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Serena & Venus advance in the French Open

Is Nashville next for Sissaundra?

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Commemorative Plaque Placed at Site of 1960 Home Bombing

The bombed home of Z. Alexander Looby

NASHVILLE, TN — After graduating from New York University, Z. AlexanderLooby moved to Nashville where he took a job as an assistant professor at Fisk University In July 1928 he passed the Tennessee bar exam and opened his own practice. Then, in 1932, he helped found the Kent College of Law in Nashville. This was a night school that allowed admission to both African American men and women.

In 1946 Looby represented clients in his first well-known case after the Mink Slide riot. A white mob gathered to attack a black residential section of Columbia. The African Americans were armed and ready to defend themselves when the

police entered the neighborhood. In the darkness and confusion, residents began shooting and wounded four police officers. Twenty-five blacks were arrested in conjunction with the shootings. Looby and a few other attorneys including Maurice Weaver won acquittals in twentythree of the twenty-five cases. After the Mink Slide riot trials, Looby was able to convince Attorney Thurgood Marshall, the chief lawyer for the Legal Defense and Educational Fund of the NAACP, to come to town.

Thurgood Marshall’s first cousin, Looby Continued on page 11A

Meharry’s Wilkins Accepted as Fellow NASHVILLE, TN — Consuelo H. Wilkins, M.D., M.S.C.I., Executive Director of the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance, has been accepted as a Fellow in the 2014-2015 Class of the Hedwig van Ameringen Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) Program for Women.

Dr. Wilkins holds appointments as Associate Professor of Medicine at both Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and Meharry Medical College and is co-director of the Community-Engaged Research Core of the Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical and Translational

Research.

Wilkins was recruited to lead the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance in 2012 and has focused on expanding its community-engaged research initiatives while continuing to cultivate its existing programs.

Dr. Wilkins joins Beth A. Malow, M.D., M.S., Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics, Burry Chair in Cognitive Childhood Development, in representing Vanderbilt University Medical Center in the 2014-2015 ELAM program.

The ELAM program is highly competitive and is the only in-depth national

program dedicated to preparing women faculty at schools of medicine, dentistry, and public health to effect sustained positive change as institutional leaders.

The intensive one-year fellowship program supports ELAM fellows as they develop a broader vision of their role within their academic health centers, enhance their leadership effectiveness, understanding of strategic finance, and ability to lead organizational change.

Fellows also become part of an active resource network of women leaders.

Wilkins Continued on page 11A

Consuelo H. Wilkins, M.D. M.S.C.I.

Publisher’s Great-Niece Plays Golf With Jack Nicklaus

Take 10

on Tuesdays

Sharon Hurt, CEO of Jefferson Street United Merchants Partnership (J.U.M.P.) and H. Beecher Hicks, CEO of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) are this week’s guests on Take 10 on Tuesdays with the Tennessee Tribune.

They sat down with Tribune Social Media Director Jason Luntz to discuss how the two organizations are partnering to host the 14th Annual Jefferson Street Jazz & Blues Festival. Set for the weekend of June 20-21, events include the inaugural luncheon “My Music Matters: A Celebration of Legends” honoring African American music; a street party on the newly named Seigenthaler Bridge and the annual festival. Featured this year will be blues legend, Denise LaSalle, known as the Queen of the Blues. The CEOs also discuss how excited they are to have J.U.M.P. and NMAAM working together for the first time. To learn more about the jazz and blues festival, please visit www.tntribune.com

Hitting the first tee shot with golf icon Jack Nicklaus (left) is Lauren Artis, great-niece of Tribune Publisher Rosetta Miller Perry and niece of Tribune COO James Artis at the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course at Potomac Shores in Dumfries, VA

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA —On May 21, 2014 the Potomac Shores Golf Club welcomed golf icon and preeminent course designer, Jack Nicklaus for a special conference celebrating the grand opening of the new 18-hole, par 72 Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. The day included a round of golf for local players with Nicklaus, followed by an open discussion with the designer himself. One of the golf enthusiasts who played with Nicklaus was Lauren Artis, great-niece of The Tennessee Tribune Publisher Rosetta MillerPerry and niece of Tribune’s COO James Artis. The young golfer enjoyed her opportunity to play with a Nicklaus, even picking up some great tips. Artis has continued to prove her skills on the golf course, recently coming in first place at the Lake Presidential Golf Club in Upper Marlboro Maryland.

Nicklaus Continued on page 14A

Maya Angelou, Memorist and Poet Dies at 86

Maya Angelou, the memoirist and poet whose landmark book of 1969, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” — which describes in lyrical, unsparing prose her childhood in the Jim Crow South — was among the first autobiographies by a 20thcentury black woman to reach a wide general readership, died yesterday in her home. She was 86 and lived in Winston-Salem, N.C. Her death was confirmed by her longtime literary agent, Helen Brann. No immediate cause of death had been determined, but Ms. Brann said Ms. Angelou had been in frail health for some time and had had heart problems.

As well known as she was for her memoirs, which eventually filled six volumes, Ms. Angelou very likely received her widest exposure on a chilly January day in 1993, when she delivered the inaugural poem, “On the Pulse of Morning,” at the swearing-in of Bill Clinton, the nation’s 42nd president, who, like Ms. Angelou, had grown up poor in rural Arkansas.

Long before that day, as she recounted in “Caged Bird” and its five sequels, she had already been a dancer, calypso singer, streetcar conductor, single mother, magazine Angelou

Continued on page 14A

Maya Angelou

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BancAccess Helping Community Banks

COLUMBIA, TN — For community banks across the Southeast, an innovative approach to a multi-bank co-operative, BancAccess, is enhancing the lending process while simultaneously providing commercial borrowers immediate access to multiple lenders.

A multi-bank owned Limited Liability Corporation, BancAccess is what founder and President, Ben Rudd, sees as a viable mechanism to provide community banks competitive opportunities to enhance asset quality and increase interest income while reducing operating expenses. BancAccess is built on the cooperative concept of sharing loan production opportunities and origination expenses while reducing operating expenses thru vendor management services and volume purchasing agreements.

BancAccess’s vendor management services include lender engagement, uniform credit underwriting, loan processing services, title examination and title insurance acquisition, survey acquisition, appraisal acquisition, property insurance acquisition and contract negotiation services. Other traditional business services, such as marketing, advertising, website and social media development and management, consulting and insurance products are also available. Through utilizing these services smaller commercial banks can reduce personnel and other operating expenses while increasing lending opportunities.

“By having a large number of community bank owners investing in, and utilizing the services and resources provided by BancAccess, the invested capital can then be used to fund the development of additional services while increasing income and driving operating expenses downward,” said Rudd. “Our business model streamlines processing commercial credit requests to a matter of days rather than weeks. As our commercial credit packages meet an established credit matrix determined by our owner-banks, once they are submitted to our pool of lenders, credit decisions and participations, if needed, have a short turnaround. This is a huge financial benefit and an efficient business model that saves time and expense on every level.”

“Commnity banks have been struggling to compete with larger financial institutions on many fronts,” said Barry Cary, President of Farmers and Merchants Bank of Trezevant,

Ben Rudd

which is a part of the BancAccess network.

“BancAccess is designed to level that playing field and allow smaller community banks to more effectively compete. By joining together, smaller community banks have power in numbers and can more efficiently service our customers while creating buying power and negotiation leverage for operational services and products.”

Subject to regulatory approval, community bank ownership in BancAccess is invitation based and involves a one-time capital investment for which owner-banks receive benefits designed to generate revenue and reduce expenses. In addition to fresh sources of interest income from new commercial credit relationships, owner-banks share in consumer loan referrals and additional support services and resources. Initial participants in BancAccess include Farmers & Merchants Bank of Trezevant, First Freedom Bank in Lebanon, Hardin County Bank in Savannah and People’s Bank of Clifton.

BancAccess operations are currently based in Columbia, Tennessee.

