NASHVILLE, TN — Neighborhood Health is offering both free flu shots and free COVID boosters to everyone at its Downtown Nashville clinic, with a special emphasis on vaccinating the homeless population. Supply of the new COVID booster is currently limited, so priority is being given to the most vulnerable individuals. Vaccinations are free for everyone, including those with health insurance and those without. Free flu and COVID vaccines will be available at other Neighborhood Health locations during special vaccination events and as they become more readily available. Experts suggest getting the flu and COVID vaccines at the same time to…
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NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists will present its signature event, “Headliners and Heroes” to raise scholarship funds for college students and recognize media professionals who have made outstanding contributions in the field of journalism and communication. The event will be held Sunday, Nov. 5 from 3-6 p.m. located at the Lighthouse on the Lake, 133 Sanders Ferry Road in Hendersonville, Tennessee, and feature special guests, entertainment, and a brief recognition ceremony at 4 p.m. Nashville NABJ will honor five outstanding journalists and communication professionals recognizing their years of work and service to…
NASHVILLE – WeGo Public Transit and the Nashville Soccer Club are partnering to offer express service to the Tuesday, November 7 playoff game at Geodis Park. Buses will stop at two park-and-ride locations – Old Fort Park in Murfreesboro and the Hickory Hollow stop located at the Global Mall in Antioch. Cost is $8.50 for a round trip ticket and available through the QuickTicket fare payment system, which can be found at QuickTicketTN.com. Fans should purchase two “1-Ride Express Bus Passes” to cover their round trip fare on their QuickTicket card or phone app. Parking is free at both park-and-ride lots. The drop-off and pick-up…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-The 2020 Racial Reckoning is three years passed. The inevitable backlash that comes with accelerated social progress is going full steam. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts are being demonized, weaponized, and exploited for political gain. How do we navigate these rough waters? How do we ensure, despite these headwinds, we are positioning our organizations to grow and accomplish our missions? In an increasingly diverse talent and consumer market, what does it mean to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and belonging? Join us for this important webinar as we explore the path forward for DEIAB on November 1, 2023, from…
Nashville, Tennessee – The Islamic Center of Williamson County and the Al-Farooq Islamic Center extend a warm invitation to the community for our “Meet Your Muslim Neighbor” event. Join us as we explore the theme of fostering harmony among Jews, Muslims, and people of diverse faiths during challenging times. These gatherings aim to strengthen understanding bonds while celebrating our vibrant community’s rich tapestry. Locations: 1. Sat. Oct. 28 10.30 am: Islamic Center of Williamson County – 320 Mallory Station Rd, Franklin, TN 2. Sun. Oct. 29 12:00 pm: Al-Farooq Islamic Center – 67 Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN 37311 Our “Meet Your…
Nashville, Tennessee – (TN Tribune) – You Have The Power, a local advocacyorganization for victims of violence, is proud to announce the “You Have The Power: Walk the Talk” walk taking place on October 28, 2023, at 11 a.m. in Centennial Park. This event is a meaningful initiative aimed at honoring the lives of those who have tragically lost their lives to violence in Davidson County. The funds raised through this event will support the Children’s Memory Garden, the Youth Impact Curriculum, and You Have The Power’s other efforts to address the issues that are affecting our communities, including gun…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Stars recently visited Chattanooga to meet with area business and community leaders and to share updates on our progress. Board member Dave Stewart joined community engagement and operations manager Mia Vickers to visit with Mayors Weston Wamp and Tim Kelly, the Chattanooga Chamber, the Chattanooga Lookouts, TVA, and Hinton & Company to share news about the Stars’ work to bring Major League Baseball to Tennessee. Their visit shined a light on the Hamilton County market, its growth, and its continuing impact on Tennessee tourism and the region’s economy. It’s another example of how the Stars…
By Adam Friedman FRANKLIN, TN — Franklin Mayor Ken Moore defeated alderman Gabrielle Hanson in a suburban Middle Tennessee mayor’s race that drew unusually high attention after Hanson refused to denounce support from a group of neo-Nazis. Moore won 80 percent of the vote compared to Hanson’s 20 percent. He was helped by a significant turnout which saw 16,209 ballots cast in the mayor’s race. By comparison in the 2019 Franklin mayoral race 3,475 people voted. “I don’t think the battle with some of these folks is over, [but] I think we’ve started to win the battle even more,” Moore…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville District Attorney’s Office has been selected by the Association of Prosecuting Attorneys (APA) as a pilot site for establishing locally tailored diversion programs for criminalized survivors of gender-based violence. The office will partner with YWCA Nashville and Middle Tennessee to provide services that create alternative pathways in lieu of traditional prosecution for criminalized survivors to address underlying trauma. There is a strong correlation between survivors of gender-based violence and eventual interface with the criminal justice system, yet few resources exist to address this through opportunities for diversion, services and a pathway to healing for survivors.…
NASHVILLE, TN — Nashville has a new mayor, one who was a vocal critic of the several sports stadium deals put together by the previous administration. But with the deal approved for a $2.1 billion new Tennessee Titans stadium and Nashville committed to continue racing at the Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway in some form, the question now is what type of deals the new administration will work out to complete those deals. The Titans stadium deal is already approved, including $500 million ($22.6 million in payments per year) in funds bonded by the state of Tennessee and a $3.1 billion tax…