Washington, D.C. — Today, advocacy organizations, representing millions of educators, civil rights champions, school employees, students, and families have filed a lawsuit to stop the Trump Administration’s illegal attempts to dismantle the United States Department of Education. The plaintiffs include the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), public school parents, The National Education Association (NEA), and AFSCME Maryland Council 3, and they are supported by Student Defense and Education Law Center (ELC). Since taking office, Trump Administration officials have taken an escalating series of steps to dismantle the Department, including a series of staff reductions and the termination of $1.5…
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The Kroger grocery store will temporarily close on May 1 as interior renovations begin Nashville, TN (TN Tribune) – Kroger announced recently its store located at 800 Monroe Street in Nashville will be undergoing a major remodel. The updates will result in a temporary store closure starting on May 1, 2025, until renovations are complete. This extensive process, representing a $22 million investment in the community, will expand the store’s size from 45,573 square feet to over 72,000 square feet. Serving the community since 1995, the Monroe Street Kroger last underwent a minor remodel in 2015. Due to the scale…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune) — Vice Mayor Angie E. Henderson of Nashville has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2025 Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee, and District 2 Council Member and Budget & Finance Committee Vice Chair Kyonzté Toombs has been reappointed to the Finance, Administration, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee. The appointments were announced by NLC President Steve Patterson, Mayor of Athens, OH. “I appreciate the opportunity to bring a Nashville perspective to NLC’s policy work. Having served for eight years on Metro Council’s Public Works (now Transportation & Infrastructure) Committee, with a focus on provision of…
The deadline to apply for our Summer 2025 Internship Program is almost here! Applications close on Friday, March 28, 2025, so please remind any students or young professionals in your network to submit theirs before it’s too late. Internship Options Congressional Internship Pathways to C-Suite Internship Program Dates May 27 – July 27, 2025 Location Washington, D.C. Criteria 2.5 GPA (Congressional Interns) or 3.0 GPA (C-Suite Interns) Permanent resident or university attendance in the district of a CBC Member Enrolled as a full-time student or recent college graduate upon acceptance *Interns cannot be enrolled in outside courses or partake in any employment that…
Nashville, TN – In a significant achievement for the rights of deaf prisoners, three deaf men and Disability Rights Tennessee reached a settlement with the Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) that will provide videophones, sign language interpreters, and other necessary accommodations for deaf people incarcerated in TDOC facilities. The settlement concluded the long-running case of Trivette v. Tennessee Department of Correction, filed in March of 2020 alleging TDOC was violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act by failing to provide effective communication for deaf people in its custody. Disability Rights Tennessee (DRT), the Protection and Advocacy (P&A)…
NASHVILLE, TN – The Metro Council Minority Caucus is proud to host its annual reception on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Cal Turner Family Center at Meharry Medical College. Doors will open at 5:00 PM, with the program beginning promptly at 5:45 PM. Parking will be available in Lot K at 21st Ave N and Meharry Blvd. “Our annual reception is a highly anticipated event that presents an opportunity to celebrate and uplift our diverse culture and community. We’re proud to recognize outstanding individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to our mission of…
NLADA’s community of advocates—including civil legal aid, public defense, and representatives of low-income and marginalized communities—work daily to uphold the government’s commitment to safety and stability. This community both receives federal funding to provide services and in turn provides services to help clients access vital federally-funded supports. At the heart of NLADA’s mission are individuals directly impacted by government policies who can not afford legal services. Civil legal aid and public defense stand in the gap providing those critical legal services and have been historically underfunded. And this is despite a glaring need for their services. The Bureau of…
Brownsville, Tenn. — The West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center in Brownsville is celebrating Black History Month with the grand opening of its new exhibition, “The Black Farm Experience.” The exhibit, which opened to the public Thursday, February 13, explores the rich history of Black farmers in the region, highlighting their significant contributions and accomplishments. “We are happy to be able to premiere this exhibition during Black History Month,” said Sonia Outlaw-Clark, Center director. “The contributions of the Black farmer to our community and region are an incredible testament to perseverance and determination.” “The Black Farm Experience” traces the journey of African American…
NASHVILLE, Tenn., – Dowdle Construction Group, an award-winning general contractor across the commercial, institutional, mixed-use and public sectors, announced today that Founder and Principal Glynn Dowdle has retired. Principals Allen Buchanan and Chase Manning will lead Dowdle as its top executives. During his 30 plus-year career in construction, Glynn Dowdle transformed spaces across Nashville, specializing in restoring and repurposing historic builds. Among his notable projects, which showcase his dedication to preserving the city’s architectural heritage, are L&L Market, the 1865 Condos, Sunnyside Mansion, Mike Wolfe’s building restoration on Jo Johnston Avenue, Metro Fire Hall 16 and Silo Studios. The Dowdle…
Columbia, TN –– USA Cylinder Corp announced today the successful acquisition of California Cylinder, a move that marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to quality, growth, and exceptional service. Owned by Chief Executive Officer Brittany Carrico and Chief Financial Officer Jennifer Hylin, USA Cylinder Corp will continue to build upon the legacy of excellence established by the Brown Family, who have been part of the welding and gas industry for more than 70 years. With this acquisition, USA Cylinder Corp, based in Columbia, TN, is growing its reach and adding more capacity to better serve customers nationwide. This…