Consumers Insurance USA to Join The Motorists Insurance Group MURFREESBORO, TN — It was announced today that Consumers Insurance USA, Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by Motorists Mutual Insurance Co. of Columbus Ohio.

Under the agreement, which is subject to regulatory approval by Tennessee and Ohio regulators as well as Consumers Insurance Group shareholders, Consumers Insurance USA will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorists Mutual.

“We couldn’t be more excited about this opportunity to grow Consumers by joining with Motorists. It is a win-win situation for our policyholders, employees, agents, and shareholders,” says Consumers Insurance Group Chairman, Amanda C. Farnsworth.

“Motorists is an extremely well capitalized, A rated company, who has a strong track record of building the companies they have partnered with in the past.”

Consumers markets niche-oriented products, including personal auto, commercial auto, and garage policies, through a network of independent insurance agencies. Consumers operates in Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Virginia.

“Consumers is a strategic fit for us because it increases our geographic footprint into states where we want to write business, it’s staffed by talented, knowledgeable associates and it employs technological resources that make it an easy company for agents to do business with,” said Motorists President and CEO David L. Kaufman, ACAS, MAAA. Motorists Mutual Insurance Co. is an affiliate of The Motorists Insurance Group.

The Motorists Insurance Group, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, consists of 10 property and casualty insurance, life insurance and insurance brokerage companies. They are A rated (Excellent) by A. M. Best. The group markets insurance solutions through more than 11,000 independent agents and producers in a network of more than 1,600 agencies across the Mid-

Amanda Farnsworth

west, Northeast and Southeast regions.

Consumers Insurance Board of Directors is comprised of Tennessean based insurance professionals: Farnsworth, Nashville; David A. Sciortino, President and CEO of Consumers Insurance Group, Nashville; C. Louis Patten, Jr., CPCU, Associate Partner, Cornerstone Insurance Group, Cleveland; John “Jack” K. Harrington, Partner, Silvermark Partners LLC, Nashville; Lillard Brown, retired president and CEO of Allen Agency, Nashville; James F. Cunningham, retired partner and manager of V.R. Williams & Company Insurance Agency, Winchester; R. Edward Gibbons, CEO of Watauga Insurance, Inc., Johnson City; Clay T. Jackson, Regional Insurance President, BB&T Cooper, Love, Jackson, Thornton & Harwell, Nashville; Joe L. Lester, President of Lester, Greene & McCord Insurance Agency in Tullahoma; and Edward G. Nelson, Director Emeritus for Consumers Insurance Group, was Chairman and President of Nelson Capital Corp., Nashville.

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BUSINESS In the Driver’s Seat...

2014 Buick LaCrosse

The new 2014 Buick LaCrosse is not your grandfather’s Buick. It is one of the sharper reminders of how much change that’s brought.

It has enough of the vintage Buick styling cues to recall the connection--but the way it drives is almost entirely disconnected from the past, from its controlled ride to its available mild-hybrid drive train.

The V-6 car’s acceleration is adequate but, the ride is impeccable. Buick has worked hard to keep the harsh outside world at bay by utilizing acoustical laminate on the windshield and front side glass, expanded baffles in the roof pillars, and melt-on sound deadeners throughout the lower body. Buick calls it QuietTuning, and the deafening silence was only occasionally penetrated under hard acceleration or on particularly broken pavement.

The interior has premium materials and comfortable, roomy seats, particularly in the rear. The LaCrosse’s infotainment system is easy to use. The 2014 Buick LaCrosse comes standard with a power-adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, remote vehicle start, OnStar and Buick’s IntelliLink infotainment system, which includes an 8-inch touch-screen display, a seven-speaker stereo, satellite radio, Bluetooth phone and audio streaming and a USB port. Optional features include leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats,

a heated steering wheel, a headup display, a sunroof, push-button start, parking sensors, a backup camera, a Bose sound system and navigation. The LaCrosse includes new optional driver aids and safety features for 2014, including blind spot monitoring, forward collision warning, lane departure warning and adaptive cruise control.

The graceful LaCrosse has been tweaked a bit for 2014 with new LED eyeliner and taillamps, but the pleasantly thick shape has always had most of the details down pat. The cabin’s revamp this year remolds the center stack into a less complex shape, and an Ultra Luxury package slathers it in tamo wood and wraps the cockpit in semi-aniline leather.

The LaCrosse has gone premium, along with the rest of Buick, and that’s meant leaving the softly sprung past in the past, and a turn to more sporty and more shapely alternatives to the brand’s heritage.

BASE PRICE $34,000– $40,000 VEHICLE LAYOUT Front-engine, FWD (All-wheel drive is optional.), 5-pass, 4-door sedan ENGINE (Standard) 182hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder with electric eAssist mild hybridization and a 304-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 TRANSMISSION 6-speed automatic WHEELBASE 111.7 in LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT 196.9x 73.1 x 59.2 in EPA CITY/ HWY FUEL ECON 17/27

Bridgestone Americas Donates to Middle School NASH VILLE, TN — Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) today announced it will give J.T. Moore Middle School $20,000 as recognition of the school’s ongoing commitment to creating a healthy environment for students and the surrounding community. The school aims to renovate its playground to encourage physical activity and build a greenhouse where students can learn nutritional values while growing and harvesting their own fruits and vegetables.

Bridgestone learned about J.T. Moore Middle School’s plans through the company’s Fuel the Cause contest, which was held online in April.

While the school did not claim first place in the contest, Bridgestone was impressed with the passion of its students, faculty and surrounding community. The company elected to award J.T. Moore Middle School a $20,000 gift for environmental activities.

“As the world’s largest tire and rubber company, we are committed to building a better environmental future — for our customers, our employees and the communities in which we operate,” said Erik Seidel, Vice President of Brand Management, Bridgestone Americas. “We believe that it is only by working together as One Team, One Planet that we will achieve this goal. It is our privilege to support J.T. Moore as they work to instill healthy

habits in their students and create a better environment for the local community to enjoy.”

Bridgestone conducted the Fuel the Cause contest as part of its annual Rethink Green campaign in April. Rethink Green highlights the Bridgestone Ecopia line of tires, which delivers low rolling resistance and improved fuel efficiency, as well as the company’s breadth of Eco-Products. The EcoProduct designation is used to identify Bridgestone products that feature environmentally-conscious materials, such as low-aromatic oil and recycled materials, and also are designed to help improve vehicle fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.

For more information about the Bridgestone ReThink Green campaign, visit BridgestoneTire.com/ rethinkgreen/fuelthecause. For additional information about the Bridgestone Americas “One Team, One Planet” environmental platform, or to learn more about the company’s global environmental mission, visit OneTeamOnePlanet.com.

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THURSDAY, MAY 29 - JUNE 4, 2014

EDITORIAL

BUSINESS EXCHANGE

JET Ends Print Publications

were portrayed – and how they viewed themIt’s evident that selves. John Harold Black Americans have Johnson was an Amerifallen hook, line and can business icon and sinker and totally asthe first African Amerisimilated by the fact can’s name to appear on that Johnson Publishing the Forbes 400. Johnson Company has decided Rice may not have into end the print publicaherited the business savtion of JET magazine.

JET’s an integral vy or acumen of her dad. part of Black-American On what many construe history. For decades the as JET’s demise, Johnpublication has been a son Rice says: “We’re mainstay in the homes William Reed expanding Ebony and of African Americans Jet on the digital side to – displayed neatly on attract and maintain a younger audience. their living room coffee tables, in their church libraries, barbershops and beauty We have more than 1 million unique salons. Since 1951 the popular catch- visitors (per month) to Ebony.com and phrase across Black America was: “If Jetmag.com, and our publication is on it isn’t in JET, it didn’t happen.” JET Kindle, Nook and iPad.” magazine also served as the bellwether JET ends its print publication days as regarding the lack of justice for African the No. 3 magazine in the African-AmerAmericans. ican market, with a rate base of 700,000.

