NASHVILLE, TN — They were on the front lines, and served behind the scenes, of some of the most important social and civic missions of the 20th Century, from desegregation to education and social reform, from helping heal the sick to opening avenues to the arts, journalism, and raising a joyful ruckus for a good cause. And when there wasn’t a seat at a power table filled with men, they created one of their own. We invite you to join The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee as we honor seven trailblazing Women of Wonder with the 26th annual Joe Kraft…
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NASHVILLE, TN — Mrs. Jackie Harris, First Lady of American Baptist College, along with her husband, Dr. Forrest Harris, Sr. has served in that capacity for 20 years. Dr. Harris, Sr. became president in 1999. Hosted by First Lady of Meharry Medical College, Phyllis Hildreth, J.D., the event was filled with love, appreciation and Joy. Mrs. Hildreth explained, “It was a pleasure to recognize First Lady Jackie Harris on this milestone occasion.” Co-chairs of the event were Mrs. Dot Berry and Mrs. Eleanor Graves. Mrs. Berry could not attend because of a planned trip out of the country. However, Mrs.…
NASHVILLE, TN — Education advocate Dr. Leonard Haynes III joins Dr. Bernard Lafayette as the presenting speaker at the ABC Presidential Scholarship Gala on Thursday, October 10 at the Downtown Renaissance Hotel, located at 611 Commerce Street. The reception is at 5:30 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m. In his role in the U. S. Department of Education, Dr. Haynes was significantly important to ABC gaining HBCU status from that federal agency. “Dr. Haynes worked with us in a caring and supportive way to ensure we met all the requirements and guidelines,” said ABC President Forrest Harris. “It…
NASHVILLE, TN — More than 1,000 Nashvillians gathered Wednesday to honor the accomplishments of Nashville’s public schools and welcome four new inductees into the Nashville Public Education Foundation’s Public Schools Hall of Fame during its 15th annual honorees’ luncheon, presented by First Tennessee Bank. Janet Miller and Joey Hatch served as event co-chairs for the celebration. “This event is centered around celebrating our city’s teachers, leaders and community members who give the children of Nashville the opportunity to thrive and succeed in school every day,” said event co-chair Joey Hatch. “We are proud to shine a light on those who…
NASHVILLE, TN — Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center (MWCHC), Nashville’s oldest non-profit medical center, has announced further details surrounding Tea & Conversations. The event will take place October 12 from 11 am to 1 pm at Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center located at 1035 14th Avenue South. Tickets are $10 and are on sale now. Tea and Conversations is an exciting and dynamic event that brings together women for an afternoon of inspiration, information, and empowerment in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Sample a delicious selection of teas and tea sandwiches while enjoying live music and having community-driven conversations…
NASHVILLE, TN – On his first day at work, Mayor John Cooper sat down with reporters and announced some personnel changes in the Metro Finance Department, City Hall, and the Metropolitan Development and Housing Authority (MDHA). Talia Lomax-O’dneal is stepping down as director of the Finance Department. She will take a civil service position in the department. Kevin Crumbo, a business turnaround specialist and former partner at KraftCPAs, will become the new Finance Director. He is currently serving as Chair of the Nashville Symphony Board of Directors. He has consulted with numerous non-profits including the Tennessee Justice Center, Habitat for…
Editor’s note: The following is a letter sent to all the Presidential Democratic Party candidates from mayors in four Southern cities: Columbia, South Carolina, New Orleans, Louisiana, Jackson, Mississippi, and Birmingham, Alabama. It is customary for presidential hopefuls to visit the South because the primaries in those states are early, in February or March, and early victories mean candidates can expect to do better as other primaries take place. It is also customary for Democratic Party officials in every state to expect things from a candidate they support if they get elected. But since most of the Southern states are…
NASHVILLE, TN — Civil rights Activist, Bernard Lafayette will keynote the American Baptist College (ABC) Presidential Scholarship Gala. The event is a recognition for the 95th Anniversary of ABC and the 20th anniversary of the presidency of Dr. Forrest Harris, who became president in 1999. The scholarship gala takes place on Thursday, October 10, 2019. The reception begins at 5:30 p.m. and the program will be at 7 p. m. at the Nashville Downtown Renaissance Hotel, 211 Commerce Street, Nashville. For ticket and sponsorship information, visit ABCNash.edu or Eventbrite. International star, Dr. Bobby Jones, producer and host of the…
NASHVILLE, TN — KIPP Nashville celebrated the opening of its new K – 8 campus, KIPP Antioch College Prep with a ribbon cutting ceremony honoring its founding families and students. With this addition, KIPP Nashville operates seven schools and educates 2,300 students across Davidson County. “This is an exciting moment for KIPP Nashville, as we continue to reach new families and students in service of our vision that one day, every student in Nashville will have access to a free, high-quality college-preparatory education,” Randy Dowell, KIPP Nashville Executive Director, said. “Fifteen years ago, we launched that vision with one middle…
LEXINGTON, TN — Nashville-based fintech company Advance Financial recently cut the ribbon at the company’s newest store in Tennessee, located in Lexington. To mark the occasion, the Advance Financial Foundation donated $1,000 to Henderson County 4-H. “It’s a mission of ours to be a valuable part of every community where we offer our services,” said Shantrelle Johnson, VP of corporate citizenship for Advance Financial. “Through the Advance Financial Foundation, we are able to assist local organizations who are also working to make a difference. It is an honor to support the exceptional programs they offer.” The new Lexington location, located…