Steelers didn’t look too far for their top pick, QB Kenny Pickett by Mike Pelaia, For New Pittsburgh Courier The 2022 NFL Draft is officially in the books and the Pittsburgh Steelers are receiving high draft grades from all the pundits. They went out and drafted their next franchise quarterback (at least they think they did) in the first round when they selected Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett. Many think Pickett was the best quarterback in the draft; clearly the Steelers thought so, too, making him the first quarterback off the board with the 20th selection. I’ll agree that Pickett was…
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Judge Greg Mathis, 62, was presented with a star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, Wednesday. Mr. Mathis, host of the Daytime Emmy Award-winning nationally syndicated, Judge Mathis, was joined by family, friends, TV executives, for the star unveiling. “It is my hope that this most prestigious honor of my career would bring hope to the many people who are inspired by my journey, right as they step over me,” Judge Mathis said. There were numerous guest speakers at the special event along the Hollywood Blvd where they talked about Mr. Mathis’ impact on their life and in society. “I wouldn’t…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 6, 2022) – After a two-year hiatus, The Equity Alliance will host its third annual Black Women’s Empowerment Brunch to recognize and celebrate Black women across the state for their social, political and business contributions. In addition to the brunch, this year the nonprofit will host a daylong summit, and both events will take place July 9 and 10 at the Nashville Fairgrounds. “Black women in Tennessee are diligently serving, thriving, and leading at home, throughout their communities, at work, and in entrepreneurship. As an organization, these are the things that we love to see and encourage.…
(This story was first published in TN Holler) Knoxville, Tenn.–Yesterday we were horrified to find a message in our Twitter DM’s from someone in Knoxville, bringing our attention to a deeply RACIST VIDEO out of GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY in KNOXVILLE where a group of basketball players are yelling about hating Black people (using a different word) as one wore a KKK hood. (Trigger warning ) The school says it’s says it’s taking “appropriate disciplinary steps”, which we’re told means multiple expulsions (3-7), not by the school, but by people close to it. GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Head of School Dr. Tony Pointer has issued a statement about the deeply…
(Los Angeles, CA), – On Friday May 6th, Black-owned streetwear brand, Homme+Femme, sponsored Steve Wilson’s Derby eve party at 21C Museum Hotel benefiting the Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund. The evening included a performance by Guest of Honor, Jack Harlow. Homme+Femme created exclusive t-shirts for all attendees designed by Homme+Femme Content Director, Sarah Katz. Notable attendees include, Founder of 21C Museum Hotels Steve Wilson, BBC Executive Valerie Bruce, Kentucky Mayoral Candidate Craig Greenberg, and Kentucky sports radio personality Matt Jones among others. LA based streetwear brand, Homme+Femme, recently launched their first ever collaboration with Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby. With designs created…
NASHVILLE – On Friday, May 6, routes operating around Nashville International Airport and downtown Nashville may be impacted between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. due to road closures associated with the Vice President’s visit to Nashville. Customers should expect significant delays and rolling road closures between Tennessee State University and Downtown before 9 a.m. on Sat. May 7. Customers should anticipate delays and service interruptions, particularly on routes serving the following areas: Airport/Donelson6 Lebanon Pike18 Airport55 Murfreesboro Pike84 MurfreesboroWeGo Star afternoon trips Tennessee State University29 Jefferson77 Thompson/Wedgewood We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and we appreciate your patience. We will…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)–The service honoring the life and legacy of Dr. T. B. Boyd III will be held on Thursday, May 12, 2022, at The Temple Church in Nashville, Tennessee. Visitation with the family will begin at 11 a.m., and the service will begin at noon. The Boyd family and R.H. Boyd team greatly appreciate the expression of condolences and prayers that we have received. It is comforting during this time of bereavement. Additional details will be posted as they become available. The Boyd family and R.H. Boyd team released the following statement: It is with deep sorrow that…
Washington D.C.–President Joe Biden named Karine Jean-Pierre to be the next White House press secretary, the first Black woman and openly LGBTQ person to serve in the role, with incumbent Jen Psaki set to leave the post next week. Jean-Pierre takes on the role as the White House faces an uphill battle to help Democrats hold onto the House and Senate in this fall’s midterm elections, and as the administration struggles to address Americans’ concerns about soaring inflation and the state of the economy. She also comes into the job as Biden faces a daunting array of foreign policy challenges, including the…
By Ben Jealous Something amazing just happened in the U.S. Capitol. On one day, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a confirmation hearing for five extraordinary women of color who have been nominated to federal judgeships by President Joe Biden. This judicial Dream Team will make our courts more representative of the American people. As judges, they will make our system more just. And they are building on an already exceptional record by the Biden White House and the Senate’s Democratic leadership to nominate and confirm what is by far the most diverse set of federal judges ever. What a difference…