The current chairman of the family Though not as many Blacks still buy it, business, Linda Johnson Rice, says JET most still identify with what started as magazine is ending print publication at the end of June and becoming a digital a publication for Blacks to get weekly magazine app. Linda Johnson was ad- news on key issues in their community opted by John H. Johnson and Eunice in a quick and easy to read format. JET W. Johnson when she was three. In 1987, was initially “The Weekly Negro News at 29, she became president and CEO of Magazine,” and should always be noted the Johnson Publishing Company. She for its role in chronicling the civil rights earned an MBA in management from movement.

Northwestern University’s J.L. Kellogg In addition to its “Beauty of the Graduate School. She is twice-married, Week,” and Simeon Booker’s “Ticker to S. Andre Rice in 1984, they have one daughter, Alexa Christina Johnson. Rice Tape” JET will forever be known for the married Mel Farr in 2004. As chairman graphic photos it published in 1955 of of Johnson Publishing, Johnson Rice in- the corpse of Emmett Till, a 14-year-old herited the mission of “curator of the Af- Chicago boy who was beaten to death in rican-American experience, past, pres- Mississippi after he allegedly whistled at ent and future.” a white woman. JET published pictures The jury on her tenure at America’s from the open-casket funeral. JET remost successful Black business is still cently followed the case of slain Florida out. Groomed to lead, Johnson Rice re- teen Jordan Davis, who was featured on members flying to Paris at age 7 for the JET’s cover in January 2013. Jordan, 17, couture shows with her mother, Eunice Johnson on a buying trip for the Ebony was killed in November 2012 by Michael Fashion Fair. At 9 she befriended Mi- Dunn, who is white, when Dunn opened chael Jackson because her father served fire on a sport utility vehicle carrying on Jackson’s board. The elder Johnson four unarmed Black teenagers during an founded Johnson Publishing Company, argument over loud rap music at a gas in 1942. station in Jacksonville, Florida.

Over the years, he launched Ebony An era of glorifying the Black image and JET magazines, and Fashion Fair has passed. From now on, only Black teCosmetics for women of color. For 50 chies will follow JET via tablet devices years, the company sponsored the Ebony and mobile platforms. Breaking news Fashion Fair, a traveling fashion show that featured designs by Christian Dior, will be updated daily for app users. FareKarl Lagerfeld and others. Johnson used well to a man of vision.

William Reed is publisher of “Who’s African-American models like Pat Cleveland to sashay up and down the runways Who in Black Corporate America” and of the world. The sum of those ventures available for projects via the Baileyadvanced the way African-Americans Group.org

By William Reed

Rosetta Miller-Perry, Founder/Publisher Tennessee’s First Black Female Publisher

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Dishonoring Our Vets

months for their claims to be processed.) The number dropped this year to The last Monday in 344,000 claims, which is May, Memorial Day, was still too many veterans designed to honor those waiting too long for help. who died in service to our The recent exposure country. It is tragically of long waits for medical ironic that around the same treatment just scratches the time we are honoring and surface of the way that vetremembering the dead, we erans are welcomed back are learning about deficiencies in the Department into our society. Military of Veteran’s Affairs that skills are not easily connegatively affects the qualverted to civilian labor ity of life for those who Julianne Malveaux force skills, unemployment were injured during their rates for recent veterans term of service. (those serving since 2001) are often high Allegations that many veteran’s hospitals and medical centers do not assist those – 9 percent for veterans, compared to 6.3 veterans needing medical care within the for the entire population. President Obama mandated 30 days are troubling. Some has urged private sector employers to give say that the lengthy waits may have been priority to hiring veterans who have rea factor in the deaths of as many as 40 vet- turned from Iraq and Afghanistan, but unerans. The access problem is compounded employment rates, though falling, remain by poor record-keeping at some veteran’s high. Minority and women veterans had hospitals, making it impossible to verify even higher unemployment rates, and ofhow many veterans waited for medical at- ten greater challenges. tention and the length of their wait.

More than 58,000 veterans are homeThe controversy has led to calls for less, representing about 12 percent of the Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric K. Shinhomeless population. More than half have seki to resign, but it is unclear whether his resignation will serve any but a symbolic disabilities or mental health problems. As purpose if the medical treatment of veter- many as 70 percent have substance abuse ans does not change substantially. In this problems. There would be fewer homehighly partisan environment, it makes no less vets if the mental and physical health sense for the White House to offer Shin- needs of veterans were addressed when seki’s head on a platter to satisfy the hy- these soldiers leave the military. per partisanship of growling Republicans.

When our soldiers return from fightVeterans, and those who represent them in ing for our country, they face a new fight Congress, come from all parts of the polit- – a fight to be treated fairly. That means ical spectrum. It ought to be in everyone’s shorter waits for medical attention, more interest to improve access to health care focus on mental health issues, more asfor veterans. sistance in reentering the job market, and There are other issues regarding fair and compassionate treatment for veterans more counseling to help families adjust to that must be considered. The recent kill- new household dynamics. Veterans should ings at Fort Hood, Texas suggest that there not have to fight for this kind of assistance. is insufficient focus on mental health is- Haven’t they fought enough?

Regardless of whether we agree with sues for our military, with the rate of Army suicides doubling between 2004 and 2009. the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, we ofMany veterans say that one of their stress- ten thank our military for their service. ors is the inaccuracy involved in evaluat- Thanking a homeless veteran, or one who ing their disabilities that have come from has waited more than 30 days for medical their service. Missing limbs, impaired mo- attention is lip service if the “thank you” is bility, extreme stress and insomnia are all not accompanied by the assistance that so factors included when a monthly disability many veterans need. Memorial Day ought check is calculated. Many take issue with the evaluation, and challenge an evalua- to be a day to commemorate the dead, and tion may take several months (or years). improve the ways we treat the living.

Julianne Malveaux is a Washington, Even inaccurate claims are difficult to obtain for some veterans. More than 611,000 D.C.-based economist and writer. She is claims were backlogged (which means President Emerita of Bennett College for veterans had waited for more than four Women in Greensboro, N.C.

By Julianne Malveaux NNPA Columnist

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Letters to Editor;

“State Senator Stacy Campfield, of Tennessee, should resign for all his ungodly remarks about Obamacare and the Holocaust; and the people should boycott Pilot Oil Company until Republican Governor Bill Haslam stops denying people of Tennessee health insurance.

It was Pilot Oil, which is owned by the Haslam family, which put Bill Haslam in the Governor’s Mansion.

Pilot Oil was accused of gauging their customers out of $114,000,000.00 during the Hurricane Katrina Disaster and Bill Haslam spent $14,000,000.00 of it putting his campaign signs on every street corner from Bristol, TN to Memphis, TN. Pilot Oil just recently was accused of being involved in a kick-back scandal by selling gasoline to some trucking corporations at special prices and not to others. Tennessee used to be a decent place to live until the Republicans took control of the state government with the big money of Pilot Oil, Koch Brothers, Grover Norquist, and their kind. I can remember the days of Democrat governors like Frank Clement and Ned McWherter, and Democrat Senators like Estes Kefauver, Al Gore Sr., Al Gore Jr., and Jim Sasser.

Now we have a governor bought by Pilot Oil Company and Senator Lamar Alexander whose chief of staff had to resign for being involved in child pornography (which got little coverage in the Knoxville News Sentinel) and Senator Bob Coker who interfered with the union election of automobile

workers in Chattanooga with his lies.

The Knoxville News Sentinel which now monopolizes the daily news in Knoxville, TN and almost all print advertising because the only competition it had was the Knoxville Journal which Senator Lamar Alexander supposedly got a nice fee for helping sell it for $18,000,000.00 which was trashed shortly thereafter giving the Knoxville News Sentinel the ability to charge higher prices for advertising and walk the Republican line. The name Knoxville Journal is still used in Knoxville by a weekly newspaper with maybe 10 or 12 thousand in circulation. The Knoxville News Sentinel has bought up other minor publications and now has a monopoly. Under the first amendment newspapers do not have to pay property taxes even though the Knoxville News Sentinel has $17,000,000.00 worth of property.

