Author: Tribune Staff

From Staff Reports NASHVILLE, TN — A long-time campaign against “the grease plant” appears to be over as leaders of the Haynes-Trinity area neighborhood associations agreed to resolve the dispute As a result, Onsite Environmental, 1421 Baptist World Center Drive, previously Combs Industrial Service, continues its move to 2832 Whites Creek Pike based on city and state authorization. “While the outcome was not what we would have preferred, we were pragmatic and understood the agreement was in our best interest,” Haynes-Trinity Neighborhood Coalition leaders said Nov. 13. The 10-year-old controversy flared up last summer and ended Nov. 8 at metro’s planning…

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NASHVILLE, TN — Dr. McDonald Williams is a dedicated member of the exclusive centenarian club. Very few people are admitted into this exclusive organization. For most, the initiation fee is just too steep. We always knew Dr. Williams was very unique from his long tenure at Tennessee State University. He was the professor that  stood out to students and challenged them in ways you never imagined yet they  never dropped his courses. TSU, former students and friends in Nashville celebrates his birthday.  Happy 101st Birthday!   Dr. Glenda Glover, President Tennessee State University, TSU family, Edwina Hefner, 6th First lady…

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NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Chapter of Les Gemmes, Inc. inducted nine outstanding women at its November meeting. Hosted at the home of Mrs. Rosetta Perry, a founding member, the event also featured the former national president, Mrs. Edwina Hefner, who was also a former president of the Nashville Chapter. The 2018 inductees include: • Dr. Gwendolyn A. H. Brown-Felder, Minister, Educational Consultant • Ms. Charelle Lans, Industrial Engineer, Motivational & Inspirational Speaker, Strategy Development • Ms. Coretta Dillard Dawkins, Director of Finance & Accounting, Providence Health Group • Ms. Delores Gardner Stokes, Director of Talent Management, Tennessee Department of…

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NASHVILLE, TN — This afternoon, two faith leaders, a family physician, and a peer recovery specialist spoke on a press conference call on the importance of expanding Medicaid, especially to Tennesseans struggling with opioid addiction. Governor-elect Bill Lee promised to bring his faith into the Governor’s office, and speakers asked him to put his faith into practice. Rev. Merrilee Wineinger of Edgehill United Methodist Church in Nashville began her remarks by quoting Isaiah 1:16-17: “Marching orders! Loud and clear Isaiah gives the leaders of Israel their marching orders. Stepping into Isaiah’s shoes, clergy and laity across Tennessee echo the same…

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By Rosetta Miller Perry (Navy) and Ms. June (Air Force) Veterans that have had to endure the American flag being bastardized, the national anthem being politicized, and constant disrespect has become a sad part of life.  It is extremely disappointing that citizens who have never served in the military have so many opinions and have become emboldened to disrespect Veterans of yesterday, today and tomorrow.   The observance of Veterans day represents individuals with courage and enough love for their country to volunteer to put their lives on the dotted line.  Outside of the draft period the military of today is…

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By Tribune staff NASHVILLE, TN — Many folks throughout the Nashville journalistic and writing community, including Tennessee Tribune staff members, are still reeling from news of Deborah Ann Culp’s passing on Oct. 26. She distinguished herself during two decades of experience in media and marketing, and the Tribune was among many places where Culp’s versatility as a writer was on display. Her educational background proved ideal for later entry into media. Culp studied Radio/TV at the Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts in Southfield, Michigan, and subsequently studied Telecommunications engineering at Henry Ford CC/University of Michigan Dearborn. That versatility in…

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This past Friday rapper Jay Rock of Top Dawg Entertainment performed at Top Golf in Nashville, TN. He performed such hits as Win, Vice City, Wow Freestyle, OSOM, and Money Trees. His opening act was Reason, a new rapper recently singed to Top Dawg Entertainment.

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Stanis is an Advocate for Alzheimer’s disease which affects 5.7 Million People WHAT:  Remembering the Good Times Alzheimer’s Symposium, BernNadette Stanis from the groundbreaking sitcom “Good Times” will speak about the impact, advocacy, research and cultural differences of Alzheimer’s. WHEN:  Friday, November 9, 2018 5:30 p.m. (refreshments served 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.) WHERE: Cal Turner Family Center for Student Education, Ballroom. Meharry Medical College, 1005 Dr. D.B. Todd Jr., Blvd., Nashville, TN 37208. WHY: Alzheimer’s disease affects 5.7 million Americans. A new report by the Alzheimer’s Association reveals the burden of Alzheimer’s on caregivers. Stanis wants to share how her…

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Brent Manson 67, of Bloomington, Illinois passed away from cardiac arrest on November 2, 2018 at Memorial Hospital in Springfield. Cherishing the memory of their love and life together is his devoted wife Glenda Masingale Manson; three children, Bridget Mahone, Tinley Park, IL, Brette Grice, New York City and Jared Dalcourt, Brooklyn, NY; four siblings, Kaye Manson Jeter, Dayton, Ohio, Richard (Ruth Johnson) Manson, Nashville, TN, Beverly (Charles) Manson Alston, Chicago, IL and Judith Manson, Chicago; two grandchildren Lauren and Jamison Taylor; and a host of relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2018,…

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GOODLETSVILLE, TN — Fairfield Missionary Baptist Church celebrates 135 years as “the oldest new church” in Goodlettsville, TN, transforming lives through fellowship, discipleship, ministry, mission, and worship. Founded in 1883, Fairfield is under the visionary leadership of Pastor Howard E. Jones Jr., who has served the church for 30 years. Fairfield moved from 120 Fain Street Nashville, TN to 1004 S. Dickerson Rd Goodlettsville, TN in 2008. Two churches have since united with Fairfield in 2017, Celebrate Life Community Church and Hands of God Ministries. Fairfield is known in the community for innovative outreach ministries such as the Deacon Ernest…

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