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Patrons peruse among the downtown art galleries the first Saturday of each month.

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The HistoryMakers Collection

The Library of Congress announced as Permanent Repository for the HistoryMakers Collection “The HistoryMakers represents the single largest archival project of its kind since the Works Progress Administration’s initiative to document the experiences of former slaves in the 1930s,” Julieanna Richardson, founder/executive director of The HistoryMakers, prominent Nashvillian residents are included.

WASHINGTON, DC — The Librarian of Congress, James H. Billington, announced recently the donation of a video archive of thousands of hours of interviews - The HistoryMakers -that captures African-American life, history and culture as well as the struggles and achievements of the black experience.

“The HistoryMakers archive provides invaluable ﬁrst-person accounts of both well-known and unsung African-Americans, detailing their hopes, dreams and accomplishments-often in the face of adversity,” said Billington. “This culturally important collection is a rich and di-

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Howard First Female 4-Star Naval Ofﬁcer By Breanna Edwards

U.S. Navy Adm. Michelle Howard lends a hand to Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus as he and Wayne Cowles, Howard’s husband (right), put four-star shoulder boards on Howard’s service white uniform during her promotion ceremony July 1, 2014, in Arlington, VA. Peter D. Lawlor/U.S. Navy via Getty Images

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ACLU Report: ‘War Comes Home’ Report Shows Injustice, Suffering, Caused by SWAT Teams Deployed for Low-Level Police Work, Not Crisis NEW YORK, NY — After obtaining and analyzing thousands of documents from police departments around the country, today the American Civil Liberties Union released the report War Comes Home: The Excessive Militarization of American Policing. The

l-r, Charles Graham Jr and Thaxton Waters

Thaxton Waters, owner of the Art History Class Lifestyle Lounge and Gallery, is this week’s guest on Take 10 on Tuesdays with The Tennessee Tribune. Social Media Director Jason Luntz visits the new art space located on Historic Jefferson Street and talks with curator Waters and July’s featured artist Charles Graham Jr. to discuss the importance of art created by African Americans. The Gallery has become a place for graduates of Historically Black Collelges and Universities to display their art while introducing them to the greater Nashville community. In addition to featuring work by local artists, the gallery also has lending library, an Internet café, and studio space for private lessons. You can learn more about this hidden gem in Nashville at:

WASHINGTON, DC — Adm. Michelle Janine Howard became the first female four-star officer in the history of the U.S. Navy, according to a press release. Howard, who was promoted at the Women in Military Service for America Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, is expected to relieve Adm. Mark Ferguson II as the 38th vice chief of naval operations today as well. The promotion also makes her the first African-American female officer to achieve four-star ranking in the history of the military. “Michelle Howard’s promotion to the rank of admiral is the result of a brilliant naval career, one I fully expect to continue when she assumes her new role as vice chief of naval operations, but also it is an historic first, an event to be cel-

ebrated as she becomes the first female to achieve this position,” Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, who presided over the ceremony and administered the oath of office, said, according to the release. “Her accomplishment is a direct example of a Navy that now, more than ever, reflects the nation it serves—a nation where success is not born of race, gender or religion but of skill and ability.” “Michelle’s many trailblazing accomplishments in her 32 years of naval service are evidence of both her fortitude and commitment to excellence and integrity,” Adm. Jonathan Greenert, chief of naval operations, added. “I look forward to many great things to come from the Navy’s newest four-star admiral!” Howard graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1982 and from

ACLU focused on more than 800 SWAT raids conducted by law enforcement agencies in 20 states and on the agencies’ acquisition of military weaponry, vehicles, and equipment. “We found that police overwhelmingly use SWAT

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Obama’s My Brother’s Keeper - First International Trip

As part of President Obama’s My Brother’s Keeper Initiative, Fifteen African American male high school and college students, representing Alameda County in California, have been selected to participate in the first My Brother’s Keeper Northern California delegation of the ChinaU.S. Study Exchange Foundation (CUSEF) – Think China 2014. The delegation will travel to Beijing, Hangzhou and Shanghai – on a cross-cultural academic, civic, business, and service-oriented tour – from July 5– 19, 2014. Think China’s program objectives are to inspire global learning and strengthen relations, between the Chinese and African Americans.

LOCAL Nashville’s Black 40 Under 40 The Top 40 African-American individuals under the age of 40 in their respected fields. Page B13-B14

HEALTH Depression aids in heart attacks Young and middle-aged women with depression are more than twice as likely to suﬀer a heart attack. Page B6

SPORTS First season for Nashville Venom successful They play for Championship Cup this Saturday at the Municipal Auditorium. Page B8

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St. John Missionary to Celebrate Anniversary

CLARKSVILLE, TN — Bishop Dr. Alvin E. Miller Sr., and First Lady Dominique Miller will be celebrating their Sixth Anniversary at St. John Missionary Baptist Church on July 19th & 20th. On Saturday, July 19, 2014, a luncheon celebration will hosted for First Lady Dominique Miller at the Jerry Jerkins Fellowship Hall from 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Guest speaker will be Pastor Angela Jones, Greenhill Church and booksigning for author Stephanie Sinkfield’s most recent book entitled, SHOOT the LIGHTS OUT! The guest speaker for the 8:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. on Sunday July 20, 2014 is Bishop William Toney, who is pastor of Greater New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, Sylvester, Georgia. Apostle Garfield Curlin, Pastor of All Nations House of Prayer, Hopkinsville KY, will be the guest speaker at the 3:00 p.m. service which is also on July 20, 2014. Dinner will be served directly after the 11:00 a.m. service. The public is invited to join in the celebration of Bishop Dr. Alvin E. Miller Sr., and First Lady Dominique Miller Sixth Anniversary, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 1833 Tiny Town Road, Clarksville TN 37042.

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l-r, Bishop Dr. Alvin E. Miller Sr. and First Lady Dominique Miller

American Baptist College Announces Appointments

Atty. Richard E. Jackson

NASHVILLE, TN — Richard E. Jackson has been appointed to the newly-created position of Executive Vice President of American Baptist College. The selection was announced by Dr. Forrest E. Harris, Sr., President of the 90-year old historically black college located in Nashville, TN. “Richard Jackson’s familiarity with the College’s vision, mission, history and core values provides a foundation for the level of service he will bring to the College’s administrative and finance divisions,” said Dr. Harris. Jackson recently completed an appointment as Assistant to the President for Institutional Equity and Compliance at Middle Tennessee State University. He served as Vice President for Legal Affairs and Strategic Planning

at Austin Peay State University, Assistant General Counsel with the Tennessee Board of Regents, Vice President for Policy Management and Legal Affairs at Meharry Medical College, and as management consultant for the Education Equals Opportunity Group. In the private practice of law, he was a partner in the firm Manson, Jackson & Associates. No stranger to American Baptist College, Jackson formerly served as a member of the Board of Trustees. “I look forward to functioning as a member of the President’s management team and to being a part of the continuing legacy of this vital educational institution,” said Jackson. He earned the Doctor of Jurisprudence degree at the University

of Cincinnati Taft College of Law and completed a B. A. degree in political science at Vanderbilt University. A native of Nashville, he is married to Rev. Annette L. Jackson and is the father of an adult son, Justin. Dr. Renita J. Weems, an acclaimed Biblical scholar, remains the College’s chief academic officer as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean. As part of the ongoing initiative to build leadership capacity, Harris also announced recent appointments to the Board of Trustees which include Dr. Karen Brown Dunlap, President Emerita of The Poynter Institute; Dennie Marshall, Vice President, Suntrust Mortgage; and Dr. Iva Carutthers, General Secretary of the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Conference.

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Church to Hold Homecoming Celebration Weekend

l-r, Newly promoted Capt. Jason Stark and Nashville Police Chief Steve Anderson

Metro’s Stark Promoted NASHVILLE, TN — Chief Steve Anderson has announced the promotion of Lieutenant Jason Starling to the rank of captain effective immediately. Starling, a 16-year police department veteran who most recently served at the MNPD Training Academy, will now be an overnight field supervisor. Starling was promoted to

On Friday, July 11th, 2014, Metropolitan Interdenominational Church will kick off its Twentysixth Homecoming Celebration Weekend with the annual One-Night Revival. This year’s Revival is being dedicated as a Salute to Leon McKinley Corder, a very special man and one we are proud to claim as our church organist, a position in which he has served for twentyseven years. As our Senior Servant tells it, “Leon came back the next week and he just never stopped showing up. He has

blessed us with his presence for twenty-seven extraordinary years.” This year’s guest preacher for our One-Night Revival is Edwin Simunye, a Son of Metropolitan currently engaged in ministry in Chicago, Illinois. Metropolitan Interdenominational Church is located at 2128 11th Avenue North in Nashville. On Saturday, July 12th, Metropolitan will hold its annual picnic, “A Day in the Park,” at the Edwin Warner Park in Bellevue. There will be lots of food, fun, and activities for all

ages. Metropolitan’s celebration culminates on Sunday, July 13th with the annual Homecoming Worship Service beginning at 9:30 a.m. The message will be delivered by our Senior Servant, the Reverend Edwin C. Sanders, II. For more information call the church office at 615-726-3876. Please join us to honor Leon Corder and to celebrate our Homecoming Weekend.

FiftyForward and NPT to Present Preview of Caregiving

The latest episode in the Nashville Public Television Reports series Aging Matters, airs on Monday, July 14, 2014 at 11:30 a.m.

NASHVILLE, TN — FiftyForward and Nashville Public Television (NPT) will present a special preview of Caregiving, the latest episode in the NPT Reports series Aging Matters, on Monday, July 14, 2014, at 11:30 a.m. The preview will be held at the FiftyForward Patricia Hart Building (174 Rains Ave., Nashville, 37203) and a boxed lunch will be served. To RSVP, please email events@fiftyforward.org. The value of the services family caregivers provide for “free,” when caring for older adults, is estimated to be $375 billion a year. That is almost twice as much as is actually spent on homecare and nursing home services combined ($158 billion). Evercare Survey of

the Economic Downturn and Its Impact on Family Caregiving; National Alliance for Caregiving and Evercare. March 2009 The topic of this series is compelling. As the existence and impact of informal caregiving are often overlooked in the United States, it is necessary to find solutions. People are now living longer; Baby Boomers are aging and creating strain on the long-term healthcare system. Aging Matters: Caregiving, the third episode in NPT’s Aging Matters series, will examine these issues. What is needed to address this situation to soften the impact? How do we find solutions surrounding informal caregiving, including the fragmented formal system for dealing with long-term care, the effects of care-

giving on the health and income of family and friends, and what to expect, and how to plan, for the next “boom” in the aging and those who care for them. Following the preview, Gretchen Funk, FiftyForward Care Team Director, will lead a discussion with experts in the field of caregiving focused on the development and implementation of a care plan designed to address the needs of the care recipient and the caregiver. Caregiving resources and supportive materials will also be available. NPT Reports: Aging Matters: Caregiving will premiere online at wnpt. org on Thursday, July 17 at noon, and on-air on NPT-Channel 8 on Thursday, July 17 at 8 p.m.

lieutenant in 2007 and to sergeant in 2004. Chief Anderson today also announced the transfer of Lieutenant Tommy Widener into a recreated management position in the police department’s Domestic Violence Division. Widener, a 14-year police department veteran and a former domestic violence detective, is join-

ing Captain Kay Lokey to assist in the overall daily supervision of Domestic Violence Division investigations and operations. Widener most recently served as a supervisor in the Specialized Investigations Division. He was promoted to lieutenant in 2009 and to sergeant in 2007.

Urban League Launches Educational Campaign By Ronald W. Weathersby The Urban League of Middle Tennessee recently launched an educational campaign, Put Our Children 1st: Common Core for Common Goals. The campaign is designed to inform parents about Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in Nashville - what they are and what they mean for students. In Tennessee, the CCSS, known as TN-Core, were adopted by the Tennessee State Board of Education on July 30, 2010 with full implementation set for the 2013-2014 school year. TN-Core set higher expectations for what every child needs to know and be able to do in reading and math at each grade level. Tennessee is one of 44 states and the District of Columbia that have adopted the CCSS. Tennessee’s standards were developed by educators and other experts to improve education and student achievement. The CCSS is designed to improve Tennessee’s education system while increasing the number of students who will be prepared to compete in the global marketplace. Historically the state has lagged behind most states in educational achievement but is committed to catching up. In 2011, only 15 percent of Tennessee students graduate at a collegeready level. Patricia Stokes, president and CEO of the Urban League of Middle Tennessee said the campaign will provide parents with the tools and resources they need to ensure that their children will receive the full benefits of these new, highquality academic standards in English language arts and math. “We are involved because we believe in the move towards Common Core State Standards,” Stokes said in a telephone interview with the Tribune. “We believe the effort can help bridge the learning and achievement gap particularly among African American children while creating a level playing field for all students to excel.” The Put Our Children 1st campaign includes several communications and engagement activities aimed at increasing understanding of the Common Core among parents so that they are empowered to become true partners in their children’s education and success. “We are conducting monthly information sessions every third Tuesday from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. called, Common Core Standards Parent Advisory Clubs,” Stokes explained. “At these meetings parents can listen to experts and learn how the program should be implemented. We also offer the parents an opportunity to ask questions of key decision makers.” Stokes said there is a need for parents

Patricia Stokes

to engage themselves in the new educational standards is especially essential to African American parents. “The disparities in our educational system are alarming and the CCSS will help alleviate many of the education challenges our children face in Middle Tennessee by identifying the barriers and equipping them with the essential tools needed to succeed, regardless of socioeconomic status and ethnicity.” Although many parents in the area are aware of the new standards there is a need for the community to better understand how the program will impact local students and there is a need to support children’s successful transition to CCSS. The program has been controversial in some political circles but according to a recent survey of Tennessee parents in Nashville 56 percent of African American parents are aware of the Common Core, and when accurately informed about the program, 42 percent agree the Standards will better prepare children for college and workforce. “The CCSS will help alleviate many of the education challenges our children face in Middle Tennessee by identifying the barriers and equipping them with the essential tools needed to succeed, regardless of socioeconomic status and ethnicity,” Stokes wrote in a prepared statement. “Put Our Children 1st will also include digital and social media components, public service announcements (PSAs), thought leadership and other content creation, and ongoing education-focused events across the identified cities, where participants will also have the opportunity for regular parentto-parent engagement. In Tennessee, the opportunities include scheduled meetings with our Commissioner of Education, Kevin Huffman.” For more information on the Put Our Children 1st campaign contact the Urban League of Middle Tennessee at 615-2540525. Learn more about TN-Core by visiting the Tennessee Department of Education website at www.tncore.org/

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Rebel Hill Florist to Host Blood Drive

NASHVILLE, TN — For the 5th consecutive year, Rebel Hill Florist will host its annual blood drive for the American Red Cross. The blood drive will be held on Thursday, July 31, 2014, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Anyone who donates blood that afternoon will receive a dozen roses, as a ‘thank you’ from Rebel Hill Florist owner, Anna Page. Rebel Hill Florist is located at 4821 Trousdale Drive, Nashville 37220, near the intersection of Harding Road and I-65 south. To make an appointment to donate blood on July 31, call Rebel Hill Florist at 615-833-8555 or visit www.rebelhillflorist.com to schedule online. “For five years, we have been honored to support the Red Cross’ mission of saving lives through blood donation,” said Anna Page, owner of Rebel Hill Florist. “Our customers are always ready to step up and do their part and we plan to thank them for their donation with a dozen fresh roses on July 31.” Currently, all blood types are needed. This summer, the American Red Cross is seeing fewer appointments at its blood donation centers and blood drives than

what is needed to ensure blood and platelets continue to be available for patients. The Red Cross must collect 15,000 blood donations every day to meet the needs of patients at approximately 2,700 hospitals and transfusion centers across the country. During the summer months, on average two fewer donors schedule appointments to give blood at each blood drive than what pa-

tients need. This can add up to more than 100,000 fewer donations over the summer. Blood donors must be at least 16 years old (with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good general health. There is no upper age limit for blood donors. For more information about the process for donating blood, visit the website of the American Red Cross Tennessee Valley Blood Services Region at www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Or, just visit the Rebel Hill Florist website www.rebelhillflorist.com. Rebel Hill Florist is one of Nashville’s largest independently owned florists and is a direct importer of floral and interior design and gift products from Europe. Rebel Hill Florist and its designers have received numerous industry awards. Rebel Hill Florist is located near the I-65/Harding Place interchange. For more information on Rebel Hill Florist, visit www.rebelhillflorist.com.

New Law Streamlines Business Entity Address Requirements

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2014 Toyota Highlander Highbrid AWD Toyota Highlander’s hybrid is high in practicality and is positioned perfectly to make middle-class dreams come true. In typical day-to-day operation, the gaselectric hybrid system remains transparent, seamlessly switching the gasoline engine on and off as needed without distress. Depress the accelerator past the three-quarter mark the CVT lets the gas engine wind up and fortunately, not much performance is sacrificed in the quest for gas economy. Toyota spiced things up for 2014 and treated the Highlander to a complete exterior makeover, adding three inches of overall length and replacing the previous model’s boxy shape with some sharp and swoopy lines that echo the brand’s current design direction. Returning for another tour of duty are the same 231hp, 3.5-liter V-6 gas engine, pair of electric motors (one each for the front and rear axles), 45-kW nickel-metal hydride battery pack, and continuously variable transmission that motivated the previous version. The combined net horsepower remains steadfast at 280. The Highlander’s strength is providing calm, consistent transportation. To that end, the interior checks all the right boxes: It’s quiet, impacts are well isolated and muted, and materials are segment appropriate. You can’t miss the large shelf residing below the dash that has a convenient cable pass-through that keeps personal-device cables organized and a soft-touch surface to keep them from sliding around. The gigantic storage bin below the center armrest can easily swallow an arm load of electronic and personal gear with room to spare, keeping them out of sight while parked. Braking to a stop from 70 mph consumed 187 feet, within spitting distance of the 188 feet required by our non-hybrid V-6 Highlander. Also the 24 mpg we recorded in mixed driving. Only 4 mpg south of the EPA’s combined number of 28, it’s a significant improvement over the 19 mpg we recorded with a nearly

identically outfitted V-6 model. Leather-trimmed, heated, and cooled front seats come standard in the hybrid, and the leather-trimmed second-row buckets—a bench seat is not available in the hybrid—now travel about three inches farther forward, providing easier access to the third row. Operated with a single lever, sliding the second-row buckets forward proved to be simple, a boon for those with children to herd. Toyota claims the 60/40 third-row seat is 3.3 inches wider than it was previously. Toyota managed to position the hybrid battery pack and AWD hardware in such a fashion that it doesn’t infringe on cargo capacity, the hybrid offering the same 13.6 cubic feet of storage space behind the third row and 42 behind the second row as in the regular Highlander. Models without the panoramic sunroof get a tad more space, measuring in at 13.8 and 42.3 cubic feet. Only five options appeared on the order sheet for our already well-equipped Highlander Limited Platinum AWD hybrid test vehicle: a first-aid kit ($29), carpeted floor and cargo mats ($225), a cargo net ($49), body-side molding ($209), and running boards ($599). All in, the as-tested price came to $51,761. MSRP: From $47,300 Engine size: 3.5L Cylinders: 6 MPG: 27 city/ 28 highway Horsepower: 280 HP Seating: 7 Width: 75.8 in. Height: 70.1 in. Length: 191.1 in. Available trims: Limited, Limited Platinum V6

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Legislation was passed this year to streamline the principal office address and registered agent address provisions outlined in the law relative to corporations, limited liability companies, general partnerships, limited partnerships, and limited liability partnerships. Effective immediately, every existing and new business entity that registers with the Tennessee Secretary of State’s Of-

fice is required to have a deliverable street address for its principal office address as well as for the registered agent address. A post office box or other non-street address will no longer be accepted for the principal office address or for the registered agent address. However, a post office box can be used for the mailing address of record. If the U.S. Postal Service cannot deliver mail to a business entity’s

principal office street address, then the entity will be required to also provide a deliverable mailing address. Please contact the Business Services Division by email: Business. Services@tn.gov or by telephone at (615) 7412286 if you have any questions or need additional information regarding the changes to the address requirements.

40 Financial Things You Should Know By 40 By Alden Wicker Many by-40 milestones have become debatable: Get married? Only if you really want to. Own a home? If it’s financially feasible. Know what you want to be when you grow up? Well, if 40 is the new 30, you’re certainly entitled to change your mind. But there’s one thing that’s nonnegotiable: By age 40, you can’t get away with being financially clueless anymore. Especially since retirement might be a lot closer than you think! We’ve put together 40 money things, big and small, you should know before you turn the big 4-0. Why? So you can help achieve your financial goals with plenty of time left over to enjoy them! 1. The three basics of a solid financial foundation. Credit card debt paid off. Emergency fund stocked up. Retirement account(s) in existence and growing. Everything else (travel, homeownership, investments) should come after. 2. How to create a budget. Because without one, you may not reach any of your goals, like buying a home, paying off your credit card debt or traveling the world. Learn how to build your budget with our step-by-step guide. 3. How much you should be saving. The answer: 20%. Not sure how we arrived at this number? Look no further than the 50/20/30 rule, which divvies up your monthly budget as follows: 50% is reserved for essentials (think mortgage, rent and groceries), 30% is allocated for your lifestyle choices and at least 20% goes to “financial priorities,” which includes your debt payments, your retirement contributions and your savings. Here’s more detail on the why and how of saving a fifth of your paycheck. 4. Your net worth. Yes, you have one. This is the sum total of your assets (bank account balances, savings, investments, etc.) minus your debts (loans, mortgage, credit card debt, etc.). Your net worth is the easiest way to get a big-picture perspective on your finances. Want a quick way to figure it out? Link your accounts in the free LearnVest Money Center, and we’ll do the calculating for you.

5. How much you make and how much you spend each month. It sounds like a nobrainer, right? “But most people, regardless of their age, don’t know how much money they have coming in and going out,” says Natalie Taylor, a CFP® with LearnVest Planning Services. For a full breakdown, visit the Money Center to see your incoming versus outgoing finances. 6. How to get out of debt. Now is the time to be saving for your future, not paying off your past. Hopefully your debt repayment efforts are already in full swing, but, if you’re not there yet, now’s the time to make a plan. Here, a quick checklist to help you. Want the big kahuna? Get Out of Debt Bootcamp is our three-day, in-depth plan to help you finally live a debt-free life. 7. Your credit score. Still not familiar with this number? Afraid to look? Here’s why, by 40, you should know it cold. Your credit score determines not only what kind of credit cards you’ll get approved for but also how expensive your mortgage and car loan would be. Learn how to monitor and improve your credit score here. Speaking of … 8. How to pull a free credit report. Voilà. 9. It can take a long time to save up a down payment. When it comes to buying a house, “People always say, ‘Get in as soon as you can,’ and ‘It’s O.K. to be house poor.’ But before buying a house, you should be financially stable. If that’s not until your 30s or 40s, that’s O.K. So many people have rushed in, and then they can’t handle the payments,” says Taylor. Find out how much house you can afford. 10. What is a financial emergency and what’s not. Sure, it may have been cute to splurge on shoes and come up short on rent when you were 22. By 40, you ought to know what it feels like to have a fat six months of savings sitting pretty in your account and the only five reasons you should be dipping into it. No, that out-ofstate wedding doesn’t count. (It’s actually optional, no matter what your sister-in-law says.) 11. What your ideal retirement will

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Are you overlooking a valuable pool of prospective employees and volunteers? Are you unknowingly operating from outdated stereotypes of “senior citizens” and leaving talent sitting on the sidelines? In today’s lexicon “talent” means college educated individuals ages 25 – 35. Maybe 40. But in our experience that’s a limited definition. Here’s what we know. There are many talented individuals over 55 years old who are unengaged, their talent untapped all to the detriment of the communities they live in, and employers seeking a diverse and experienced workforce. Think about it for a moment: early retirement, buy-outs, downsizing, layoffs, corporate restructuring. These all result in skilled, experienced and well-connected individuals who are no longer part of the work-force. Many have proven themselves over-and-over again in the course of their careers. They are up-to-date on technology (despite rampant jokes to the contrary), understand corporate culture, know how to work-to-deadline, mentor, strategize, and innovate. They have been doing it for years! Many of these individuals need to continue working either full-time or parttime. Others have secured their financial future but want to remain active in the workforce and in their community. Regardless of economics most want to give back, feel connected, and contribute. And many have the skills that nonprofits are looking for. “Soft skills” include the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, strong written and verbal communication skills, networking, ability to work as a member of a diverse team, stability, excellent attendance, maturity, discretion,

time management, decision making and more. Experience that easily translates to fund development and fundraising include sales, marketing, training and development, and team building. If you want top talent for your nonprofit make sure you recruit in ways that result in an applicant pool that includes individuals 55 and over. If you want to attract and retain “seniors” as part of your team, take time to assess your own responses to seniors and look for organizational biases that could your workplace “uninviting.” Are younger managers experienced in managing people older than they are? What is the average age of your workforce? Will you be bringing in one older person or are there others already part of your team? Is your business culture inclusive, respectful and appreciative? In terms of fundraising and fund development it is important to remember that many of the larger gifts given to nonprofits are made by individuals who are over 50. Having older people as members of your team is crucial. People who are well connected within your community are even more valuable. Add a history of sales or marketing and you may have struck it rich! When looking for employees and volunteers take proactive measures to ensure your pool of applicants includes qualified, experienced and talented people over 55. The benefits are yours to experience! Copyright 2014 – Mel and Pearl Shaw; Mel and Pearl Shaw position nonprofits, colleges and universities for fundraising success. For help with your campaign visit www.saadandshaw.com or call (901) 522-8727.