They abridged the freedom of the press by monopolizing it.

The customers of Pilot Oil Company should thumb their noses at Pilot Oil Company; and should buy their gas on the other side of the street or just down the road until Gov. Bill Haslam stops denying some Tennesseans health insurance.

It is so easy, no sit-ins, no marching, and no occupying anything; it doesn’t cost you anything to go just on the other side of the street or just down the road. We the people really do have the power — economic power.

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EDITORIAL

Blacks Must Vote in Every Election they can to limit its influence in future elections.

Despite what some It is absolutely essenpeople want to claim, few tial that the Black voter observers anticipated the turnout for the August amount of participation elections be identical, or from the Black commuif possible even greater, nity in the recent primary to ensure continued poselection. itive developments.

While the citywide Anyone who closely total hovered around 10 watches the Republicanpercent, it was nearly dominated legislature three times that in many knows the GOP cerBlack wards and neightainly doesn’t put any Rosetta Miller Perry borhoods. The results emphasis on the Black were a victory for some community’s interests, outstanding judicial candidates. and often continue to propose harmful, But they also marked a return for negative and backward laws . several Black ministers to the principles There are any number of key races in of community advocacy and empowerAugust, but a critical one where Black ment that epitomized the church’s iminput be felt concerns the race for Genpact during the Civil Rights Movement. eral Sessions Court Division IX judgeBut this is not the time for anyone to ship between Lynda Jones and Adam rest on their laurels. With their newly Dread, the sometime “libertarian,” curwon power and clout, Black ministers need to continue rallying the communi- rent Republican, and general political ty and encouraging voter education and chameleon.

Dread changes stances like others participation.

For instance, the time may be right for change clothes, but he’s hardly deserva Black person to become the next May- ing of Black support. He’s already on or of Nashville, but the choice should not record saying he’s counting on more be left up to chance. The Black church Republican turnout, pitting his hopes still has more influence than any institu- on Blacks not coming to the polls in the same numbers. tion in our community.

Also looming in the background is Black ministers truly concerned the distinct possibility of Tea Party supabout the future of the city should be ported candidates running against Demcalling for a community-wide meeting to assess potential candidates and their ocrats. This organization likes to present itself as little more than an anti-tax, interest in a mayoral run.

There are certainly qualified can- small government entity.

But in truth, the Tea Party supports didates available, but there should ultiefforts nationwide to restrict Black voter mately be a consensus candidate supopportunity, eliminate affirmative acported by the community at large.

Nothing would be more divisive or tion, and hinder economic progress and reactionary than having the Black vote advancement for anyone other than corsplit between candidates, or the specter porations.

So it is imperative that everyone who of someone who doesn’t enjoy wide supvoted in the last election do the same in port running a losing campaign.

Everyone’s eyes were open by the August, and encourage everyone else results of the last primary. Now those they know to also participate. That’s the opposed to Black advancement and op- only way to ensure the continuation of portunity see the potential power in our progress and increased access to power vote, and they’re going to do whatever for everyone.

By Rosetta Miller Perry Tribune Publisher

Outlaw Death Penalty

than whites. In addition, the review found that inOn April 29, a death dividuals who commitrow inmate in Oklahoma ted crimes against whites died of a heart attack after were more likely to rea botched execution. At ceive the death penalty. age 23 Clayton D. Lockett More than 80 percent was convicted of murder of executions in North and had been on death row Carolina involved white for 15 years. During his murder victims. recent execution, shortly I also am concerned after the anesthetic drugs with the number of indiwere administered, Mr. viduals on death row who Lockett began to writhe have been wrongfully acin extreme pain and died cused. Since 1973, more Judge Greg Mathis, Jr. shortly after. The drug than 130 people have mixture used to execute been released from death him was not wholly administered due to row due to wrongful convictions. The a vein failure. His death has raised seri- most recent case occurred in 2012. A ous questions about the humane nature joint study led by University of Michigan of capital punishment and following Mr. Law Professor Sam R. Gross found that Lockett’s death President Obama indi- 4.1 percent of death row inmates during cated that the U.S. Department of Justice the modern era have been wrongfully would begin a review into capital pun- executed. Famously, in 2004 Cameron ishment in America. Mr. Lockett’s death Todd Willingham was executed after behas provoked all of us into an overdue ing accused of burning his home down conversation on the merits of the death and killing his three children. After his penalty. death investigators discovered there was For years research has indicated that no evidence to suggest the fire was startthere is a disturbing racial bias when de- ed by arson. Mr. Willingham and several ciding who gets sentenced to the death others have been wrongfully executed penalty. According to statistics from the under our nation’s existing capital punU.S. Department of Justice - Bureau of ishment laws.

Justice Statistics there were 3,082 death Following the botched execution in row inmates in 2011 and more than half Oklahoma the Justice Department anof them were African American or His- nounced it would begin a review of expanic. African Americans and Hispan- ecutions in America. Additionally, Presiics only make up about 30 percent of dent Obama acknowledged that there is the U.S. population, but more than half evidence of uneven application of the of prison inmates on death row. There is death penalty as well as individuals who significant evidence that suggest jurists have been wrongly convicted on death are more likely to sentence minority of- row. Attorney General Eric Holder, an fenders to the death penalty than white established opponent of the death penoffenders. A Michigan State University alty, will be responsible for the upcomreview of North Carolina’s court system ing review on capital punishment. I welfound evidence that African-American’s come this upcoming inquiry and hope to were systematically excluded from juries see changes in current policy. The death determining sentences for convicts eli- penalty in America runs contrary to our gible for capital punishment. They found nation’s commitment to international that qualified black jurors were twice human rights and racial equality and it more likely to be removed from juries should be repealed.

By Judge Greg Mathis

Why Do We Hate HBCUs But Overlook Flaws of White Schools

By Dr. Boyce Watkins

Dr. Boyce Watkins

I never had the chance to attend an HBCU, I couldn’t afford it. But I’ve seen the products of many of our leading black universities, and I’ve been highly impressed with what I’ve seen. First off, many HBCU graduates are better-prepared for the world than black students who’ve attended Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs). HBCUs are leading producers of black scientists, attorneys and business people, many of whom have formed networks with other African Americans that allow them to succeed in the business world. It’s not always so easy for black students at PWIs to network with the same white kids who wouldn’t even allow them to join their fraternities in undergrad.

Secondly, HBCU graduates often have fond memories of the friendships they formed during college and seem to have a higher racial self-esteem than black students from PWIs. They didn’t have to spend all of their time fighting with white professors to be acknowledged on a fundamental level and weren’t considered to be an afterthought in a sea full of people from a foreign cultural background. I’ve seen black students at my alma mater, The University of Kentucky, who were so depressed after their freshman year that they went home or became mentally ill. It’s tough going to class every day always having to look over your shoulder for the bigot who hates your guts.

When I supported the Dillard University

president’s request that Dr. Dre consider giving some of his money to HBCUs instead of USC (which doesn’t need the money at all), I heard a lot of people saying, “But HBCUs are inefficient. They would waste the money!” This wasn’t the only negative thing I heard, but this is the only thought I can stomach right now.

To that point of continuous negativity, I said at least two things: 1) Dr Dre could easily create a private scholarship fund to send students to HBCUs. That way, he can manage the money himself. So, he doesn’t have to give the money to people he doesn’t trust. Even I wouldn’t give my money to a university that doesn’t let me help decide where those funds are going to go.

