The month of March is recognized as Women’s Month, and on Palm Sunday, March 29, Dr. Pamela Manning was the guest speaker for the morning worship at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church. Palm Sunday is celebrated just as Jesus was celebrated…
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Advance Financial 24/7 Person of the week: Jeleva Pack
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Jeleva Pack is a strong, independent woman who is making a difference in the community. Besides being a full time student, Pack is also a full time mother—something she takes much pride in. Jeleva and her friend Ashshahid Muhammad take…
Teaching country’s newest citizens
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Ben Cook is a retired technician who finds immediate self-gratification in volunteering. He teaches citizenship classes at Casa de la Cultura and is named Nashville’s Volunteer of the Month for October. For information about Ben or nominating a friend for…
Fisk celebrates life of Dr. L.M. Collins
by Cass Teague •
The Fisk University family recently lost one of its iconic giants, Dr. L.M. Collins. A memorial service in celebration of his life was held in the Fisk Chapel on February 27. Fisk alumna Nikki Giovanni spoke eloquently about how her…
In celebration of Black History Month Washington D.C. author presents new book
by Vickie J. Shaw •
Last updated on October 3rd, 2014 at 04:56 pmNashvillians are in for an awakening, like the squirrels in her new book, City Squirrels. Former Nashvillian, Patricia Duncan Bradford, has the delightful animals, and their new friend on a journey of…
T. Creswell Arts Magnet names Smith Teacher of the Year
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Nita Modley Smith has been selected as Teacher of the Year at T. Creswell Arts Magnet School. She is a 21-year music veteran with Metro Nashville Public Schools. Nita currently teaches piano, choral, and general music at I. T. Creswell…