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Standing in the Gap

WILLIAM REED By William Reed

[God] searched for someone to stand in the gap – Ezekiel 22 Every advanced nation in the world is a free-market capitalist country. To be successful in a free-market economy requires vision and strategic planning. Too few African-American households boast of being successful free-market practitioners, thankfully Curley M. Dossman, Jr. and 100 Black Men of America, Inc. are standing in the gap of wealth and income inequity grooming Black youth in business and enterprise. The 100 Black Men of America, Inc. professes a mission to improve the quality of life within African-American communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities where they live. The group is leading and teaching African Americans through programs and efforts that create environments that motivate young people to achieve, and become self-sufficient shareholders in the nation’s overall economic and social fabric. The 100 Black Men has more than 100 chapters with more than 10,000 members. It also has more than 100,000 annual youth participants in mentoring and youth development programs. The “100” is comprised of local Black professionals that are teaching and mentoring in their communities. Community partisans, the 100 have a quantifiable record helping Blacks build

and grow. Dossman continues to lead the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. into the future. The fifth president and chairman of the Board of Directors, Dossman aims to provide “impactful leadership that delivers innovative programs.” Dossman says his administration is geared toward “the intellectual and economic development of our youth based on the precepts of: respect for family, spirituality, justice, and integrity.” Since 1964, members of the 100 have implemented successful programs that have improved African-Americans’ quality of life. Chairman Dossman says that over past decades the 100 Black Men of America has changed the trajectory of the lives of tens of thousands of Black youth from victims to victors. He contends that the 100 Black Men are impacting the lives of tomorrow’s leaders through signature programs that deliver unique and innovative mentoring initiatives. Dossman knows his way around the streets and the suites. He’s vice president of community affairs and president of the GeorgiaPacific Foundation since 1994. He served as state vice president of government affairs at AT&T from 1984 to 1994. Before that, Dossman worked as a legislative assistant to Senator Russell B. Long from 1979 to 1984. Today, Dossman also serves on the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and Atlanta Downtown Improvement District. In previous years, he served as the chairman of the National Black Arts Festival and as director of Leadership Atlanta and chairman of the Morehouse College Campaign. Dossman’s leadership is grounded in the Market-Based Management business concept that fuels Georgia-Pacific LLC, an American pulp and paper company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Georgia-Pacific is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and distributors of pulp, paper, and packaging, building products and related chemicals. Were it a public company, in 2013 it would have ranked 17 on the Fortune 500 list. Dossman’s responsible for community relations program development and administration of the GeorgiaPacific Foundation. One of the leading Black corporate executives in the world, Dossman directs activities of the Georgia-Pacific Foundation and develops and implements the company’s overall philanthropic strategies. Georgia-Pacific believes that self-sufficiency and skillful use of economics are indispensable elements of a sustainable and strong community. Dossman administers his portfolio with astute business and organizational insight. Under Dossman, programs such as Youth Entrepreneurs Atlanta, young people are being taught free-enterprise fundamentals in communities and colleges. Dossman’s programs spark students’ interest in owning businesses and “thinking like an owner.” “We realize that student entrepreneurs, when nurtured and developed, can create value and free markets” says Dossman. If we want to close the gaps and inequalities that exist between Blacks and other groups in America, we may want to gauge what has occurred when leaders such as Dossman contribute in building our communities and their capacities. Inquiries can be directed to the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., 241 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30303, telephone (404) 688-5100. William Reed is publisher of “Who’s Who in Black Corporate America” and available for projects via the BaileyGroup.org

“The purpose of the law is simple…those who are equal before God shall now also be equal in the polling booths, in the classrooms, in the factories, and in hotels, restaurants, movie theaters, and other places that provide service to the public.” President Lyndon B. Johnson, July 2, 1964 July 2 marked the 50th anniversary of President Lyndon Johnson’s signing of the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964 that outlawed discrimination and segregation based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin. First introduced by President John F. Kennedy shortly before his 1963 assassination, the Civil Rights Act also offered greater protections for the right to vote and paved the way for another historic achievement one year later – the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Momentum for the legislation picked up following the 1963 March on Washington where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the National Urban League’s Whitney M. Young, along with 250,000

activists and citizens, gathered to demand “Jobs and Freedom” for people of all races who were locked out, left out, and disenfranchised. President Kennedy, a Massachusetts liberal, introduced the bill in June of 1963, just five months before his assassination. It was up to his appointed successor, Vice President Lyndon Johnson, a former United States Senator from Texas with deep southern roots, to carry it over the finish line. Despite extreme opposition, especially from his former southern Congressional allies, President Johnson successfully navigated the bill’s passage. He signed it into law on July 2, 1964, surrounded by Dr. King, Whitney Young and a multi-racial group of civil rights activists. It was only 50 years ago that it was legal in some states to deny Blacks the right to eat in the same restaurants as whites, to sit in the same movie theaters or even to apply for the same jobs. Thankfully, that is no longer true anywhere in America. We have also seen other gains, including a rising Black middle class and an increase in African American high school graduation rates. However, there is still a wide opportunity gap in America. According to a recent USA Today article, “In almost every economic category, blacks have been gaining, but not by enough. Median family income (in inflation-adjusted dollars) is up from $22,000 in 1963 to more than $40,000 today, still just two-thirds of the median for all Americans. Black unemploy-

ment remains twice the level of white unemployment, similar to where it was in 1972. The black poverty rate has dropped from more than 40% in the 1960s to about 27% today; child poverty similarly has dipped from 67% to about 40%. Those numbers still are glaring, however. And the gap in overall wealth is more than 5-to-1 between whites and blacks…” Perhaps the most visible demonstration of the progress we have made over the past 50 years is the 2008 election and the 2012 reelection of Barack Obama as America’s first Black President. But even that achievement has been met with a backlash, as right wing voter suppression efforts have risen since President Obama first took office and the United States Supreme Court essentially gutted the Voting Rights Act of 1965 last year. Obviously, 50 years after the passage of the Civil Rights Act, our work is not yet done. As we noted last week in our statement in support of the Voting Rights Amendment Act now before Congress, “The National Urban League believes there is no better and fitting tribute to the men and women who 50 years ago fought for and died to secure a Civil Rights Act and a Voting Rights Act than to pass the VRAA this year before the November mid-term elections. We cannot focus only on a celebration of progress. We must also ensure there is a continuation of the very equality and opportunity that are at the core of this country’s democratic values.”

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor; Thank you for your generous support of the first President’s Scholarship Gala held on April 12, 2014 at Nashville’s Omni Hotel. The Tennessee Tribune’s Sponsorship helped to make this truly a night to remember! The ambience and positive energy of the evening will go down in the history books as one of the greatest fundraising events hosted by our beloved Fisk University! Not only did we raise over $400,000.00 in scholarship dollars but it was a great night of good food, laughter, dancing, entertainment, and networking with our Fisk family, friends, and supporters. As we embark upon The Fisk Renaissance, we hope that we can count on you

for continued support of the President’s Scholarship Gala, which will be our annual signature event, and the Sesquicentennial Celebration in 2016. This year’s gala was just the beginning of great things to come at Fisk University. It is with the utmost gratitude that we, the Fisk Family, convey our heartfelt thanks for making this year’s event a magical evening for everyone and most importantly, for our students who will benefit from the funds raised. Best Regards, Jacquelyn Denton Alton, Chairperson Inauguration Committee Barbara L. L. Bowles, Chairperson Board of Trustees

NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL NEWS THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

Decision Looms That May Crush Obamacare

WASHINGTON, DC — Obamacare was left mostly unharmed this week despite the fact that the Supreme Court ruled against its contraception mandate. But a far greater threat to the law is alive and well a few blocks away in Washington, D.C. Any day now, a three-judge panel on the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals is expected to rule in Halbig v. Burwell, an expansive challenge that goes directly after federal insurance subsidies. An unfavorable outcome stands to cripple a core component of Obamacare, without which the law may not be able to survive. Two of the judges, both Republican appointees, expressed varying degrees of sympathy for the challengers’ case. “Of all the challenges since the individual mandate, this is the one that presents the most mortal threat to the act,” Jonathan Turley, a professor at George Washington University Law School, told TPM. At issue is whether the statute permits the federal exchange (which serves residents of 34 states which opted not to build their own) to dole out premium tax credits. Without the subsidies, which are beneﬁting millions of lower-income Americans, the individual mandate is unworkable because many people won’t be able to afford insurance. And without the mandate, the coverage guarantee for preexisting conditions threatens to send costs soaring and destabilize the health care market. The challenge was initially written off by some as a fool’s errand because there’s a lack of evidence that the Democrats who crafted and passed the Afford-

President Obama will be awaiting a decision that will be coming soon from the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals that could affect the Affordable Care Act.

able Care Act intended to block subsidies on the federal exchange, which was designed as a backstop on behalf of the states. (They’ve signed a brief saying as much.) But the challengers seized on an ambiguity in the language of the statute which says the subsidies are to be provided by “an Exchange established by the State.” “If the legislation is just stupid, I don’t see that it’s up to the court to save it,” Judge A. Raymond Randolph said during oral arguments in March. Randolph, a George H.W. Bush ap-

pointee, said the text of the statute “seems perfectly clear on its face” that the subsidies are conﬁned to state-run exchanges. Carter-appointed Judge Harry T. Edwards slammed the challengers’ claims as “preposterous.” So the deciding vote appears to be with George W. Bush-appointed Judge Thomas B. Grifﬁth, who wasn’t resolute but sounded unconvinced of the Obama administration’s defense, saying it had a “special burden” to show that the language “doesn’t mean what it appears to mean.” Turley said, “If this case were decided

on the basis of the statutory language, the advantage goes to the challengers. If the court is willing to broaden its interpretation then the administration may have an edge. It depends entirely on how the panel structures its analysis.” If the three-judge panel rules against federal Obamacare subsidies, sources close to the case say the administration is very likely to request an en banc ruling -- a re-vote taken by the full D.C. Circuit. The math of the overall bench is friendlier to the White House: 7 judges are Democratic appointees and 4 are Republican appointees. Four of the judges were placed by President Barack Obama himself, all during his second term. The legal basis for the lawsuit was crafted by Cato’s Michael Cannon and Case Western law professor Jonathan Adler. The challengers lost the case in the D.C. district court. Cannon said on Wednesday he’s “hopeful” about winning at the appeals court. The White House declined to comment on the pending litigation and administration ofﬁcials wouldn’t weigh in on potential contingency plans if the D.C. Circuit court’s ﬁnal judgment is against the Obamacare subsidies. “The text of the statute makes clear that the state establishment of an Exchange was never viewed as a condition for the availability of tax credits,” read the brief signed by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and other legislative architects of Obamacare.

50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act WASHINGTON, DC — In 1964, President Johnson put pen to paper and signed the Civil Rights Act into law. Fifty years later, few pieces of legislation have defined our national identity as distinctly, or as powerfully. By outlawing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, the Civil Rights Act effectively ended segregation in schools, workplaces, and public facilities. It opened the door for the Voting Rights Act, and the Fair Housing Act. And it transformed the

Statement by the President on the 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. concepts of justice, equality, and democracy for generations to come. The Civil Rights Act brought us closer to making real the declaration at the heart of our founding – that we are all created equal. But that journey continues. A half a

century later, we’re still working to tear down barriers and put opportunity within reach for every American, no matter who they are, what they look like, or where they come from. So as we celebrate this anniversary and the undeniable progress we’ve made over the past 50 years, we also remember those who have fought tirelessly to perfect our union, and recommit ourselves to making America more just, more equal and more free.

Red Cross: At Least 22 Dead in Attack on Kenyan Coast NAIROBI, KENYA — Twenty-two people were killed in overnight attacks by gunmen on the Kenyan coast, the Kenya Red Cross said Sunday. Al-Qaidalinked militants claimed responsibility but Kenyan officials blamed local separatists. The Saturday night attacks left 13 dead in the town of Hindi and nine dead and one person missing in the town of Gamba, in neighboring Lamu and Tana Delta counties, Kenya Red Cross chief Abbas Gulet said. Al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab militants from Somalia claimed responsibility for Saturday’s attacks — just like they did for others last month that killed 65 people. Kenya police, however, said preliminary investigations pointed to a Kenyan separatist group on the coast. The attacks come as tensions are rising over a planned protest rally Monday in Nairobi by the opposition, which wants the government to convene national talks over security issues, the increasing cost of living, corruption and the disbandment of the electoral authority. Many fear the protests could further divide the nation along tribal lines. About 15 gunmen raided the town of Hindi and started shooting at residents, according to the Lamu county commissioner Njenga Miiri. The assailants allegedly burned several buildings, including a church, and also attacked the Gamba police station, Kenyan police chief David Kimaiyo said. The victims in Gamba included five non-Muslim inmates killed when the gunmen attacked the police station, said a senior police officer who spoke anonymously because he was not authorized to speak with the media. Three other inmates escaped with the gunmen, according to the officer.

Grace Kaindi, a deputy inspector general of police, told reporters Sunday that preliminary investigations pointed to the separatist group Mombasa Republican Council. She showed a message allegedly left by the attackers on a blackboard at a school that called on Muslims to rise up, take back their land and kick out Christians from the coast. The message also suggested the attackers support opposition leader and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Kenya has witnessed a notable increase in attacks since deploying troops in Oct. 2011 to ﬁght al-Shabab militants. Al-Shabab claimed responsibility for a deadly attack last month on the town of Mpeketoni on the Kenyan coast and another attack the following day on a nearby village. Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and the interior minister have blamed local political networks for those attacks — assertions that have been met with skepticism. Last month, police arrested Lamu Governor Issa Timamy and charged him with murder, forceful eviction of residents and terrorism in connection to the Mpeketoni attacks. Kenyatta’s claims that the Mpeketoni attack was “politically motivated” are seen as an indirect attack on Odinga, who lost to Kenyatta in last year’s vote. The accusations have stoked tension between supporters of the two politicians, raising fears of violence. Odinga has vowed to continue with the protest despite a court order barring him and other leaders from the Coalition for Reforms and Democracy from convening the rally. The government has said 15,000 police ofﬁcers will be deployed at the rally to prevent violence.

The Kenya Red Cross reported today that gunmen killed at least 22 people in overnight attacks.

EDUCATION THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

Sen. Frist, Gates at Belmont for Discussion

Krysta Harden, deputy secretary of Agriculture, addresses members of The College of Agriculture, Human and Natural Sciences, and other stakeholders during her one-day visit to the University January 21. Photo by John Cross, TSU Media Relations

TSU’s Farmer Academy Inspires New Generation

NASHVILLE, TN — (TSU News Service) – The College of Agriculture, Human and Natural Sciences (CAHNS) Cooperative Extension Program at Tennessee State University began hosting a “New Farmer Academy” June 16 to help inspire a new generation of farmers, ranchers and returning veterans to develop successful small farm enterprises in Tennessee. The program, which is directed toward owners and potential owners of small acreages who desire information on how to best utilize their land and other resources to produce crops and raise livestock, meets on the third Monday of each month from June to October, with graduation set for November 17. According to Dr. Latif Lighari, associate dean for Extension, in addition to helping familiarize beginning farmers with the new USDA policies and website, the New Farmer

Academy will provide six months of intensive, hands-on training on the practical aspects of running a farm. “We also have arranged for a mentorship program with existing successful farmers who can provide valuable tips from their own experience,” said Lighari. The academy coincides with a recent announcement from the U.S. Agriculture Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden speaking about new policy changes meant to “improve the financial security of new and beginning farmers and ranchers,” according to a USDA news release. In addition to the policy changes, Deputy Secretary Harden, who visited TSU in January, unveiled a new website—www.usda.gov/ newfarmers—to provide a convenient resource to help those farmers and ranchers take advantage of these programs. “New and beginning farmers are the future of American agriculture,” said Deputy Secretary Harden. “The average age of an American farmer is 58 and rising, so we must help new farmers get started if America is go-

ing to continue feeding the world and maintain a strong agriculture economy. The new policies announced today will help give beginning farmers the financial security they need to succeed. Our new online tool will provide one-stop shopping for beginning farmers to learn more about accessing USDA services that can help their operations thrive.” In May, the USDA announced a $6 million award to universities and cooperative state extension services to develop online decision tools and other materials and train experts to educate producers about several key farm bill programs. TSU received $30,000 under this program to educate farmers on how to use the new risk reduction policies and to develop webbased decision tools. The cost to attend the academy is $150 per person and includes all educational material and a lunch at each session. To register, contact Rhonda Ewing at 615.963.1351 or rewing1@tnstate. edu. For more information about this program, contact Finis Stribling at 931.375.5301 or fstribling@tnstate.edu.

NASHVILLE, TN — – Senator Bill Frist, M.D., founder of Hope Through Healing Hands, and Melinda Gates, cochair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, are set to lead a community conversation on “The Mother & Child Project: Simple Steps to Saving Lives in the Developing World,” on Monday, July 14, at Belmont University. Influencers from throughout Nashville and members of the media are invited to take part in the discussion, which will be hosted by Belmont University and moderated by Scott Hamilton, U.S. Figure Skating Olympic champion, television commentator, and philanthropist, who with his wife, Tracie, has a great passion for global health. Hope Through Healing Hands (HTHH), a Nashville-based global health organization, recently partnered with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to create the Faith-based Coalition for Healthy Mothers and Children Worldwide.Its mission is to galvanize faith leaders across the U.S. on the issues of maternal, newborn and child health in developing countries. It emphasizes the benefits of healthy timing and spacing of pregnancies, including the voluntary use of methods for preventing pregnancy, not including abortion, that are harmonious with members’ values and religious beliefs. “Currently, more than 6.9 million children die every year in the developing world from preventable, treatable causes. More than 287,000 women die every year due to complications of pregnancy or childbirth, most of these deaths occurring in Africa and South Asia,” Senator Frist explained. “With a focus on healthy timing and spacing of pregnancies, we can make major strides in just a few years. That’s great news for women, children, and our entire world. “ HTHH Executive Director, Jenny Dyer, Ph.D notes, “This one issue—healthy timing and spacing of pregnancies–could be a key to saving lives and economic empowerment in the developing world.” Melinda Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, commented, “When women are able to plan their families, the positive benefits last a lifetime – they have healthier pregnancies, healthier newborns and healthier children. Faithbased organizations, with their deep roots in communities, can play a critical role in expanding access to information and tools to space births. Together, these efforts can build on the remarkable progress we’ve made toward saving and improving the lives of women and children around the world.” In addition to hosting the July 14 event, Belmont University will also be partnering with Hope Through Healing Hands via a Frist Global Health Leader award, which will fund a global health overseas

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experience for a Belmont graduate student. Belmont Provost Dr. Thomas Burns noted, “Belmont is committed to preparing compassionate and engaged healthcare leaders who can tackle the difficult issues of a 21st century world. Empowering healthy mothers and children through awareness and knowledge fits well with our mission, and Hope Through Healing Hands is a perfect partner for the University as we seek to expand global health opportunities for our students.” The Mother & Child Project event will focus on these topics, addressing questions from the audience and those submitted in advance to Jenny@HopeThroughHealingHands.org. A light breakfast will be served at 9:30 a.m. in the Maddox Grand Atrium at the Curb Event Center on the Belmont University Campus, at 2002 Belmont Boulevard, Nashville. The discussion will follow at 10 a.m. Parking is available at the Curb Event Center Garage on Bernard Avenue (between Belmont Boulevard and 15th Avenue South). Hope Through Healing Hands is a Nashville-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) whose mission is to promote improved quality of life for citizens and communities around the world using health as a currency for peace. Senator Bill Frist, M.D., is the founder and chair of the organization, and Jenny Eaton Dyer, Ph.D., is the CEO/Executive Director.

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Reflect on How Far We’ve Come Howard Baker: A Lion That Roared

DR. WILMER LEON By Dr. Wilmer Leon

“I say it with a sad sense of the disparity between us. I am not included within the pale of this glorious anniversary! Your high independence only reveals the immeasurable distance between us. The blessings in which you, this day, rejoice, are not enjoyed in common.-The rich inheritance of justice, liberty, prosperity and independence, bequeathed by your fathers, is shared by you, not by me. The sunlight that brought light and healing to you, has brought stripes and death to me. This Fourth July is yours, not mine. You may rejoice, I must mourn.” Frederick Douglas – The Meaning of July Fourth for the Negro – 1852 As America celebrated July 4th, as the grills smoked, the salads tossed, pools filled, and fireworks displayed take a moment to reflect. Reflect upon how far we have come as a nation and yet how far we have to go. I implore African Americans to read the entire text of Frederick Douglas’ famous speech, The Meaning of July Fourth for the Negro. Are we as a people able to enjoy the blessings, the justice, and the liberty that are celebrated on this day? We have become all too familiar with the data. According to Bread for the World, one in four African-Americans lives below the federal poverty line and more than a third (35.7 percent) of all African-American children live in poverty. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that for 2013, the underemployment rate for African-American workers was 13.4 percent compared 6.7 percent for white workers. That does not account for those who have lost faith in the process and dropped out of the system. The Pew Research Center reports that the Median Net Worth of Households for Whites is $113,149 and for African Americans is $5,677. Yet, The Selig Center estimates that the nation’s Black buying power will continue its dramatic rise — $316 billion in 1990 to $600 billion in 2000, to $947 billion in 2010– to $1,038 billion in 2012, and a projected $1,307

billion in 2017. The NAACP reports that African Americans now constitute nearly 1 million of the total 2.3 million of the incarcerated population. African Americans are incarcerated at nearly six times the rate of Whites. These are just a few examples of the frightening realities with which we are faced. Douglas asked, “What, to the American slave, is your 4th of July? I answer; a day that reveals to him, more than all other days in the year, the gross injustice and cruelty to which he is the constant victim.” Yes, slavery ended in 1865 but that two hundred- fifty years of slavery was followed by ninety years of Jim Crow; sixty years of separate but equal and thirty-five years of racist housing policy. Yes, legislative and judicial progress have been made. The Civil Rights Act of 1866 provided for the equality of citizens of the United States in the enjoyment of “civil rights and immunities.” That Act was undermined by the Tilden/Hayes compromise of 1877. We have recently celebrated the 60th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education decision and the 50th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and will soon celebrate the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. One problem is that too many have confused the legislative successes with the ultimate victory, changing the racist core and premise upon which this country was founded as memorialized in the U.S. Constitution. I take this moment to focus on the past because as Douglas said, “We have to do with the past only as we can make it useful to the present and to the future. Douglas continued, “At a time like this, scorching irony, not convincing argument, is needed. O! had I the ability, and could reach the nation’s ear, I would, to-day, pour out a fiery stream of biting ridicule, blasting reproach, withering sarcasm, and stern rebuke. For it is not light that is needed, but fire; it is not the gentle shower, but thunder. We need the storm, the whirlwind, and the earthquake. The feeling of the nation must be quickened; the conscience of the nation must be roused; the propriety of the nation must be startled; the hypocrisy of the nation must be exposed; and its crimes against God and man must be proclaimed and denounced.” As we enjoyed the Fourth, eating ribs and hot dogs, did we ask ourselves, are we as a people

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able to enjoy the blessings, the justice, and the liberty that are celebrated on this day? If not, what must we do to bring about substantive and permanent change? Our plight, our success, and our future have always been in our hands. Dr. King once said, “… nobody else can do this for us; no document can do this for us; no lincolnian emancipation proclamation can do this for us;no kennesonian or johnsonian civil rights bill can do this for us; if the negro is to be free, he must move down into the inner resources of his own soul and sign with a pen and ink of self-asserted manhood his own emancipation proclamation.” Here is one, just one very simple yet challenging thing to consider. The former President and CEO of the NAACP, Ben Jealous has just released a report entitled, “True South: Unleashing Democracy in the Black Belt 50 Years After Freedom Summer.” According to the report, “The first and most important lesson is that massive voter registration can overcome massive voter suppression. Our analysis shows that registering just 30 percent of eligible unregistered black voters or other voters of color could shift the political calculus in a number of Black Belt states, helping blacks elect candidates who share their concerns or alternatively, forcing all candidates to pay attention to the community’s concerns. Registering 60 percent or 90 percent would change the political calculus in an even greater number of states.” I opened with Douglas and I will close with Douglas, “…Allow me to say, in conclusion, notwithstanding the dark picture I have this day presented, of the state of the nation, I do not despair of this country. There are forces in operation which must inevitably work the downfall of slavery. “The arm of the Lord is not shortened,” and the doom of slavery is certain. I, therefore, leave off where I began, with hope.” Dr. Wilmer Leon is the Producer/ Host of the Sirius/XM Satellite radio channel 110 program “Inside the Issues with Wilmer Leon” Go to www.wilmerleon.com or email:wjl3us@yahoo. com.

