By Dr. Lauren K.Waller NASHVILLE, TN — I had always heard of the Black Rodeo, but never had the opportunity to attend. To my surprise, a friend informed me about an event coming to Tennessee, June 5, 2023, called Black Rodeo USA. This immediately caught my attention and I had to research further. It was interesting to know that they are on a mission to celebrate African American History the Black Cowboy, culture and create memories, and that it did. We were reminded of Bass Reeves, a lawman and first Black deputy U. S. Marshall west of the Mississippi. Bose…
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Nashville, TN, – Save the date for a night of recognition and celebration of African American professionals in real estate. On July 13th, 2023, the Nashville chapter of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) will proudly host the Black Excellence in Real Estate Award Ceremony at 14TENN, located at 1410 51st Avenue N. Nashville, TN 37209. NAREB Nashville’s President, Furtesha Woods, shares her anticipation for the upcomingceremony, “This annual event has become a catalyst for showcasing the diverse talents andskills of black professionals in the Nashville real estate industry.” She goes on to explain, “Our focus on recognizing…
FRANKLIN, TENN. – An enviable cast of Broadway and local talent will take the stage for Studio Tenn and CPA Arts’ multi-week run of The Sound of Music at Christ Presbyterian Academy’s Soli Deo Center starting June 22. Along with the full schedule of shows in June and July, tickets are on sale now at studiotenn.org and start as low as $35. Specially priced family and student packages are also available with the ability to add additional seats at a discounted rate. The beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein musical follows Maria, a young governess, as she brings joy and music to…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Recent Antioch High School graduate Adia Musana is the 2023 recipient of the Chaput-Avery Family Foundation Scholarship. The 18-year old was selected from a stellar group of Antioch H.S. seniors who have taken part in the Chaput-Avery Family Foundation Leadership Scholars Program through YWCA’s Girls Inc. program. She will be pursuing a degree in marketing at the University of Tennessee – Chattanooga this fall. “Being awarded this scholarship means I am able to further my educational goals and not have to worry about the burden of debt, along with the stress of being a new college student.”…
(NASHVILLE, TN) – Soles4Souls, the Nashville-based, global nonprofit committed to turning shoes and clothing into opportunity, is the nonprofit partner for the second annual Music City Celebrity Golf Tournament hosted by Cromwell Media. Proceeds from the tournament held at the Hermitage Golf Course will benefit Soles4Souls’ 4EveryKid program, which provides shoes to children experiencing homelessness across the United States. The event details are as follows: WHO: Soles4Souls Cromwell Media Athletes, musicians and other local celebrities WHAT: Second Annual Music City Celebrity Golf Tournament WHEN: Wednesday, June 7 (This is a rain or shine event) Arrive by 12:30 p.m. Opening remarks will take place…
NASHVILLE —Nashville-based music company Underground Music Collective announced the launch of its new creative agency. The Creative Agency @ UMC features vetted creative professionals, known as UMC Verified Creators, to assist the UMC community of musicians and artists on building their individual platforms. “Our core philosophy comes from the belief that creative ideas should be nurtured in a supportive space. Through the new Creative Agency @ UMC, we can effectively support independent creatives, artists, and musicians, in line with our philosophy that the rising tide raises all boats.”By leveraging Underground Music Collective’s 10-year history of purpose-driven creative content, music showcases,…
By Tiana Headley · Nancy Abudu known for voting rights litigation · Work for SPLC derided by Republicans Civil rights lawyer Nancy Abudu has been confirmed to the US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, where she will be the first Black woman to sit on the Atlanta-based court. The Senate confirmed Abudu 49-47 on recently amid GOP criticism of her work with the Southern Poverty Law Center, where she served as deputy legal director and interim director for strategic litigation. She waited over a year for a confirmation vote, and was delayed in recent months by the absence of Sen.…
NASHVILLE, TN — In response to the March 27, 2023 Covenant School shooting and the increasing gun violence epidemic, Metro Council Public Health & Safety Committee Chair Jeff Syracuse will lead a series of school safety and gun violence epidemic meetings to help strengthen the Nashville community and find solutions to reduce gun violence. “As Nashville continues to grieve the loss of innocent children, teachers, and staff, I am reminded that this is not the only mass shooting our community has experienced. We must thoughtfully focus our efforts on ensuring our schools are safe and supported, and examine gun violence…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-Just two weeks left until the special election for the 52nd District seat that belongs to Rep. Justin Jones. Jones, who was expelled from it by the Tennessee General Assembly before being reappointed to it by the Metro Nashville Council three days later, currently holds the seat on an interim basis. The primary election will be held June 15, followed by the general election Aug. 3.
By Tara Copp and Lolita C. Baldor WASHINGTON, DC — President Joe Biden announced Thursday that he is tapping Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr., a history-making fighter pilot with deep knowledge of China, to serve as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Brown’s confirmation would mean that, for the first time, both the Pentagon’s top military and civilian positions would be held by African Americans. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, the first Black Pentagon chief, has been in the job since the beginning of the administration. The only other Black person to serve as Joint Chiefs chairman was Army Gen. Colin Powell. The…