NASHVILLE, TN — Middle Tennessee residents are invited to attend the National Urban League’s Community and Family Day at the Music City Center on Saturday, August 1 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The day, presented in collaboration with the Urban League of Middle Tennessee, promises to be filled with excitement, entertainment, and valuable resources for the whole family. “Everything’s happening at the Community of Family Day.” Ronda Spears Bell, Urban League senior vice president said in an interview. “We’re hoping to get 10,000 people out. It is open to everyone. Some of the opportunities that are available at the…
Author: Ronald Weathersby
NASHVILLE, TN — The 2026 National Urban League Career & Networking Fair takes place virtually on Tuesday, July 28 and in person on Wednesday, July 29 at the Music City Center. Described as more than a job fair, the event is where recruiters and job seekers connect. The Fair is free to attend and open to the public. The Career & Networking Fair has something for every individual at every stage of their personal career journey including job hunting, pivoting to a new position, or exploring new career options. Attendees can connect with top employers, explore job openings, and chat…
NASHVILLE, TN — The National Urban League Conference heads to Nashville, July 29 – August 1, 2026. Leaders from business, government, media, and social justice will convene for four days of powerful programming, meaningful dialogue, and strategic connection. As one of the nation’s most influential events on civil rights, economic empowerment, and urban advocacy, the Conference continues to drive progress and opportunity across the Urban League’s network of 92 affiliates nationwide. Rhonda Spears Bell, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at the National Urban League spoke with the Tribune about the conference which she calls, “A Family meeting… You…
NASHVILLE, TN — Nashville attorney Corletra Mance is a candidate for Circuit Court Judge, Division III. Early voting runs from April 15–30. The county primary election is May 5, 2026. Davidson County Third Circuit Court judges mainly focus on civil matters, specifically family law and domestic issues. The seat is held by Bethany Glandorf, who was appointed by Governor Bill Lee in November 2025. Mance has over 15 years of experience providing legal services in probate, personal injury, immigration, family law, and contract disputes. During that time, she has delivered trusted, results-focused representation for clients across Middle Tennessee. In an…
By Ronald W. Weathersby State Representative Aftyn Behn, the Democratic nominee in the December 2nd special congressional election in Tennessee’s 7th district is optimistic about the political trends in the district, the state and the nation. She said she believes her candidacy, which many felt was a long shot given the makeup of the congressional district maps developed by Tennessee Republicans is within striking distance of her opponent. “It’s a lot more competitive than the Republicans would like,” she explained to the Tennessee Tribune in an exclusive interview. “It’s the perfect storm. As the Cook Political Report said,…