African-American woman to command a ship in the U.S. Navy, the release notes. President Obama’s senior adviser, Valerie Jarrett, tweeted out her congratulations to the inspiring admiral, who was awarded the 2011 USO Military Woman of the Year and the 2013 NAACP Chairman’s Image Award.

LANCE SIMMENS By Lance Simmens

I wrote this piece upon hearing of the passing of former Senator Howard Baker and have refined it several times in order to make sure I pay appropriate homage to the man and the institution he so ably served. I am not normally in the business of either praising or even countenancing positive contributions of adversaries, i.e. the Republican Party, but as that entity strays further and further from relevance to the functioning of our representative democracy I feel it is important to concede that there once was a time when our system functioned in a way that improved the lives of its citizens. Like it or not it is important to face the fact that until changes that are realistically not in play currently change our twoparty system we are stuck with what we have got, and it is crucial that we figure out a way to forge changes that move us towards a more egalitarian and tolerant society. At this juncture that is not happening and therefore I believe we need to dig deeply into the root causes of why and examine what has changed. Thus we find ourselves returning to the not so distant past, Eisenhower in the ’50s, JFK, RFK, and MLK in the ’60s, and Congressional rescue from a near constitutional crisis and a crisis of confidence in our government that took place in the ’70s. It is this last time frame that will be the focus of this piece today. Hopefully a quick look back can shed light on a way to resuscitate a system precariously perched on a ledge staring into the deep abyss of futility and dysfunction. The year 1973 brought this country perilously close to a constitutional crisis, and had it not been for

the incredible spectacle of the U.S. Senate Watergate Committee’s hearings and the clinic in civility, comity, and bipartisan dedication to the Constitution that was on display daily for all the American people to see there can be little doubt that our Nation would have been worse off. At the center of the Watergate hearings were two Southern Senators, Democratic Senator Sam Ervin from North Carolina who chaired the Committee,

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and Republican Tennessee Senator Howard Baker, the ranking member. At the time I was recuperating from a life-threatening injury which required me to convalesce in the comfort of my parent’s house in Pennsylvania. I was 19-years-old, a college sophomore with little idea of what I wanted to do in life and had basically gone to college to avoid the draft. Not only did the hearings fill my day but they inspired me to dream big and choose a course of action. As I sat mesmerized by the drama that unfolded with each passing day I came to the realization that public service and government was an arena where I could fulfill my idealistic dreams for making the world a better place for others. This pivotal development would lead me to a nearly four decade career in public service that would have me working for two Presidential administrations (Carter and Clinton), the U.S. Senate Budget Committee, and stints for two prominent Governors (Rendell from Pennsylvania and Brown from California) and eventually lead me to write a book about the dysfunctional state of affairs which currently grips our system. Howard Baker was not averse to partisan politics, it would be naïve to sug-

gest otherwise, but in the formative years that I spent in Washington, DC and the halls of Congress it was accepted that compromise and civility would ultimately triumph and keep the engine of progress moving forward. In that book, The Evolution of a Revolution, I identify the need to return to the notion that government can work in order to dig ourselves out of the ditch we are in, an idea which is in direct contravention to the cynical notion that government is the problem and not the solution which is flaunted by the Tea Party and its proxy the current Republican Party. As fate would have it I met Senator Ervin several years later and he signed my Constitutional Law textbook as “an old country lawyer” and in 1981 I would end up working for Tennessee Senator Jim Sasser, junior Senator to Howard Baker before he left to become Chief of Staff to President Reagan in 1987. There was a time when these men were giants and represented the very best ideals that are the foundation of this representative democracy. The most conspicuous principle that undergirds our government is the necessity to compromise, to reach agreement on important issues that face the nation and its people. As a young man dedicated to the notion of public service I had the good fortune and honor of watching our system work, not perfectly, but effectively. It is hard to imagine that happening in the toxic political environment that has captured our society today and the longer we drift into willful neglect of important issues like climate change or income inequality the more severe the consequences will be for those that follow. So as we mourn the passing of Howard Baker let us reflect upon the lessons that he valiantly if unconsciously was imparting to us over forty years ago: namely, to rise above pettiness and work to reach compromise on issues big and small. He played a role in bringing down a President of his own party for the good of the nation. Imagine that.

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Eskind-Moses Elected President-Elect of IAML

Marlene Eskind Moses

NASHVILLE, TN — Marlene Eskind Moses, an internationally recognized family law expert and founding manager of MTR Family Law, PLLC, has been elected PresidentElect of the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (IAML) USA Chapter. IAML is a worldwide association of practicing lawyers who are recognized by their peers as the most experienced and expert family law specialists in their respective countries; membership is by invitation. IAML currently has 3 regional Chapters: a USA Chapter with more than 270 Fellows from 36 states; a European Chapter with more than 210 Fellows from 25 different countries; and a Canadian Chapter with more than 40 Fellows. In all,

forty-five countries are represented by more than 620 Fellows. IAML was formed in 1986 to improve the practice of law and administration of justice in the area of divorce and family law throughout the world. Moses is a past-president of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and was awarded the organization’s Outstanding Fellow of the Year Award. She is a Fellow of the Tennessee Bar Association Foundation and the Nashville Bar Association Foundation. She is a Diplomate of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers and serves on its Executive Committee. She is a past president of the Tennessee Supreme Court Historical Society, the Tennessee Board of

Law Examiners, and Lawyers Association for Women. She is a former vice president of the Nashville Bar Association. She has served on the Tennessee Bar Association’s Family Law Code Commission. Moses has been recognized by Mid-South Super Lawyers for her family law practice since 2006. Moses graduated from Tulane University with a Bachelor of Arts degree and Masters of Social Work. In 2012, she received the Distinguished Alumnae Award from the Newcomb Alumnae Association of Tulane University. Moses received her law degree from the Nashville School of Law and has been honored with the Nashville School of Law Distinguished Alumni Award.

Bacon Promoted at Nashville PR Firm NASHVILLE, TN —Barge, Waggoner, Sumner and Cannon, Inc. has promoted Hanna Bacon to Human Resources Representative. Her primary focus areas are recruiting, onboarding and benefit administration. Bacon joined Barge Waggoner as a Human Resources Assistant in December 2012. Prior to Barge Waggoner, Bacon was a Human Resources Coordinator with Select Medical Corporation, and she interned in Human Resources with the Knoxville Utilities Board. Bacon earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and majored in Human Resources Management at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she was on the Dean’s List. She is actively involved in the Middle Tennessee Society for Human Resource Management (MTSHRM) and has passed the SHRM Assurance of Learning exam. Barge Waggoner is a professional services firm that includes engineers, architects, landscape architects, and surveyors employed in offices in Tennessee, Alabama, Ohio and Georgia.

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Hannah Bacon

Focus markets include Aviation, Energy & Environment, Federal, Industrial and Building Services, Land Resources and Water Services. Founded in 1955, Barge Waggoner is ranked No. 171 in the 2014 Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms list. Visit Barge Waggoner’s website for more information: www.bargewaggoner.com

Lawsuit Filed in NC for Discrimination

GREENSBORO, NC — Prominent trial attorney Willie Gary along with his legal team James Leonard Brown of Los Angeles, California and Michael Jones of Durham, North Carolina announced today the filing of a multi-million dollar discrimination and breach of contract lawsuit on behalf of Michael and Ramona Woods and Black Network Television against the City of Greensboro, North Carolina. The lawsuit was filed today in Guilford County.

Atty. Willie Gary

The lawsuit details the irreparable damage and harm that the City of Greensboro’s bad business dealings caused Michael and Ramona Woods and Black Network Television. The Woods are suing the City of Greensboro for discrimination and losses related to an economic development loan from the City that was approved on June 18, 2013, and then reneged on one month later by a City Council vote of 6 to 3. The lawsuit outlines the claim for damages caused by the denial of the promised funds. The loan was slated for network operations, including production of a new

national comedy series titled, “Whatcha Cookin’?” “The City of Greensboro’s discriminatory acts crushed our client’s dream,” said Gary. “Michael and Ramona Woods discussed with various city officials what a successful minority owned Greensborobased television network would mean to the community in terms of job creation, skills and training and economic development. As a result, the Woods’ put full trust and confidence in the City’s promise to grant the economic development loan, only to be misled, misguided, deceived and discriminated against,” continued Gary. “It isn’t right and we will not stand for it!” Gary is no stranger to seeking justice. Gary and his legal team are known for taking on some of the nation’s most powerful corporate giants, including the funeral industry. In 1995, a jury awarded Gary and his legal team a record-breaking, half-billion dollars against one of the world’s largest funeral chains, The Loewen Group. In addition, Gary is noted for winning a $240 million jury verdict in Orange County against the Walt Disney Corporation for his clients who alleged that Disney stole their idea for a sports theme park. In 2001, a jury awarded Gary a $139.6 million verdict for the Maris Distributing Company against Anheuser Busch. “Black Network Television is a strong voice in this community, and we must address the injustice of this situation,” said Michael Woods. “Black Network Television tells stories that other stations don’t tell and focuses on people and communities that are often overlooked on other network and cable media outlets.” Longtime business owners in the Triad region, Woods and his wife launched the television network in 2011.

Ed Lanquist

Waddey, Lanquist Named Best of the Bar

NASHVILLE, TN — Ed Lanquist, managing shareholder, and I.C. (Jack) Waddey Jr., co-founder and senior attorney of Waddey Patterson, PC, have been recognized as two of Nashville’s “Best of the Bar 2014” by the Nashville Business Journal. Honorees will be recognized during a Celebration Reception at the Nashville City Club on Thursday, June 26. The Nashville Business Journal used a 2-part process in determining 80 winners in four categories. For two months, the publication took nominations from the general public. Eligible nominees then participated in two weeks of private, peer-to-peer voting in order to determine the true “Best of the Bar” in Nashville. A Registered Patent Attorney (USPTO), Ed Lanquist is president-elect of the Nashville Bar Association and has been selected co-chair for the upcoming 2014-2015 Leadership Nashville Class. He is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association where he serves on the Intellectual Property Committee. Lanquist has been a frequent presenter at numerous organizations including the American Bar Association, Tennessee Intellectual Property Law Association, National Business Institute and Southeastern Commercial Law Institute. Lanquist was named one of Tennessee’s Top Lawyers by the National Law Journal in 2012 and has been named a “Best Lawyer” by U.S. News each of the last three years. Active in the community, Lanquist was a member of the 2013-14 Leadership Nashville class and currently serves as the Chair for the Mid-South Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. He also serves on the board for the Nashville Capital Network, the Arts and Business Council and is Vice Chair of the Nashville Shakespeare Festival. He is the past Chair of the Belcourt Theatre and still serves on its board. He also provides pro-bono services on occasion to aid non-profits in their attempts to protect their intellectual property. Lanquist received his J.D. with Honors from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1988 and a B.S. in Civil Engineering with Honors from the University of Tennessee in 1985. Jack Waddey, a registered patent at-

torney, is a member of the Board of Governors, is on the Executive Committee and serves as Treasurer of the International Academy of Mediators (IAM), and is a member of the technology panel of the International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution (CPR). He is a member of the Tennessee Academy of Mediators and Arbitrators, a chapter of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals and also is a member of the Commercial Mediators Association, the NASD / FINRA Panel of Arbitrators and Mediators, and the Panel of Neutrals of the International Trademark Association. He currently serves as a Board member of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center. He was president of the Tennessee Association of Professional Mediators from 2005 to 2006 and president of the Tennessee Intellectual Property Association from 2004 to 2006. Waddey is a member of the Nashville Bar Association, the Nashville Bar Foundation and the Tennessee Bar Association. He is a past chairman of the Tennessee Bar Association’s Section on Intellectual Property. A member of the American Bar Association, he is a member of both the Intellectual Property and Alternative Dispute Resolution sections. He earned his J.D. at Georgetown University Law Center, where he served as Associate Editor of the Georgetown Law Journal, and holds a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from Auburn University. He served as Law clerk for Judge Harry Phillips, Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit. Waddey Patterson is a full service intellectual property law firm handling patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, and domain name related matters for its clients. Waddey Patterson was formed by a group of Registered Patent Attorneys to be the first and only law firm in Middle Tennessee to practice exclusively in Intellectual Property Law. Since its beginning in March 1992, and in response to the needs of its clients, the Firm has more than tripled in size. The office of Waddey Patterson is located in the Roundabout Plaza, 1600 Division Street, Suite 500, Nashville, Tennessee. For additional information, visit www. iplawgroup.com

LOCAL NEWS Waddey Patterson Adds Two Associates

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NASHVILLE, TN — Timothy L. Capria and J. Crockett Hailey, III, have joined intellectual property law firm Waddey Patterson as associates, announced Edward D. Lanquist Jr, the firm’s managing shareholder. “We are pleased to welcome these talented young attorneys to the firm,” said Lanquist. “They bring us further depth in our life science and mechanical practices.” Capria’s practice focuses on acquiring intellectual property, patent opinion, and enforcing intellectual property rights, primarily in the life sciences. Previously, Capria clerked for Amazon. com, Inc., in its Intellectual Property Acquisition and Investments group in Seattle, WA. Capria received his J.D. from Duke University School of Law in 2013, where he completed an externship with Carnegie Mellon University’s technology transfer office. He earned a B.S. in biology from Roch-

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Memphis Firm Recognized By Chambers USA

Timothy L. Capria

J. Crockett Hailey, III

ester Institute of Technology, with honors, in 2007. He is a member of the New York State Bar Association, Tennessee Intellectual Property Law Association and the Nashville Bar Association, where he serves on the Alternate Dispute Resolution Committee. Hailey, a registered patent attorney, focuses his practice on patent and trademark prosecution and enforcement of intellectual property rights in the areas of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law, primarily

in the mechanical and electromechanical arts. Prior to joining Waddey Patterson, he was a patent examiner for the United States Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria, VA. Hailey received his J.D. at University of Alabama School of Law in 2012. He graduated from Mississippi State University with a B.S. in mechanical engineering in 2009. He is a member of the Alabama Bar Association and the American Bar Association.

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Continued from page 4A cost. Have you ever really crunched the numbers? On the internet, there are practically as many retirement calculators as there are singing cats. But most people we know don’t visit them. (The calculators, that is.) However, at 40, retirement—if you’ve planned right—may be a mere 25 years away, so you ought to know how much you need to save up. Here’s a good place to calculate that. And here’s why starting to save more right now, instead of a decade from now, will make getting there significantly easier. 12. How much you have saved for retirement. O.K., cool, you’ve been diligently contributing to your 401(k). Somewhere out there you may have an IRA or two. (And you might want to look into rolling over these balances into fewer accounts.) The important thing is to know how much you’ve saved and how much you still need to. So, go on. Dig up your passwords. Crunch the numbers. Or link your accounts in the free LearnVest Money Center and we’ll show you. 13. How to manage budget-busting friends. If you were duped by them in your 20s, shame on them. If you’re still letting it happen in your 30s, shame on you. By this age, you should know who they are and how they operate. While you may love their sense of humor or style, you may hate how empty your wallet is after you hang out with them. It’s about time you learned how to neutralize these culprits. 14. Your own money personality. Maybe you’re the Budget-Buster. The Protector. Or the Pleaser. Discover how your Myers-Briggs quotient is affecting your finances. 15. That, the older you get, the more complex your money life becomes. “A lot of my younger clients say, ‘I’ll be able to save more for retirement when I make more money,’ but the truth is, as they start to make more money, they have way more financial obligations,” says Taylor. “They’re not living in the shoebox apartment anymore. Then they get married, and they have a wedding to fund. Then they have kids, and they have college to save for.” The bottom line? Today is the time to start, not tomorrow. 16. How your significant other handles money. By now, you probably know his favorite color, first pet and worst habit, but do you know how he thought about money growing up? Or exactly where she stands—financially—today? Here are six money questions to ask each other and a Love & Money Bootcamp to help you get on the same page. And, when you’re ready, a financial plan to help you build the life you want together. 17. Where your parents stand finan-

cially. It’s a rough role reversal, to be sure. After all, they were probably the ones who took care of you, but trust us, you’ll be glad you had this conversation. Start by finding out how to access their account balances, health insurance and long-term care insurance. Then ask them these six money questions today. 18. The basics of investing. Before you put any money in the market, you should know how it works. Get a quick tutorial here: Investing 101. Or, try our everythingyou-could-possibly-need-to-know-andmore in-depth program: Start Investing Bootcamp. But don’t get ahead of yourself, either. Don’t even think about investing until you have a fully funded emergency savings account, no high-interest debt and are on track for retirement. 19. A good tax accountant. Whether you D.I.Y. your taxes or hire someone to file your returns is up to you—and depends on your financial situation. Here’s where you can find out whether it’s worth it to pay an accountant. Got other tax questions? We answer them here. 20. Your total compensation package. We know: We’ve all been so grateful to get the job that we signed on the dotted line without a backward glance, too. But that was then. By this stage in your career, you should know more than the number that makes up your base pay. “Does your employer offer disability insurance? Life insurance? You should know that,” Taylor says. The same for matching retirement plans, health benefits and even 529 plans. 21. What a 529 plan is. No, it’s not a cut of blue jean. If you have kids, and you think their education is important, you should know this term. Hint: It helps you save for college. 22. How to maximize your time. Binge-watching on Netflix can be fun … until it’s not. Here are the eight best time investments you can make. 23. Who your health care proxy is. We cannot overstate the importance of choosing someone to make medical decisions for you if you were incapacitated. Fun task? No. But you don’t want to leave this to chance. 24. That it’s possible to juggle a couple of money goals at once. Some of the most common questions LearnVest Certified Financial Planners™ get are what they call “This or that?” questions. In other words, you may want to build up your savings, pay down your debt, save up for retirement and make that dream vacation possible, but you only seem to have $200 left at the end of each month. First, know that many people feel like this. Second, know that a financial planner can help you prioritize. 25. That you will never have “enough” money. “In nine years of being a financial planner, I’ve never met a person who’s had enough money,” Taylor says. “Our lifestyles seem to be ever-expanding as

MEMPHIS, TN — Jackson Lewis P.C., one of the country’s largest and fastest-growing workplace law firms, is pleased to announce that the firm’s Memphis office and Managing Shareholder have been recognized in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA. Managing Shareholder James R. Mulroy II is one of 65 attorneys from the firm recognized in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. The prestigious annual legal guide ranks the top firms and lawyers across the country in a variety of practice areas, including Labor & Employment, on the basis of submissions put forward by legal

our incomes expand.” Case in point: Even the uber-wealthy feel poor. The takeaway? Stop feeling like tomorrow is the time to tackle your financial burdens and take control of your money today. 26. That you never know the truth about other people’s finances. The coworker with great clothes could be deep in debt or have family money. The neighbor could be close to foreclosure or have paid cash for her house. That’s why it’s never wise to compare yourself to other people. 27. What not to do when you buy a new home. We all love to renovate. But remember: You’re not on an episode of one of those D.I.Y. extreme home makeover shows and, in real life, big projects cost big bucks. So don’t let your aspirations do you in. Here’s how to set a realistic renovation budget and stick to it. 28. How to find a financial planner you trust. It’s your money, so you should have perfect confidence that the person who is helping you manage it is smart, capable and 100% on your side. When choosing one, watch out for these red flags. 29. How to dress fabulously on your budget. Overspending on the latest, slickest or coolest new apparel can be the downfall of many. But it’s possible to cut down your clothing budget, and still rock head-turning style, on just about any salary. Our Priceless Style Bootcamp is a good place to start. 30. What “rebalancing” means. When you were 10, it meant climbing back up on the balance bar in gymnastics class. Now, it may mean making sure your investment portfolio is primed to grow, while also protecting yourself so your accounts won’t be decimated if there’s a stock market downturn. Here, an article about how to rebalance your portfolio. 31. Why life insurance is so important. Even if you don’t have kids, it could still be a life-saving option. And “life insurance is cheap, as long as you get it early,” says Taylor. Here, everything you need to know. 32. The big cost of your little splurges. By 40, you should clearly understand how your $5-a-day smoothie habit can add up, keeping you from making progress on your money goals. While you’re out and about, use the LearnVest iPhone app as a handy reference tool to keep track of and categorize all your transactions. 33. A favorite under-$10 dinner. As a bona fide adult, you should have not only a signature dish you can wow with, but also five quick meals you can whip up that won’t break the bank. And no, ramen noodles don’t count. That ship has sailed. (Still stumped? Try one of these.) 34. How to negotiate a better salary. Sure, spending less and saving more help, but there’s no faster way to financial freedom than growing your income. Make sure that you’re earning what you’re

practices, in-depth interviews conducted with attorneys and clients and its own database resources. James Mulroy is the Office Managing Shareholder and Litigation Manager of the Memphis, Tennessee office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Mr. Mulroy has more than 30 years of trial and litigation experience in federal and state trial and appellate courts as well as before administrative judges and tribunals. He has represented clients in dozens of labor and employment, civil rights, unfair trade practices and public accommodation cases as well as a variety of class actions and multiparty lawsuits.

worth. 35. What a will is—and why you need one. By this point in life you need one … or two. There are actually two kinds of wills: a last will and testament and a living will. Put simply, a last will and testament is a legal document that spells out what should happen to your possessions when you die. (And, yes, you have possessions.) A living will, on the other hand, is a health care directive for what should happen to you if you’re unable to communicate your wishes. Guess what? You need both. Brush up on wills and trusts with our guide. 36. How taxes factor into your retirement plan. Some retirement savings vehicles have you pay taxes now and are taxfree later. Some are tax-free now but charge you tax when you withdraw funds. “It’s not only important for your investment portfolio to diversify, it’s also important to diversify your tax situation in retirement,” Taylor says. “So make sure you have some tax-free sources of income in retirement, as well as some taxable sources, so you can control your tax bracket when you get there.” If that’s confusing, we’ll explain. 37. That cashing out your 401(k) may hurt you. Now and later. You already know that pulling money out of your 401(k) sets you back years and years when it comes to retiring, right? But guess what: You’ll also have a huge tax bill to pay the next April. Plus, you’re more likely to plunder your account again. That’s another reason it’s important to have an emergency fund. (In addition to not cashing out, steer clear of 401(k) loans that let you borrow against your retirement savings and pay it back— with interest.) 38. The ins and outs of interest. Simple interest is a percentage multiplied by the amount and the length of time you promise to pay it back (if we’re talking about a loan—or, if we’re talking about a simple savings account, the length of the time that you leave the money there, untouched). Compound interest, on the other hand, is calculated more frequently so that it builds upon itself to make interest grow continually. Here’s how it can help and hurt you. 39. How your money can affect change. Sure, you may like to give to charity here and there, but how you choose to invest your money can also make a statement and a difference. Learn about socially responsible investing. 40. A financial plan. Maybe you prefer to budget in envelopes. Maybe you have a 12-step plan for your retirement (by 40) all mapped out. Whatever you choose, studies have shown that people who think about the future are better able to make their money grow. And sometimes you need someone to help with that. LearnVest Planning Services offers financial plans by Certified Financial Planners™ to help you get where you’re going.

