The 2024 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy SUV is a luxurious and well-equipped vehicle that offers a blend of utility, value, and upscale features. It stands out for its high-class cabin, premium finishes, and comfortable seating across three rows. The Palisade Calligraphy is powered by a 291-horsepower 3.8-liter V6 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This setup provides ample acceleration for the vehicle’s size and weight. The transmission can be manually shifted using steering-wheel-mounted paddles for added driver engagement. The Palisade is equipped with features like a transmission cooler, trailer pre-wiring, and sway control, allowing it to tow up to 5000…
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The 2024 Nissan Sentra SV is a standout model in the Sentra lineup, offering a blend of modern exterior styling, enhanced technology features, and a focus on safety. With its refreshed appearance, improved fuel efficiency, and premium additions, the Sentra SV caters to drivers looking for a well-rounded compact car that prioritizes comfort and convenience. Admiring this vehicle’s exterior means the 2024 Nissan Sentra SV boasts a fresh new look with updated headlights, restyled front and rear fascia, and dynamic alloy wheel designs. The front fascia showcases Nissan’s V-motion grille with bright chrome trim, while the lower fascia has been…
NASHVILLE, TN — One is an acclaimed attorney who has dedicated her career to being the leading advocate in Middle Tennessee for victims of domestic violence. Another has stood at the helm of one of the nation’s leading HBCUs while at the same time serving as the international president of the nation’s oldest African American sorority. The third has helped put books showcasing Black characters in the homes of more than 7,000 families in Nashville. These three women will be honored on Saturday, May 18, by Les Gemmes Inc., Nashville Chapter at its 17thAnnual Literary Luncheon. The event will take…
By Drew Weisholtz/TODAY When it comes to Olympic athletes, Dylan Beard is cold cut from a different cloth. Beard is a hurdler who will compete for a spot on the United States Olympic team heading to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. He also happens to work a full-time job at the deli counter at a Walmart. Beard emerged as a surprise winner while competing in the 60-meter hurdles at the Millrose Games in February. “I think I went in a lot more relaxed, like nothing to lose, a lot to gain,” he told “TODAY” in an interview that aired…
The INFINITI QX50 Autograph AWD is a luxurious and advanced 5-passenger crossover SUV, that’s designed for urban dwellers or on-the-road excursions. It combines sophisticated design elements with cutting-edge technology to provide a more than comfortable driving experience. One of the standout features of the QX50 Autograph AWD is its spacious interior, particularly in terms of cargo capacity and passenger comfort. The interior’s layout allows for easy adjustments based on the cargo or passenger needs. The sliding and reclining second-row seats are a key feature that enhances the SUV’s cargo-carrying capabilities. By moving the second-row seats forward, the QX50 can expand…
EVANSTON, IL — Evanston has etched its name in history twice over. In a landmark decision, the city established the first government-funded reparations program in the U.S. to address the systemic racism faced by Black residents between 1919 and 1969, according to Essence. Now, five years later, another groundbreaking move is multiplying the impact of these reparations. The historic reparations fund of $17 million is being transferred to Liberty Bank and Trust, one of Illinois’ only Black-owned banks. This isn’t just a symbolic gesture. As Robin Rue Simmons, Chair of the Evanston Reparations Committee, explains, “This is a way that…
NASHVILLE, TN — Renowned author ReShonda Tate is the featured presenter at the 2024 Literary Luncheon, a program of the Nashville Chapter of Les Gemmes, Inc. The event is Saturday, May 18 at the Music City Center, Davidson Ballroom in Nashville. Tate, a former journalist, has a talent with words. She can make a situation come to life with imagery and word structure. Her words can move you. She has a talent to make everyday life reverberate in your spirit and touch your soul. She is indeed a writer extraordinaire. As the national bestselling author of more than 50 books,…
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Limited offers a blend of luxury and capability with advanced features, including a refined interior, cutting-edge technology, and the renowned Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for a versatile driving experience. This is an ideal SUV that’s just right in size, features and functionality—and here’s why. The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Limited offers a luxurious and comfortable interior designed to travel the streets of Music City or the scenic highways throughout Tennessee and beyond. Step inside and you’ll find a spacious cabin with premium amenities that elevate the driving experience. The Limited model features upscale touches such as leather-trimmed…
NASHVILLE, TN — There are several unanswered questions following the legislation that vacated the Tennessee State University Board of Trustees. On March 28, the General Assembly voted 66-25 to remove and replace TSU’s entire Board. Gov. Bill Lee immediately signed the bill into law, and then installed a new board, all Black and TSU alumni. A lawmaker told a local media outlet “they didn’t think it would happen.” If he was referring to the TSU community of students, faculty, staff and alumni, he was right. Many said they felt blindsided and betrayed. One of those individuals was Rev. Barry Barlow,…
BALTIMORE, MD — The crew of the Dali were heading to Sri Lanka before they crashed into the Key Bridge, according to Andy Middleton, director of the Apostleship of the Sea of the United States of America (AOS-USA), a Catholic ministry that helps crew members as they dock at the Port of Baltimore. Over the weekend, Middleton said he and other volunteers took the crew to Walmart to stock up on supplies before setting off on what was to be a 28-day voyage. “They were going down and around South Africa to avoid the Red Sea and the Houthis,” he…