2) While we know many HBCUs have administrative problems, the fact is that they at least ACKNOWLEDGE and support the spiritual and intellectual growth of black people. You CANNOT say the same thing about a school that hires almost no African American professors and only accepts black people who can dribble a basketball or throw a football. Translation: “We’ll gladly take money from any black person foolish enough to give it to us, but our actions clearly show that black people are second-class citizens in our institution.”

Were it not for sports, black attendance at USC (and many other universities) would be almost non-existent.

A community with citizens who fail to see the value of supporting each other is destined to die a miserable death. We can certainly critique our HBCUs, since many of them deserve it (I would love to tell my story about when my classmate and I both tried to join the faculty at Howard after finishing our doctorates). But to see white universities as an oasis of intellectual superiority while ignoring their racist shortcomings is nothing short of utterly disgusting self-hatred. None of us should tolerate such attitudes in our community.

I’ve taught at and attended many predominantly white universities over the years (not always by choice), and the way they treat black students and faculty is disgraceful. I would send my daughter to Spelman over Harvard any day of the

week, since she wouldn’t have to waste her study time trying to fight for equality in an institution that has only given tenure to two black female law professors in 200 years (yes, this is true for Harvard and many other institutions – they only gave tenure to their second black female law professor after Roland Martin and I raised hell about the disappointing appointment of Elena Kagan to the Supreme court). That kind of exclusion is evidence of severe racial ignorance, and the fact that almost none of the “good white scholars” at Harvard have expressed public concern over this disparity shows just how little they respect us.

So, my final point here is that the same way we are quick to scrutinize HBCUs, we should do the same with predominantly white institutions with racist hiring records.

Actions speak louder than words, and if you’ve had a department in your institution that has gone nearly 100 years without promoting a single black person, you’re clearly stating with your actions that you believe

black people to be inferior to whites. This is especially true when you’ve had dozens of black applicants from leading universities apply for the job, and always seemed to arbitrarily conclude that they “just aren’t the right fit.”

Secondly, when it comes to student admissions, we should find it deplorable that the same universities that earn hundreds of millions of dollars from black athletes are not interested in accepting black thinkers.

This is like a man dating a woman so he can sleep with her, but telling her that he’ll never respect her enough to take her out in public.

Black people, for many universities, have been relegated to being “economic sluts” of the campus, being used for their athletic prowess, but ignored for academic opportunities. Campuses are able to get away with this because black people are so enamored with the unquestionable greatness of white institutions, that we think these disparities must be our fault.

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BUSINESS Sherrard & Roe Attain High Rankings

Thomas J. Sherrard

Chris Whitson

Tracy A. Powell

John R. Voigt

Littlejohn Celebrates Twenty-Five Years

L. Webb Campbell

William L. Harbison

Jim Littlejohn, president of Littlejohn, a nationwide planning, engineering and environmental firm, in front of Littlejohn’s Nashville office.

Kim A. Brown

NASHVILLE, TN —Nine attorneys at Sherrard & Roe, PLC, received rankings in the 2014 edition of Chambers USA directory of recommended lawyers and law firms. In addition, the firm’s Corporate/Mergers & Acquisitions, Healthcare, General Commercial Litigation, and Real Estate practice areas were ranked among the most respected in Tennessee.

The nine Sherrard & Roe attorneys profiled and recognized for their outstanding client representation in their practice areas are: Thomas J. Sherrard and Chris Whitson for Corporate/Mergers & Acquisitions; Tracy A. Powell and John R. Voigt for Healthcare; L. Webb Campbell and William L. Harbison for General Commercial Litigation; and Kim A. Brown, C. Mark Carver and John H. Roe for Real Estate.

Chambers USA ranks the leading firms and lawyers in an extensive range of practice areas throughout America.

The research is in-depth and client fo-

C. Mark Carver

John H. Roe, Jr.

cused and the guide is read by industryleading companies and organizations throughout the US and worldwide. The guide determines its prestigious rankings through an extensive information gathering process that includes independent research and in-depth interviews with clients and attorneys.

Attorney Connell Joins MTR Family Law

NASHVILLE, TN —Virginia (Ginger) J. Connell has joined MTR Family Law, announced Marlene Eskind Moses, founding manager of the firm.

“Ginger is an accomplished young attorney who is already experienced in family and juvenile law,” said Moses.

“She brings a tremendous amount of knowledge and energy to her position at the firm.”

Connell was previously an attorney with Jackson, Kweller, McKinney, Hayes, Lewis & Garrett in Nashville, where she represented clients in all phases of divorce, child support, paternity, contempt, and dependency neglect. Prior to completing law school, she was a paralegal at the firm for ten years. She also spent two years as a paralegal for Child Support Services of Davidson County.

Connell received her J.D. from Nashville School of Law in 2010. She is a 2005 cum laude graduate of Trevecca Nazarene University with a B.A. in management and human relations.

Connell is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association, Williamson County Bar Association, and Lawyers’ Association

Virginia (Ginger) J. Connell

for Women. She and her husband have four children. When she is not practicing law, Connell volunteers her time assisting with her children’s extracurricular and school activities.

NASHVILLE, TN — In celebration of its 25th year in business, Littlejohn Engineering Associates announced that it has changed its name to Littlejohn to reflect the firm’s growth and expanded services. “Our new name illustrates our broader reach and expanded services,” said Jim Littlejohn, president. “Just as in planning and engineering, we always try to remember that the simplest solution is usually the best solution. We’re taking the same approach looking ahead with our name and our brand – efficient, understandable, straightforward and collaborative. We want our name to be synonymous with professionalism and quality service delivery.” Founded in 1989 in Nashville.

Littlejohn works with public and private clients across the country to plan and engineer infrastructure for notable projects and progressive communities. Consulting services in surveying, engineering, planning, landscape architecture, environmental services, industrial hygiene, health and safety are the core components of Littlejohn’s expertise, and in just 25 years, the firm has grown from a sole proprietorship, to a national firm with eight offices in Tennessee, Florida, Arizona and Alabama. Littlejohn, a multi-discipline professional services firm, has completed more than 6,000 projects in 42 states and employs more than 125 engineers, landscape architects, planners, surveyors, environmental scientists, industrial hygienists and support personnel. Using innovative and sustainable ideas, Littlejohn solves complex environmental and land development challenges and delivers progressive and efficient design solutions. “We have some of the most talented individuals and creative teams in the business,” said Jim Littlejohn. “To us, a project is much more than just concrete, steel, brick and mortar – it represents the core of who we are.” In Middle Tennessee, Littlejohn has worked on thousands of projects from the Music Row roundabout, to the Rolling Mill Hill neighborhood development, the vibrant Gulch redevelopment and numerous assignments for water and sewer infrastructure development from Metro Nashville and local governments. “Littlejohn is always dependable, always working quietly behind the scenes to

support and build a better Nashville for all of us,” said Nashville’s Mayor Karl Dean at Littlejohn’s 25th anniversary celebration and crawfish boil.

“Over my years at Metro, I have grown to appreciate how fortunate we are to have strong local companies that partner with us on important projects, and I also understand the importance of having great companies that are founded here, grow here and succeed here – creating jobs and creating opportunities. Nashville is great because of firms like Littlejohn.

This is a big milestone. Congratulations. I wish you much future success.” As it has in the past, Littlejohn will continue to invest in the newest technology essential to meeting tomorrow’s engineering challenges, while embracing best practices and lessons learned, to develop infrastructure, landscapes and built environments that stand the test of time. “I’m very proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish as a professional service firm – across our offices from Florida to Arizona – and I’m extremely proud of our talented professionals who work together so well to serve our clients,” said Jim Littlejohn. “I can’t wait to see what the next 25 years will bring.” About Jim Littlejohn: Jim Littlejohn, president, completed his Master of Science in Engineering Administration from the University of Tennessee in 1982 after having graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering in 1976.

His project experience is extensive, particularly in the areas of land development, infrastructure planning, water resources, and roadway design.