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Traveling Family to Volunteer at Zoo By A.J. Dugger III

Earlier this summer, the Murset family packed up their Recreational Vehicle and left their home in Phoenix, Arizona to travel around the country to do chores for strangers. The father, Greg, says that he is doing this to instill a strong work ethic into his children and others. “At the end of the day, we hope that by doing this, we inspire other people to help others in need,” he said. “I decided to pack up my wife and six kids and go across the nation to do chores for people at their houses. We’re visiting 20 cities in 20 days. We do chores some people struggle with. We’re going to mow lawns. We’re also going to wash windows, vacuum, dust and do all that stuff. We go in, give a little help and then move on. It’s a good feeling to volunteer and give back.” The Mursets are aligned with several charities, including Autism Speaks, Cookies For Kids’ Cancer, The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, The Folds of Honor

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Continued from page 1A raids not for extreme emergencies like hostage situations but to carry out such basic police work as serving warrants or searching for a small amount of drugs,” said Kara Dansky, Senior Counsel with the ACLU’s Center for Justice. ”Carried out by ten or more officers armed with assault rifles, flashbang grenades, and battering rams, these paramilitary raids disproportionately impacted people of color, sending the clear message that the families being raided are the enemy. This unnecessary violence causes property damage, injury, and death.” The report documents multiple tragedies caused by police carrying out needless SWAT raids, including a 26-year-old mother shot with her child in her arms and a 19-month-old baby critically injured when a flashbang grenade landed in his crib. “Our police are trampling on our civil rights and turning communities of color into war zones,” Dansky continued. “We all pay for it with our tax dollars. The Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, and Justice

The Murset Family’s Recreational Vehicle

Foundation and The National MPS Society. “They’re the ones lining up people for us to serve,” said Murset. On July 17, the Murset family is scheduled to bring their RV to Nashville and do volunteer work at the Nashville Zoo. “I don’t know what we’re going to do but it’s going to be fun. I jokingly told my young-

est boys that they’ll have to follow around an elephant with a shovel,” said Murshet. Murset and his wife have four sons and two daughters, ranging between the ages 16, 15, 13, 11, 9, and 7. The family patriarch says that traveling in the RV is more fun than people might assume. “There’s three beds. It’s 33 feet long and it’s such a fun way to travel with the family. Plus you

give police military weaponry and vehicles as well as grants for military equipment. The War on Drugs has failed, yet the federal government hasn’t stopped the flow of guns and money.” The report calls for the federal government to rein in the incentives for police to militarize. The ACLU also asks that local, state, and federal governments track the use of SWAT and the guns, tanks, and other military equipment that end up in police hands. “Our findings reveal not only the dangers of militarized police, but also the difficulties in determining the extent and impact of those dangers. At every level – from the police to the state governments to the federal government – there is almost no recordkeeping about SWAT or the use of military weapons and vehicles by local law enforcement,” noted Dansky. In addition, the report recommends that state legislatures and municipalities develop criteria for SWAT raids that limit their deployment to the kinds of emergencies for which they were intended, such as an active shooter situation.

HISTORYMAKERS

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• Tennessee State Rep. Brenda Gilmore • Tennessee Titan and business owner Kamerion Wimbly • Davidson County Judicial Candidates • Nashville Community Education Executive Director Lovette Curry • Dr. Ruth Ross Edmonds of Braces By Dr. Ruth • Dr. Alicia Hall of Advanced Care Centers • Convenient Shopper Publisher Treva Gordon. • Author and Belmont Professor Dr. Sybril Bennett • Adonis Jarmon of Jarmon Transportation • Command Sergeant Major, U.S. Army, Retired Arnett H. Bodenhamer • Dr. Phyllis Qualls-Brooks, Executive Director of the Tennessee Economic Council on Women • Gloria McKissack of Les Gemmes • 2012 - 2013 Mrs Tennessee Tiffany Love • Rev. Gary Henderson, Executive Director for the Global Health Initiative for the United Methodist Church • Chef Raz Ademosu, owner/operator of Raz’z Restaurant • Dr. Keith B. Churchwell, the Exec. Director and Chief Medical Officer at Vanderbilt Heart and Vascular Institute • Fisk University’s Athletic Director Anthony Owens. • Mary McCallum, CEO of Sistastyle Productions • Walter Holloway Nashville Police Department, Retired • Jonathan Martin, Head of the Nashville bureau for Al Jazeera America

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verse resource for scholars, teachers, students and documentarians seeking a more complete record of our nation’s history and its people.” “The HistoryMakers represents the single largest archival project of its kind since the Works Progress Administration’s initiative to document the experiences of former slaves in the 1930s,” said Julieanna Richardson, founder and executive director of The HistoryMakers. “This relationship with the Library of Congress represents a momentous occasion for our organization. With the Library of Congress serving as our permanent repository, we are assured of its preservation and safekeeping for generations to come.” The collection includes 9,000 hours of content that includes 14,000 analog tapes, 3,000 DVDs, 6,000 born-digital files, 70,000 paper documents and digital files and more than 30,000 digital photographs. The HistoryMakers has provided the Library with digital files of all of the analog tapes. The collection comprises 2,600 videotaped interviews with African-Americans in 39 states, averaging three to six hours in length. The videos are grouped by 15 different subject areas ranging from science, politics and the military to sports, music and entertainment. For example, the ScienceMakers category currently features 211 top black scientists-about six percent of the interviews-in the fields of chemistry, engineering, physics, biology, electronics, anthropology, aerospace, mathematics and genetics, among other scientific professions. The percentages of interviews for the other categories break down as follows: ArtMakers (7 percent), BusinessMakers (12 percent), CivicMakers (13 percent), EducationMakers (17 percent), EntertainmentMakers (3 percent), LawMakers (6 percent), MediaMakers (10 percent), MedicalMakers (4 percent), MilitaryMakers (3 percent), MusicMakers (6 percent), PoliticalMakers (7 percent), ReligionMakers (3 percent), SportsMakers (2 percent) and StyleMakers (1 percent). “The collection is one of the most welldocumented and organized audiovisual collections that the Library of Congress has ever acquired,” said Mike Mashon, head of the Library’s Moving Image Section. “It is also one of the first born-digital collections accepted into our nation’s repository.” Oral histories are continually being added to the growing archive. The oldest person interviewed was Louisiana Hines, who passed away in 2013 at 114. She was one of the iconic “Rosie the Riveter” workers during War World II. One of the youngest is a prima ballerina, Ayisha McMillan, who was 29 at the time of her interview. Some of the other lesserknown participants who have shared their life stories are: •Arthur Burton, Sr.-one of the last surviving Pullman Porters who worked 20 days a month, averaging two hours of sleep a night at half the pay of factory workers. •Amazon Brooks-voted in her first

never have to stop for a restroom break. That’s a big deal. You just keep right on going. We’re traveling almost 65,000 miles in our RV.and it’s been a blast.” Murset explained that he wants to get young people to think of others instead of themselves all the time. “Teenagers and kids in general like to think of themselves a lot. We need to help them think of other people to change their perspectives in life. You have to work hard. You gotta have work ethic. That’s a problem with kids these days. They don’t have that drive. We hope to inspire kids to get off the couch and start working.” Among the cities the Mursets will volunteer in include Albuquerque, Denver, Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Charlotte, Atlanta, Nashville, Oklahoma City and Phoenix. For more information on their schedule and news coverage, visit www.myjobchart.com

election in 1920, the first year that women were granted the right to vote. •Ann Cooper-President-elect Barack Obama noted that her life exemplified the struggle and hope of the AmericanAmerican experience in the 20th and 21st centuries. •Junius Gaten-delivered ice on his horse to black activist Ida B. Wells and former black Congressman John Roy Lynch; survived the violent Chicago Race Riot of 1919; and knew Al Capone, Marcus Garvey and Carter G. Woodson. •Judge William H. Murphy, Sr.-the third black student ever enrolled at the University of Maryland Law School. •Judge William Sylvester White-one of the first commissioned black officers in the Navy in 1944. •Alonzo Pettie-the oldest living black cowboy. The collection boasts a long list of notables. They include President Barack Obama when he was an Illinois state senator, General Colin Powell, child advocate Marion Wright Edelman, baseball legend Ernie Banks, entertainer/activist Harry Belafonte, poet/writer Maya Angelou, historian Lerone Bennett, Massachusetts Senator Edward Brooke, movie producer Reuben Cannon, historian John Hope Franklin, publisher Earl Graves, singer Isaac Hayes, Attorney General Eric Holder, musician B.B. King, poet Nikki Giovanni and actors Diahann Carroll, Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee. Interview highlights include: •Leon Branton Jr. on his involvement in the Angela Davis case: “I can acquit Angela Davis, the black militant, but I cannot acquit Angela Davis, the communist, so communism must not come into this case at all.” •Angela Davis on living in a white household in a black community: “I was living with a white family in Bedford Stuy, so I was living in a black community with a white family, going to school every day in Greenwich Village. ... I think I learned then how to live simultaneously in many different worlds without feeling out of place.” •John H. Johnson on attending DuSable High School in Chicago: “Nat ‘King’ Cole was at the school at that time and Redd Foxx was at the school. Dorothy Donegan was there. And they all went on to become very well-known. And as a matter of fact, Nat King Cole didn’t know he could sing in those days.” •Barack Obama on his earliest memories: “Lot of my memories have to do with sort of connecting up the struggle for African-American freedom with the struggle for freedom in Africa, and then with my father. I think all those things became connected in my mind, and I suspect had something to do with my interest then in public service and politics and civil-rights law subsequently.” •Ted “Double Duty” Radcliffe on playing against Ty Cobb: “I played against Ty Cobb when he went to Cuba in ‘25. ... And he tried to steal second, I throwed him out both times. He quit. ... He didn’t like coloreds. He was a racist.” •Maya Angelou on her childhood: “I knew that pineapples came from some See HISTORYMAKERS, 13A

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Prominent Tennessean Julieanna Richardson, The HistoryMakers founder and executive director and HistoryMaker Harry Belafonte

exotic place like California or Africa or Paris, France. I would keep that aroma on my hands as long as possible. ... I would hold that aroma of pineapples because it was so far away.” •Isaac Hayes on his family’s poverty: “I had a girlfriend that was two grades ahead of me, and I was so poor I couldn’t take her to the prom ... so she broke up with me and somebody else took her to the prom. I didn’t have to face embarrassment, ‘I can’t afford to take you.’” Tennesseans included are: Dr. Lloyd C. Elam, Ambassador Dr. Bobby Jones, Alice Randall, Rosetta Miller Perry, Leatrice McKissack, Samuel Howard, Dr. L. Natalie Carroll, Dr. Asa Yancey, John Britton, Dr. Julius Jackson, Dr. Henry Lucas, Clive Callender, Dr. Carl Bell, Dr. Keiffer Mitchell, Atty. David Ewing , Dr. Charles Whitten, Dr. Henry L. Cook, Audrey Manley, Richard E. Stephenson, Jesse Russell, Dr. Frederick Humphries, Recardo Patton, Jessie Carney Smith, John Heidelberg, Matthew Kennedy, Julia Bond, Dr. John Cashin, and Sandra Long Weaver. (List is not conclusive). A Harvard-educated lawyer and TV producer and Tennessean, Richardson launched The HistoryMakers, a nonproﬁt research and educational institution, in July 1999 with the goal of creating an archival collection of 5,000 video oral histories. She and her production team have traveled to more than 380 U.S. cities and towns, Norway and Mexico recording America’s missing stories. In addition to its oral-history online archive, The HistoryMakers has produced educational programs, public events and the annual celebrity interview series-”An Evening With...,”- broadcast nationally on the Public Broadcasting System. Developed in collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University, The HistoryMakers Digital Archive (www.thehistorymakers.com) has users in 51 countries across the globe from Afghanistan to Norway, Nigeria and China. The HistoryMakers collection is housed in the Library’s Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation, a stateof-the-art facility located in Culpeper, Va. Home to nearly 7 million collection items, the Packard Campus is where the nation’s library acquires, preserves and provides access to the world’s largest and most comprehensive collection of ﬁlms, television programs, radio broadcasts and sound recordings (www.loc.gov/avconservation/). The HistoryMakers is a national

501(c)(3) non-proﬁt educational institution founded in 1999, committed to preserving, developing and providing easy access to an internationally recognized, archival collection of thousands of African-American video oral histories. The HistoryMakers is the single largest archival collection of its kind in the world designed to promote and celebrate the successes and to document movements, events and organizations that are important to the African-American community and to American society. Founded in 1800, the Library of Congress is the nation’s oldest federal cultural institution. The Library seeks to spark imagination and creativity and to further human understanding and wisdom by providing access to knowledge through its magniﬁcent collections, programs and exhibitions. Many of the Library’s rich resources can be accessed through its website at www.loc.gov

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Ambassador Dr. Bobby Jones

Dr. L. Natalie Carroll

John Britton

Samuel Howard

Sandra Long Weaver

Atty. David Ewing

John Heidelberg

Alice Randall

Rosetta Miller Perry

Leatrice McKissack

Jessie Carney Smith

LOCAL NEWS THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

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State Rep. Candidate Beck Kicked Off Campaign NASHVILLE, TN — It had all the downhome flavor of a Mayberry RFD get-together with a touch of ‘politickin’ tossed in when Bill Beck officially kicked off his campaign for State Representative of District 51 on Thursday, May 1. Co-hosted by Senator Joe Haynes and The Honorable Barbara Haynes, with other local dignitaries also assuming the hospitality role, over 250 people, including individuals and families from all corners of District 51, attended the fun-filled Bluegrass and BBQ event at the historic Amqui Station in the heart of Madison. Senator Haynes introduced Beck to the crowd, saying “It seems like just a very few years ago that Barbara and I welcomed a man into our living room who was running for office and wanted our support. His name is Bob Beck. He’s Bill’s father, and from that first introduction to now, I have had the pleasure of watching Bill grow up to become the man he is today.” Said Senator Hayes, “I have watched him rise to president of the chamber, I have seen him become president of Kiwanis, and everything this man does, he does well. Tonight, it is my privilege, and Barbara’s, to ask, not only for your commitment to vote for him, but your commitment to work for him.” “Everybody here ought to be worth 10 votes. And the people you know ought to bring in 10 votes apiece, too. That’s how you win elections. You run your mouth,” Senator Haynes stated, which drew more than a few laughs. “You ask, and you don’t get discouraged.” In conclusion, Senator Haynes promised, “When we send Bill Beck to the General Assembly, you can count on one thing: He is going to work for his district, he is going to take

is ‘It’s about People, not Politics,’ and I mean just that. I will represent you in the district. I will always keep you first.” In closing, Beck emphasized, “I am only going to win this election with the help of each of you.” And without missing a beat, Beck added, “Oh, by the way, I just got the official word from Judge Higgins that my barbeque is the best!”

With a sunny sky giving way to twilight, and the food and music depleted, new and old friends, still caught up in the spirit of Bill Beck’s enthusiastic promise, made commitments of their own as they left the Amqui Station, saying to Bill Beck, “We’ll see you at the polls…when we put a check mark beside your name on the ballot.”

Bill Beck

care of Tennessee.” Amid loud applause, Bill Beck thanked Senator Haynes for the warm introduction, saying, “This man has been my mentor. He served 38 years as state senator, and I want to follow in his footsteps.” Beck continued, “It is such an honor for me to welcome each and every one of you here today. Some of you I have never met before, and we have just become friends. Some of you changed my diapers,”another statement which drew some chuckles.” “If someone asks you ‘Why should I vote for Bill Beck?’, what you need to tell them is, ‘First, he is committed to this community.’ All of my adult life I have worked in this district. My dad has been a broker in the real estate business for over 50 years. My mom has practiced law in the district for over 25 years. We are a part of the fabric of the community, all the way from East Nashville to Inglewood to Madison to Old Hickory.” “I am about the people. My slogan

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Lifestyle & ENTERTAINMENT THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

Story and Photos by Janice Malone

NASHVILLE, TN — Last weekend’s First Saturday Art Crawl was a fun atmosphere to extend the July 4th three-day holiday weekend festivities. Located in the downtown Nashville area on 5th Avenue Street or the Avenue of the Arts” area, the Art Crawl is a monthly event that occurs during the ﬁrst Saturday of each month during from December to January. The FREE event is open to the public, as patrons perused among the downtown art galleries not only on 5th Street, but also those within the Classic Arcade area. The Art Crawl all-r, Kathy Poole and Freida Outlaw lows local and internationally enjoy the art at the Arts Company acclaimed artists an opportunity to present their work through exhibitions, which are for purchase. The exhibits and participating art galleries change each month. In addition to

UPCOMING EVENTS Currently/Ongoing daily “JUBILEE!” at Fisk University. Artwork of various acclaimed African American artists. www.fisk.edu or 615.329.8500 July 11-13 Stand-up comedienne queen Sommore at Zanies Comedy Club www.nashville.zanies. com/ July 12 Friends of the Library Second Saturday Book Store Sale (Donelson Branch). (615) 862-5859. July 19 Alias’s 5th Annual Arts & Flowers benefit concert at W.O. Smith Music School. www.aliasmusic. org July 21-24 Film seminar for high school students ONLY. At Belcourt Theater http://www.belcourt.org/ events/film-itself-highschool-seminar.878899 July 25 String City: Nashville’s Tradition of Music and Puppetry at downtown Library nashvillepubliclibrary.org/wishingchair/ schedule/ July 30 American Idol Auditions at Municipal Auditorium www.americanidol. com/news/the-americanidol-bus-tour-is-comingyour-way August 15 (deadline) Nashville Arts Magazine 5th Annual Photography Competition. www.nashvillearts. com/2014/05/09/2014-photography-competition

browsing beautiful art, sipping complimentary beverages, and chit chatting with art enthusiasts, live music was provided by local bands Greg Bryant Express and family band Bri & the Dr. Among the hundreds of art fans attending, were members from The Music City Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence (www.musiccitysisters.org) Their fun, colorful costumes and makeup blended in perfectly with the beauty of the artMembers of the Music City Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence work among the galleries. If you del-r, Guard Emma Irascible, Sister Eunice B. Kidden, Sister Ann cide to attend any upcoming Art Crawl Wenita Morelove, and Freudianschlip, the Angel in Waiting events, there are free shuttles provided by the Downtown Partnership that run continuously from 6 – 10pm during the event. For more information about the First Saturday Art Crawl or for artists interested in displaying art contact: http://www.nashvilledowntown. com/play/ﬁrst-saturday-art-crawl Local band Bri & The Dr. (L-R) Derek Cohen, Briana Christian and Mark Christian

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Native TN Actor Returns Home Again By Janice Malone

KNOXVILLE, TN — Actor/ director/producer Cylk Cozart’s life tive talents and people to give the city an even has come full circle. He’s returned to stronger arts and entertainment event. Cylk is an only child with a mixed ethnic his native hometown of Knoxville, TN but he hasn’t come back empty heritage. His father is African American and handed. With over 20 years of work- his mother is Native American (Cherokee). ing as a busy actor in Hollywood, His interest in entertainment started early. Like most kids, he grew up this renaissance watching plenty of televiman has brought sion, where he fell in love his experience with many of the characters and multi-talents from popular shows durback to the city ing the 60’s and 70’s. “Even where it all began though I didn’t see hardly for him. “This is any people of who looked my home town. like me on TV, I believed that I love being in one day I could also become this area but I an actor. So at the ripe old still haven’t toage of 10, I made a pact with tally abandoned myself and God. I asked God L.A.,” says the if he would bless me to one Cozart during day become a pro basketball a recent phone player and an actor,” recalls chat. “Knoxville Actor/Producer Cylk Cozart Cylk of those fond childhood is just now a base memories. Throughout high city for me. I’ve school he played a variety of sports but was been here nearly 2 years, helping my exceptionally good at basketball. His boyhood mom plus, I’ve been become very prayer was answered when he tried out for the active within the local arts commuNBA and was signed to the Denver Nuggets. nity. ” Unfortunately, that dream was short-lived afA part of the work he’s now doing ter he suffered a foot injury. When one dream includes being the co-founder of the ended another began. Within a short time, with Knoxville Film Festival, which was his towering NBA height and exotic ethnic launched last year. The fest is Knoxlooks, Cylk soon found himself modeling on ville’s first full feature film festival, the runways of Miami and in New York City which takes place each September. as a signed model with the prestigious WilThe inaugural year was very well rehelmina Modeling Agency. ceived, with over 100 films submitted The break of a life time as an actor was from indie film makers from around within his grasp when he auditioned for The the country. The more established Cosby Show. “The role was to play as ‘Elvin,’ Dogwood Arts Festival has been one the boyfriend/husband of the Huxtables’ oldof Knoxville’s top events for over 40 est daughter ‘Sondra.’ They narrowed it down years, so it was only natural for the between me and actor Geoffrey Owens, who veteran event and the newly created got the part. But Bill Cosby himself told me film festival to merge their respec-

that I had a great career ahead of me. He said the only reason I didn’t get the role was because the other actor had a look as if he could be more controlled by the Huxtable family and I didn’t. So even though I didn’t get the part, I was very happy to hear that explanation,” recalls Cylk. Cosby was correct in his prediction of Cylk’s future in acting. After arriving in L.A. he worked consistently in a string of 30 films and 20 TV roles, often working with prominent actors like Bruce Willis, Louis Gossett Jr., and in top name films such as Erasure. A demonstration of his basketball skills can be seen in the film White Men Can’t Jump, which also starred actors Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson. Since returning to his hometown, he was awarded the Urban League of Knoxville’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Among the many family and friends in attendance for the ceremony, was his long time friend Martin Luther King III. Along with preparing for the upcoming film festival in September, Cylk is also working on two indie films scheduled to be released early next year.

Salama Urban Ministries

GODSPELL!

