Separate, successful events salute Nashville in different ways

As the winds of change are blowing in the cooler fall air, many will remember a remarkable 2017 fun summer season. Nashville is growing by leaps and bounds, but the commitment to its rich history and community remain steadfast. Two of the many memorable highlights seen here are the Urban League of Middle Tennessee Chapter hosting the 2017 Fisk University Founders Day and the Nashville Neighborhood Resource Center’s 5th annual Good Neighbors Day. Each event was well supported and has contributed to writing new history and making cherished memories for years to come.

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Boom Boom Bam!

Tennessee State football beats Morgan State 25-16 at Homecoming, powered by Daylin Lee’s two touchdowns and Rymen Mosley’s two interceptions.

Early voting surges in Davidson County as November election approaches

Davidson County early voting tops 35,000 ballots in four days. Find Nashville voting locations, schedules and photo ID requirements before October 29.

Black voter turnout faces new challenges ahead of November election

Black voter turnout faces challenges ahead of the 2026 midterms as voting rights battles, economic pressures and gaps in outreach threaten participation.

NAACP launches voter protection hub ahead of midterms — ‘we are ready’

NAACP launches a voter protection hub ahead of the 2026 midterms to help voters report intimidation, flag suppression and connect with legal support.

Rising electricity costs hit Black households harder as states challenge coal investment policies

Rising electricity costs strain Black households as states challenge coal investment policies and debate energy affordability, reliability and fairness.