MURFREESBORO, TN — Thousands of people descended upon Middle Tennessee State University for the Great Tennessee Eclipse Monday (Aug. 21), knowing that it was a good chance they wouldn’t be around for the next total eclipse over this area — five-plus centuries from now. They cheered wildly as the epic, coast-to-coast solar eclipse reached totality — with the sky literally darkening and exposing the planets Venus and Jupiter to the naked eye — at approximately 1:29 p.m. in the green area called the Science Corridor of Innovation. Braving 90-plus degree heat and bringing pop-up tents, fold out chairs, picnic blankets…
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MEMPHIS, TN — Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. toured Collins Chapel Connectional Hospital with Bishop Williamson, ecumenical leaders, Healthcare Professionals, African-American Physicians, elected officials, Chamber of Commerce representatives and potential donors. Jackson spoke and promoted Collins Chapel Connectional Hospital’s $5 million renovation and expansion. Jackson also participated in a Community Forum at the National Civil Rights Museum. The topics he covered was: Preparing for MLK 50: Where are we 50 years later, Minority Participation with City, County, State and Institutional Contracts. Panelist for the event included Felecia Bean-Barnes, Vice President, Bean & Prince Contractors and board member of the Memphis…
NEW YORK, NY — Teachers and principals from Tennessee have shared their views and experiences in state-level data released today by Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL). The report features a special Tennessee-only subset of the national data released in the company’s Teacher & Principal School Report series: Equity in Education and Focus on Literacy editions. To download the national and Tennessee-specific reports, visit www.scholastic.com/teacherprincipalreport. Report findings highlight key differences between educators nationally and in Tennessee. Areas of study include: Barriers to Learning. More Tennessee teachers say many of their students face barriers to learning from outside of the school environment, compared to…
NASHVILLE, TN — ‘Driving While Black: A Report on Racial Profiling in Metro Nashville Police Department Traffic Stops’ will be discussed on August 31 at Clark Memorial United Methodist Church, 1014 14th Ave. N. at 6 pm. Gideon’s Army and those working on Vanderbilt’s Truth and Reconciliation Project will be at Clark UMC at 6 pm to answer questions regarding the report, their advocacy for justice, as well as other information affecting their organization. Youth, children, adults, seniors and the general public are invited to participate in the sharing and discussion of the report. ‘Driving While Black: A Report on…
LEBANON, TN — Neighborhood Health at Lebanon announces the addition of dentist Sabrina Marie Porcher-Fennell, D.D.S. and doctor Deon Tolliver, MD, MSPH. Porcher-Fennell was previously a clinical instructor at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry. Prior to that, she was a general practice resident with the Department of Veterans Affairs. She earned her D.D.S. at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry and holds a B.S. in biology from Claflin University. Dr. Porcher-Fennell has volunteered with Hope Smiles dental outreach program and with Operation Stand Down, providing dental screenings to homeless veterans. She is a member of the Capitol City Dental…
NASHVILLE, TN — Nashville-based Advance Financial, one of the leading companies nationwide within the small-dollar loan industry, expanded its spirit of community support with a Christmas in July promotion in its stores throughout Tennessee. Through the promotion, the company awarded $1,000 to 17 customers who completed an entry form to qualify. “At Advance Financial, we are committed to helping our neighbors in our local communities, especially our customers,” said Tina Hodges, the company’s chief executive and chief experience officer. “We decided to launch our Christmas in July promotion for no other reason than we wanted to give a gift of…
NASHVILLE, TN — Bob Freeman, a real estate professional and son of prominent Tennessee Democratic donor Bill Freeman, is considering running in 2018 for the House seat being vacated by Republican House Speaker Beth Harwell, a candidate for governor. Freeman, 42, said he’s been encouraged by family, friends and neighbors about running for House District 56, that includes Green Hills, Belle Meade, Oak Hill and Forest Hills. Bob Freeman said he plans to have “real conversations with Independents, Republicans and Democrats” in the coming weeks before making a final decision. …”While this district has been served with distinction for nearly…
Middle Tennessee State University’s (MTSU) Department of Physics and Astronomy and the College of Basic and Applied Sciences hosted a special viewing event Aug. 21, 2017, on campus for a total solar eclipse, visible along a narrow path in the continental United States from Salem, Oregon to Charleston, South Carolina, and right through the heart of Tennessee. This total solar eclipse was visible from middle Tennessee — and the campus of MTSU — for the first time in over 500 years. The NASA-sanctioned event, held in the yard in front of the new Science Building, included a music stage featuring…
On Monday, August 21, 2017, parts of Tennessee will experience a total solar eclipse, a particularly awe-inspiring event for those in or along the path of totality! All counties in Tennessee will experience at least a 90% partial solar eclipse. Check out our safe viewing techniques and teaching resources to make the most of the once in a lifetime event in the Volunteer State! Are You in the Path of Totality? NASA provides several unique maps that show the path of the total solar eclipseon August 21, 2017. They offer several free resources, downloadable and interactive maps, posters, and fact sheets. Teaching Resources Celebrate the Great…
By Stacy M Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor) Legendary civil rights activist and comedian Dick Gregory died on Saturday. He was 84. Friends, family and celebrities took to social media to honor the icon and innovator of the Black community. “It is with enormous sadness that the Gregory family confirms that their father, comedic legend and civil rights activist Mr. Dick Gregory departed this earth tonight in Washington, DC,” said Christian Gregory, his son, in a statement posted on Facebook. “The family appreciates the outpouring of support and love and respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very…