Presents

By Janice Malone

Please join Salama Urban Ministries, Inc for their summer production at Belmont University for a fun, fantastic and lively performance of the hit stage musical GODSPELL. Over the years the classic Broadway show’s been performed around the world but this upcoming show will be quite special. “We have a cast of talented children from throughout Davidson County, “says Dawana L. Wade, CEO of Salama Urban Ministries. “The storyline of Godspell is about the unifying message of the love and hope of Jesus Christ. We believe that our show is going to be very unique because the story’s being told from a child’s point of view,” she continues. Show times and dates for GODSPELL ARE: Friday, July 18th at 7:00pm. Saturday, July 19th at 7:00pm and Sunday, July 20th at 4:00pm. At Belmont University Troutt Theater - 2100 Belmont Blvd. Nashville, www.salamaserves.org/

ENTERTAINMENT THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

Southern Roots at Tennessee State Museum

NASHVILLE, TN — Enjoy a FREE Saturday event. Programs for the Slave and Slaveholders of Wessyngton Plantation exhibit will continue this summer with a celebration of African-Southern inﬂuenced customs, a return of John Baker’s lecture, and an unveiling of the results of the Wessyngton slave cemetery survey. The summer series offers several opportunities for educational entertainment. Programs for the Slave and Slaveholders of Wessyngton Plantation ex-

hibit will continue this summer with a celebration of African-Southern inﬂuenced customs, a return of John Baker’s lecture, and an unveiling of the results of the Wessyngton slave cemetery survey. Southern Roots, a celebration of African and Southern inﬂuenced customs, will be held at the museum on Saturday, July 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event will feature songs, stories, tastes of Southern food, and other activities. There is no admission charge. In addition, one particular Southern food that

will be served is cornbread from a recipe used by Emanuel Washington. He was the enslaved cook at Wessyngton Plantation, who, after Emancipation, worked as a paid servant for the Washington family. The recipe comes from a Wessyngton recipe book on display in the exhibit. Activities will include singers performing Negro spirituals sung by enslaved people before the Civil War as well as songs from the post-war era. Storytellers will also tell tall tales of the Old South. There will be games for children, and even vintage baseball players talking about how Civil War soldiers played the game! Hand weaving demonstrations

are also scheduled. John Baker Jr., the author of The Washingtons of Wessyngton Plantation: Stories of My Family’s Journey to Freedom, will make a return appearance at the museum by popular demand. Baker gave a lecture in March to a sold-out audience and will repeat his lecture on Saturday, August 2 at 2 p.m. For more information visit www.tnmuseum.org Watch Wessyngton Pantation: A Family’s Road to Freedom: Tennessee Civil War 150 on Nashville Public Television, Friday, July 11 at 7pm (Rebroadcast at 11:30pm)

All Things Nashville

5 New Restaurants Opening

SHARANDA NECHOLE One of the signs that Nashville has no signs of slowing down is the surge in the numbers of new restaurants opening. Being the foodie I am, I do not really need a reason to go out to eat. Here is the list of restaurants where you can catch me hanging out. Oh, before I forget Happy Birthday Kelly M. Smith, Jr.!!! 1. Sinema Nashville located in the Melrose Theater, this ﬁne dining American cuisine restaurant will surely be a hit in Nashville. Staying with the theater’s 1940 theme the restaurant has screens and televisions playing classic movies, the decor is sexy, and the ambiance is great. Overall,

I am sure to impress my dad with this selection. Chef- Dale Levitski, 8th Avenue, Nashville, www. sinemanashvlle.com 2. Cork & Cow Since This restaurant is for the true steak and potatoes person. I think I will get brownie points with my dad for this pick. Chef-Jason McConnell, 403 Main Street, Franklin. www.corkandcow.com 3.Moto Cucina +Enoteca If wine with a little foo- foo is your thing, then you should deﬁnitely check out this new restaurant recently voted “Best Italian Cuisine” in Nashville. Located in The Gulch area on the edge of Downtown Nashville, it is the most recent addition to the M Street collection of great restaurants. I have to admit the pictures alone make me hungry. Chef-Andy Hayes, 1120 McGavock St. Nashville, mstreetnashville.com 4. Two Ten Jack- Since variety is the key to making a week of eating out fun, I thought I would go outside my normal tastes and step it up with a Japa-

nese Izakayaspot located in East Nashville. It’s one of the few places I have seen cocktails on tap, along with small plate servings. Between me and you this place is more about me than my dad. Plus, who doesn’t want to be seen looking cool in East Nashville? Chef-Jessica Beneﬁeld, 1900 Eastland Avenue Suite 109, www. twotenjack.com 5. Adele’s Located in The Gulch. The chef is a top contender that is bringing his love for cooking and his mother (who the restaurant is named for) to Nashville. With the old school garage doors that open, this is surely a great place to get some delicious food and enjoy the view. ChefJonathan Waxman, 1210 McGavock St. Nashville, www.adelesnashville.com Sharanda Nechole is a lifestyle specialist who has worked in event planning, music and ﬁlm for over 2 decades. For more on what’s new, hot and exciting in urban Nashville follow her on Twitter @ sharandanechole

KAM’S KOLUMN

‘Black Hair’ Sequel’s Kickstart Campaign Americans from a Business in which they make up 95% of the customers? Here are some interviews that explain why I was moved to make the original ﬁlm, even though I am a White guy.

sue, not just in America. It blew my mind! Can the power of ﬁlm create social change...will African Americans get back some control of an Industry started by Madame

The funding for this film will help finance the travel needed to revisit the folks I interviewed in the first film, to see if anything has changed. In addition I’ll film those inspired by the original documentary to create new businesses, designed to put more of the black dollar back into the hands of African Americans. I received so many emails from London, England that the situation was the same there as in the USA. I created this update from England. Yes folks, this is a WORLD-WIDE is-

C.J. Walker? Also, If you have any subjects that you feel should be included in this update to the original film. Please contact me: at aranen@yahoo.com I am prepared to carry on keep moving and keep making updates. Are you on board to help? I am currently trying to raise travel funds via Kickstarter to update the first film again. To make a donation to this new film via Kickstarter please visit: kickstarter. com/projects/ranen/blackhair-documentary-update

KAM WILLIAMS By Aron Ranen Filmmaker

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More than 7 years ago I produced and directed the documentary BLACK HAIR. The film explores the Korean take-over of the black beauty supply and hair business, which is 9 billion dollars a year industry. The original film has had over 1 million views on YOUTUBE (I gave the film and updates away for free on Youtube from the very beginning of this project). But has anything changed since the original film was made? Are African Americans, and those in Europe able to wrestle control back? Are unfair Business practices still being conducted by those who wish to exclude African

ENTERTAINMENT THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

Music Matters Luncheon Hits The Right Note By A.J. Dugger III

Henry Beecher Hicks III, president and CEO of the National Museum of African American Music, hopes construction of the facility will begin early next year. “We’re planning on construction to start in the first quarter of next year. We anticipate that the museum will open in early 2017 if not sooner. The museum will be located near the corner of 5th and Broadway in downtown Nashville,” he said. In the meantime, the museum is still raising funds and doing educational workshops. The NMAAM hosted its first-ever inaugural “My Music Matters: A Celebration of Legends Luncheon” at The Wildhorse Saloon on June 20. The event honored music legends including The BarKays, Denise LaSalle, Moses Leonard, Jr, Kirk Whalum and Dr. Bobby Jones. The luncheon was a collaboration between NMAAM and the Jefferson Street United Merchants Partnership (JUMP). The luncheon held a double purpose by celebrating the accomplishments of both national and local artists who have strongly impacted the music industry, as well as promoting the upcoming museum. “We could have never imagined the impact that the My Music Matters campaign would have on the local and national levels,” said. “I’m glad to announce this partnered event with JUMP. I believe that this event will increase overall awareness of the contributions that African Americans have made to music worldwide, and in the region.” The luncheon was preceded by a pre-show that was live-streamed on the internet. Jonathan Martin served as host for the pre-show, where all honorees and several sponsors along with organization leaders were interviewed. Over 300 people were in attendance to enjoy the festivities and watch the legendary music icons get spot-

l-r, Jonathan Leonard, Mrs. Moses Leonard, Jr. (Fannie), Kirk Whalum, H. Beecher Hicks, III, Denise LaSalle, Larry Dotson, James Alexander and Sharon Hurt - - Not pictured, Ambassador Dr. Bobby Jones

lighted. “Each of the honorees had a short video that introduced them and talked about the legendary status of their careers,” said Hicks. “This was the first of its kind of award that we did as a museum. We were really excited. It was a wonderful event. This served as an opportunity for NMAAM to feature their special guests, provide additional visibility for the organization and our sponsors, as well as allow those who were interested in viewing a chance to participate in the inaugural My Music Matters:A Celebration of Legends Luncheon.” NMAAM commissioned Metal Sculpture Artist Jamaal Sheats, a Nashville native, to design the inaugural luncheon Rhapsody & Rhythm award titled, “Traveling Through Time and Music.” This prolific artwork includes several instruments and musicians signifying the 50-plus genres of Black Music spanning 400 years of American culture influenced through African Americans. The

award not only represents these genres, but the mission of NMAAM,” Hicks said. As plans for the museum shape up, Hicks and his team are keeping busy by doing community programs and events. “We co-sponsored the 14th annual Jazz and Blues Festival in the Nashville Bicentennial Mall,” said Hicks. “We’ve been doing some educational programs in the schools, one is called ‘From Nothing to Something.’ That’s a very popular program we developed that highlights African American roots in instruments such as the washtub bass and the harmonica.” Hicks is still excited about the event’s turnout. “We are grateful to the community for its support of last month’s luncheon. We look forward to doing it again next year,” he said. For more information on the museum and upcoming events, visit nmaam.org

Alexander and was touring the country with Lena Horne. At twenty, he was performing in concert with Sammy Davis, Jr., appearing in the popular weekly TV show, “Sam-

my & Company”. His career since then has included playing with virtually every icon of the music. There are very few people alive who can swing a band like Duffy can, and he has put together his own big band of many of Nashville”s finest musicians, with arrangements from his years on the road with the giants of jazz. The performance starts at 7pm. Doors open at 6:15. The Nashville Jazz Workshop is located in the Neuhoff Complex at the end of Monroe Street in East Germantown. See the website for directions and ticket info: www.nashvillejazz.org/ MapDirections.php

NJW Presents the Duffy Jackson Band

NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Jazz Workshop announces the return of drummer Duffy Jackson, Wednesday, July 23 at 7pm, when he returns to the Jazz Cave with The Duffy Jackson Big Band. Duffy Jackson is a legend of jazz drumming, and has powered some of the all time great big bands, including those of Count Basie, Artie Shaw, Lionel Hampton, and Illinois Jacquet. The son of noted bassist Chubby Jackson, he has played with the legends of the music his entire life. By his 18th birthday, Jackson had done stints with Milt Jackson and Ray Brown, had recorded with Monty

TERRI’S BOOK REVIEW ‘Recognition’ by O.H. Bennett

TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER What you wouldn’t give to spend one more day. Your loved one has been gone – what? Weeks? Years? It seems like forever, and missing him doesn’t get much easier. You wish for one of her hugs. What you wouldn’t give to have one more day with her. And what would you do? In the new novel,“Recognition” by O.H. Bennett, a young mother panics because the man she sees can’t possibly be the man she knew. Franklin would have gone to Brenda’s house by now. That was one of the thoughts swirling in Dana’s head as she rushed home from an exceptionally long day of teaching. Nine-yearold Franklin knew he should go to the neighbor’s house when his mother was running this late. What he didn’t know was that Dana worried about bills, the house, her job, and a hundred other things. Mostly, she thought about her husband, Reynolds, who’d been accidentally swept away in a rain-

swollen river just months before Franklin was born. For that, there was simply no closure. If only they hadn’t argued. If only she hadn’t been so self-conscious of their mixed-race marriage. If only. If only. If only she hadn’t slept with her colleague, Steve. And that was the hundred-and-first thing on Dana’s mind as she prepared to turn onto the street where she lived – and she saw him. Reynolds! Her husband, but when she stopped, turned around, and tried to find him, he was gone. Enlisting the help of an alcoholic streetwalker, Dana did everything she could to locate her beloved, the man she thought was dead, but he was elusive. Maybe he didn’t want to be found – but why? She couldn’t talk to his mother about it; Maureen was very ill. Dana couldn’t talk to Reynolds’ sister; she never liked Dana much at all. Surely, she couldn’t tell Franklin what was going on…

Until the night Dana realized that she was being stalked. She needed to keep her son safe from someone – maybe Reynolds? It wasn’t his nature to play games – was it? And was that filthy, scruffy, homeless man truly Reynolds… or was Dana’s still-grieving mind playing tricks? It’s going to take you less than 210 pages to learn the answer. Two hundred squirmy, uncomfortable pages and you’ll enjoy every one of them because “Recognition” is just that kind of book. Tight-tight-tight is the story that author O.H. Bennett offers us, with no chance to catch a breath or to figure out if his character, Dana, is remembering or re-living; Bennett tosses the story back and forth, then and now, so quietly that we’re never sure. That catch-you-off-guard is an awesome hook that adds to the surrealism of this tale as Dana’s confusion becomes our confusion and everything oozes into a dreamlike focus, then careens to an absolutely golden ending. My biggest advice is to be patient with this book. It’s a little odd at the very beginning, but you’ll warm to it quick. Ultimately, “Recognition” will be a novel you’ll want to spend one more day with.

RYCH’S CORNER

2014 BET Awards in Review By Rych McCain, www.twitter/rychmccain and Facebook (Like Me) www.rychmccainhollyhoodnotes.blogspot.com

out the entire broadcast. Jay-Z and Beyonce led the pack with five nominations followed by August Alsina, Pharrell Williams, and Drake each of whom had four nominations. Pharrell was the first act to perform and was joined on stage by Missy Elliott. Singer August Asina

The 2014 version of The BET Awards and the three day BET Experience were both a major success. The star-studded event, at the L.A. Convention Center, featured multiple events and performances that drew people from all over the U.S. and abroad. It was safe, with tons of security. Fans could actually rub elbows with their favorite entertainers. A word of caution for next year: don’t come to this event broke with no tickets, hoping to B.S. your way into any of the events. Security was way Chris Rock “rocks” as host of 2014 BET Awards too tight for that. BET photo On the down side, a lot of veteran Black Press members were denied press credentials emotionally accepted the Best New Artto cover this black awards show. Many ist which was the first award presented. of these people have been covering The Lionel Richie took home the BET LifeBET Awards for years. This didn’t sit time Achievement Award. Another surwell considering that a lot of the white prise for the evening was a performance journalists aren’t even familiar with nor by Chris Brown who seems to have not fans of the Black entertainers who were lost a step or his magic touch. But he walking the carpet. They have poor didn’t seem to have that radiant youthful knowledge of Black entertainment. I glow about him, which is understandable personally became sick and tired of a considering what he has been through. chap from the British press next to me Serena Williams took home the Subway on the red carpet who kept asking who Sportswoman of the Year Award, while people were like Lou Gossett, Jr., Kerry Nicki Minaj waltzed off with Best FeWashington and T.I. I asked, “Why are male Hip Hop Artist of the Year for the you covering a show where you have no fifth year in a row. In her acceptance speech Minaj clearly made note that she knowledge of the entertainers? Chris Rock as host of the show was actually writes her own raps, making a a breath of fresh air after last year’s host reference to Iggy Azalea who is receivChris Tucker stunk the place up with a ing major hype. In other words one is boring routine. Rock’s opening mono- original (Minaj), while the other (Azalea) logue poked fun at the movies, music, is a cookie cutter, manufactured imitator. Oprah, Rick Ross, Jay-Z and Solange, I’m sure we’ll hear a response from AzaDr. Dre, Kevin Hart and Donald Sterling. lea. For a complete list of the winners Rock kept the place in stitches through- and show highlights go to www.bet.com

RELIGION THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

Jesus Loved His Disciples: The Role and Necessity of Mentors Rev. Jason Curry, Phd. of Fisk Memorial Chapel

A mentor can be deﬁned as a trusted counselor or guide (Merriam-Webster Dictionary). Many noteworthy educators, artists, entertainers, business professionals, doctors, lawyers and ministers talk openly and honestly about how certain mentors provided them with valuable information that was not REV. JASON CURRY in a textbook, pushed them beyond their comfort zones, encouraged them when they experienced defeat, warned them about the new challenges that come with success, shared a vision that surpassed their expectations and talked about their own triumphs and failures. I was present at the funeral of the Rev. Dr. Samuel DeWitt Proctor, mentor to Rev. Jesse Jackson, at the Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem,

NY. Rev. Jackson, one of my heroes, stated: “I’ve been trying to impress Dr. Proctor all of my life.” Yes, the relationship between the mentor and mentee is not only a professional one, it is a sacred one. The mentor has an ethical obligation to help his or her student to the best or his or her ability, and the mentee had a moral responsibility to listen and apply the wisdom of his or her teacher. By reading the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, we may infer that Jesus was an outstanding mentor to his disciples. Jesus showed them the meaning of compassion by healing many people. Through parables or stories, Jesus taught them about the importance of loving God and their neighbors (The Parable of the Good Samaritan – Luke 10:25-37). There were times when his disciples made errors in judgment and questioned Jesus’ leadership decisions; however, Jesus, who was called Rabbi (teacher), loved his disciples and valued their status as his students and mentees. Indeed, the biblical record states that Peter lacked faith and began

to sink (Matthew 14:30), the disciples fell asleep when Jesus told them to stay awake (Matthew 26:36-40), and Thomas doubted that Jesus was alive until he touched Jesus’ side (John 20:24-25); however, Jesus continued to provide invaluable guidance, instruction and advice to his beloved disciples. It is amazing to think how twelve disciples, the ﬁrst Christians, changed the face of the world as we now know it through the mentorship of Jesus. As we seek to be successful in life, enjoy our success in life, establish our legacies, cultivate our businesses, expand our congregations, maximize our intellectual potential, convey the Truth through our artistic expressions and glorify God through our thoughts, words and deed, let us continue to be good mentors to those who seek to follow in our footsteps. If we don’t have a mentee we should ﬁnd one. Our legacies often live through people, and mentorship provides an excellent opportunity to share the love of God as we seek to inspire generation yet to come.

The Incredible Power of Seeing the Best in Others “…the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10

I believe in people and their capacity for greatness. Throughout history, people of excellence have accomplished incredible things. The quality of excellence is exemplified whenever we use our abilities to achieve REGINA PRUDE the exceptional. In every occupation, extraordinary leaders create a positive, beneficial atmosphere. They jump-start each day with the mission of attaining greatness. They inspire the best in subordinates, nurture distinction in their children, and attract significance in relationships. Negative people, on the other hand, see the worst in others. They sabotage and speak ill of others—sometimes doing so when they don’t really know what they’re talking about.

It is sad when pessimists reach a level of leadership that allows the rancid poison of negativity to spill over. Cynics often have the capacity to do unparalleled harm and wreck havoc without cause. They damage, disrupt, destroy. Pessimists are like storm clouds invading an otherwise bright, sunny day. Nehemiah’s words remind us that joy is more than a nice spiritual trait Christians may have. It is strength. Joy is a critical leadership trait! Joy among leaders is my personal philosophy. More than that, joy is an authentic concept backed by research and science. The science is “positive psychology.” Colleges offer positive psychology as a major, including prestigious schools like Harvard, Claremont Graduate School and the University of Pennsylvania. The fact that the academic community appreciates joyfulness convinces me that positive leadership can be learned. We represent Christ in our world. It saddens me to think that the world could beat us at being positive. I wish that it were possible for me to issue an edict declaring this: in every home, church, Christian institution or organization where Christians are present…anywhere on

the planet…no negativity is allowed. The joy of Christ within us should result in joy in leadership. Starting now, let’s agree to: Support! Use our strengths to build up our families, churches, workplaces, schools and neighborhoods. Enhance! Speak words of encouragement, praise and inspiration. Eliminate harsh, critical, biting and snappy conversation. Declare! Make “everyday joy” your life’s mission statement! © Regina M. Prude, 2014 Regina is an inspirational speaker & author. Comments: regina@reginaprude. com or POB 58795, Nashville, TN 37205. Blog: www. reginaprude.com; Facebook: www.facebook.com/reginaprude; Twitter: http://twitter.com/rprude

Love, Sex & Marriage By Dr. Chris Jackson, NashvilleMarriageNetwork.com

Sanctiﬁed Sex Part 1

The constant over-emphasis of sex in our culture has elevated sex to a place of importance that it was never intended to occupy. Consequently when DR. CHRIS JACKSON singles place a great weight of expectation on sex it becomes too heavy for sex alone to bear and the relationship often collapses under the intense pressure. Consider the following quotes from Marilyn Monroe regarding sex and sexuality: “I’m a failure as a woman. My men expect so much of me, because of the image they’ve made of me—and that I’ve made of myself—as a sex symbol. They expect bells to ring and whistles to whistle, but my anatomy is the same as any other woman’s and I can’t live up to it” – Marilyn Monroe. Who ever expected to hear Marilyn Monroe describe herself as a failure as a woman? Obviously at the time she was using the wrong barometer to measure her value and worth as a person. Sexuality makes a poor measuring stick by which to judge anything that is signiﬁcant about a human being. We as humanity are so much more than our bodies and the intertwining thereof with each other. To introduce and describe one’s self in purely sexual terms is to short-change our humanity. Although I am a heterosexual, it would be shallow of me to present myself to the world simply in those terms. We as people are so much more than what happens in our bedrooms. In this next quote, Marilyn Monroe seems to have been wiser in her assessment of sexuality: “The most unsatisfactory men are those who pride themselves on their virility and regard sex as if it were some form of athletics at which you can win cups. It is a woman’s spirit and mood a man has to stimulate in order to make sex interesting. The real lover is the man who can thrill you just by touching your head or smiling into

your eyes or by just staring into space.” – Marilyn Monroe You are right here Marilyn. Sex is not just a gloriﬁed push up contest. Actually sex is designed to be a sign or symbol that points toward a much greater destination. When we accentuate the sign and minimize the destination, we do a great injustice to ourselves. One last quote comes from Trey Songz in the lyrics of his song, Sex Ain’t Better Than Love: Even though she’s in my arms, this ain’t where my heart belongs. Sex in the air, no loving here. Soon as I get through, I’m out of there. And it feels so bad, but it feels so good. Wishing I could care, Girl I never could. I know Sex ain’t better than love. Come back next week for a deeper look into the concept of Sanctiﬁed Sex. For questions or comments you may reach Dr. Jackson at 615.329.1189 or email ChrisJacksonDMin@aol.com

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RELIGION THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

AsktheElder Now that we are in the heart of summer we should take the time to have some family time and make it God time. Irrespective of the size of your family it’s always good to bring your family together at least once a week for prayer and conversation. Men we are to be Godly spiritual leaders in this role and if your home is ELDER LAWSON absent a man, women assume the role, if your single with no kids still set aside an extra day other than church service to spend time in appreciation, celebration, and reflection with the Lord. I’m hearing people more and more saying they don’t have time for church yet they want to experience the blessings of God. Exodus 20:8 say’s “Remember the sabbath day, to keep it

Summer Family Prayer Time

holy” I’ve been there. Many years ago I worked on Sunday’s and because I knew my lifestyle was not pleasing to God I pretty much flat out didn’t want to go to church because I didn’t want the Word of God to convict me. Little did I know the Word of God was already convicting me at the point of acknowledgement and the day came when I had to choose whom I was going to serve. Joshua 24:15, “And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Let nothing stand in the way of bringing your home into the subjection of the Lord, coming together at least once a week can and will allow God to use your home to move “Now” in the purpose God has for your family. If you work on Sunday’s you can worship other days in the week, many churches have services on other days of the week in addition to Sunday. The Sabbath day should always be in your heart.

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Encouragement & Empowerment Cambria Heights Community Church, Cambria Heights, NY

God Sees Your Potential

oping their likability as they know people ignore shortcomings and failures of people whom they like. Conversely, people will not extend an ounce of sympathy or the benefit of the doubt toward someone they dislike regardless of his expertise and competence. They REV. VICTOR will criticize perpetually SINGLETARY his actions as well as doggedly scrutinize his inten“But the Lord said to tions. Despite his genuine Samuel, ‘Do not consider motives, he will not find his appearance or his understanding amongst a height, for I have rejected group of people who dishim. The Lord does not like him. Nonetheless, he look at the things people finds solace in affirming look at. People look at this maxim, “God sees the outward appearance, your potential.” but the Lord looks at the A clergy colleague heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7) shared in a recent serA twenty-first century mon his rather difficult layperson’s translation of experience of transitionthat Ancient Near East ing into the position of Hebrew verse reads “God senior pastor at a local sees your potential.” Far church in the Southwest. too often, people judge Known for its cosmopoliothers on the basis of their tanism and open-minded clothing, style, manner- outlook relating to social isms and other external relationships, this area of factors. This tendency the country prides itself motivates some people in appreciating racial, culto cultivate a public per- tural, ethnic and creedal sona designed to gain pluralism. Across these concessions from people traditional social barriers, with whom they work churches in this part of the and interact. Some per- United States brag of their sons spend years devel- ability to exist and ex-

pand with racially diverse leaders and congregants. To my colleague’s great chagrin, many persons left the church when he became pastor following the arduous but necessary removal of his predecessor. Many persons who left in that exodus actually were unable or unwilling to follow the leadership of a biracial pastor. Compounding that injury, many persons who remained began to distance themselves and severely second-guess his motives and decisions. Many of these people previously had been stalwart “friends” when he served as an assistant pastor. Now, he arrives each Sunday without knowing who his friends are and who genuinely supports him. Not surprisingly, the decline in membership resulted in residual decreases in programs and finances. As fear solidified throughout the congregation and panic ensued, many congregants began to whisper about their pastoral search process.

