Nashville, TN (TN Tribune)–Spencer Fane LLP announced its combination with Bone McAllester Norton PLLC, one of Nashville’s preeminent law firms and one known for its deep commitment to clients and the community. Effective October 1, 2021, the addition brings 38 total attorneys practicing from Nashville and Hendersonville. “As our firm has experienced significant growth in the Nashville market, joining Spencer Fane allows us to stay true to the philosophy that made our firm successful – a culture of humility and service, commitment to invest in the surrounding community, and a laser focus on retaining top legal talent – while being able to continue…
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NASHVILLE, TN (TN Tribune) – The Mayor’s Office, Metro Department of Human Resources and Metro Action Commission will host an in-person career fair on Saturday, October 16 from 10 am until 2 pm in the lobby area at Southeast Community Center – 5260 Hickory Hollow Parkway. All employers are Metro Government departments and Metro related agencies. The following agencies will be on site to discuss career opportunities: Nashville Department of Transportation (NDOT) Metro Water Services State Trial Courts Department of Emergency Communications Metro Codes Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Metro Health Department Information Technology Metro Nashville Police Department
California Governor Gavin Newsom discussed reparations, the recent recall and his future focus as governor. (E. Mesiyah McGinnis/L.A. Sentinel) Governor Gavin Newsom gives his assessment about various issues important to Californians California Governor Gavin Newsom offered his candid assessment about a range of topics during an exclusive interview with L.A. Sentinel Managing Editor Brandon I. Brooks. The dialogue occurred on Thursday, September 30, following Newsom’s signing of legislation to return Bruce’s Beach to the descendants of the original owners of the resort (see story on page A-1). Brooks met with the governor on the Bruce family property in Manhattan Beach…
(Black PR Wire) VENICE, CA — JunBugg Fitness Social Network, Wall Street’s “first and only luxury social media brand,” created by African American founder Louis Green, todayannounced the launch of its NextGen fitness website. Using computer algorithms, JunBuggintegrate entertainment into health by sharing unique fitness solutions related to one’s bodytype, to achieve weight loss in least time for a higher quality life. The start-up website boasts a sleek interface, vibrant logo, sophisticated font-type, and beautiful images, built on sophisticated software engineering. Through social engagement, members of similar health conditions and body-types share fitness strategies and medical solutions to get fit.…
TN Tribune–With the purpose of being accessible to all, the author writes in a conversational style. Exploring how life can change, and not always positively, he demonstrates how the human spirit can overcome those circumstances. Additionally, Key speaks candidly about growing up Black in California in the 1970s and 1980s. Wanting to empower others, the author examines his own weaknesses and fears. Through this study, he hopes to help people:• recognize failures and successes along their journey; • approach race and diversity with sensitivity and courage;• heal from an unhealthy relationship before starting a new one;• face trials and controversy…
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Dr. Brandon Di Paolo Harrison, Austin Peay State University assistant professor of accounting, will take his accounting expertise to an international level thanks to a new research fellowship with the Universidad del Centro Educativo Latinoamericano (UCEL) in Argentina. UCEL provides competitive research fellowships to recipients in Latin American countries. Di Paolo Harrison will be the first fellow from outside of Latin America. “I am humbled and honored to have been selected as a research fellow at UCEL,” Di Paolo Harrison said. “I look forward to collaborating with researchers in Argentina and Brazil to investigate international accounting topics.”…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (TN Tribune) – Nashville Public Library and the Nashville Public Library Foundation are proud to honor award-winning and New York Times best-selling author Colson Whitehead as the 2021 Literary Award winner during the upcoming Literary Award Weekend. Whitehead’s impressive collection of works and his commitment to the education of disadvantaged students and young people of color make him the ideal recipient for this award. “We are elated to honor Colson Whitehead, after two years of waiting, and to spend the weekend celebrating literacy and the great work of the Library,” said Shawn Bakker, president of the Nashville Public…
Nashville, TN (TN Tribune)—-Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) may only receive a total of $2 billion instead of $45 billion initially promised by President Biden’s initial bill. The reduction is reportedly due to funding becoming “ensnared in Democratic infighting over the size of the economic package and what it should cover.” Associated Press also notes the $2 billion “can go toward educational programs and infrastructure for Black colleges, and even that amount would be reduced to competitive grant funding rather than direct allocations.” USAToday’s Tennessean reports several HBCU leaders—including Tennessee State University President Glenda Glover—testified before Congress urging Members…
By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher, The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint While a great deal of time and attention is being given to the many sins and acts of evil by Republicans and the Ultra Right who believe that their privileges are greater than our democracy, it is important to remember that “We the People” hold the keys to our own deliverance. There are more of us than them as evidenced by the last election which placed President Joe Biden in the White House instead of a second term for Trump. The Bible says “we have not because we…
Memphis, Tenn. (TN Tribune) – The University of Tennessee Health Science Center has been awarded $3.2 million from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) to upgrade the equipment and infrastructure in the UTHSC Regional Biocontainment Laboratory (RBL) to enhance the university’s research of infectious diseases, including COVID-19. Colleen Jonsson, PhD, Van Vleet Professor of Virology and director of the UTHSC Regional Biocontainment Laboratory, is the project director and principal investigator for the award that will fund improvements to the hardware and building automation system software, and provide state-of-the-art equipment for basic research and preclinical studies for testing…