(Washington, D.C.) The HBCU National Center Foundation is bestowing $41,000 in Intern Support Grants to the HBCUs whose presidents or chancellors are participating in the 2022 National HBCU Week Conference, sponsored by the White House Initiative on HBCUs. The Intern Support Grant is a $1,000 cash grant that is intended to be used by the HBCU in any manner that advances, promotes, or sustains its Washington, D.C. internship program. On September 22, grants to the following institutions will be announced at the National Center Reception hosted by Ambassador, Anyiah Chambers, and the Hon. Eleanor Holmes Norton: Alabama A&M State University, Dr.…
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NASHVILLE, TN — The renovation of the Elks Lodge social club on historic Jefferson Street will soon begin. The building was constructed in 1955 and originally housed Club Baron as well as the only skating rink in Nashville for African Americans. Built during the golden age of Jefferson Street’s music scene (1935-65), Club Baron is the only existing nightclub from that time on historic Jefferson Street. Pharmacists Jackson H. Brown, an African-American also lived on Jefferson Street from the 1930s through the 1950s and housed Brown’s Pharmacy there. He also owned Brown’s Motel where he operated an upscale dinner club. Club…
By Samantha West MEMPHIS, TN — A woman wearing a red dress smiles for the camera in front of a grey backdrop Michelle McKissack has represented District 1 on the Memphis-Shelby County Schools board since 2018, and has served as chair since 2021. Courtesy of Michelle McKissack Michelle McKissack, the recently reelected chairwoman of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools board, announced Monday she is mulling a run to become the city’s next mayor. McKissack, who has represented District 1 since 2018 and was elected chair of the board in 2021, will on Tuesday announce an exploratory committee for a…
Hagerty, Fleischmann, Green, Harshbarger, Cohen and Rose flagged for conflicts of interest by the Times By Eli Motycka NASHVILLE, TN — Five of Tennessee’s congressional representatives and its junior senator, Bill Hagerty, traded corporate stocks while in office, according to an investigation by The New York Times. Several members traded in industries directly related to their Congressional committee work. The Times released the investigation, which provides details on 97 total members of Congress who traded stocks relevant to their committee work, early this week. Because government action directly influences companies and markets, the practice of legislators trading stocks has drawn increased scrutiny for its potential…
ATLANTA, GA — Amassive nine-figure payout awarded to an elderly Black man left paralyzed from an encounter with a violently overzealous police officer in Georgia’s capital city has been slashed by more than half after a judge agreed that Atlanta shouldn’t have to pay so much despite the brutal nature of the case. Just last month, a jury awarded a whopping $100 million to Jerry Blasingame, who, in 2018 as a 65-year-old, was hit with a Taser during a foot chase with Atlanta Police Officer Jon Grubbs over the decidedly nonviolent allegations of panhandling. Blasingame, now 69, fell and broke…
NASHVILLE, TN — The 50-year-old Breakfast Club had its first meeting since the COVID-19 pandemic took control of our lives this past Sunday, Sept. 18. The featured speaker was Latanya Chanel, newly named Director of Economic Growth and Small Business Development. Until the end of September, she holds the title of District Director, State of Tennessee, United States Small Business Administration (SBA) – U.S. Small Business Administration, one of the few Blacks in the nation in that senior level position. The Washington, DC native has been a Nashvillian for the last eight years. Her whole focus is to support and…
NASHVILLE, TN — On September 24, 2022, Love, Peace, and Zin presents The Golden Age of Fashion, an exclusive fashion event to launch the new Couture collection of international fashion designer Zintrise Altovise. The event will feature a blending of art and fashion, including live poetry and music performances as well as a designer showcase that highlights vendors, a panel discussion that includes Altovise and other fashion influencers in Nashville, and a fashion showcase that spotlights ready-to-wear and couture designs highlighting some of Nashville’s best designers. Held at The PSV Store at 100 Taylor Street, Suite A22B, Nashville, TN 37208…
Brentwood, TN – Casey Correnti, a recognized experienced IT, sales, accounting, and HRexecutive, has been named Vice President and General Manager of Affinity Technology Partners announced Sean Wright, CEO of the managed IT firm. “As Affinity Technology Partner continues to grow, we require exceptionally experiencedand talented leadership to take us and our clients to the next level. For more than 15years, Casey has been an integral part of successful professional services teams,” explainsWright. “He has founded and worked with start-up businesses all the way to multi-million-dollar firms. Casey’s talented skill set is a great asset to both our staff and…
KNOXVILLE, TN — Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has partnered with Matter Health to provide high-quality, on-site primary care for residents at its Northgate Terrace property. The new wellness center, which is the third to open at a KCDC residential community, provides convenient access to physical and mental health and lifestyle support. It also includes a patient lounge, consultation and virtual health room, and an exam room. Matter Health opened a similar center at KCDC’s Isabella Towers in August. “Northgate Terrace is the third KCDC property to host a wellness center for its residents,” KCDC Executive Director and CEO Ben…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Metro Public Health Department (MPHD) is now offering the seasonal flu vaccine at all three Health Department’s locations. This year’s vaccine protects against four separate strains of the influenza virus. Metro Public Health officials urge everyone six months of age and older to receive the flu vaccine this year. Those seeking a flu shot at one of MPHD’s clinics should call the individual clinic to make an appointment. Flu shots are available Monday through Friday from 8am to 3:30pm at MPHD’s three preventative health clinics. Walk-ins will not be accepted after 2:30pm. Appointments can be made…