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We ask you Lord to answer the prayers of all families who are coming together to seek direction from you, irrespective of the family structure and whether it’s over the phone or however they come together I ask you to bless their home in the name of Jesus, amen . Build on this foundation, pray regularly and press toward the mark, just think how much God has in store for us as well. Romans 8:28, “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Does your home have a purpose in God? Questions and comments, email Elderxlawson@yahoo.com Catch “Real Gospel” with The Xman Sunday’s 9a–12n on Jazzy 88.1FM WFSK. This Sunday I’ll speak with Brandon Camphor He’ll talk about his song “You Are God”. The next 10 people to Friend me on Facebook “Realgospelwiththexman” or follow me on Twitter “RealGospelXman” gets a new CD free! Listen live at WFSKFM.ORG. Real Gospel website, http://xuamlawson.wix.com/rgwtx

First Baptist Church Hopewell 4033 Lafayette St., Old Hickory, TN 37138

PASTOR VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Closing Date for Submissions is July 31, 2014

First Baptist (Missionary) Baptist Church of Hopewell, TN is accepting applications for the position of Pastor. All correspondence should be mailed to the attention of the Pastor Search Committee. Interested persons should submit all information contained in this announcement no later than July 31, 2014.

Our Purpose

The primary purpose of First Baptist Church of Hopewell is to be a Christian Fellowship where the Gospel of Jesus Christ is preached and the ordinances and doctrines of the Baptist Church arc property taught and administered. The successful candidate should meet the following: • Must have Christ first in their life • Must be a U.S. citizen • Must be a born again Christian with strong family and community values • Must be a licensed and Ordained Baptist Minister that has received the divine calling and has demonstrated the commitment to the call • Must meet the requirements of the Pastor as stated in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 • Must have a degree from or currently attending an accredited theological seminary • Experience: Applicant without experience as a Pastor may be considered if they have significant training and has had pastoral responsibilities while serving as an Associate and is able to demonstrate such training • Applicant should demonstrate a thorough knowledge and adherence to the principles of the articles of Faith, as well as passion for Riblo-based Teaching, Evangelism, and Counseling • Applicant must be a gifted Preacher of the Gospel of Jesus Christ who exhibits proficiency in preparing and delivering sermons that demonstrate a firm comprehension of the Holy Bible and Baptist Policy • Applicant must be one who follows Christ in a life of discipleship using their gifts given by the Holy Spirit to lead the church in carrying out the Great Commission for expanding the Kingdom of God • Applicant must provide the following at the time of interview: 1. Photo 2. DVD or CD of them Ministering during a Sunday morning worship service Complete Rio 3. Copy of License and Certificate of Ordination 4. Official School trauscripland Copy of degree(s)

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Women’s HEALTH ISSUES THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

Depression Aids in Heart Attacks in Younger Women

Young and middle-aged women with depression are more than twice as likely to suffer a heart attack or die from heart disease as their mentally healthy peers, new research suggests. The study also found that women younger than 55 are more likely than men or older women to become depressed Exactly what accounts for this relationship between mood disorder and heart disease in younger women isn’t clear, said study lead author Dr. Amit Shah, an assistant professor of epidemiology with the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University in Atlanta. “These kinds of relationships are very complicated, and we’re still investigating to better understand the reason,” he said. Still, the results fit into the “bigger picture,” Shah added. “We have known for some time that heart disease is actually the number one killer in women, and that heart disease does start at an early age,” he said. “And it could be that younger women have neurobiological differences or hormonal differences that make them respond to acute mental stress differently than men or older women.” This could mean that when they have

depression, they also have an elevated risk for heart disease, Shah said. An association between depression

cent, according to background information in the study, published online June 18 in the Journal of the American Heart

and greater risk of death from heart disease was not seen among women over 55 or among men as a whole, the researchers noted. A woman’s lifetime risk for developing heart disease is upwards of 50 per-

Association. To explore the link between depression and heart risk, the team followed more than 3,200 men and women diagnosed with heart disease or suspected of having it between 2003 and 2010. Pa-

tients’ average age was nearly 63, and one-third were women. All of the study participants were scheduled for an arterial X-ray (a coronary angiography) to assess the presence of arterial disease. After three years of follow-up, the investigators determined that women aged 55 and younger were the most likely to have struggled with moderate or severe depression. The researchers found that 27 percent of them were clinically depressed. By contrast, depression was cited among just 9 percent of men 65 and older. And while depression didn’t appear related to heart disease risk among men of any age or elderly women, the team found that among women 55 and younger, every one-point rise in depression symptom ratings translated into a 7 percent rise in heart disease risk. That meant that depressed young and middle-aged women faced a 2.17 times greater risk for experiencing a heart attack, or for needing an invasive procedure to widen their diseased arterial pathways.

Secret Code Words For Healthy Menu Options When you’re looking for a healthy meal to order at a restaurant, even a limited menu can present a challenge. Dishes that sound healthy at first glance -- say, teriyakiglazed halibut -- aren’t always so, and the truly healthy items can be buried within flavorful descriptions. Though it can seem impossible to pick out the healthy dishes, neuroscientist and Foodist author Darya Rose reveals that there are secret code words that you should be on the lookout for next time you’re dining out. Sure, most people know to steer clear of anything with the words “fried,” “crispy” or “smothered,” but that’s not all that’s on Rose’s list of what to avoid. “Definitely keep an eye out for the word ‘glazed,’” Rose suggests. “That’s basically a code word for ‘sugar’ or ‘syrup…’ Sometimes they can add as much sugar

as the equivalent of four doughnuts!” Just as there are unhealthy trigger words on restaurant menus, there are also words and phrases that signify something

healthy. Rose’s top picks? “Rubbed,” “spiced,” “baked” and “broiled.” “These things all add flavor without adding extra calories,” she says.

Mammograms May Cause More Harm Than Good For Older Women

While mammograms are used for early breast cancer detection and to lower mortality, older women might not reap the same benefits as younger women, a new study suggests. Medical researchers from the University of California, San Francisco and Harvard Medical School are questioning whether the benefits of mammograms outweigh the risks in women 75 and older. The United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends women between 50 and 74 get screened every two years, but for women 75 and older, doctors make decisions on a case-by-case basis. This group of older women are at risk for incorrect diagnoses or unnecessary, aggressive treatments, and doctors need to focus on discussing the pros and cons of screening with patients. “People should be informed that everything we do in medicine can have good and bad ef-

fects, and that goes for mammography,” Louise Walter of UCSF said in a release. The study authors believe there isn’t enough evidence to show mammograms help women 75 and up live any longer or healthier. The researchers looked at studies conducted from 1990 and onwards that examined the risk factors for breast cancer in women 65 and up, and the importance of mammograms for women 75 and up. Researchers say calculating breast cancer risk in women 75 and over can be difficult as risk factors change over time. Instead of hormonal factors being key, age itself becomes the biggest risk factor for these women. Doctors should consider the patient’s life expectancy, instead, when determining the need for a screening. Mammograms for women 75 and up are more harmful than helpful, unless the patients are expected to live another decade, the researchers concluded.

A similar study published last last year also concluded life expectancy plays a major role in determining if an older woman is a good candidate for mammography or not. “Approximately, 20 percent of U.S. women 75 and older have less than five-year life expectancy and these women should not be screened since they are very unlikely to benefit and can really only be harmed,” Mara Schonberg of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center told Reuters. Yet another study on the topic came to the same conclusion, finding that in frail, older women, the consequences of a mammogram, including false positives, can outweigh the benefits. In general, patients should understand the potential risks of a mammogram with their doctors before undergoing a screening.

Health & WELLNESS THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

Restless Leg Syndrome: What You Need to Know

What is Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)? RLS is characterized by discomfort in the legs that occurs at night while resting and is relieved by movement of the legs. Because of the discomfort in the legs, patients may have difficulty going to sleep and staying asleep. The resulting sleep deprivation can lead to daytime tiredness, poor concentration and loss of energy. Additionally, 80% of people with RLS have excessive movements of the legs while asleep. Bed partners may complain of frequent “kicking” in the bed. What causes RLS? The exact cause of RLS is unknown but it has a primary form not related to other disorders and a secondary form related to an underlying condition such as kidney failure, pregnancy or iron deficiency. How is RLS diagnosed? RLS is diagnosed based on clinical history. Some additional blood labs to detect iron deficiency or kidney problems may be required.

What makes RLS worse? Medications: Antihistamines Some antidepressants Caffeine Nicotine Lack of sleep or poor quality sleep due to: Sleep apnea Inadequate sleep time Insomnia How is RLS treated? Several things can be done to improve RLS: Treat causes of daytime sleepiness (sleep apnea, insomnia, etc?) Cut back on caffeine and nicotine Consider medication changes to avoid drugs that can make RLS worse Exercise and receive massage therapy Take iron replacements (if low on iron) Receive pharmaceutical therapy

Meniere’s Disease: The Inner Ear Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the labyrinth in the inner ear. The labyrinth is a system of cavities and canals in the inner ear that affects hearing, balance, and eye movement. Causes An increase in the volume or pressure of fluid in the labyrinth can result in Meniere’s disease. The cause of these fluid changes is unknown. Possible causes may include: Part of the labyrinth ruptures, allowing fluid in different compartments to mix, Scar tissue causes a blockage in the labyrinth. Inner ear injury due to: Viral infection, Syphilis, a sexuallytransmitted disease, Autoimmune disorders, Blood vessel problems, High cholesterol or other fats in the blood, Hormonal disorders,

Medications, such as antibiotics and chemotherapy agents Risk Factors A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition. Risk factors for Meniere’s disease include: Age: 20 to 60, Race: Caucasian, Family history of Meniere’s disease, Stress, Allergies, Excess salt in the diet, Excess noise Symptoms The intensity of symptoms can vary from one person to another. Symptoms usually come on suddenly. They typically involve only one ear, but may involve both. Symptoms may include: Episodes of vertigo (spinning sensation), often accompanied by: Nausea or vomiting, Sweating, Paleness of the skin, Weakness or

falling, in some cases, headache or diarrhea, Hearing loss may worsen during attacks of vertigo, Tinnitus (ringing in the ears), Feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear, Poor sense of balance, a tendency for symptoms to worsen with movement. Diagnosis The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam. This will include an examination of your ears and a neurologic exam to evaluate for possible nerve damage. Tests may include: Blood tests—to check for an underlying cause, Hearing test —this is also called an audiometry, Electronystagmogram—a type of eye movement test, Auditory brainstem response—measures electri-

cal activity in the hearing nerve and brain stem, Electrocochleogram—measures electrical response of the inner ear to sound, MRI scan —a test that uses magnetic waves to make pictures of structures inside the ear Treatment may include: Dietary and Lifestyle Changes, These may help limit symptoms: Bed-rest during acute attacks of vertigo, Avoid foods that are high in salt and high in sugar, Drink adequate fluids,

Promptly begin replacing fluids lost to heat or exercise, Avoid caffeine, aspirin, and smoking, Minimize stress, Avoid medications that seem to bring on or worsen symptoms, Consider a hearing aid, if necessary, Consider masking devices (white noise) to limit the effects of tinnitus, Take safety measures to avoid falling, Restrict chocolate consumption, Reduce alcohol intake.

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METRO SPORTS THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

By Scott Wallace QUAN’S KITCHEN

seats. The product on the field is top notch. The music is great and the fans that are there are exVenom Slide Into PIFL Championship Nashville Arena Football Will Play For Championship Cup This Saturday tremely. I can only imagine how loud the Snake Pit would be if it was packed. Heck, I’ll take half By Jaquan Johnson full. We worked hard to get to the championship. Our goal has been the same all year; win the NASHVILLE, TN — This summer, at a facility in Downtown Nashville there conference, are stars on display, music blaring, people singing, there is dancing and you get home could go home with a prize. No, we’re not talking about the CMA Fest. We are field, win our talking about one of the best kept secrets for playoff game a family friendly and win it all in front of our fans. We are atmosphere. The right at the door to reaching that final goal.” Nashville Venom After each game for 20 minutes, fans are Indoor Football allowed to come on the field, take pictures Team. and get autographs from their favorite playThe Venom is ers on the team. This allows the fans to have in their inaugural an insight on the guys without the helmet. season and they Last week the Venom even invited the meplay their home dia to come to see them practice. The team games at the Nashgoes out to community events and they ville Municipal Venom mascot Freddy Fang makes honor current and former members of the Auditorium. BeJAQUAN another young fan happy. Armed Forces before every game. Some JOHNSON cause they had faces in the crowd this season has been Davidson County Criminal Court the best record Clerk Howard Gentry, Councilman Tim Garrett and former Vanderbilt QB in the Professional Indoor Football League, Jordan Rodgers just to name a few. Some of the newer fans have also enjoyed the Venom earned the chance to play for the the game and vow to come back. championship at home. This past Saturday, in Former Vanderbilt University and “I really enjoyed myself and I don’t really know football,” said Nashville resifront of an announced 2,113 fans, the Venom Whites Creek High School star Jamie dent Cydnee Lynae. “My dad and brother go all the time. My stepmom likes defeated the Columbus (Ga.) Lions 44-39. Graham is one of 12 players on the them too. I asked if I could go and they brought me. It reminds me of hockey. This Saturday they will take on the Lehigh team with local ties. I became a Preds fan because my dad took me. I didn’t know anything about Valley (Pa.) Steelhawks. either sport but I love the atmosphere. zThis game has something for everyone The winner will be the and the guys are easy to look at if you know what I mean. I plan to be back on PIFL champions. Saturday and hopefully watch them win the championship. That would be cool Arena football is to see.” one of the most excitJaQuan Johnson is a local chef that loves sports. For more of Chef Quan you ing games there is. It can find him on Twitter @ChefQuan is played on a 50 yard field and the fans are right on top of the acNine Venom Players Named All PIFL, tion. In a season with Nashville gets the most players named a team with the best record (11-2) with NASHVILLE, TN — Based on voting conducted by the teams and league only one loss at home, officials, the Professional Indoor Football League (PIFL) is proud to announce Nashville Venom players salute the fans at the beginning you would think there the members of the 2014 All-PIFL 1st and 2ndTeams. of the fourth quarter by putting up four fingers. wouldn’t be a problem Ending the regular season with the best overall record, comes as no surprise drawing fans. On the that the Nashville Venom lead the way with nine overall selections including contrary, this team has struglanding a league-high five first-team nods. The receiving tandem of Phillip gled getting people to come see them play. The Municipal holds about 9,000 people. Having about 2,000 makes it not look good on camera. The game Saturday will be televised on ESPN 3 and CSS. The team hopes people will get the word, come out Unlike the NFL, the PIFL allows celebrations like this after TDs. and enjoy it. “I have only missed one game this season,” said WTNTribune Radio Sports Commentator Jason Sales. “The team is exciting and I love the Coach Billy Back. We inBarnett and terviewed him a few Jordan Jolly Corry Stewart times and he has been earned slots extremely candid and on the league’s intense. The team plays top team comhard and they are winbining to haul ning. It puzzles me in 47 touchwhy people aren’t comdowns and ing. Their loss though. ended as the My wife and I have lots only receiving of fun.” Venom GM/Head Coach Billy Back talks with his team. duo to both go The sparse crowd over the 1,000 doesn’t diminish the enthusiasm. mark in yards. The Venom have nicknamed the Other firstMunicipal the “Snake Pit”. The team Venom NG Walter Thomas making a tackle. fans are loud and into the game. notables inA group of young fans sit in the clude C Chris north end zone and somehow gets Thompson, LB Cobrani Mixion, as well as DB the attention of Venom players Stanlee Bradley Scooter Rogers. and opponents alike. They dance Noticeably snubbed from the team was Vento the music that plays and lead om NG Wayne Thomas. Thomas leads his team in QB hurries and was the key the crowd in cheers. The team also to stopping the running game of each Venom opponent. Local stars Stanlee has a mascot. His name is “Freddy Bradley (Antioch High School) and Corry Stewart (Father Ryan) were named Fangs”. Freddy is a portly looking to the second team. reptile that loves to harass the visiting team’s players and fans. He POS. 1st Team 2nd Team also has attracted the eye of Ven- WR Phillip Barnett – Nashville Jarmon Fortson – Columbus Former University of Texas player Brian Ellis is one of om Head Coach Billy Back a time WR Mico McSwain – Alabama Johnny Lester – Georgia many Venom players that played at a major college. or two. WR Jordan Jolly – Nashville John Harris - Georgia “When we look for players we FB Kendrick Perry - Columbus Melik Brown - Trenton don’t get the guys with a body by OL Dion Small – Columbus Stanlee Bradley – Nashville Hostess frame,” said Back who doubles as the Venom general manager. Freddy (Antioch High School) is an exception. He is little out of shape but that’s OK. The kids love him and OL Chris Thompson – Nashville Kynneth Moses – Richmond his antics crack the team up. We are doing all we can to get more butts in the OL Aaron Wheeler - Georgia Lavon McCoy - Trenton QB Warren Smith - Trenton E.J. Nemeth - Harrisburg KR Dwayne Hollis – Lehigh Valley Leroy Vann – Columbus K T.C. Stevens - Richmond Craig Camay – Columbus Iron-man Melik Brown - Trenton Charles McClain – Alabama DL Devin Jones – Richmond James Frazier – Nashville DL Gerrard Bryant – Trenton Wayne Daniels – Nashville DL Amara Kamara – Harrisburg Darian Barnes – Alabama LB Adrian McLeod - Georgia Jermaine Thaxton – Harrisburg LB Cobran’i Mixon – Nashville Gus Tyson – Richmond DB Scooter Rogers – Nashville Damian Daniels – Columbus Will Johnson is a former star at DB Dwayne Hollis – Lehigh Valley Armar Watson - Harrisburg The Venom Cheerleaders, the Snake Charmers Pearl-Cohn High School DB Roshawn Marshall Columbus Corry Stewart – Nashville (Fr. Ryan) entertains the crowd throughout the game.

SPORTS THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

NHL

Predators Make More Acquisitions By Ron Wynn

Another sign that the Nashville Predators’ are changing their identity came last week with the acquisitions of center James Neal and then forward Olli Jokinen. Both are offense ﬁrst types, and were tabbed speciﬁcally because of their prowess on that end of the ice rather than their abilities on both offense and defense. The Predators gave up two popular players in Nick Spaling and Patric Hornqvist, and Neal isn’t coming cheap. He has three years left on a six-year, $30 million dollar contract, and the Predators will be absorbing a $5 million salary cap hit, something they have been reluctant to do in the past except in rare occasions. Neal also missed 33 games last year due to injuries. But in the 59 he played, he had 27 goals and 34 assists for 61 points. The Predators didn’t have any

Olli Jokinen

players last year who averaged better than a point a game. Neal immediately becomes the number one scoring threat on their top line, even as reports of temper and attitude problems from his past days with Pittsburgh follow him to Nashville. However for a team that’s had the

MLB ALL-STAR GAME

Newcomers Make All-Star Squads

problems scoring which have kept the Predators out of the playoffs the past two years, they’re willing to ignore the rumors and instead look at his career stats. Neal has scored 161 goals and gotten 154 assists for 315 points in 413 games. He had 40 goals and 41 assists during a banner 2011-12 season for the Penquins. Jokinen signed a one-year, $2,5 million contract with the Predators. He scored 18 goals and had 25 assistws for Winnipeg last season, but had a 61-point season two years ago for Calgary. He’s regarded as the type of highly skilled, good passing center needed to get the most out of Neal. New Predators’ coach Peter Laviolette pressed hard to get Jokinen. Poile said last Wednesday that the coach was on board for both personnel moves, a signal that Laviolette will have a lot of say in organizational strategy. The bigger knock on Neal has been a

failure to score during the postseason. He was one of many Penquins blamed after the team blew a 3-1 lead to the New York Rangers. Neal’s inability to score (just two goals in his last 13 playoff games with the Penquins) was deﬁnitely cited as a prime reason why Pittsburgh lost two critical home games, including a Game 7, in last year’s Stanley Cup playoffs. Jokinen didn’t have a great season last year playing for a team that arguably was even worse than the Predators, but it’s felt a fresh start will re-energize him. Most importantly, Predators’ fans have no interest in what either player did for their previous team. They’re hoping instead that they can bring some ﬁrepower, edge and intensity to a team that lacked it last year, and will be important parts of a squad that returns to the playoffs in the 2014-15 season.

MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALLL

Sounds starter Jimmy Nelson has become one of the top pitchers in the Pacific Coast League. He leads the league in wins, earned run average and strikeouts and is one of two Sounds’ pitchers selected for the PCL All-Star Game.

Sounds Keep Winning By Ron Wynn

By Ron Wynn

Fresh faces dominate the All-Star lineups for the American League in next week’s 85th annual game in Minneapolis. It’s also the first time that all eight position players for the AL come from different teams. The Oakland Athletics led all teams with six players chosen for the game. They lead the American League’s Western Division by three and a half games. Third baseman Josh Donaldson, left fielder Yoenis Cespedes, first baseman Brandon Moss and catcher Derek Norris became the first position players from the A’s chosen in 11 years. Other Athletics’ players selected included closer Sean Doolittle and starters Scott Kazmir and former Vanderbilt pitcher Sonny Gray. Everyone except Kazmir was picked for the first time. The American league’s starting unit includes catcher Salvador Perez (Kansas City), first baseman Miguel Cabrera (Detroit), second baseman Robinson Cano (Seattle), Donaldson at third, shortstop Derek Jeter (New York) and outfielders Jose Bautista (Toronto), Mike Trout (Los Angeles) and Adam Jones (Baltimore). Nelson Cruz (Baltimore) was selected as the designed hitter. The Milwaukee Brewers, who lead the Pittsburgh Pirates by four and a half games in the National League’s Central Division, have two starters on the NL team. Aramis Ramirez (third base) and Carlos Gomez (outfield) were the two Brewers picked by fans to start the game. The remainder of the National League starting lineup includes catcher Yadier Molina (St. Louis), first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (Arizona), second baseman Chase Utley (Philadelphia), shortstop Troy Tulowitzki (Colorado), and outfielders Andrew McCutcheon (Pittsburgh) and Yasiel Puig (Los Angeles). No one from the first place Atlanta Braves made the starting NL squad,

but first baseman Freddie Freeman was among the reserves selected. Some others on the roster are infielders Matt Carpenter (St. Louis), Starlin Castro (Chicago), Todd Frazier (Cincinnati), and Dee Gordon (Los Angeles). Additional outfielders are Charlie Blackmon (Colorado), Josh Harrison (Pittsburgh), Hunter Pence (San Francisco), Giancarlo Stanton (Miami). Jonathan Lucroy (Milwaukee) and Devin Mesoraco (Cincinnati) are the other National League catchers. The American League reserves include besides Norris and Perez, catcher Kurt Zuzuki (Minnesota), infielders Jose Abreau (Chicago), Jose Altuive (Houston), Adrian Beltre (Texas), Edwin Encarnacion (Toronto), Alexei Ramirez (Chicago) and Moss. Reserve AL outfielders are Michael Brantley (Cleveland), Alex Gordon (Kansas City) and Cespedes. Victor Martinez is the roster’s other designated hitter. American League pitchers are Dellin Betances (New York), Mark Buehrle (Toronto), Yu Darvish (Texas), Felix Hernandez (Seattle), Greg Holland (Kansas City), Jon Lester (Boston), Glen Perkins (Minnesota), David Price (Tampa Bay), Max Scherzer (Detroit), Doolitte and Kazmir. National League pitchers include Madison Bumgarner (San Francisco), Arlodis Chapman (Cincinnati), Johnny Cueto (Cincinnati), Zack Greinke (Los Angeles), Clayton Kershaw (Los Angeles), Craig Kimbrel (Atlanta), Pat Nieshek (St. Louis), Francisco Rodriquez (Milwaukee), Tyson Ross (San Diego), Julio Teheran (Atlanta), Adam Wainwright (St. Louis), Tony Watson (Pittsburgh) and Jordan Zimmerman (Washington). Baltimore’s Matt Wieters was originally chosen the AL’s starting catcher but is inactive. Former Chicago pitcher Jeff Samardzja was chosen to the NL pitching staff, but was traded last week to the Oakland Athletics. The game is July 15 at Target Field in Minneapolis.

