Editorials
National Mentoring Month celebrated by Big Brothers Big Sisters
Published: Jan 13, 2012
Longstanding studies show long-term, one-to-one, staff-supported volunteer mentoring works. As we mark National Mentoring Month this January, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee is honoring all who make up their successful village – parents, volunteers, staffers and investors who work together to make a mentoring match strong, enduring and successful.
Behind every successful mentoring match is a team of selfless, dedicated believers. Of course there’s the volunteer who makes...Read More
When are we going to admit that race is still an issue in America?
by William Reed,
NNPA columnist
Published: Jan 13, 2012
“The NAACP's allegations are totally unfounded and reckless,” stated a Wells Fargo spokeswoman in 2009. “We have never tolerated, and will never tolerate, discrimination in any way, shape or form in any of our business practices, products or services.” Back in 2009, the...Read More
Often misunderstood face of the homeless
by William T. Robinson, Jr.
Published: Jan 13, 2012
The vision of the homeless has many facets according to one’s own personal perception. However, for many it is a deceptive and stereotypical image. All too often, one pictures the faces of the homeless at the exit of an Interstate soliciting financial assistance or downtown outside of major areas of interest. The reasons for their financial deterioration to the point...Read More


