National (TN Tribune)-The National Institutes of Health has awarded $6.4 million in first-year funding to establish Diversity Centers for Genome Research at three institutions. These centers aim to support cutting-edge genomics projects and expand the research capabilities of these institutions with the goal of building a more diverse genomics workforce. The program is designed to fund research at colleges and universities that have not recently received significant funding from NIH and that have a documented record or mission of recruiting, educating and graduating students from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the scientific workforce. These centers will increase the genomics research capacity…
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Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-On this New Year’s Eve, Nashville celebrated the arrival of the new year with a dazzling array of performances featuring Grammy Award-nominated artists and Rock and Roll Hall of Famers at Jack Daniel’s New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash. Among the lineup of performers was a locally recognized special guest DJ: Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell. O’Connell, who held a music degree, took the stage at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park at 6 p.m. and spun records for ten minutes during “Music City Hip-Hop 50,” a tribute marking the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. “What a joy to…
In an announcement on Today, Civil & Political Rights Activists Roy L. Perry-Bey and Carlos A. Howard confirmed they filed a Motion to Stay against serial criminal defendant and insurrectionist Former President Donald John Trump VIRGINIA,– Hampton Roads Civil/Political Rights Activists Roy L. Perry-Bey and Carlos A. Howard are taking on serial criminal defendant and insurrectionist Donald John Trump, the Virginia State Board of Elections, Virginia Department of Elections and Intervenors Republican Party of Virginia Inc., In re Roy L. Perry-Bey, Carlos A. Howard v. Donald John Trump, The Virginia State Board of Elections, Virginia Department of Elections and Republican Party of Virginia, Inc., See: Civil Action…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (TN Tribune) Tennessee promises unique and hands-on experiences in 2024 with new attractions, restaurants, distilleries, hotels, exhibits, iconic anniversaries and impressive renovations. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the most-anticipated openings to check out in Tennessee this year. NEW ATTRACTIONS, EXHIBITS & EXPERIENCES Northeast Tennessee – Escape to the enchanting night skies of Northeast Tennessee along the Tennessee Night Sky Trail, where 9 breathtaking spots await your stargazing adventures. Chattanooga – The River to Clouds Route (RCR) is a new 34-mile trail system connecting Cloudland Canyon State Park to the Chattanooga Riverwalk in St. Elmo perfect…
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) – A national theater chain is apologizing and its CEO will meet with a well-known civil rights activist and church leader after he was kicked out of their Greenville movie theater. Greenville police confirm that officers were called to the AMC Fire Tower 12 around 3:20 p.m. Tuesday for a trespassing call. Lt. Justin Wooten says the two officers were there for a customer arguing with staff. That customer was Rev. William Barber, the president of the North Carolina NAACP from 2006 until 2017. Wooten says Barber left the theatre with no issues and there were no…
In a heartwarming celebration, Ascension Saint Thomas joyously announces the birth of two Christmas babies. Adding to the celebration, Kroger has generously contributed essential baskets to warmly welcome these little ones into the world. Thoughtfully curated to support new families during their initial weeks of parenthood, each basket includes an assortment of baby products, snacks, and Kroger gift cards. This thoughtful gesture ensures that these families have the necessary essentials to begin their parenting journey stress free. The nurses and newborns of Ascension Saint Thomas Hospitals wish you a safe holiday season filled with love, good health, and cozy nights.
By Rabbi Daniel and Susan Lapin Many of you feel understandably dazed and confused. People that you’d always thought of as friends or colleagues seem astonishingly complacent about the mass murder of Jews. Institutions like academia, media, and minority advocacy groups, that you’d always trusted as embodying the very best of enlightenment liberal outlook proudly side with those who raped, tortured, and murdered our brothers and sisters in Israel. Vandalism against Jewish property and assaults against Jews proliferate and the authorities seem impotent, even uninterested. Reality has slapped Jews in the face. Increasingly, the streets of the United States and much…
The Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) Board of Education named three superintendent finalists during a Special Called Meeting on December 19. After tallying the rubrics, consultant Tomeka Hart Wigginton revealed that the School Board and the community both selected the same finalists, and the Board voted to approve the following slate: The School Board interviewed five semi-finalists on December 15 that were thoroughly vetted by search firm, Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA). The timeline shared for the superintendent search process remains on track. The Board will announce opportunities for the community to meet-and-greet the candidates in January. For more info on the MSCS Superintendent Search,…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-Mayor Freddie O’Connell has approved use of funds from the Nashville GRAD program to include Nashville Flex program participants, giving part-time students at Nashville State Community College important support to complete their degree. Since 2019, the Metro Council has supported the Nashville GRAD program that was launched from the mayor’s office. The Nashville GRAD program provides eligible students with financial and academic support while pursuing a full-time education at Nashville State. The Nashville Flex program provides students taking at least six hours with financial and academic support that is necessary as they pursue their education simultaneously with many other responsibilities. Nashville…