He has led numerous projects, many of them substantial in size. He maintains active engineering licenses in 38 states. Jim’s specialties are in the areas of planning and project management for land development projects, roadway, drainage, water, sewer, complex storm water management systems in addition to overseeing firm operations and leadership. Jim currently sits on numerous boards and commissions and was named the Nashville Chapter of the TN Society of Professional Engineer’s 2012 Outstanding Engineer of the Year for leadership and integrity in the Engineering Profession. Visit www.leainc.com for additional information

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EDUCATION

Dr. Lesia Crumpton-Young

TSU Names Associate VP for Research and Sponsored Programs NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Tennessee State University has appointed a new Associate Vice President for Research and Sponsored Programs. She is Dr. Lesia Crumpton-Young, a longtime educator, multiple-award winning scientist, and director of the Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence at the University of Central Florida. Crumpton-Young, who will also serve as the University’s Chief Research Officer, will assist the Vice President for Academic Affairs in the development of the vision, direction, and guidance of the University’s research mission and policy formulation. Additionally, she will provide oversight for the research

process, education and creative thinking, as well as promote the creation of an environment that encourages and supports leading-edge scholarly research. An industrial engineer by training, CrumptonYoung has had a long experience as a professor, a researchscientist, and a university administrator.

Prior to her recent role at theUniversity of Central Florida, where she served in several other capacities, she was the associate provost at Texas A&M University; program director in the Education and Human Resource Directorate of the National Science Foundation; and associate dean of Engineering at Mississippi State University. A recipient of the

Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring, she has been the principal investigator and co-PI on many public andprivate grants totaling several million dollars. A prolific writer, Crumpton-Young has published and co-published several articles on engineering leadership, innovation and STEM education. Crumpton-Young, who will also be responsible for patents, copyrights, and technology transfers at TSU, holds a Ph.D., an M.S. and a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University.

She begins her new assignment on June 1.

Les Gemmes Scholarship and Appreciation Program

TSU to Host KNOW Hunger SNAP Challenge NASHVILLE, TN (TSU NewsService) — Area lawmakers will gain first-hand knowledge on what it’s liketo try to feed a family for a week on limited resources when they take part inthe SNAP Challenge Thursday, May 29 on the Tennessee State University campus.

Hosted by the TSU Cooperative Extension program, the KNOW Hunger Challenge will take place atthe Farrell Westbrook Complex (the Barn) from 1 until 5 p.m. The Challenge,presented by Tyson Foods and Elanco, is an interactive event designed toincrease awareness and fight food insecurity by offering education andnutritional opportunities through Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program(SNAP) and firsthand experience with the challenge families face in a budgetedshopping experience.

The Urban League of Middle Tennessee and Second Harvest Food Bank of MiddleTennessee are also part of the twoyear partnership initiative. According toTyson officials, the event is significant because millions of low-incomefamilies struggle to provide their families with nutritious meals despitebenefits from SNAP, with one in five Tennesseans enrolled in the program. “Many people can’tfathom feeding a family on $100 per week,” said Jeff Wood, Tyson Foods’ directorof Community Relations. “We do this programming to help people understand whatSNAP really is, and what it’s not. The experience is very eye opening for mostpeople. Having gone through the challenge myself, I can tell you it’s lifechanging.” The SNAPChallenge features teams of legislatures and other elected officials that willbe given $100 each to shop for a week’s worth of food for a family offour.

Tennessee State University SNAPEDeducators, as well as hunger advocates from across Tennessee will help teamsmake their purchases.

The teams arecharged with shopping at a local store, then return to the University wheretheir purchases are presented to a panel of judges.

The food will be judged oneffective use of funds, nutritional value and culinary creativity. Following theevent, the food purchased will be donated to The

Nashville Food Project. “This nationwide challenge has taken place across the country and serves as areminder just how difficult it can be to buy food for a family of four whenfaced with limited resources,” said Rita Fleming, assistant professor of HealthEducation. “We will have three of our Cooperative Extension SNAP-Ed agentsproviding assistance on how to make healthy choices on limited funds.” According toFleming, the TSU Cooperative Extension program mission is to help educate andprovide information to limited resource urban and rural individuals, families,small farmers, and other groups. “We use avariety of program delivery strategies,” she added, “offering practical anduseful research-based programs, resources, and publications in agriculture andnatural resources, family & consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, andcommunity resource and economic development.” This SNAPChallenge is part of KNOW Hunger Nashville, a two-year initiative by Tyson Foods, Urban Leagueof Middle Tennessee and area food advocates to raise awareness of foodinsecurity and nutrition education. Theorganizations will also host local health fairs, thought leadership exercisesand educational opportunities. The group hosted a health fair with theHistorically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Wellness Project lastNovember and plans to launch a website with Second Harvest Food Bank of MiddleTennessee later this summer that’s designed to help families stretch their foodresources further. “We’re proud to be part of the KNOW Hunger initiative that continues to educate Nashville’sthought leaders on the challenges of balancing benefits with need,” saidPatricia Parish Stokes, president of the Urban League of Middle Tennessee. “Theoutcome of the challenge closely aligns with our mission to elevate thestandard of living in underserved urban areas.” Elanco and TysonFoods created the half-day SNAP Challenge in the spring of 2012. Since thattime, 18 groups comprised of more than 450 people have participated.

For moreinformation, contact Rita Fleming at 615.963.2135.

NASHVILLE, TN — Judge Allegra Walker will be the keynote speaker for the Les Gemmes Scholarship and Appreciation Program on Saturday, May 31. Judge Walker earned her seat in the May 6 Democratic Primary election as General Sessions Judge, Division IV with 51% of the vote. She was victorious over a field of candidates to secure her position as judge and is unopposed in the general election on Aug. 7.

One of the guiding values that Allegra Walker holds is respect for the law and respect for the people.

Therefore, in addition to her dedication to the law, she remains dedicated to community service.

The Davidson County General Sessions Court is one of 95 General Session Courts in Tennessee.

This is a court of limited jurisdiction that hears civil and criminal cases, including but not limited to, domestic violence offenses, orders of protection and environmental violations.

Atty. Jayne Jackson, Vice President Administration, TSU will give the challenge to the scholarships awardees and 19 Jewels.

The following scholarships will be awarded: Aaliya Batey $2,000 from the Nashville Les Gemmes Chapter and $1,000 from the National Melvine Blakley Scholarship fund; Porscha Gregory $2,000 from the Nashville Les Gemmes Chapter and $1,500 from the National Mercer Brown Siler Scholarship. A third award of an ipad will be given to the Jewel who has the highest grade point average.

The Nashville Chapter President is Rosetta Miller Perry, National President, Edwina Long Hefner and Nashville Chairman, Lighting the Path for Girls is Adriana Bethel Hibbler.

Judge Allegra Walker

Aaliya Batey

Porscha Gregory

Employment Law Seminar NASHVILLE, TN —The Commission will hold its annual Employment Law Seminar at One Century Conference Center on Thursday, June 12, 2014. We are pleased to announce this year’s keynote presentation will be from Tennessee State Supreme Court Justice, Cornelia Clark. The Seminar’s agenda is full and features a variety of interesting topics surrounding employment law.

Sessions include: THRC/EEOC/DOHR Updates (Shalini Rose, Shirley Richardson & Danielle Barnes), The

Toxic Employee (Eric Stevens, Littler Mendelson), The Intersection of FMLA, ADA & Workers’ Comp (Kim Vance, Baker Donelson), Employer CSI: Conducting Workplace Investigations (Luther Wright, Ogletree Deakins) and a Law & Legislation Update (Waverly Crenshaw & Jeb Gerth, Waller Lansden).

This seminar has been approved for 6.25 continuing education credits from both the Tennessee Continuing Legal Education Commission and the Human Resources Certification Institute.

Registration is available online by credit card and through a form by check. There is still time left to register – registration closes on Friday, June 6, 2014!

