Category : News

7 months ago

Family’s Legacy a part of Commencement

By Alexis Clark NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — When it comes to earning an engineering degree from Tennessee State University, the Buford family isn’t settling for just one-they are aiming for three. Shawn Buford will proudly graduate with he...

7 months ago

Kidsville Family Walk to be held April 27

NASHVILLE, TN — Centennial Park, the historic 132-acre urban park located in Nashville, is ready to once again welcome the community to enjoy a variety of free events this spring and summer.  The Park features a walking trail, scenic lake, art ce...

7 months ago

Chazan Lamar Page

2003-2024Chazan Lamar Page was born on July 16, 2003 to Rico Lamar Page and Lawanda Denise Page. As the second child of his loving parents, Chazan’s presence radiated joy and happiness to all who knew him.Chazan was educated in the Davidson County Pu...

7 months ago

Challenges facing Blacks with Parkinson’s

Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) poses unique challenges for Black and African American individuals, who often encounter disparities in healthcare access, resources, and research opportunities. These disparities can result in delayed diagnoses a...

7 months ago

Chef’s crisis sparks community care

Giving Kitchen, the award-winning no Giving Kitchen, the award-winning non-profit organization that provides emergency assistance to food service workers, has a remarkable journey rooted in community support and resilience. Founded in 2013 in respon...

7 months ago

Different sports offer fresh direction for HBCUs

Two Nashville HBCUs are offering an alternative direction for sports, and by extension providing a pathway for others to follow. Tennessee State University and Fisk University are making inroads in sports where HBCU teams haven’t previously compe...

7 months ago

Longtime PR rep moves into different arena

By Ron Wynn NASHVILLE, TN — Anyone who’s worked in Nashville media for any stretch of time is familiar with Lance Cowan. He’s been a longtime public relations representative for numerous musicians. After working for such organizations as Network...

7 months ago

New role for Ernie Hudson

By Ron Wynn NASHVILLE, TN — These are busy times for veteran actor Ernie Hudson. Not only is he currently appearing in the latest season of “Quantum Leap” on NBC and the current “Ghostbusters” film, but he’s now signed on to star in the new horro...

7 months ago

Deal or No Deal Island Show

By Janice Malone NBC’s new hit reality show Deal or No Deal Island& is a spinoff of the original Deal or No Deal show. In this new version, 13 players are transported to the Banker’s private island, somewhere in Panama. It’s intense “Surv...

7 months ago

WASCO Launches Water Tank Promotion

The Water and Sewerage Company Inc (WASCO) has launched a water tank promotion to help its customers store and conserve water during the dry spell. The promotion began on Tuesday, will last until July 31, 2024, and offers storage tanks in sizes from...

7 months ago

New Report Shows Excessive Police Force Is Not Uncommon

Norfolk police officers were attempting to serve Lee with a warrant for a March 8 shooting in Norfolk when he led them on a chase down Terminal Boulevard, according to news reports. The car Lee was driving crashed into a ditch. Police said Lee opened...

7 months ago

Joe Biden – Stand-up Comedian

The following article, Joe Biden – Stand-up Comedian, was first published on The Black Sphere. Joe Biden should try stand-up. Because his press conference are hysterical. Biden is more funny than any of the late-night comedy hacks. In his lates...

7 months ago

WATCH: ‘Hurricane Hunter’ Aircraft, Crew Visit Saint Lucia

The WC130J aircraft crewed by the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron “Hurricane Hunters” made its inaugural visit to Saint Lucia during its Caribbean Hurricane Awareness Tour on April 19, 2024. The initiative endeavored to sensitize vulnerable com...