NASHVILLE, Tenn. (TN Tribune) — As American Baptist College (ABC) concludes its Centennial celebrations, there will be other changes at the historic College. The ABC Board of Trustees has announced the upcoming retirement of President Dr. Forrest E. Harris, Sr., marking the conclusion of a distinguished 25-plus-year tenure as the College’s leader. Since assuming the presidency in July 1999, Dr. Harris has been a visionary force, guiding the institution with a steadfast commitment to theological education, social justice, and the empowerment of future leaders. “Dr. Harris’s leadership has been instrumental in strengthening ABC’s mission, elevating its national profile, and expanding its…
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Nashville, Tenn. — The Cumberland River Compact is leading Nashville’s third annual No Mow Month campaign this April. Throughout the month, Davidson County residents are encouraged to refrain from mowing their lawns—or a section of their lawns—to reduce stormwater runoff, prevent pollution, and help wildlife. Registration is open through this Saturday, March 15th; participants who register by that date will get a No Mow Month yard sign delivered to their house by the Compact’s Field Team. Through a partnership with Metro Nashville, residents who display the yard sign and make sure their grass remains under 12” tall will not be…
TENNESSEE — To ensure that residents can fly domestically and access certain federal facilities without any disruptions, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security (TDOSHS) is urging individuals to prepare for the new requirements of the REAL ID Act of 2005, which will take effect on May 7, 2025. Beginning May 7, Tennessee driver licenses and identification cards that are not REAL ID-compliant will no longer be accepted to enter certain federal buildings, military bases, nuclear power plants, or board commercial flights within the United States. Tennesseans can apply for a REAL ID before or after the May 7…
MSNBC is canceling Joy Reid’s evening news show as part of the network’s overhaul under the new presidential administration. Reid’s final show is planned for sometime this week, a source familiar with the changes said. She’s hosted “The ReidOut” on MSNBC since 2020, discussing political news and events. Reid has also anchored “The Reid Report” and “AM Joy” for the network in the past. “The final episode of Ms. Reid’s 7 p.m. show, ‘The ReidOut,’ is planned for sometime this week,” according to people who were not authorized to speak publicly, Benjamin Mullin reported for the New York Times. (Credit: MSNBC).
Nashville’s history is front and center at Mama’s Attic Doll Museum, which recently opened in Omaha, Nebraska. “The Doll Museum, a branch of Mama’s Attic Black History and Culture Museum, is an opportunity to teach Black America’s history in this county through the eyes of a doll,” said museum founder LaVon Stennis-Williams. It is reported that Mama’s Attic Doll Museum is the first of its kind in Nebraska and has the largest collection of privately owned antique and vintage Black dolls in the Midwest. The Museum’s permanent exhibit features over 500 dolls expanding three centuries. Central to the exhibit is…
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Franklin Police Department is proud to welcome six new police officers to the force. Officers Camy Barber, Taylor Britton, Kyle Hartley, Jonathan Killebrew, Bill Montgomery, and Tyler Munford were sworn in by Police Chief Deb Faulkner during a ceremony at police headquarters Thursday afternoon. Their friends and family were in attendance, along with many members of the Franklin Police Department. Barber is a Williamson County native and a Brentwood High School graduate. Prior to her employment with the Franklin Police Department, she spent four years as an officer with the Chattanooga Police Department. Britton grew up…
The Nashville Office of Emergency Management has issued the following essential safety tips to remember when sledding: 1. Dress Warmly �Wear layers, a waterproof jacket, gloves, a hat, and insulated boots to stay cozy and dry. 2. Wear a Helmet �Protect your head with a helmet, especially for kids! 3. Choose a Safe Sledding Spot �Avoid sledding near roads, trees, fences, or ponds. Look for a clear hill with no obstacles. 4. Go Feet First �Always sit on the sled and go down feet first to reduce the risk of injury. 5. Check the Sledding Surface �Ensure the hill is…
Due to the severe winter weather, trash and recycling collection services will not be provided on Friday. In addition, all Metro convenience centers will be closed on Friday and Saturday; with plans to resume regularly scheduled hours on Tuesday, January 14. On Monday, January 13, depending on the weather, trash collection services will resume as scheduled and as a make-up day for customers impacted by the storm on Friday. Residents are kindly asked to hold their recycling until their next scheduled collection day; or drop off their recycling, free of charge at any of the nearby Metro convenience centers or…
Six new Bishops were elected this week during the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AMEC) General Conference held in Columbus Ohio from August 21st through the 28th, 2024. The following persons were elected:Bishops143rd BishopRev. Dr. Erika D. Crawford(Pastor, Mt. Zion AME Church, Dover, Delaware)144th BishopRev. Dr. Julius H. McAllister, Jr.(Pastor, Bethel AME Church Tallahassee)145th BishopRev. Vernon R. Byrd(Pastor, St. Matthew AME Church, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)146th BishopRev. Dr. Henry Allen Belin, III(Pastor, First-Bethel AME Church, New York, New York)147th BishopRev. Dr. Jeffery B. Cooper, Sr.General Secretary/CIO148th BishopRev. Dr. Gregory Vaughn Eason(Pastor, Flipper Temple AME Church)General OfficersRev. Dr. Roderick Belin, President/Publisher AME Sunday School…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Democratic National Convention, which began on Monday, will feature a highly anticipated appearance by Tennessee Representatives Justin Pearson, Justin Jones, and Gloria Johnson on Thursday. The trio, often referred to as the “Tennessee Three,” will take the stage together during the evening session of the convention, which starts at 6 p.m. in Chicago, Illinois. The three lawmakers, known for their advocacy on gun control, were expelled from the Tennessee State House in April 2023 after leading a protest from the House floor. Their return to the spotlight at the convention has drawn significant attention.