Contact Susannah Berry at 615-253-1608 or susannah.berry@ tn.gov with any questions.

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NATIONAL NEWS

Deportations for Minor Crimes, the Obama Administration’s ‘Shame’

By Tony Best

A crying shame and a painful truth.

Those words helped to sum up the reaction of immigration advocates, civil libertarians, elected officials, foreign consular representatives and immigrants to a mind-numbing appraisal of the Obama administration’s immigration policy which has resulted in almost two million people being deported in five years to the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Pacific and other regions of the world.

What a detailed analysis of government documents showed was that contrary to Obama Administration assertions that it was kicking out murderers, rapists, gang bangers, armed robbers, drug dealers and other serious criminals, two-thirds of those returned to their birthplaces had done nothing more than commit minor offenses – such as traffic violence, jumping turnstiles and other acts that earned them no criminal records at all. Indeed, only 20 per cent or 394,000 immigrants were convicted of serious crimes, including drugrelated offenses, stated the New York Times, which conducted the study and published its results.

“This study only confirms the experiences of people in communities around the United States, who watched as their neighbors and members of their family were deported for minor infractions, such as violations of traffic rules,” charged U.S. Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, a Brooklyn Democrat. “We could not reasonably describe a person who has incurred a parking ticket as a criminal. Yet, the federal government has applied a policy of deportation that absurdly defines such men and women as criminals.

“The continued deportation of hundreds of thousands of people every year imposes serious harms on the families from which men and women are removed, as well as the community as a whole, without any benefit to our society,” added Clarke, who along with Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, a Democrat of Brooklyn has repeatedly called on President Obama to suspend deportations until the enactment of comprehensive immigration reform, which would open the door to a pathway to citizenship for almost 12 million people who had overstayed their allotted time in the country. “Who could imagine that the removal of a father or mother from their children – for the ‘crime of violating traffic regulations – would not undermine the faith of these children in the due process of law or the good sense of their representatives in government?

I remain committed to the suspension of deportation and to a policy of immigration reform that recognizes the value of families.”

The study, based on government data

The Obama administration’s immigration policy has resulted in almost two million people being deported in five years.

covering more than 3.2 million deportations over a 10 year period, beginning with President George Bush found: Immigrants with no criminal history and whose most serious offence was listed as a traffic violation accounted for the largest increases in deportation in recent years. High on that list was driving under the influence.

During President Obama’s five years in the White House, such traffic violation deportation cases skyrocketed from 43,000 during President Bush’s last five years to more than 188,000.

Although President Obama attacked the pace of deportations when he first ran for the White House in 2008, his administration kept the high deportation rates he inherited from his immediate predecessor.

More immigrants are being deported to their birthplaces without a hearing than before.

The Administration has expanded the use of expedited immigration proceedings which gave undocumented immigrants limited opportunities to turn to an attorney seek asylum or show there were extenuating circumstances to their presence in the country.

The Department of Homeland Security went after more people who hadn’t complied with deportation orders than Bush. Most of them didn’t have a criminal record.

In 2012, deportations reached 409,224, a historic high.

“What these findings indicate is that the focus of the Administration was never on criminals as the White House

had said,” complained Bertha Lewis, head of the Black Institute, a prominent immigration advocate.

“They also underscore something we have been saying all along and that is the administration’s policy is wrong, discriminatory and shameful. I am glad that people in New York and elsewhere are finally finding out that we have a major problem on our hands when it comes to deportations. They are also discovering that the removal of people from their country isn’t simply about

Mexicans but about immigrants from the Caribbean, Africa and Latin America as well.”

Lewis saw an urgent need to shift the policy from deportation to comprehensive immigration reform that would fix the broken system. The Administration’s policy has been an abject failure.

Washington has simply declined to give us accurate numbers on race, ethnicity and gender of persons being put out of the country.

Donna Lieberman, executive director of the New York Civil Liberties Union, strongly criticized the White House’s deportation policy, calling for an “end to “mass deportations” of immigrants.

“The Obama administration should be ashamed of itself for deporting masses of people in the way it has been doing,” she told the Carib News. “We need immigration reform that provides a pathway to citizenship and we need a Dream Act in New York State, one that would provide financial assistance to undocumented youth attending colleges and universities.

Marsha Branch, Manhattan resident who has been living in the United States for more 20 years, said the situation had become “perilous” for immigrant families who were in danger of losing a major bread winner at any time, a “father or mother” to the deportation mill “Deportations were never meant to be used in that way,” said the West Indian. “Yes, people who are dangerous and habitual criminals should be sent back to their homes. But they shouldn’t be removed for traffic violations.”

A Caribbean diplomat who requested anonymity said that the airing of the findings was important because it “took the lid off a cover-up.”

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Largest Class in Meharry History Graduates

Meharry Medical College graduated its largest class in history.

NASHVILLE, TN — The largest graduating class in the history of Meharry Medical College received their diplomas at the College’s 139th Commencement, Saturday, May 17, 2014 at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House Auditorium.

The School of Graduate Studies and Research awarded 78 diplomas across four degree programs—Ph.D., M.H.S., M.S.P.H. and M.S.C.I. The School of Dentistry awarded 41 diplomas and the School of Medicine 97.

A. Cherrie Epps, Ph.D., president and chief executive officer of Meharry Medical College, commended the record Class of 2014. “Never forget who you are and why you do what you do,” she said in her opening remarks.

Commencement speaker, Norman C. Francis, J.D., president of Xavier University of Louisiana, told the graduates the nation owes a debt of gratitude to Meharry Medical College. “Thousands have made this possible,” he noted, citing the progress of graduates from Meharry since its founding in 1876 and told

the graduates they will have to carry Meharry’s mantle forward. “Inequities in America must be addressed,” said Francis. “Meharry graduates have a very special responsibility to lead. You are going to have to stand for people who cannot speak for themselves and make their case clearly.”

Francis referred to his work in A Nation at Risk, the result of a project commissioned by President Ronald Reagan and published in 1983.

“The pathway out of poverty is education,” Francis told the graduates. “I ask you to give leadership.”

Dr. Francis was the recipient of an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Meharry, along with Nashville’s Mayor Karl Dean, honored for his work in promoting health and healthy lifestyles through city initiatives.

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Center for Health Policy at Meharry Medical College also recognized 12 recipients of the Certificate in Health Policy.

Honorary degree recipients Norman C. Francis, J.D., left and Nashville Mayor Karl Dean, right, stand with Meharry’s president and chief executive officer, A. Cherrie Epps, Ph.D.

Students from the School of Graduate Studies and Research pose for quick photo before the processional.

Graduates from the School of Dentistry are all smiles returning to their seats with their diplomas.

Minutes to go before they will officially be physicians!

Mayor Karl Dean was the recipient of an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree.

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Yohn Joins Tuck Hinton Architects as Intern

Mary Melissa Yohn

Angelou From Page 1A editor in Cairo, administrative assistant in Ghana, official of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and friend or associate of some of the most eminent black Americans of the mid20th century, including James Baldwin, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. Afterward (her sixvolume memoir takes her only to the age of 40), Ms. Angelou (pronounced AHN-zhe-lo) was a Tony-nominated stage actress; college professor (she was for many years the Reynolds professor of American studies at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem); ubiquitous presence on the lecture circuit; frequent guest on television shows, from “Oprah” to “Sesame Street”; and subject of a string of scholarly studies.

In February 2011, President Obama presented her with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the country’s highest civilian honor.

Throughout her writing, Ms. Angelou explored the concepts of personal identity and resilience through the multifaceted lens of race, sex, family, community and the collective past. As a whole, her work offered a cleareyed examination of the ways in which the socially marginalizing forces of racism and sexism played out at the level of the individual.

