The new 2019 Jetta 1.4T SE has been re-designed, from looks and style to comfort and substance. Not to mention a more than affordable price and top gas mileage. The two-tone V-Tex leatherette seats feel like leather without the high price, not to mention relaxing comfort while driving. There’s also ventilated for the front seats, these ventilated surfaces help cool you down when the weather gets warm. Heated seats Not only can you stay warm on chilly evenings, but so can your front passenger. One of Jetta’s new offered features is the 10-color customizable interior ambient lighting, which is a…
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By Staff Reports NASHVILLE, TN — Vanderbilt University has named Alfred Degrafinreid II as associate vice chancellor for community relations within the Division of Government and Community Relations. A native Tennessean, Degrafinreid most recently served as the chief administrative officer for the Office of the Davidson County Criminal Court Clerk. Prior to that, he was counsel to U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper and coordinated community outreach for Davidson, Dickson and Cheatham counties. Degrafinreid holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Tennessee State University and a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from Indiana University’s Robert H. McKinney School of Law. In addition, he currently…
By Tribune Staff Writer NASHVILLE, TN — The recent spotlight placed upon five juveniles accused of murder in Nashville is a community issue that goes beyond the tragic happenings of the victim and the minors involved. Regardless of how this sad situation is viewed, critics on both sides of the issue meet in the middle and admit that Nashville indeed has a rapidly escalating juvenile crime problem. The hands of the parents are tied, the disciplinary resources of the educators are non-existent and the community safe haven that can field the crisis is ranked low on the list of budgetary…
Ready. Set. Go get behind the wheel of a new 2019 CX-5 and expect for all eyes to be on you. And that’s because Mazda’s master car makers have carefully and artfully engineered details of this beauty to be crafted around you the driver. Lucky you! There’s a newly available SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine with 310 lb-ft at 2,000 rpm and 250 hp at 5,000 rpm that will take you there—whether it’s in the city or a road trip. For the first time ever, there’s an exquisite Signature trim now available in the Mazda CX-5. Natural materials like Caturra Brown Nappa…
If you’re a die-hard Buick fan, and who isn’t? You won’t be disappointed behind the wheel of the new 2019 Buick Regal GS AWD. This version is a bit more pricey than the average Regal but the numerous amenities are worth it. Drivers can tailor your vehicle’s steering response, suspension and other driving dynamics based on road conditions — or your mood — with three interactive drive control settings: Touring, Sport and GS. Regal GS comes standard with the robust power and torque of a 3.6L 310-HP V6 engine, and a 9-speed automatic transmission that enables thrilling, responsive drives. Take…
The 2019 RX 450h F SPORT gives drivers an edge, thanks to its bold styling, leather interior trim and an Adaptive Variable Suspension that will take performance even further. Some of the standout extra amenities, includes sport seats with enhanced bolsters, a lower front spoiler and 20-inch alloy wheels3 with Dark Graphite finish. The new F SPORT has a certain bold and moxie perspective about it, the moment you hit ‘start.’ This is more than obvious throughout the driver-centric interior. In addition to exclusive race-inspired instrumentation and bold aluminum accents, you’ll find performance upgrades, including bolstered sport seats, a black…
“Driving the 2019 BMW M5 Competition Sedan is like driving a Jet on wheels,” and that was my first thought the first time I touched the wheel of this exceptional vehicle. It’s both a privilege and a pleasure to experience the M5, whether you’re a driver or a passenger. There’s distinctive “M Competition” graphic that appears in the instrument cluster to greet the driver when the M5 starts up. Its light-alloy wheels, that are 20” with Double-spokes, were developed specifically for the new Competition Sedan, which helps give the M5 that specialty look. “The M5 brings plenty of unexpected attention. While cruising around…
By Clint Confehr NASHVILLE, TN — Failure to extend the work contract for the schools’ director will prompt residents to vote against school board members who fire him. That’s the message from a meeting of nearly 100 voters at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 1303 Hawkins St., where residents rallied to “Stand Up for Our Youth and Dr. Shawn Joseph.” on March 21. Five days later — when to some it seemed as though Dr. Joseph was negotiating an exit package — the embattled director was “speaking in his own defense,” Pearl-Cohn High alumni Mia Sims Moorefield reported from the school…
NASHVILLE, TN — The cold bites on a Saturday morning. But Brandon Taylor is still ready to greet his neighbors with trash bags, grabbers and gloves. The group gathers at 9AM sharp, and Taylor begins passing out supplies. A couple folks make fun of his Dallas Cowboys hat and matching coat. But he just smiles, adjusts his thin-framed glasses and gets to work. Council District 21’s monthly clean-up day is organized by Taylor’s wife, Damita Beck-Taylor. She serves as the District’s Beautification Commissioner. Taylor explains that listening to his neighbors helped him realize that small challenges can turn into bigger obstacles.…
From Staff Reports NASHVILLE, TN — State Rep. John Ray Clemmons’ campaign for mayor includes an on-going listening tour and continues a career fighting for Civil Rights. The third term District 55 lawmaker is a litigator who beat Core Civic (as CCA) in a civil rights case, winning a settlement for an inmate who suffered inhumane treatment. Clemmons, 41, is visiting churches in the community for table talks on Sundays. He was at Watson Grove Missionary Baptist Church last weekend. “The North Nashville community and Bordeaux have been overlooked by Metro government for years,” Clemmons said. “I want to do something…