MEMPHIS, TN —The FBI Memphis Field Office is warning Tennesseans to be cautious of charity and disaster fraudsters. When tragedies like Hurricane Ian occur, the public comes together to help those in need. Whether you are directly impacted or want to help, scammers will take advantage of a natural disaster, like Hurricane Ian, to steal your money, your personal information, or both. “Charity and disaster fraud can come in many forms – cold calls, emails, social media posts, and crowdfunding sites,” said Special Agent in Charge Douglas Korneski of the FBI Memphis Field Office. “While these scams can happen at any time,…
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Farmers and Craft Beverage Partners are Invited to a Day of Learning and Networking MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – As the craft beverage industry continues to grow in Tennessee, University of Tennessee Extension, along with the Tennessee Department of Agriculture and craft beverage industry associations and guilds, invites farmers, brewers, distillers, winemakers and industry partners together for the second annual Tennessee Farm and Ferment meeting on January 10, 2023. This meeting is free and open to anyone interested in the craft beverage industry in Tennessee, including farmers growing crop inputs or using spent grain byproducts for feed, and individuals in the wine,…
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — An extra benefit awaits prospective Middle Tennessee State University students attending the two upcoming True Blue Preview events this fall. As part of a free application workshop, the application fee will be waived for those applying when they attend the True Blue Preview recruiting events Saturday, Oct. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 5. A free FAFSA — Free Application for Federal Student Aid — workshop and individual help for families will be available at the Nov. 5 preview. Hundreds of prospective students from across the region and state will be attending the upcoming preview events. To register in advance, visit mtsu.edu/rsvp. Both are special days where high school…
More people are surviving cancer than ever before in the United States, according to a new report from the American Association for Cancer Research. In the past three years, the number of cancer survivors in the US – defined as living people who have had a cancer diagnosis – increased by more than a million. There are 18 million survivors in the US as of January, and that number is expected to grow to 26 million by 2040, the association said. The report notes that there were only 3 million US cancer survivors in 1971. Declines in smoking and improvements…
By James B. Ewers Jr. Ed.D. The political landscape is ripe for comment and critique. Almost every day, something happens to make you pause and wonder if it will ever stop. It is my thinking that these rumblings will always be with us. One of the political occurrences that keeps on giving is what is happening with the former president of the United States of America. If it’s not one thing, it’s another with him. His ascent to the presidency has only brought more attention to his checkered past and now his questionable future. Money and power or maybe I…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the appointment of Deniece Thomas as Commissioner for the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development, effective September 30. Thomas succeeds Jeff McCord following his departure to lead Northeast State Community College.“Deniece is a dedicated public servant who has worked tirelessly to ensure Tennesseans, businesses and our economy thrive through meaningful work opportunities,” said Lee. “I appreciate her thoughtful leadership and have full confidence she will continue to serve Tennessee with integrity.” Thomas currently serves as deputy commissioner for the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development and holds key responsibilities,…
By Kelli Sharpe Nashville, Tenn. (TSU News Service) – There’s no homecoming like a TSU homecoming as the University gears up for this year’s celebration. The 2022 theme is “Back in Stride Again,” as TSU prepares to welcome thousands of alumni back to the 500-arce campus. Homecoming is October 2-8 and kicked off the week-long celebration with the annual Robert N. Murrell Oratorical Contest and Gospel Explosion on Sunday. The celebration will be highlighted with a scholarship gala, the legendary TSU parade, and of course the homecoming football game between the Tigers and Bethune-Cookman University out of Florida. “TSU homecoming is always a special and exciting time of year for the University…
Fewer Black, Hispanic and Asian patients meet biomarker qualifications for landmark treatments that may slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease by targeting amyloid plaques, according to new findings published in JAMA Neurology. Anti-amyloid monoclonal antibodies break down amyloid plaques in the brain to potentially slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease and offer patients and their providers an option for the elusive, debilitating disease, especially when the disease is diagnosed in earlier stages. Yet a comprehensive study of 17,000 Medicare beneficiaries found Black, Hispanic and Asian patients are more likely than white counterparts to present with dementia rather than mild cognitive impairment…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune) – Nashville Symphony is excited to kick off the 2022/23 Jazz Series with GRAMMY® Award-winning powerhouse vocalist and actress Ledisi for one night only at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center happening Sunday, November 6. Following the critically acclaimed release of her 2021 album Ledisi Sings Nina, the acclaimed performer brings her stunning orchestral tribute to the iconic singer, songwriter and activist Nina Simone. Joined by your Nashville Symphony, she’ll revisit classic Simone selections including “My Baby Cares Just for Me,” “Four Women,” “Feeling Good,” “Wild Is the Wind” and more. Tickets are available now at nashvillesymphony.org/ledisi. 2021 GRAMMY® Award-winner Ledisi is a…
ATLANTA, GA — In September, Black Voters Matter announced an expansion of its partnership with The African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) in which it will invest $600K in grants to be dispersed in nine Episcopal Districts across 13 states in support of church-led GOTV efforts throughout the South. Participating AME churches will use the grant to activate community outreach to friends and family of church members, conduct street canvassing, literature drops, polling place parties and rides to the polls. Of the allotted funds for the expansion, $150K will support a special project in Georgia, for the work of the 6th…