The Nashville Sounds have regained their momentum and took their third straight series Sunday, taking a 10-6 road win over Round Rock. The streak has put them back into first place in the American South, leading Round Rock by a game and a half following Sunday’s victory. They are 48-43, with Round Rock in second place at 45-43. The Sounds got off to a fast start with a three-run double in the first inning by Matt Clark. Clark, who just joined the team a few days ago, had three hits and batted in four runs. The double was his first hit as a Sound. Besides Clark’s three hits in four atbats, Sean Halton had four hits, Hector Gomez three and Shawn Zarraga two. Gomez extended his current hitting streak to six games, a season best. That helped Nashville rebound from a tough Saturday night loss. They blew an early 3-0 lead, with Round Rock scoring twice in both the third and fifth innings to take a 4-3 victory. A three-run homer by catcher Matt Pagnozzi had put the Sounds in front, but Mike Fiers was unable to hold the lead. He gave up four runs on four hits, striking out eight over seven innings. Only two of the runs were earned, as the Sounds hurt themselves with some shoddy defensive play. Fiers’ record dropped to 6-4. Ariel Pena pitched one of his best games Sunday, getting a season high 10 strikeouts over six innings. His record is now 5 -6. Nashville had 14 hits while

holding Round Rock to only seven. They also played a flawless defensive game, committing no errors while Round Rock had two. Despite their first-place status, the Sounds didn’t have any position players chosen for the Pacific Coast League’s All-Star Game. But they did have two pitchers selected. They were starter Jimmy Nelson and reliever Donovan Hand. Nelson is considered the top prospect in the Milwaukee Brewers’ system. He leads the PCL in three categories. Nelson has the most wins (10), a 1.56 earned run average and 110 strikeouts. He’s 10-2 for the Sounds in 15 starts and one relief appearance. His 10 victories are secondmost among minor league pitchers this season. Nelson’s .179 opponents’ batting average is also best in the league and thirdbest in the minors. He’s given up only eight runs in his last 10 appearances over 64 2/3 innings, a 1.11 earned run average. Hand has been a star out of the bullpen. He’s fourth in the PCL with 13 saves. He’s fifth in Sounds’ history with 159 appearances on the mound. The 2014 Triple-A All-Star Game airs live on the MLB Network and on radio on 102.5FM. The game wwill be July 16 at the Durham Bulls’ Athletic Park in Durham, North Carolina. Nelson took the mound Monday night against Memphis. The Sounds will play four games in Memphis this week, returning to Greer Stadium Friday night for a weekend series with Round Rock.

ON THIS DAY In 1962 Los Angeles Dodgers’ shortstop Maury Wills was MVP of the 32nd annual All-Star Game in Washington D.C. as the National League defeated the American League 3-1. Wills would go on to enjoy an extraordinary year, setting a new record for stolen bases with 104. He was also National League MVP that season, and would later help lead the Dodgers to three world championships. Wills now works for the Dodgers.

SPORTS THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014

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MLB

BY RON WYNN

Jeter is a Rare Breed of Athlete

Derek Jeter

Next week’s All-Star Game signals the end of an era in Major League Baseball. When Derek Jeter retires at the conclusion of the 2014 season, he’ll be that rarest of athletes today: someone whose entire career was with one team. Jeter, the current captain of the Yankees, debuted with the team 20 years ago, and holds a host of team and MLB records. He’s the Yankees’ all-time leader in games played, hits, stolen bases and atbats. This All-Star Game will be his 14th. He’s won five Gold Gloves for defensive prowess and five Silver Slugger awards as the best hitting shortstop. But Jeter’s also earned a pair of Henry Aaron and one Roberto Clemente award, honors given as much for citizenship as for exploits on the diamond. Jeter has been the rarest of athletes, a highly public figure and a celebrity who has avoided even the slightest whiff of scandal or public controversy. He’s never avoided the nightlife, but has still largely stayed out the tabloids aside from the perennial stories about whatever starlet he’s dating. There’s been none of the headlines about drug problems, domestic violence, budgetary ills, or any of the many other problems that are commonplace today among big name athletes. Interestingly, Jeter has shown no interest in hanging around baseball as a coach or manager upon retirement. He’s already publicly said he has no interest in being on the other side of the sport, although perhaps he might become an owner someday. What Jeter has been is an inspiration to dozens of ballplayers. He’s someone who’s been able to walk the line between celebrity status and athletic stardom easily, without letting either consume him. He’s never had any run-ins with writers or broadcasters, yet he also has made no attempt to really cozy up to any of them. In short, he’s been a true professional since he joined the team as a youngster and quickly emerged as a main cog of a championship team. Even this season, as teams constantly honor him during his final time in their stadium, he’s been very low-key and quiet during all the various celebrations. No one knows what Derek Jeter will do with the rest of his life, but I hope he spends at least a part of it advising and counseling young athletes. They could use the advice of someone who spent 20 years in the media center of the nation and emerged unscathed without ever really trying to be anything other than himself. Lots of folks will watch the All-Star Game next week and say their farewells to Derek Jeter. I hope he’ll have an impact on baseball and sports in the years to come that might match what he’s done on the field for two decades.

TSU Women’s Basketball Coach Makes Hall of Fame By Ron Wynn

Tennessee State University’s current women’s basketball coach is among five inductees named Monday to Middle Tennessee State University’s 2014 Hall of Fame. Larry Joe Inman’s illustrious career exploits at both Eastern Kentucky and Middle Tennessee State University had already earned him induction into the Ohio Valley Conference Hall of Fame in 2009. Inman, who’s coached the TSU women’s team the past two years and guided them into the OVC Tournament last season, is the conference’s first women’s basketball coach to win Coach of the Year honors at two different schools During his tenure at MTSU he posted a 161-73 record. His teams won five OVC regular season crowns and four OVC Tournament titles. The 1982-83 squad was the first to make the NCAA Tournament. He concluded his career at Eastern Kentucky. Inman’s teams won 11 OVC regular season titles. He was picked Coach of the Year eight times. Inman’s teams have won over 500 OVC games, and he’s the top winner among OVC women’s basketball coaches. Other inductees are former football star James Griffin, basketball’s Kerry Hammonds, softball’s Jennifer Martinez and track and field’s Micah Otis. Griffin ended his career as MTSU’s all time single-season and career leader in interceptions. He helped lead the Blue Raiders to consecutive winning seasons for the first time in 10 years. He also spent seven years in the NFL, playing for the Bengals and Lions. Griffin was a two-time All-OVC selection from 1981-83. His brother Don is also an MTSU Hall of Famer and former pro football player.

TSU women’s basketball coach Larry Inman will be inducted into another Hall of Fame this fall. He’s one of five new inductees into Middle Tennessee State University’s Hall of Fame.

Larry Joe Inman

Hammonds ranks among the top three on MTSU’s career list for scoring, rebounding and games played. He was a key member of the 1988 team that beat SEC foes Tennessee and Georgia in the NIT. Hammonds was also on the 1989 squad that posted an NCAA Tournament upset of Florida State. Hammonds was All-OVC for both the regular season and OVC Tournament in 1989. Both his brother Kelvin and son Kerry Hammonds II played at MTSU.

Jennifer Martinez was among the most dominant pitchers in both the OVC and later the Sun Belt conference. She was OVC freshman of the year in 1999 and OVC pitcher of the year in both 1999 and 2000. She also was All-OVC for the regular season in 1999 and 2000, and the OVC Tournament MVP in 2000. She owns career records in wins, shutouts, strikeouts and earned run average, and the is ﬁrst MTSU Hall of Fame inductee from the softball program. Micah Otis was among MTSU’s most versatile track and ﬁeld athletes. He earned six OVC titles in four different events. He was a champion in the hurdles, 200-meter dash, long jump and ran on the 4 x 200 relay team. That relay team won consecutive Penn Relay titles and was ranked number one in the nation. Otis earned All-American honors in the long jump in 1994. He still holds the OVC’s 55-meter hurdles indoor record and was a member of 4 X 200 relay team that set a school record. The 2014 MTSU Hall of Fame class will be formally inducted Oct. 4 before the home football game against Southern Mississippi. The event will be open to the public and take place on the lawn of the Kennon Sports Hall of Fame building.

Hadley Park Tennis Development

By Aziz Nasir

Summer is upon us and in full swing and the perfect activity to get those children out of the house away from television and video games is to point them to the Hadley Park Junior Tennis Development Program. The program starts at the end of school and runs through June and July. It is a perfect way for children between the ages of 5-18 to learn a great sport, something they can enjoy their entire lives. Tennis is a sport that enhances mental as well as physical abilities. So, after a long winter of cabin fever the Hadley Park tennis center is a perfect escape. Hadley Park has provided tennis instruction since 1953. Each day children are taught how to play the game, but it goes a little further than just learning the strokes and how to hit that little yellow ball. It all starts at the beginning and from the

outset you can see something very special in the making. Children are happy and full of life, enjoying their summer under the tutelage of their instructors. The day to day instruction is headed by Coach Rodney Williams, who has garnered a motivation for this program that goes beyond tennis. “My motivation is to make good citizens, people will tell you they can make them into professional tennis players, we may be looking at one now and that would make me happy but it makes me proud to know that I have contributed to making good citizens”, said Williams. He also added “we stress discipline and determination; these are factors that make good tennis player as well as a good citizens”. The Hadley Park Junior Tennis Development Program is headed by Carlina Rollins who assumed the reins after Joe Goldthreat, then executive director and well known ﬁgure in the Nashville

Coming Next Week in The Tribune The 85th annual All-Star Game is being played in Minnesota at Target Field and the American League is a heavy favorite. Also two members of the Nashville Sounds will be participating in the Pacific Coast League’s All-Star Game. We’ll also monitor any additional oﬀ-season developments for the Predators and Grizzlies, and the Titans are getting closer to beginning preseason workouts. All those stories and more in next week’s Tennessee Tribune.

and national junior tennis scene, decided to retire and thought she would make a good replacement, he was not wrong. ”I started out as a tennis parent and being very involved in the program and working in the community development ﬁeld. Mr. Goldthreat approached me with the opportunity of becoming the executive director”. “After seeing what the program was doing for children as well as my own, I gladly accepted the opportunity.” The Hadley Park program reaches out to children and endeavors to give them more than just tennis. The program looks to open doors of opportunity and teaches them how to make a better life for their futures. The history of the program has helped cultivate numerous life skills and has opened avenues to attend college, become professional tennis instructors and to try their hand at becoming a professional tennis player. “What we like to say is our program creates pathways to opportunities for all children”, Rawlings stated. “Although our program is in an African American community, our program is a diverse; we serve the city of Nashville”. It is of course hot on the courts but the heat does not deter the children from enjoying the day. Children will be children and not always listen right away but you can see they love what they are doing as their eager minds soak up the how�to of tennis. It is something that is painstakingly sought, transforming young minds into bright productive individuals able to achieve at any level. This truly is just the beginning; the program grows every year as parents see the value of what their children learn over the summer and the value of discipline the program instills. The Hadley Park program reaches out to youth who otherwise may not have the opportunity to learn to play tennis at this level and offers low-cost to no-cost programming and scholarships. “We turn pennies into dollars” said Coach Williams. The Hadley Park Junior Tennis Development Program gives all children, regardless of income, race or gender the opportunity to develop their tennis skills to derive a lifetime of enjoyment from the sport.

FORECLOSURES & LEGALS THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE • July 10 - 16, 2014 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated April 20, 2007, executed by Robert Earl Parker, Darlene M. Saxton, conveying certain real property therein described to Joseph B. Pitt, Jr., as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded May 2, 2007, at Instrument Number 20070502-0052434; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Nationstar Mortgage LLC who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on July 24, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Front Entrance of the Historic Courthouse located at 1 Public Square , located in Nashville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in Davidson County, Tennessee, to wit: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING LOT NO. 153 ON THE PLAN OF EDGE-O-LAKE ESTATES, SECTION 8, OF RECORD IN BOOK 3700, PAGE 101, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. Parcel ID: 150-010-187.00 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 457 CLEARWATER DRIVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37217. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): Robert Earl Parker, Darlene M. Saxton OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: CITIFINANCIAL, INC., TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, ASSET ACCEPTANCE, LLC The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee 119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103 www. rubinlublin.com/property-listings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #71342 2014-06-26 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated October 22, 2011, executed by DONALD C. CERULLO, JR. AND SHARLENE A. CERULLO, conveying certain real property therein described to JOSEPH B. PITT, JR., as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded November 16, 2011, at Instrument Number 20111116-0089531; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Quicken Loans Inc. who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on July 24, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Front Entrance of the Historic Courthouse located at 1 Public Square , located in Nashville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in Davidson County, Tennessee, to wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF ANTIOCH IN THE COUNTY OF DAVIDSON IN THE STATE OF TN BEING ALL OF LOT NO. 56 (FIFTY SIX) ON THE PLAN OF BARNES CROSSING, A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, AS SHOWN BY MASTER DEED OF RECORD IN INSTRUMENT NUMBER 20050721-0084791, AND AMENDED OF RECORD IN INSTRUMENT NUMBER 20051114-0136938, OF SAID REGISTER`S OFFICE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF SAID PROPERTY. Parcel ID: 173050A05600CO PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 1789 RED JACKET DR, UNIT #56, ANTIOCH, TN 37013. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): DONALD C. CERULLO, JR. AND SHARLENE A. CERULLO OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee 119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103 www.rubinlublin.com/propertylistings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #71409 2014-06-26 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated September 28, 2006, executed by SWANNITHA FRENCH, conveying certain real property therein described to ANCHOR TITLE LLC, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded October 2, 2006, at Instrument Number 20061002-0121344; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to HSBC Bank USA, National Association for the Benefit of Ace Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2006-NC3, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on July 31, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Front Entrance of the Historic Courthouse located at 1 Public Square , located in Nashville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in Davidson County, Tennessee, to wit: A CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, STATE OF TENNESSEE, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT; BEING LOT NO. 96, PHASE I, KIMBOLTON, AS SHOWN BY PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT BOK 6900, PAGE 276, 277, & 278, OF REGISTER`S OFFICE OF DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE AND ACCURATE DESCRIPTION OF SAID LOT. Parcel ID: 53.13-0-43.00 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 1520 JOE PYRON DRIVE, MADISON , TN 37115. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): SWANNITHA FRENCH OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: Kimbolton Homeowners` Association The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee 119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103 www. rubinlublin.com/property-listings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #71414 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated July 14, 2004, executed by NICHOLAS RUSSO, JR., conveying certain real property therein described to ERNEST B. WILLIAMS, IV, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson

County, Tennessee recorded July 21, 2004, at Instrument Number 20040721-0087403; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-HE1 who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on July 31, 2014 at 10:00 AM at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, One Symphony Place, Nashville, TN 37201, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in Davidson County, Tennessee, to wit: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING LOT NO. 15 ON THE PLAN OF EAST LAWN SUBDIVISION OF RECORD IN BOOK 547, PAGE 153 AND 154, REGISTER`S OFFICE OF DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAN REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE AND ACCURATE LEGAL DESCRIPTION. Parcel ID: 03413010500 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 142 WELWORTH ST, MADISON, TN 37115. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): RAYMOND BURGHARD, NICHOLAS RUSSO, JR. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee 119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103 www.rubinlublin.com/propertylistings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #71417 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated November 26, 2007, executed by GARRETT FONTENOT, STACIA RAY, conveying certain real property therein described to ROBERT M. WILSON, JR,, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded November 29, 2007, at Instrument Number 20071129-0138513; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on July 31, 2014 at 10:00 AM at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, One Symphony Place, Nashville, TN 37201, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in Davidson County, Tennessee, to wit: REAL ESTATE LOCATED IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING LOT NO. 166 ON THE FINAL PLAT OF THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 165 AND 166, OAK HIGHLANDS, PHASE ONE, OF RECORD IN INSTRUMENT NUMBER 200102050010879, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY, TO WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION. Parcel ID: 173040A16600CO PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 4973 ALEXIS DR, ANTIOCH, TN 37013. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): GARRETT FONTENOT, STACIA RAY OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: MIDLAND FUNDING LLC The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee 119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103 www.rubinlublin.com/propertylistings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #71428 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated November 16, 2005, executed by JANICE WOLFE AND ROBERT WOLFE, conveying certain real property therein described to MUSIC CITY TITLE & ESCROW, LLC., as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded November 21, 2005, at Instrument Number 200511210140103; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Wells Fargo Bank N.A., As Trustee, For Carrington Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2006-NC1 Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on July 31, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Front Entrance of the Historic Courthouse located at 1 Public Square , located in Nashville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in Davidson County, Tennessee, to wit: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING LOT NO. 1 OF THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT FOR BAIZE PROPERTY 2532 PENNINGTON BEND ROAD, NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, AS DESCRIBED ON PLAT OF INSTRUMENT NO. 20050802-00903045, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. Parcel ID: 06200001100 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 2532 PENNINGTON BEND RD, NASHVILLE, TN 37214. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): JANICE WOLFE AND ROBERT WOLFE OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: New Century Mortgage Corporation, U.S. Bank, N.A., in its Capacity as Trustee for the Benifit of the Certificatesholders of Home Equity Mortgage trust Series 2006-5 and the Registerd Holders of Home Equity Mortgage pass-through Certificates, Series 2006-5, American General Finance, American General Financial Services, Inc. The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee 119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103 www.rubinlublin.com/propertylistings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #71450 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on July 31, 2014 on or about 12:00PM local time, at the Davidson County Courthouse, South Main door, One Public Square, Nashville, Tennessee, conducted by the Substitute Trustee as identified and set forth herein below, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by CAROLE REED AND ROBERT A REED, to MARY L. ARONOV, ESQ, Trustee, on November 29, 2001, as Instrument No. 20011203-0132043 in the real property records of Davidson County Register’s Office, Tennessee. Owner of Debt: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, AS TRUSTEE FOR AMORTIZING RESIDENTIAL COLLATERAL

TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2002-BC1 The following real estate located in Davidson County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: BEING LOT NO. 8 ON THE MAP OF T. J. HARDING`S SUBDIVISION OF LOT NO. 6 OF ELIZABETH HARDING LYTLE TRACT AS OF RECORD IN BOOK 161, PAGE 11, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY. SAID LOT NUMBER 8 FRONTS 57.3 FT. ON THE EASTERLY SIDE OF RAMPART STREET AND RUNS BACK BETWEEN LINES 108 FT. TO AN ALLEY IN THE REAR ON WHICH IT MEASURES 52 FT. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO CAROLE REED BY DEED OF RECORD AS INSTRUMENT #20011203-0132042 Tax ID: 09207022500 Current Owner(s) of Property: CAROLE REED AND ROBERT A REED The street address of the above described property is believed to be 746 22ND NORTH COURT, NASHVILLE, TN 37208-3411, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description referenced herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO OCCUPANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IF THE SALE IS SET ASIDE FOR ANY REASON, THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE SHALL BE ENTITLED ONLY TO A RETURN OF THE DEPOSIT PAID. THE PURCHASER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE AGAINST THE GRANTOR, THE GRANTEE, OR THE TRUSTEE. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: J.D. MATTHEWS AND CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-117 have been met. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor or Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the Sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities right to redeem the property as required by 26 U.S.C. 7425 and T.C.A. §67-1-1433.This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. MWZM File No. 13-004618670 JASON S. MANGRUM, J.P. SELLERS, LORI LIANE LONG, Substitute Trustee(s) Premier Building, Suite 404 5217 Maryland Way Brentwood, TN 37027 PHONE: (615) 238-3630 EMAIL: info@mwzmlaw.comAd #71451 2014-06-26 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on July 31, 2014 on or about 12:00PM local time, at the Davidson County Courthouse, South Main door, One Public Square, Nashville, Tennessee, conducted by the Substitute Trustee as identified and set forth herein below, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by JAMES D MOSHIER AND TERESA S. MOSHIER, to Fidelity National Title, Trustee, on September 18, 2008, as Instrument No. 20090127-0006994 in the real property records of Davidson County Register’s Office, Tennessee. Owner of Debt: Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC The following real estate located in Davidson County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: All that certain parcel of land situate in the County of Davidson, State of Tennessee, being known and designated as follows: being lot no. 208 on the plan of section one, Cumberland State of Wilson Camp, as of record in instrument no. 20011009-0109759, register`s office for Davidson County, Tennessee, to which said plan reference is hereby made for a more complete and accurate legal description thereof. Being the same property as conveyed from Randall Phillip Homes, LLC to James D. Moshier and Teresa S. Moshier, as described in instrument no. 20020523-0062759, dated 4/30/2002, recorded 5/23/2002 in Davidson County Records. Tax ID: 053090B03400CO Current Owner(s) of Property: JAMES D MOSHIER AND TERESA S. MOSHIER The street address of the above described property is believed to be 1657 Cumberland Station Blvd., Madison, TN 37115, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description referenced herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO OCCUPANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IF THE SALE IS SET ASIDE FOR ANY REASON, THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE SHALL BE ENTITLED ONLY TO A RETURN OF THE DEPOSIT PAID. THE PURCHASER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE AGAINST THE GRANTOR, THE GRANTEE, OR THE TRUSTEE. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: CITIFINANCIAL THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-117 have been met. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor or Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the Sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities right to redeem the property as required by 26 U.S.C. 7425 and T.C.A. §67-1-1433.This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. MWZM File No. 14-000178672 JASON S. MANGRUM, J.P. SELLERS, LORI LIANE LONG, Substitute Trustee(s) Premier Building, Suite 404 5217 Maryland Way Brentwood, TN 37027 PHONE: (615) 238-3630 EMAIL: info@mwzmlaw.comAd #71476 2014-06-26 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated February 15, 2007, executed by ADRIAN H. MILLER, conveying certain real property therein described to WINDMILL TITLE, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded February 22, 2007, at Instrument Number 20070222-0021977; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee, in trust for the registered holders of MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2007-NCW, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on August 7, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Front Entrance of the Historic Courthouse located at 1 Public Square , located in Nashville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in Davidson County, Tennessee, to wit: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING LOT NO. 23 ON THE PLAN OF CREEKSIDE TRAILS, PHASE 1 OF RECORD IN INSTRUMENT NO. 200010260106269, AS AMENDED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 200212100152343, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAN REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY. Parcel ID: 058090A02300CO PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 1021 RAMBLING BROOK RD, NASHVILLE, TN 37218. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): ADRIAN H. MILLER OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee 119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103 www.rubinlublin.com/property-listings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #71580 201407-10 2014-07-17 2014-07-24 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on August 7, 2014 on or about 12:00PM local time, at the Davidson County Courthouse, South Main door, One Public Square, Nashville, Tennessee, conducted by the Substitute Trustee as identified and set forth herein below, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed

