to transform its salon locations across the nation to the Salon by InStyle, the company is hosting a National Hiring Day event for salon stylists onMonday, March 4 at the below JCPenney salon. The retailer is searching for 50 talented stylists in the Nashville area to add volume to its salon business. During the National Hiring Day event, salon education managers will host a FREE hands-on class ($300 value!) about foilayage, color mélange or pastellics. Licensed stylists and cosmetology students are…
MEMPHIS, TN — Civil rights warrior, astute political strategist, and progressive attorney, Russell B. Sugarmon departed this life at age 89 on February 18, 2019, after a long illness. Born on May 11, 1929 to the late Russell and Lessye Hank Sugarmon, he became a civil rights attorney, co-founder of Memphis’ first integrated law firm, and Juvenile Court referee, before his appointment to the General Sessions Court. His was a life of service to the Memphis community, during which he fought for racial equality, human rights, and political empowerment. After completing two years in the U. S. Army, he married Miriam…
Dr. Harold Willoughby Jordan is the second grandson of Dr. John Henry Jordan and was born in the house in Newnan that John built. Harold was raised there in the shadow of his grandfather. He spent his childhood playing with John’s old medical bag, surrounded by his medical books and lasting legacy. From a young age, it was Harold’s desire to become a doctor, and he knew his parents expected it of him. Harold was educated in Newnan and finished high school there before relocating to Atlanta to attend Morehouse College. He graduated from Morehouse with a bachelor’s degree in…
NASHVILLE, TN — Business leader and entrepreneur, Sharon W. Reynolds, announces the launch of a new clothing line for modern women, Bryla J Couture Clothiers. The line provides fashionable clothing for women around the world who desire high quality style at irresistible prices. Bryla J Couture Clothiers, a Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certified woman-owned business, offers a collection of suits, dresses and coats that coordinate in a classic palette to bring sophistication to any wardrobe. Each piece is made with quality materials such as wool, linen and cashmere that effortlessly transition from the boardroom to date night. “Bryla…
The new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD LT Crew offers customers a bigger, stronger but lighter vehicle than previous generation. Chevrolet is the ‘truck meister’ when it comes to trucks. Chevy has combined a century of truck building know-how with 7 million miles of testing. This latest Silverado is built on the legacy of the most dependable, longest-lasting full-sized pickups on the road. Silverado took the hardest-working part of the truck and redesigned it to be lighter, larger and stronger. Durabed combines high-strength roll-formed steel, more cargo volume than any other truck and 12 standard tie-downs. When it comes to storage, there’s…