By Ms. June NASHVILLE, TN — Michael Grant, a native of Nashville, is ready to hit the ground running and get to the bottom of the affordable housing crisis that continues to plague the citizens. Grant is no stranger to invoking change, handling business and making a difference in the community as he was the former head of the National Bankers Association for almost a decade. He returns to the area with a solid plan, a mission and a team of professionals committed to helping make homeownership become a reality for anyone who has the desire to purchase a home. …
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By Ms. June EXCLUSIVE — NASHVILLE, TN — As Nashville continues to bask in the title of being known as the “It City,” the new award winning developer that will help overhaul the Nashville airport is including minority businesses in the concession program in the equation at the onset. Fraport-USA, led by dynamic CEO Ben Zandi is very passionate about minority and women-owned businesses as he is a Tennessean who hails from a long line of conglomerate success directly from Bristol, TN. The former Bristol, TN Vice-Mayor and Council member believes it is a duty to reach back to pull…
By Ms. June NASHVILLE, TN — Mr. John Smith affectionately known as “Big John” is not only a standout at a healthy six feet four inches tall but he comes from a long lineage of law enforcement. His grandfather known as Big John was one of the first black African American police officers in Nashville in 1948 and his father, also Big John joined the Nashville police force in 1963. As a Davidson County Sheriff Deputy for over 25 years, Big John is a recognizable presence that has been serving dispute documents for court dates and orders of protection throughout…
By Ms. June NASHVILLE, TN — It’s a new day and a new time in Nashville especially for healthcare for the underserved community. Under the on-going leadership of Dr. Joseph Webb, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nashville General Hospital, in light of the past controversies, the hospital is moving full speed ahead with meetings its goals and maintaining its commitment to serve. As evidenced by the renewal of Dr. Webb’s contract, he has been entrusted to continue the hospitals hefty mission of treating, educating and healing citizens. The community continues to embrace and support Nashville General Hospitals efforts to…
By Ms. June NASHVILLE, TN — With several months in the position under her belt – marked by upgrades to the Council’s transparency, engagement, and oversight; stepping in to oppose the latest waste facility proposed in our community; and taking steps to bring the Council together – Acting Vice Mayor Sheri Weiner is running for the official position of Vice Mayor in the August 2 election. Weiner took the helm of the acting Vice Mayor position after the overly populated special election launched Mayor Briley into the leadership role for Davidson County. No stranger to Nashville politics, Ms. Weiner shares…
Acting Vice Mayor Sheri Weiner Running for Position in the upcoming August election.
By Ms. June NASHVILLE, TN —Jim Shulman may hail from the luxury and comfort of the Green Hills zip code but unlike other candidates vying for the Vice Mayor position, he is willing and ready to face the affordable housing crisis head on and hold the Metro Council accountable for future roles in solving the crisis. With an uncanny formula to demonstrate that education can lead to being able to afford housing in Nashville, Mr. Shulman is the first to admit that anyone who wants to live in Nashville, should be able to afford to live here and enjoy the…
Ms. June interviews Pastor Howard Jones who is running for State Senate for District 19. Tune in for his political platform, goals for the community, views on education, gun control, leadership and how he will help with affordable housing and getting jobs for the citizens of the community.
By Ms. June NASHVILLE, TN — With another election around the corner that can change the political landscape of Nashville, Pastor Howard E. Jones confidently proclaims he is not intimidated by the footprints left behind by the retiring State Senator Thelma Harper but inspired, honored and eager. Pastor Jones is no stranger to Nashville as he is a native, a graduate of Tennessee State University (TSU), and currently serves as the senior pastor at Fairfield Missionary Baptist Church in Goodlettsville, TN. It is duly noted that prior to Senator Thelma Harper holding this position as the Senate representative for…