by HULEY CALVIN HUGHES AND HELEN I HUGHES, to Secure Title & Escrow, LLC, Trustee, on January 11, 2007, as Instrument No. 20070118-0007299 in the real property records of Davidson County Register’s Office, Tennessee. Owner of Debt: U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE UNDER POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF MAY 1, 2007 MASTR ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2007HE1 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-HE1 The following real estate located in Davidson County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: A certain tract or parcel of land in Davidson County, State of Tennessee, described as follows, to-wit: Being part of Block “D” on the Map of Homeland Heights, not of record and Lot No. 1 of the Division of the Thompson land, described as follows: Beginning at a point in Parson`s S. line, N. W. corner of Lot No. 2, southerly 199.5 feet to a stake in north, margin of Echo Lane; thence with South margin of said Lane; thence in a northerly direction 199.7 feet to a point; Parson`s S. W. corner; thence with Parson`s south line, 110 feet to the beginning. Tax ID: 4900003100 Current Owner(s) of Property: HULEY CALVIN HUGHES AND HELEN I HUGHES The street address of the above described property is believed to be 3610 Echo Lane, Nashville, TN 37218, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description referenced herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO OCCUPANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IF THE SALE IS SET ASIDE FOR ANY REASON, THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE SHALL BE ENTITLED ONLY TO A RETURN OF THE DEPOSIT PAID. THE PURCHASER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE AGAINST THE GRANTOR, THE GRANTEE, OR THE TRUSTEE. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: CITIFINANCIAL, INC THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-117 have been met. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor or Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the Sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities right to redeem the property as required by 26 U.S.C. 7425 and T.C.A. §67-1-1433.This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. MWZM File No. 13-004870670 JASON S. MANGRUM, J.P. SELLERS, LORI LIANE LONG, Substitute Trustee(s) Premier Building, Suite 404 5217 Maryland Way Brentwood, TN 37027 PHONE: (615) 238-3630 EMAIL: info@mwzmlaw.comAd #71605 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on August 7, 2014 on or about 12:00PM local time, at the Davidson County Courthouse, South Main door, One Public Square, Nashville, Tennessee, conducted by the Substitute Trustee as identified and set forth herein below, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by ELIDITO MENESES NEGRIN AND MAYRA ENRIQUEZ DE LA CRUZ, to USA TITLE AND ESCROW, Trustee, on March 6, 2009, as Instrument No. 20090312-0022515 Deed of Trust executed by ELIDITO MENESES NEGRIN AND MAYRA ENRIQUEZ DE LA CRUZ, to Loretta Connors Owens, Trustee, on March 6, 2009, as Instrument No. 20090312-0022516 in the real property records of Davidson County Register’s Office, Tennessee. Owner of Debt: Christiana Trust, a division of Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, not in its individual capacity but as Trustee of ARLP Trust 2 The following real estate located in Davidson County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE BEING LOT NOS. 16 AND 17 ON BLOCK “C” ON THE FOREST PARK SUBDIVISION OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 843, PAGE 44, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION. SAID LOT NO. 16 FRONTS 50 FEET ON THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF MAPLE STREET AND RUNS BACK BETWEEN PARALLEL LINES 150 FEET TO A DEAD LINE IN THE REAR. SAID LOT NO. 17 FTONTS 50 FEET ON THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF MAPLE STREET AND RUNS BACK BETWEEN PARALLEL LINES 150 FEET TO A DEAD LINE IN THE REAR. Tax ID: 04313010500 Current Owner(s) of Property: ELIDITO MENESES NEGRIN AND MAYRA ENRIQUEZ DE LA CRUZ The street address of the above described property is believed to be 315 Maple St, Madison, TN 37115, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description referenced herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO OCCUPANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/ SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IF THE SALE IS SET ASIDE FOR ANY REASON, THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE SHALL BE ENTITLED ONLY TO A RETURN OF THE DEPOSIT PAID. THE PURCHASER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE AGAINST THE GRANTOR, THE GRANTEE, OR THE TRUSTEE. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: THE HOUSING FUND, INC AND THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND CHILD SUPPORT LIEN IN FAVOR OF CA DEPT OF CHILD SUPPORT THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-117 have been met. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor or Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the Sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities right to redeem the property as required by 26 U.S.C. 7425 and T.C.A. §67-1-1433.This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. MWZM File No. 13-005181670 JASON S. MANGRUM, J.P. SELLERS, LORI LIANE LONG, Substitute Trustee(s) Premier Building, Suite 404 5217 Maryland Way Brentwood, TN 37027 PHONE: (615) 238-3630 EMAIL: info@mwzmlaw.comAd #71609 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on August 7, 2014 on or about 12:00PM local time, at the Davidson County Courthouse, South Main door, One Public Square, Nashville, Tennessee, conducted by the Substitute Trustee as identified and set forth herein below, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by WILMA J COLLINS AND RODDRICK E GREENE AND LAKISHA GREENE, to J. PHILLIP JONES, Trustee, on October 31, 2006, as Instrument No. 20061108-0138741 in the real property records of Davidson County Register’s Office, Tennessee. Owner of Debt: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2006-6 NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-6 The following real estate located in Davidson County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: TWO TRACTS OF LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: TRACT I: BEING LOT NO. 30 ON THE PLAN OF EDGEMEADE FARM, SECTION I, OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 3600, PAGE 69 OF REGISTER`S OFFICE OF DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION. TRACT II: BEING ALL OF THE RESERVED PARCEL “C”, ON THE PLAN OF EDGEMEADE FARM, SEC I, OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 3600, PAGE 69, OF SAID REGISTER`S OFFICE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION. Tax ID: 03413022700 Current Owner(s) of Property: WILMA J COLLINS AND RODDRICK E GREENE AND LAKISHA GREENE The street address of the above described property is believed to be 202 EDGEMEADE DRIVE, MADISON, TN 37115, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description referenced herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO OCCUPANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IF THE SALE IS SET ASIDE FOR ANY REASON, THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE SHALL BE ENTITLED ONLY TO A RETURN OF THE DEPOSIT PAID. THE PURCHASER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE AGAINST THE GRANTOR, THE GRANTEE, OR THE TRUSTEE. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-117 have been met. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee

11B Department of Labor or Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the Sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities right to redeem the property as required by 26 U.S.C. 7425 and T.C.A. §67-1-1433.This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. MWZM File No. 13-004694670 JASON S. MANGRUM, J.P. SELLERS, LORI LIANE LONG, Substitute Trustee(s) Premier Building, Suite 404 5217 Maryland Way Brentwood, TN 37027 PHONE: (615) 238-3630 EMAIL: info@mwzmlaw.comAd #71610 2014-07-03 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated April 19, 2002, executed by GEORGE E. ALBRIGHT, JR. AND PATRICIA ALBRIGHT, conveying certain real property therein described to BRUCE BALCOM, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded April 25, 2002, at Instrument Number 20020425-0050997; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK OF PENNSYLVANIA who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on August 7, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Front Entrance of the Historic Courthouse located at 1 Public Square , located in Nashville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in Davidson County, Tennessee, to wit: BEING LOT NO. 45 ON THE PLAN OF MURRAY HEIGHTS, OF RECORD IN BOOK 2663, PAGE 37, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY. SAID LOT NO. 45 FRONTS 75 FEET ON THE EAST SIDE OF EAST RIDGE DRIVE AND RUNS BACK 266.95 FEET ON THE NORTHERLY LINE AND 313.3 FEET ON THE SOUTHERLY LINE TO A DEAD LINE IN THE REAR ON WHICH IT MEASURES 115 FEET. Parcel ID: 14806004300 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 3814 EAST RIDGE DRIVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37211. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): GEORGE E. ALBRIGHT, JR. AND PATRICIA ALBRIGHT OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee 119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103 www. rubinlublin.com/property-listings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #71624 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 2014-07-24 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated September 14, 2009, executed by DAWN J. BURNETTE, conveying certain real property therein described to LARRY A. WEISSMAN, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded September 23, 2009, at Instrument Number 20090923-0088478; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to DLJ Mortgage Capital, Inc. who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin

TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on August 7, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Front Entrance of the Historic Courthouse located at 1 Public Square , located in Nashville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in Davidson County, Tennessee, to wit: A CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS TO-WIT: TRACT NO. 1: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING LOT NO. 121 ON THE PLAN OF ROSEBANK PARK, AS OF RECORD IN BOOK 1835, PAGE 26, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING ON THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF ROSECLIFF DRIVE AT THE CORNER OF LOTS NOS. 121 AND 122; THENCE WITH THE LINE BETWEEN SAID TWO LOTS NORTHWARDLY 181.7 FEET TO THE CORNER OF LOTS NOS. 121 AND 122; THENCE WITH THE NORTH LINE OF LOT NO. 121 WESTWARDLY 40 FEET TO THE CORNER OF LOTS NOS. 1 AND 121; THENCE WITH THE LINE BETWEEN SAID LOTS SOUTHWESTWARDLY 89.9 FEET TO THE CORNER OF LOTS NOS. 1 AND 2 AND IN THE WEST LINE OF LOT NO. 121; THENCE WITH THE LINE BETWEEN LOTS NOS. 2 AND 121 SOUTHWARDLY 100 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF ROSECLIFF DRIVE; THENCE WITH SAID DRIVE EASTWARDLY 80 FEET TO THE BEGINNING. TRACT NO. 2: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING THE EASTERLY TRIANGULAR PART OF LOT NO. 1 ON THE PLAN OF ROSEBANK PARK, AS OF RECORD IN BOOK 1835, PAGE 26, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: SAID PART OF SAID LOT IS DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT A POINT AT THE COMMON EASTERLY CORNER OF LOTS 1 AND 2, AT A CONCRETE MONUMENT, IN THE WESTERLY LINE OF LOT 121; THENCE NORTHWARDLY 75 FEET TO A POINT IN THE NORTHERLY LINE OF LOT NO. 1; THENCE EASTWARDLY 40 FEET TO THE COMMON NORTHERLY CORNER OF LOTS 1 AND 121; THENCE ALONG THE LINE BETWEEN LOTS 1 AND 121, SOUTHWESTWARDLY 89.9 FEET TO THE BEGINNING. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO DAWN J. BURNETTE, AN UNMARRIED PERSON, BY WARRANTY DEED FROM MARJORIE MARIE HARDY FULLERTON, TRUSTEE AND INDIVIDUALLY, DATED 1-30-98 AND RECORDED 2-498 IN BOOK 10782, PAGE 628, IN THE REGISTER`S OFFICE OF DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. Parcel ID: 07216028100 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 2001 ROSE CLIFF DRIVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37206. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): DAWN J. BURNETTE OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: CACH, LLC The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee 119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103 www.rubinlublin.com/propertylistings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #71711 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 2014-07-24 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on August 14, 2014 on or about 12:00PM local time, at the Davidson County Courthouse, South Main door, One Public Square, Nashville, Tennessee, conducted by the Substitute Trustee as identified and set forth herein below, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by JERREL HORNER AND LEQUITA HORNER, to ., Trustee, on July 29, 1999, at Record Book 11619, Page 757 in the real property records of Davidson County Register’s Office, Tennessee. Owner of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE F/K/A NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR DELTA FUNDING HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 1999-3 The following real estate located in Davidson County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING UNIT NO. P6 OF BARCELONA CONDOMINIUMS CREATED UNDER TITLE 66, CHAPTER, 27, SECTIONS 101 ET SEQ., AS AMENDED, TENNESSEE CODE

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12B ANNOTATED, AS ESTABLISHED BY A MASTER DEED OF RECORD IN BOOK 6400, PAGE 801, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TOGETHER WITH THE UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMONS ELEMENTS APPURTENANT TO SAID UNITS, AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A-1` OF SAID MASTER DEED. REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE TO THE PLAT OF BARCELONA CONDOMINIUMS OF RECORD IN BOOK 6400, PAGE 839, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, FOR A MORE COMPLETE IDENTIFICATION AND DESCRIPTION OF SUCH UNIT. THIS CONVEYANCE IS SUBJECT TO ANY AND ALL RESTRICTIONS, EASEMENTS, SETBACK LINES, CONDITIONS, PLAT OF RECORD, AND ENCUMBRANCES OF RECORD IN THE REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR THE AFORESAID COUNTY. Tax ID: 133160A20600CO Current Owner(s) of Property: JERREL HORNER AND LEQUITA HORNER The street address of the above described property is believed to be 270 TAMPA DRIVE # P-6, NASHVILLE, TN 37211, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description referenced herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO OCCUPANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IF THE SALE IS SET ASIDE FOR ANY REASON, THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE SHALL BE ENTITLED ONLY TO A RETURN OF THE DEPOSIT PAID. THE PURCHASER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE AGAINST THE GRANTOR, THE GRANTEE, OR THE TRUSTEE. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: BARCELONA JOINT VENTURE GROUP, A TENNESSEE GENERAL PARTNERSHIP AND HARDING GLEN CONDOMINIUM HOMEOWNER`S ASSOCIATION, INC THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-117 have been met. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor or Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the Sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities right to redeem the property as required by 26 U.S.C. 7425 and T.C.A. §671-1433.This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to conﬁrmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. MWZM File No. 14-000539670 JASON S. MANGRUM, J.P. SELLERS, LORI LIANE LONG, Substitute Trustee(s) Premier Building, Suite 404 5217 Maryland Way Brentwood, TN 37027 PHONE: (615) 238-3630 EMAIL: info@mwzmlaw. comAd #71934 2014-07-10 2014-07-17 2014-07-24

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CLASSIFIEDS CITATION BY PUBLICATION -TRC 109 & 114 THE STATE OF TEXAS HANNAH STARR STILL VS KALEB DANIEL HENSLEY CAUSE# 18449 IN THE DISTRICT COURT 33rd JUDICIAL DISTRICT LLANO COUNTY, TEXAS CITATION BY PUBLICATION TO: HENSLEY, KALEB DANIEL 708 THOMPSON LANE OR WHEREVER HE MAY BE FOUND NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE 37024 DEFENDANT, GREETINGS: NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: “You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not ﬁle a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 A.M. on the Monday next following the expiration of 42 days after the date you were served this citation and petition, a default judgment may be taken against you.” You are hereby commanded to appear by ﬁling a written answer to the Plaintiff’s Petition at or before 10 00 o’clock on the Monday next after

the expiration of 42 days after the date of issuance of this citation before the Honorable 33rd Judicial District Court Of Llano County, Texas. Said Plaintiff’s Petition was filed in said court on the 6th day of day of May 2013 in the above entitled Cause. A brief statement of the nature of this suit is as follows, to-wit: ORIGINAL PETITION FILED IN THE DISTRICT CLERK’S OFFICE as is more fully shown by Plaintiff’s Petition on file in this suit. Issued and given under my hand and seal of said Court at 832 Ford Street, Llano, Texas this 13th day of June 2014. ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF(S) ANNE B. LITTLE 100 AVENUE H., SUITE 103 P.O. BOX 3013 MARBLE FALLS, TEXAS 78654 JOYCE GILLOW, DISTRICT CLERK 832 FORD STREET 78643 LLANO, TEXAS 78643 Deborah Peck - DEPUTY Publish July 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014 NOTICE OF ACTION BEFORE THE BOARD OF Medicine IN RE: The license to practice Medicine Andrew C. Okpaleke, MD 11924 Sugarberry Drive Riverview, Florida 33569 And 2525 Elm Hill Pike Nashville, TN 372143154 CASE NO.: 2013-04760 LICENSE NO.: ME 56548 The Department of Health has filed an Administrative Complaint against you, a copy of which may be obtained by contacting, Alicia E. Adams, Assistant General Counsel, Prosecution Services Unit, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C65, Tallahassee Florida 32399-3265, (850) 245-4444. If no contact has been made by you concerning the above by August 8, 2014, the matter of the Administrative Complaint will be presented at an ensuing meeting of the Board of Medicine in an informal proceeding. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the individual or agency sending this notice not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at the address given on the notice. Telephone: (850) 245-4444, 1-800-9558771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (V), via Florida Relay Service. Publish June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 2014 TONI MARIE HERNANDEZ Vs AURELIO HERNANDEZ Non-Resident Notice 3RD Circuit Docket No. 14D578 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a nonresident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon AURELIO HERNANDEZ. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 10, 2014 same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on August 11, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in Nashville. Richard R. Rooker, Clerk, C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date: June 11, 2014 SEAN R. RICHARDSON Attorney for Plaintiff Publish June 19, 26, July 3, 10, 2014 JENNIFER RENEE WOOD DANIEL BRIAN WOOD Vs OBED MENA-CRUZ Non-Resident Notice 4th Circuit Docket No. 10A71 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a nonresident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon OBED MENACRUZ. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 17, 2014 same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on August 18, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in Nashville. Richard R. Rooker, Clerk C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date: June 18, 2014 ROBIN J. GORDON ELIZABETH G. HART Attorney for Plaintiff Publish June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 2014 LATASHA WILLIAMS-GRAHAM Vs EZELL GRAHAM Non-Resident Notice 4th Circuit Docket No. 14D454 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a nonresident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon EZELL GRAHAM. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 17, 2014 same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on August 18, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of

this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in Nashville. Richard R. Rooker, Clerk C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date: June 18, 2014 ROBERT J. TURNER PETER P. FRECH Attorney for Plaintiff Publish June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 2014 RANDY STEPP Vs SEPTEMBER ANN STEPP Non-Resident Notice 4th Circuit Docket No. 14D267 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a nonresident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon SEPTEMBER ANN STEPP. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 17, 2014 same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on August 18, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in Nashville. Richard R. Rooker, Clerk C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date: June 18, 2014 ROBERT J. TURNER PETER P. FRECH Attorney for Plaintiff Publish June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 2014 FRANCISCO FRANCO Vs FREDDIE MAE DILLARD Non-Resident Notice 4th Circuit Docket No. 14D1014 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a nonresident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon FREDDIE MAE DILLARD. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 17, 2014 same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on August 18, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in Nashville. Richard R. Rooker, Clerk C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date: June 18, 2014 J.TODD FAULKNER Attorney for Plaintiff Publish June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 2014 GUADALUPE DEALMONTE CASTILLO Vs TOMAS LUGO CARACHUREE NonResident Notice 4th Circuit Docket No. 14D735 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a nonresident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon TOMAS LUGO CARACHUREE. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 17, 2014 same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on August 18, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in Nashville. Richard R. Rooker, Clerk C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date: June 18, 2014 DAVID D. HALL Attorney for Plaintiff Publish June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 2014 CHARLEEN RUTH HICKEY Vs FARKHOD ABDUJAMILOVICH ARIPOV Non-Resident Notice 4th Circuit Docket No. 14D1093 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a non-resident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon FARKHOD ABDUJAMILOVICH ARIPOV. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 17, 2014 same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on August 18, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in Nashville. Richard R. Rooker, Clerk C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date: June 18, 2014 BRAD H. FRAKES Attorney for Plaintiff Publish June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 2014 BRANDI NICOLE CUMMINS Vs RYAN JACOB CUMMINS Non-Resident Notice 4th Circuit Docket No. 14D1073 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a nonresident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon RYAN JACOB CUMMINS. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 17, 2014

same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on August 18, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in Nashville. Richard R. Rooker, Clerk C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date: June 18, 2014 MIKE J. URQUHART Attorney for Plaintiff Publish June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 2014 NALLELY LIRA- LOPEZ Vs MIGUEL HERNANDEZ- CASTILLO NonResident Notice 4th Circuit Docket No. 14D991 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a non-resident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon MIGUEL HERNANDEZ- CASTILLO. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 31, 2014 same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on September1, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in Nashville.Richard R. Rooker, Clerk Deputy Clerk Chantel Fleming Date: July 3, 2014 Mary B. Langford Attorney for Plaintiff Publish July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 DEANDRE’ BERNARD BENSON Vs BRITTANY DESHAY BENSON Non-Resident Notice 3RD Circuit Docket No. 14D179 In this cause it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that the defendant is a non-resident of the State of Tennessee, therefore the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon BRITTANY DESHAY BENSON. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after July 31, 2014 same being the date of the last publication of this notice to be held at the Metropolitan Circuit Court located a 1 Public Square, Room 302, Nashville, Tennessee, and defend or default will be taken on September 1, 2014. It is therefore ordered that a copy of this Order be published for four (4) weeks succession in the TENNESSEE TRIBUNE, a newspaper published in

Nashville. Richard R. Rooker, Clerk C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date: July 2, 2014 ROBERT J. TURNER PETER P. FRECH Attorney for Plaintiff Publish July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 14P1022 ESTATE OF NANCY C. SIMS, DECEASED. Notice is hereby given that on the 26th day of June, 2014, Letters of Authority in respect to the estate of NANCY C. SIMS, who died May 26, 2014 were issued to the undersigned by the Seventh Circuit (Probate) Court of Davidson County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured, or un-matured, against the estate are required to file same with the clerk of the above name court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred: (1) (A) Four (4)months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors at least sixty(60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the Notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death this 30th day of June, 2014. Mary Jo Morton, 3604 Fairmeade Drive, Nashville, TN 37218, Jeannette Sims Holland, 1635 Northview Avenue, Nashville, TN 37216, Personal Representative. Booker, Cyrus Lucius, 1720 West End Avenue, Suite 640, Nashville, TN 37203. Richard R. Rooker, Probate Court Clerk, One Public Square, Room 303 Nashville, TN. 37201. Publish Dates: July 3, 2014 and July 10, 2014. NOTICE TO CREDITORS 14P1012 ESTATE OF DOROTHY J. JEMSON, DECEASED. Notice is hereby given that on the 26th day of June, 2014, Letters of Authority in respect to the estate of DOROTHY J. JEMSON, who died March 2, 2014 were issued to the undersigned by the Seventh Circuit (Probate) Court of Davidson County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured, or un-matured, against the estate are required to file same with the clerk of the above name court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred: (1) (A) Four (4)months from the date of the first publication (or posting,

as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors at least sixty(60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the Notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death this 30th day of June, 2014. Craig V. Jemson, 2920 Wilford Pack Drive, Columbus, OH 43231, Personal Representative. Rouse, Celia Stewart, P.O. Box 100, MT Juliet, TN 37121. Richard R. Rooker, Probate Court Clerk, One Public Square, Room 303 Nashville, TN. 37201. Publish Dates: July 3, 2014 and July 10, 2014. NOTICE TO CREDITORS 14P1050 ESTATE OF WANDA JESSMAN DICKERSON, DECEASED. Notice is hereby given that on the 26th day of June, 2014, Letters of Authority in respect to the estate of WANDA JESSMAN DICKERSON, who died April 15, 2014 were issued to the undersigned by the Seventh Circuit (Probate) Court of Davidson County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured, or un-matured, against the estate are required to file same with the clerk of the above name court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred: (1) (A) Four (4)months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors at least sixty(60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the Notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death this 30th day of June, 2014. Wanda F. Johnson, 705 Rowan Drive, Nashville, TN 37207, Personal Representative. Thompson III, George H., 1326 8th Avenue, North Suite-A, Nashville, TN 37208. Richard R. Rooker, Probate Court Clerk, One Public Square, Room 303 Nashville, TN. 37201. Publish Dates: July 3, 2014 and July 10, 2014.

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Nashville Celebrates Black 40 Under 40

NASHVILLE, TN — While organizations in Nashville have traditionally honored 40 Nashvillians under the age of 40 for their accomplishments in business and community, there has always been a limited number of AfricanAmericans recognized. The recognition changed this year. StayOnTheGo.com organized the ﬁrst annual Nashville Black 40 Under 40 Ceremony, which honored the top 40 African-American individuals under the age of 40 in their respected ﬁelds. According to StayOnTheGo.com publisher Shawntaz Crawford, it was the right time put together an event that celebrated the success of so many young and professional blacks in the city. “We knew of many people in our community who had been doing great things for years but had not been recognized for their contributions,” explained Crawford. “We also saw that the organizations that held events such as ours very seldom recognized members of the African-American community.” Hosted by Councilman At Large Jerry L. Maynard, nearly 250 people attended the event in June at Club Anthem on 12 Ave. North. The celebration included a networking hour, a live band, a disc jockey. Each winner also had the opportunity to thank the community for their nomination. Over 200 nominations were submitted from the public. From those nominations, an independent panel of judges selected the 40 award winners. One of the goals of the event is to help give the

40 winners publicity for their many achievements. “Ultimately it will expose the city to the best minority talent,” Crawford said. “Being nominated gives many validity for what they have accomplished in Nashville.” John Little, Director of Community Engagement for the Tennessee Charter School Center, was recognized at the event and has already seen a positive impact from winning. “Although recognition is not the most important thing when you’re helping the community, it still was a night I’ll remember for a long time,” said Little. “I can say it has already had an positive impact on my future business endeavors, my company signed a record 7 clients in the month of June.” Stories like John Little’s is what StayOnTheGo.com had in mind when organizing the Black 40 Under 40. Crawford still feels there is more work to do as he begins to work towards next year’s event. “We are very satisﬁed with this being our ﬁrst event, but there will be plenty more to include in the future,” he said. “There will be more entertainment, it will be better organized, and we just plan on building on what we have done so far.” StayOnTheGo.com is an online magazine that was created for progressive Nashville residents to stay up-to-date on entertainment, political, and business community events in the African-American community. For more information please contact Event Coordinator Penelope Posh at iampenelopeposh@gmail.com or 615-348-8778.

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