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The Soufriere Regional Development Foundation (SRDF) has decided to halt its planned fee increases for Sulphur Springs Park and other attractions, following an outcry from the community. Local entrepreneurs, tour operators, and political figures crit...
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Podcasts have transformed our interactions and the way we acquire knowledge over the last ten years. The most compelling ones seamlessly combine education with entertainment, much like Dr. Thyais Maxwell’s 2theMax podcast. With over 20 years of educa...
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Columbia, TN – The City of Columbia proudly announces its receipt of a Waste Reduction Grant, totaling $425,200.00, awarded by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), through the Division of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) and...
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We are privileged at Shorter College to accommodate 18 students displaced by the abrupt closure of the federal Job Corps program. While these individuals arrived in a state of uncertainty, they were embraced today with empathy, essential care, and a...
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Hypertension, a prevalent chronic condition affecting nearly half of U.S. adults, poses significant risks such as heart attacks and strokes—the leading causes of death in the nation. A recent health survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center reveal...
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SMYRNA, Tenn. — The prestigious U.S. Navy Blue Angels are set to be the star attraction at the 2025 Great Tennessee Air Show, taking place on June 7 and 8 at the Smyrna Airport. This annual event promises exhilarating aerial exhibitions, showcasing a...
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Winston-Salem Writers, in partnership with the 40+ Stage Company, proudly unveils the 14th installment of its 10-Minute Play Festival. This event showcases six compelling plays authored by talented playwrights from across North Carolina, performed by...
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In Texas, the liberation of 180,000 formerly enslaved Africans by the U.S. Army led to remarkable voter registration rates exceeding 90%, dominating the voter base during the 1866 Texas constitutional convention. June 19, celebrated as Jubilee Day, b...
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In the late 19th century, a physician from New Orleans controversially dispatched the skulls of 19 deceased African Americans to a German researcher for racially prejudiced studies. In a significant act of restitution, these remains have now been ret...
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Oakland has lost a monumental figure in music with the passing of D’Wayne Wiggins, a founding member of Tony! Toni! Toné! and a luminary whose impact transcended the stage. D’Wayne, who departed this life at 64 after a private battle with bladder can...
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Nashville, TN (June 6, 2025) – Vivian Wilhoite, the Assessor of Property, together with her dedicated team, has released the findings from the Informal Review pertaining to property owners' requests. Wilhoite stated, “Today signifies the commencement...
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As the academic year draws to a close, I wish to convey my sincere appreciation to all parents, guardians, and family members who have steadfastly supported their children through various challenges. The journey of parenting and facilitating educatio...
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Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. has profoundly impacted the field of African American genealogy throughout his distinguished academic journey. His insightful research has culminated in numerous publications, critically acclaimed documentaries, and the wide...
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America has long embraced the ethos of redemption stories—a belief in second chances and the possibility of new beginnings. This ideal is deeply woven into our cultural narratives and enshrined in our Constitution's power to pardon, which embodies fo...
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Indiana artist Anthony Radford attributes the public library as a pivotal influence in cultivating his artistic perspective. “I was surrounded by books,” he reflects. “As I explored the art world, I connected with culturally engaged individuals who g...