Bredesen, Blackburn Contrasted
There’s a basic difference between Marsha Blackburn and Phil Bredesen, the two likely candidates facing each other Nov. 6 to succeed U.S. Sen. Bob Corker. It’s their view of the job as a member of the...
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Mayor’s Election on Fire
NASHVILLE, TN, April 12, 2018 — After the unexpected resignation of Mayor Megan Barry, Nashville added a special election drastically shortening waiting time of a much-anticipated new elected mayor....
View ArticleGilmore Flip Flops
By Peter White NASHVILLE, TN — Two weeks after she got into the Mayor’s race, Councilwoman Erica Gilmore distanced herself from Mayor David Briley by coming out against the $9 billion transit plan. “I...
View ArticleColeman Aims to be “The People’s Judge”
By Cillea Houghton Nashville, TN — Sam Coleman vows to keep his promise to the Metropolitan Council and the city of Nashville by proving why he’s “the people’s judge” with his election for General...
View ArticleJazz Series on the Triangle Begins at the Church of the Holy Trinity
NASHVILLE, TN — The annual series Jazz on the Triangle celebrates its Twenty-third Season at the Church of the Holy Trinity. Concerts will be April 15, May 20, and June 17, featuring some of...
View ArticleSenator Thelma Harper Praised for Her Service
NASHVILLE, TN — State Senator Thelma Harper was recognized by the Tennessee State Senate with joy and adulation on Thursday, April 12 for her 27 years of service as a Tennessee State Senator. Lt....
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Knox School Board Delays Defunding Vote
By Vivian Shipe KNOXVILLE, TN — The maximum occupancy sign outside the large assembly room of the City County Building in Knoxville stated it could hold 613 sitting. That number, along with the...
View ArticleLocal Businesswoman Launches Ethnic Food Tour to Connect Diverse Communities
By Emory Alan Skolkin NASHVILLE, TN — When is the last time you tried a new foreign cuisine or welcomed another culture at your table? Renuka Christoph’s vision is that everyone in Nashville should...
View ArticleSchool Board Approves $924M Budget Request
By Peter White NASHVILLE, TN — The budget ask is $45 million higher than last year. It includes $2.5 million for new textbooks, $5.2 million more for special education and $2 million more for English...
View ArticleLet’s Move Nashville Facing Headwinds as Vote Nears
NASHVILLE, TN — Less than two weeks to go before voters decide the fate of the $9 billion Transit Plan on Election Day, May 1. For months now, sides in favor and those against the Transit Plan have...
View ArticleGilmore’s Political Shenanigans as State NAACP Holds Ethically Questionable...
By Rosetta Miller Perry NASHVILLE, TN — April 19, 2018. Throughout its long and distinguished history the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), not only its national but...
View ArticleJoe Biden: Politics Have Become Degraded, Coarse and Mean Spirited
By Clare Bratten NASHVILLE, TN — An energized and articulate Joe Biden expressed concern about the worsening political climate in Washington last week in a public talk here with Chancellor Nicholas...
View ArticleEscobar Running for General Sessions Judge
By Clint Confehr NASHVILLE, TN — At different times in her career, Ana Escobar’s prosecuted and defended domestic violence cases since 1995. Now, she wants to preside and judge. “I know how hard it is...
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Citizenship Question Plagues 2020 Census
By Peter White NASHVILLE, TN — Civil rights groups have long criticized Congress for not giving the U.S. Census Bureau enough money to do an accurate count of the nation’s population. Minorities have...
View ArticleBombing of Syria Protested
From Staff Reports NASHVILLE, TN — Protesting the bombing of Syria last weekend, demonstrators at Davidson County’s courthouse prefer federal spending on domestic issues and challenge President Trump’s...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Nashville’s Transit Plan
NASHVILLE, TN — As we get closer to the May 1 Election Day, it’s important to remember the many benefits the transit plan will bring to our community and city. Being informed when you enter the voting...
View ArticleMinority Business Advisory Council Formed by Mayor
NASHVILLE, TN — To make certain Metro is intentional about achieving an inclusive agenda, Mayor David Briley today announced by executive order the formation of a Minority Business Advisory Council and...
View ArticleFood Diplomacy Draws Crowd at Nashville Islamic Center
By Peter White NASHVILLE, TN — Hundreds of people sampled tasty dishes from a dozen Muslim countries last Saturday at the Nashville Islamic Center in the trendy 12 South neighborhood. Mayor Briley,...
View ArticleGrabbing Spotlight is Bad Political Behavior
By Rosetta Miller Perry Nashville has already had a large dose of questionable behavior from its political leadership. The entire nation was treated to the spectacle of seeing a mayor resign from...
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Tribune’s Editorial Board Endorses Candidates in May 1 Primary Ballot
NASHVILLE, TN — Tennessee Tribune’s Editorial Board endorses the candidates in the Nashville-Davidson County Democratic primary ballot on May 1. Howard Gentry • Criminal court of clerk: Howard Gentry...
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