Oliver gains national in race to represent State Senate District 19 NASHVILLE — Charlane Oliver, Democratic nominee for State Senate District 19, was endorsed recently by Collective PAC, the nation’s largest political action committee dedicated to increasing Black political representation across all levels of government. “I’m running as an unapologetic champion for the people, and I’m deeply honored to be among all of the excellent Black leaders recognized by Collective PAC,” Oliver said. “After a spirited primary season this past summer, I am asking again for your voteso that I can fight for our beloved community.” Founded in August of…
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LEBANON, TN — The Wilson County Black History Committee (WCBHC) paid tribute to 30 African American farmers and their families at a gala evening on Sept. 24 at the Capitol Theatre in Lebanon, before the United States Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) mails its 2022 census forms this November to survey their yields. The 103-year-old Clyde Thomas Woods was honored by the WCBHC with a certificate of appreciation at the 9th Annual Harvest Heritage Wine & Cheese Celebration for his lifelong dedication to raising mostly livestock, tobacco, and hay in Wilson County in the town of Commerce. Since Mr. Woods could…
ST. LOUIS, MO — On Saturday, October 2, 2022 The National Black Radio Hall of Fame Induction Awards Program was held in St. Louis, Missouri. The National Black Radio Hall of Fame is an annual non- profit charitable organization. They present awards and induct outstanding individuals from across the nation for their contributions to the entertainment industry, Black radio, and communities. We congratulate Lee Parker, owner of Brimstone Music Group, a national entertainment company, for receiving “The President’s Volunteer Service Award in recognition and appreciation for his commitment to strengthening our nation and communities through volunteer services. Lee Parker was…
WASHINGTON, DC — As voters head to the polls this November, gun violence will be a top-of-mind concern as the United States continues to grapple with mass shootings that occur far too often. We need leaders who will take action to address this epidemic at both the state and federal level, which is why Brady PAC, the political action partner organization of Brady, today announced its fourth round of endorsements of seven U.S. House incumbents, two challenger candidates, and five state-level candidates. (See page 10A for complete list). With Brady PAC’s urging, the 117th Congress passed historic legislation addressing America’s…
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL- — Applications for the 2023 Disney Dreamers Academy, a career-inspiring program targeting Black teens and students from underrepresented communities, close on October 31. It’s the last chance for scores of high school students across America to submit their applications for this annual program at Walt Disney World Resort that has inspired young minds nationwide since 2008 by fueling their dreams and showing them a world of possibilities. Students participate in hands-on, immersive career workshops ranging from animation to zoology. Each participant learns communication techniques, leadership qualities and networking strategies, plus they are inspired by Disney cast…
MURFREESBORO, TN — Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation is pleased to announce the 11th Annual Wine Around the Square. The event will take place on Saturday, October 22, in the historic Downtown Square in Murfreesboro to honor Drs. Max and Mary Moss. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation and the Power of Pink Fund. The Power of Pink Fund is a Rutherford County fundraising program for breast cancer detection and treatment. It was created to provide awareness, education, and diagnostic services for those who need it most in Rutherford County. For the past…
NASHVILLE, TN — R.H. Boyd made its first appearance at the 34th Annual Southern Festival of Books in Nashville from October 14 – 16. This appearance featured Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus: Life, Lessons, and Leadership, and author H. H. Leonards, founder of O Museum in The Mansion in Washington, DC, where Mrs. Rosa Parks, her friends, and business associates lived with her, at no cost, as part of The Mansion and O Museum’s Heroes-In-Residence Program. Leonards took part in a featured panel discussion during the festival and signed copies of her book, Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus: Life, Lessons,…
Andrea A. Hayes Dixon, M.D., FACS, FAAP will succeed Hugh Mighty, M.D., MBA, FACOG, who served as dean of the College of Medicine since 2015. In 2021, Hayes Dixon became the first woman chair of the Department of Surgery at Howard University. She will now oversee all aspects of academic and administrative affairs for the College of Medicine. This move has increased the number of women serving as academic deans at Howard University to 11. “I am overjoyed to have the honor of announcing that for the first time in the college’s 154-year history, a Black woman will serve as…
By Elana Duré Black women are the fastest growing demographic of entrepreneurs in the U.S., with nearly 2.7 million businesses nationwide. But even with their growing presence in the business world, these women face disproportionate financial headwinds. Growing fast The number of businesses owned by Black women grew 50 percent from 2014 to 2019, representing the highest growth rate of any female demographic. Black females accounted for 42 percent of all women who opened a new business during that time and represented 36 percent of all Black employers. And they are not letting up. In the U.S., 17 percent of…
NASHVILLE, TN — Nashville and Davidson County Mayor John Cooper and the Tennessee Titans announced they have agreed to terms for a new enclosed stadium that would relieve a nearly $2 billion burden on Nashville taxpayers by voiding the current lease agreement. The lease for Nissan Stadium, signed in 1996, legally obligates Nashville to provide a “first-class” stadium until 2039. The Mayor’s Office worked with Metro Council to hire Venue Solutions Group (VSG), an independent and nationally recognized public facility consulting firm, to assess the condition of Nissan Stadium and estimate Metro’s financial obligation to the Titans. VSG estimates that…