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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) is dedicating $5.2 million in grants to create secure, high-quality, and affordable housing for individuals grappling with mental health issues, recov...
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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Ann Campbell Early Learning Center at Middle Tennessee State University is preparing for its 18th annual "Saddle Up" fundraising event, scheduled for Saturday, April 19. This beloved gathering will take place from 8:30 to 11...
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NORRIS, Tenn. – The Museum of Appalachia, a proud Smithsonian Affiliate, warmly invites locals to join in the celebration of spring during its annual Sheep Shearing Days on May 2nd and 9th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees will witness the wool-making...
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The Domestic Violence Prevention Network (DVPN) has appointed Mariann McGee Bernlohr as interim director, starting April 21. With two decades of nonprofit leadership, Bernlohr founded Iris Consulting, focusing on strategic organizational transitions....
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After an exhilarating four-day contest at the Rodney Heights Aquatic Centre, the Sea Jays Swim Club triumphed at the 25th RHAC Invitational, narrowly defeating Sharks Swim Club, 873 to 843. Seaside Aquatics and Pirates Swim Club placed third and four...
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Each week, The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education curates links to intriguing online articles relevant to our audience. These selections encompass various perspectives on African Americans in higher education and do not necessarily mirror the edit...
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Flora Ettlinger Whiting, daughter of Louis E. Ettlinger, significantly influenced publishing and rug manufacturing. After her 1899 marriage to architect Giles Whiting, she became an early IBM investor, amassing wealth before her death in 1971. The Wh...
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The Indiana Repertory Theatre’s production of “The Play That Goes Wrong,” running through May 11, is a masterful mix of chaos and comedy. Directed by Benjamin Hanna, this play within a play showcases the hilariously unfortunate Cornley Drama Society....
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The 2025 WNBA Draft, held on April 14, showcased emerging talent, with Paige Bueckers being the landmark No. 1 pick by the Dallas Wings. The Indiana Fever, aiming for a championship, secured three additional selections. They chose Florida State's Mak...
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On April 11, Purdue Polytechnic High School at Englewood inaugurated an on-campus farm, thanks to the support of Indianapolis Colts lineman Braden Smith and local volunteers. This initiative, funded partly by Smith's $40,000 donation, enhances studen...
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The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education frequently curates a selection of new publications that may captivate our audience. These titles encompass a diverse array of topics and perspectives. The views articulated within them do not necessarily repr...
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Dr. Robert Scott, a Suffolk native and Norfolk State University alumnus, has been appointed president of Albany State University in Albany, Georgia, effective May 1. Currently, he serves as president of research and development at Kraft Heinz Co. Sco...
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Pittsburgh, PA – The Department of Public Works announces that refuse, bulk waste, and recycling collections will proceed without interruption on Good Friday, April 18. Residents should place items curbside after 6 PM on Thursday, April 17, adhering...
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Deondra Rose, author of *The Power of Black Excellence: HBCUs and the Fight for American Democracy* (Oxford University Press, 2024), has committed to donating 50% of her book royalties to the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. This insightful book explo...
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The highly anticipated Rize Brunch, a beloved tradition in Soufriere, is set to enhance its celebrations this Easter Sunday, commemorating its fifth anniversary. This year, renowned international soca artist Hypasounds will headline the gathering, ma...