Brandon Marshall promoted to Deputy Communications Director; Chris Echegaray joins as Head Speechwriter NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Mayor John Cooper announced the expansion of his communications team, which is tasked with keeping the public informed about the priorities and work of the Mayor’s Office and Metro Davidson County government. Brandon Marshall, who has served as Digital Director and LGBTQ Liaison in the Mayor’s Office since October 2019, will now serve in the newly created position of Deputy Communications Director and LGBTQ Liaison. Marshall will continue to oversee digital strategy, and will take on expanded responsibilities on the communications team, including serving as a…
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CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Austin Peay State University recently experienced the highest fundraising year in the University’s history. During the 2022 fiscal year, APSU raised $27.6 million in gifts and pledges from 2,367 donors. That amount represents a 47% increase in the average annual fundraising amount over last year’s $14.6 million and a 31% increase over the last five years. “We are proud that this memorable achievement can help our University rise to new heights,” APSU Vice President for Alumni, Engagement and Philanthropy Kris Phillips said. “Many exceptional programs and initiatives are on the horizon for Austin Peay, and we are…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (TN Tribune)– Dismas House, one of the largest residential reentry programs in Tennessee, announces the promotion of Jessica Guzman to lead the agency’s development team as the new Vice President of Development. Guzman spent the previous year serving as Dismas House’s Development Manager, heading behind-the-scenes efforts that led to the agency having its best fundraising year to date. Her creativity saw Dismas House seamlessly pivot its annual Forgiveness Luncheon fundraiser into a virtual event last fall only weeks before it was set to go live. The event became its most successful to date, raising over $200,000 despite the change. Guzman…
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Satpreet Bajaj had a tough time managing her toddler practice dental hygiene which encouraged her to write “Palace in the Pond” (published by Xlibris), a story that throws light on a unique subject of kid’s oral hygiene. Kevin and Skylar are on spring break. Skylar mentions her mom talks her into brushing her teeth, which is not her favorite thing to do. While at the park, kids are surprised to find Prince Frog who did not like to brush as well. Readers are invited to come along on a journey with the kids as they hatch the…
By Chuck Hobbs When the NFL froze out Colin Kaepernick due to his social justice stances back in 2017, I was among a number of football fans that quickly soured on the League to the point that in the five years since, I haven’t watched a single full game! Nupes Colin Kaepernick (center) and Eric Reid (r) reminding that Black Lives Matter in 2016… Not one! Hobbservation Point is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe now While Kaepernick was able to settle a lawsuit and reportedly is…
National—This past Thursday Dr. Diane Nash ’61, civil rights icon and Fisk alumna, was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. Along with 16 other recipients, including legendary civil rights attorney Mr. Fred Gray and Olympic gymnast turned advocate Ms. Simone Biles, Dr. Nash, a founding member of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, was honored for her extraordinary contributions to the civil rights movement. Dr. Nash received the Medal from President Joe Biden at the White House and insisted that: “the medal is shared with hundreds of thousands of patriotic Americans that have sacrificed so much for the…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)–Vernon Winfrey, age 89, of Nashville, TN, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2022. He was preceded in death by his wife Zelma Winfrey and survived by his daughter, Oprah Winfrey, and son, Thomas Walker. An Army veteran and deacon, he leaves behind a legacy of service, including the sole proprietor of the Winfrey Barber Shop in East Nashville. From 1975-1991, he served on the Nashville Metropolitan Council representing the 5th district. He also served on the Board of Trustees for Tennessee State University and the Tennessee State Barber Board. In 2016, Vernon was inducted into the National Barber Hall of Fame and…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)– On July 22-23, Brown Girls Do Gymnastics’ 6th Annual Conference will be hosted on the campus of Fisk University. This year’s conference will be preceded by a 3-day intensive gymnastics camp for upper level gymnasts ages 13 & up, Camp Isla- Fisk. “We are removing obstacles for Black and brown girls to get the training, network, and community they need to reach their gymnastics goals,” said Derrin Moore, founder of BGDG. “Our work to help HBCUs launch gymnastics programming is only one piece of the puzzle. We are creating a system to provide full support of…
When news first emerged about a deadly airborne virus that was quickly spreading around the world, one would have thought that any divisions would be cast aside, and Americans would unite to combat a common threat. Instead, what transpired was that Covid, and more specifically how to manage it, became a political dogfight, whereby even wearing a mask represented a political statement. And now, after 1 million deaths, months of squabbling over stimulus aid, street protests, vaccine mandates, chronic supply problems, compulsory mask wearing, and enforced social distancing, two years of nation infighting has not moved the needle for almost…
New York, NY —HarperCollins Publishers announced today MY NAME IS A STORY, a debut picture book from GRAMMY® Award–winning singer-songwriter, actress, and philanthropist Ashanti, with illustrations by Monica Mikai. Inspired by Ashanti’s real-life experiences, MY NAME IS A STORY is an uplifting picture book that will instill confidence in its readers. Told through the perspective of her younger self, Ashanti celebrates her name’s meaning, spelling, and pronunciation. As she learns more about her name, she learns more about herself. This joyful book is perfect for any child struggling to embrace what makes them special and unique.Ashanti is a GRAMMY® Award–winning…