The Metro Historical Commission, will hold a public gathering at First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill on Thursday, December 14th from 5:00-7:00pm,to present findings from the two-year-long Nashville Civil Rights Movement Documentation Project. The project documented over 120 historic buildings and places associated with the local movement through field survey and public engagement via an online survey and interviews with veterans of the Nashville Student Movement. This work was funded in part by an African American Civil Rights grant from the Historic Preservation Fund, administered by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior. Attendees of the public gathering will learn more about the Nashville Civil Rights Documentation Project…
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By Jae Jones African-Americans have long embraced the tradition of honoring Thanksgiving. Even during slavery time, Africans took time to be thankful for what they had, which of course was not much. In 1777, when the Continental Congress delivered a decree for the 13 colonies to give thanks for reaching a victory over the British at Saratoga, the Africans also took part in the celebration throughout the region. And, the tradition continued as a custom of rejoicing for rain to break droughts and plenty of harvest. So, what did the slaves eat on this day they were allowed to celebrate?…
JACKSON, MS — Higher education officials in Mississippi voted Thursday to name a new president of Jackson State University, the state’s largest historically Black university. The board of trustees for the state Institutions of Higher Learning named Dr. Marcus L. Thompson the 13th JSU president, concluding a months long search that began after the March 31 resignation of the university’s former president Thomas K. Hudson. Dr. Thompson currently serves as the deputy commissioner and chief administrative officer of the Institutions of Higher Learning public university system. “The board selected a leader who knows the unique historic importance of the university who will articulate…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Black Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 25-year anniversary at its milestone gala and honored the Nashville Stars with the Most Valuable Partners award. Nashville Stars Co-Founder Alberto Gonzales accepted the award on behalf of the Nashville Stars. The NBCC is the membership of choice for African American businesses and business professionals in the Nashville Metropolitan Area. Founded in 1998 by The Tennessee Tribune CEO and publisher Rosetta Miller-Perry, the Chamber sustains its mission to empower and encourage prosperity for Nashville’s African American businesses in a variety of ways, especially by connecting businesses and business professionals with worthwhile partnerships that…
NASHVILLE, TN — Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced last week two key judicial appointments for state courts. “I am proud to announce the appointment of these highly qualified individuals and value the significant experience they will bring to their respective roles,” said Gov. Lee. “I appreciate their leadership and am confident they will serve Tennesseans with integrity.” The following Tennesseans have been appointed: • Terry Fann – 16th Judicial District Circuit Court • Erin Nations – 21st Judicial District Circuit Court Terry Fann currently serves as an attorney at Waldron, Fann & Parsley. Fann earned his bachelor’s degree at the…
NASHVILLE, TN — KEVA Inc will be having its 4th Annual No Child Home Alone for Christmas Extravaganza on Saturday, December 16, 2023. The Extravaganza will start at 10 am and last until all the gifts are distributed. The Extravaganza will occur at Jefferson Street Baptist Church, at 2708 Jefferson Street, in Nashville. This is the 3rd year in a row that we will be in partnership with Jefferson Street Baptist, under the leadership of Pastor Aaron Marable. “Jefferson Street Baptist Church has historically been a light and strong support in the African American community,” per Reverend Venita Lewis, Executive Director of KEVA…
NASHVILLE, TN — As the holidays approach, the Nashville Fire Department, BLAZE Mentoring Program, and Nashville Fire Hockey Team are all hosting and/or partnering in various events throughout the season to promote community engagement. Nashville- Give One Get One 2023 The Nashville Fire Department will partner with Invocation to host the “Nashville Give One Get One 2023” event. It will take place Saturday, December 2nd from 10am – 2pm at the Nashville Fire Department Training Academy (2601 Buena Vista Pike, Nashville, TN 37218). This event is free, and open to children ages 3-17 in Nashville and Davidson County. There will…
BIRMINGHAM, AL — Nearly 1,000 adults and youths attended a Black “Community Wealth Building Day” on Saturday, November 11, sponsored by the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB). Over the next two years, NAREB will host similar events in more than 80 cities. The events provide classes, workshops, and one-on-one counseling to advise families on homebuying, investing, and careers in real estate. At the Star Church, attendees participated in one-on-one sessions with Realtists (NAREB members), an attorney, and a NAREB Investment Division (NID) Housing Counseling counselor. There were also sessions on the ABCs of homebuying, educating people on how…
CARY, NC — Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. – a historically Black sorority – has completed a pledge made in 2021 to raise $1 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This achievement comes days before the international collegiate and nonprofit community service organization’s 101st anniversary, marking over a century of commitment to helping those in need. At the time of the original announcement, Sigma Gamma Rho had already raised nearly $500,000 for St. Jude. As part of the push to reach $1 million, Sigma Gamma Rho pledged a three-year sponsorship for the annual St. Jude Walk/Run, held during Childhood…
By BOTWCS It’s a monumental moment! Two icons, tennis phenom Serena Williams and civil rights pioneer Ruby Bridges, are set to be inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame, NBC News reports. Bridges and Williams have been added to the 2024 inductee class, along with eight other honorees announced this past spring. Both women have contributed enormous strides in the world. Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam tennis champion, is one of the most decorated athletes of our time. She was also recently honored as the first athlete to win the Fashion Icon Award from the Council of Fashion Designers…