Franklin, Tenn. — Williamson County Public Library System is excited to announce the arrival of Whazoodle, a new collection of screen-free, all-audio speakers designed for young children (ages 3-12). Available at all library locations, Whazoodle offers 3 distinct modes geared towards literacy, movement and creativity. Parents can feel confident knowing their children are engaging with high-quality, age-appropriate content in a safe and easy-to-use format. “We are eager to introduce Whazoodles, an all audio device to our collection, giving families another valuable tool to support early learning and development,” said Library Director, Jessica Jeffers. “These devices align with our mission to…
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They are a powerful group of women. An international organization, the membership is made up of women from all denominations and all walks of life. They have been in existence since 1941and their weapons of choice are prayer, advocacy, and action. For over 80 years, they have recognized the value of diversity, and their mission is to empower women to work towards a world of peace and justice. They advocate for issues that affect human dignity; the current issues of homelessness and immigration are the battlegrounds upon which they have taken a stance. The Knoxville Chapter meets monthly and to…
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PRINCETON. NJ (FEB. 13, 2025) — The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Board of Trustees announced today that it has elected two new Trustees, Daniel Dawes, JD, and Barbara Ferrer, PhD, MPH, MEd, effective April 22, 2025. Dawes currently serves as senior vice president of global health at Meharry Medical College and is the founding dean of the School of Global Health. He is a healthcare and public health leader, health policy expert, educator, author, and researcher. Dr. Ferrer is the director of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. She has decades of experience as a public health director, educational…
https://youtu.be/4VYI-YQl8Yk NASHVILLE – Ahead of Gov. Bill Lee’s annual State of the State address on Monday, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rep. John Ray Clemmons is releasing the Democratic Prebuttal, outlining the real challenges facing working families and exposing the governor’s failed leadership. Full remarks as prepared: Hello, Tennessee. I’m state representative John Ray Clemmons, a husband and father, a proud public school parent, a little league baseball coach — and the chairman of your House Democratic Caucus. I grew up on a farm in Wilson County, where I learned the value of hard work, personal responsibility, and the importance of…
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Current and former Virginia elected leaders speaking at this weekend’s service for the first Black mayor of Richmond recalled Henry L. Marsh III’s trailblazing career and his lifetime commitment to civil rights. Hundreds of people attended Saturday’s funeral at a Richmond-area church for Marsh, who died Jan. 23 at age 91, according to the Manning Funeral Home. Richmond was the former capital of the Confederacy. Marsh, who was born in Richmond and educated in segregated schools, devoted much of his work to dismantling racial segregation in schools, government and the workplace. “He saw injustice and he…
MWCHC’s SALT (Seasoned Adults Living Triumphantly) program provides a recreational and educational outlet for adults 60 years old and older. Monthly activities include educational sessions on a variety of subjects such as home safety tips, home health care, senior scam prevention, nutrition and exercise as well as social activities and games. This week’s subject focused on How to Create a Grocery Budget That Works for You taught by MWCHC’s own Emily Germer, and Dr. Amber Adams discussed “Are Cancer and the Environment Connected?” After these very informative presentations took place, the Seasoned Adults enjoyed a fun game of Bingo. SALT…
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University archaeology students are getting hands-on with history through ongoing research at the site of one of Nashville’s first post-Civil War Black neighborhoods. Led by Department of Sociology and Anthropology professor Andrew Wyatt, the Bass Street Community Archaeology Project provides experiential learning in the basics of fieldwork for students while preserving an important part of Black history. “What we are doing here is very unique in archaeology,” said Wyatt, who has been taking students in his Introduction to Archaeology course to work with upper-level students and MTSU alumni at the site over the past…
The Nashville Jazz Workshop is already well known for its academic excellence and the high quality of live shows that are regularly held at the Jazz Cave. But now they have added a new feature, CD release sessions. Their latest one will be Saturday night at the Workshop’s Jazz Cave concert and listening roon, 1012 Buchanan Street. The featured artist will be trumpeter/flugelhorn master Joe Goss, who will be performing tunes from his upcoming new CD “Free At Last.” He will be heading an outstanding group that also includes Pat Coil on piano, Roy Vogt on bass, and Danny Gottlieb…
The HBCU Campaign Fund (HCF) has released its annual The Ten Most Dominant HBCU Leaders Award & Class. The Ten Most Dominant HBCU Leaders Award & Class is a national recognition that was created by the HBCU Campaign Fund, a non-profit that advocates for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and minority-serving Institutions (MSIs). Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) in America are driving the demand for a new set of skills and capabilities for tomorrow’s leaders. These institutions provide a high-quality education to low-income, first-generation, and academically underprepared students. Moreover, they serve a diverse population while maintaining their role as the…