Maya Angelou

Marguerite Ann Johnson was born in St. Louis on April 4, 1928. (For years after Dr. King’s assassination, on April 4, 1968, Ms. Angelou did not celebrate her birthday.) Her dashing, defeated father, Bailey Johnson Sr., a Navy dietitian, “was a lonely person, searching relentlessly in bottles, under women’s skirts, in church work and lofty job titles for his ‘personal niche,’ lost before birth and unrecovered since,” Ms. Angelou wrote.

“How maddening it was to have been born in a cotton field with aspirations of grandeur.”

Her beautiful, volatile mother, Vivian Baxter, was variously a nurse, hotel owner and card dealer.

As a girl, Ms. Angelou was known as Rita, Ritie or Maya, her older broth-

NASHVILLE, TN — Mary Melissa Yohn has joined Tuck Hinton Architects as Intern Architect, announced Mary Roskilly, AIA, Principal/Partner. As an Intern Architect, she collaborates with the firm’s project directors and project managers on projects.

“Mary Melissa is actively involved in our design resource team,” said Roskilly.

“She is creative and detail-oriented, and is Marilyn Robinson, Greater Nashville Area ‎ Executive Director of the Nashville Minority Business Center and a dear friend of Maya Angelou said “It took me just a minute to find a special person in Maya Angelou, less than an hour to appreciate her, and a day to love her, but it will take my entire lifetime to forget her. She was a great friend of mine and many others and we will all miss her forever. er’s childhood nickname for her.

After her parents’ marriage ended, 3-yearold Maya was sent with her 4-year-old brother, Bailey, to live with their father’s mother in the tiny town of Stamps, Ark., which, she later wrote, “with its dust and hate and narrowness was as South as it was possible to get.”

The children returned periodically to St. Louis to live with their mother. On one such occasion, when Maya was 7 or 8 (her age varies slightly across her memoirs, which employ the techniques of fiction to recount actual events), she was raped by her mother’s boyfriend.

She told her brother, who alerted the family, and the man was tried and convicted. Before he could begin serving his sentence, he was murdered — probably, Ms. Angelou wrote, by her uncles.

Believing that her words had brought about the death, Maya did not speak for the next five years. Her love of literature, as she later wrote, helped restore language to her.

As a teenager, now living with her mother in San Francisco, she studied dance and drama at the California Labor School and became the first black woman to work as a streetcar conductor there. At 16, after a casual liaison with a neighborhood youth, she became pregnant and gave birth to a son. There the first book ends.

The book — its title is a line from “Sympathy,” by the African-American poet Paul Laurence Dunbar — became a best seller, confounding the pervasive stereotype that black women’s lives were unworthy of memoir.

The next five volumes of Ms. Angelou’s memoir, all, like the first, originally published by Random House, were “Gather Together in My Name” (1974), “Singin’ and Swingin’ and Gettin’ Merry Like Christmas” (1976), “The Heart of a Woman” (1981), “All God’s Children Need Traveling Shoes” (1986) and “A Song Flung Up to Heaven” (2002).

Together they describe her struggles to support her son through a series of odd jobs. “Determined to raise him, I had worked as a shake dancer in nightclubs, fry cook in hamburger joints,

dinner cook in a Creole restaurant and once had a job in a mechanic’s shop, taking paint off cars with my hands,” she wrote in “Singin’ and Swingin’ and Gettin’ Merry Like Christmas.” Elsewhere, she describes her brief unsuccessful stint as a prostitute and brief successful one as a madam.

Ms. Angelou goes on to recount her marriage to a Greek sailor, Tosh Angelos. (Throughout her life, she was circumspect about the number of times she was married — it appears to have been at least three — for fear, she said, of appearing frivolous.)

After the marriage dissolved, she embarked on a career as a calypso dancer and singer under the name Maya Angelou, a variant of her married name. A striking stage presence — she was six feet tall — she occasionally partnered in San Francisco with Alvin Ailey in a nightclub dance act known as Al and Rita.

Ms. Angelou later settled in New York, where she became active in the Harlem Writers Guild (she hoped to be a poet and playwright), sang at the Apollo and eventually succeeded Bayard Rustin as the coordinator of the New York office of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, the organization that he, Dr. King and others had founded.

Her other books include the volumes of poetry “Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water ‘fore I Diiie” (1971), “Oh Pray My Wings Are Gonna Fit Me Well” (1975); “And Still I Rise” (1978) and “Shaker, Why Don’t You Sing?” (1983). She released an album of songs, “Miss Calypso,” in 1957.

But she remained best known for her memoirs, a striking fact in that she had never set out to be a memoirist. Near the end of “A Song Flung Up to Heaven,” Ms. Angelou recalls her response when Robert Loomis, who would become her longtime editor at Random House, first asked her to write an autobiography.

She demurred at first, still planning to be a playwright and poet. Cannily, Mr. Loomis called her again. “You may be right not to attempt autobiography, because it is nearly impossible to write autobiography as literature,” he said. “Almost impossible.” “I’ll start tomorrow,” Ms. Angelou replied.

also committed to creating a better community.”

Yohn was previously an Intern Architect at Cohen Carnaggio Reynolds in Birmingham, AL. She is a 2012 graduate of Auburn University with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. While at Auburn, she spent a semester studying architecture and urban planning in Florence, Italy. She also designed and built her thesis project

at Auburn University’s Rural Studio.

Yohn is an associate member of the American Institute of Architects, a Young Urbanist with the Nashville Civic Design Center, and a member of TWIG - Tennessee Women in Green. She currently serves as a House Captain for Rebuilding Together Nashville. A native of Auburn, AL, Yohn lives in downtown Nashville.

Looby From Page 1A Senator Avon N. Williams Jr. Esquire, was an up and coming lawyer also interested in Civil Rights. He joined Looby’s practice in order to help defend African Americans who were participating in the movement.

Ben West, a young senator in Nashville’s fifth ward, pushed for a charter reform that allowed the local residents to choose their own councilmen.

In May, 1951, Looby was elected to the Nashville, Tennessee City Council, along with another lawyer, Robert Lillard, the first African Americans to be elected since 1911. In addition to being involved as a city councilman, Looby was also involved in his church. As a member of the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, he served as vestryman, senior warden, and lay reader. In turn, many African American ministers would recommend Looby’s services to members of the congregation with legal problems.

After the Supreme Court ruled in Brown v.

Board of Education in 1954, Looby filed a suit in Nashville on behalf of A.Z. Kelley whose son was

Wilkins From Page 1A

ELAM’s yearlong program develops the professional and personal skills required to lead and manage in today’s complex healthcare environment, with special attention to the unique challenges facing women in leadership positions. Over 700 senior women leaders have participated in the program and currently serve in leadership positions that range from department head through university president at over 180 academic health centers. Currently, 9 of the 23 women deans at U.S. medical schools and 8 of the 13 women deans at U.S. dental schools are ELAM alumnae.

Dr. Wilkins will attend three weeklong on-site ses-

Attorney Avon N. Williams Jr., left, goes over files with NAACP Attorney Z. Alexander Looby during a segregation hearing at the Federal Courthouse in Nashville.

not allowed admittance to a nearby white school.

Looby is credited with beginning the school desegregation movement in Nashville.

In 1960 Looby defended the students arrested in the Nashville sit-ins. As a result of his support of the students, his house was dynamited on April 19, 1960. The bombing was in retaliation for Atty. Looby’s legal representation in helping with the lunch counter sit ins in down town Nashville. On the same day four thousand (4,000) people marched in silent protest to the Davidson County Court House on Public Square to confront Mayor West regarding desegregation.

Looby’s home was

nearly destroyed and the power of the bomb broke 140 windows at nearby Meharry Medical College resulting in minor injuries to students. Neither Looby nor his wife, Grafta Mosby Looby, were harmed in the bombing. In response to the persistent efforts of the African-American Cultural Alliance, a Commemorative Plaque has been placed at the site of the 1960 home bombing of Z. Alexander Looby’s home in North Nashville.

Participants were African-American Cultural Alliance Leader Kwame Lillard, The Nashville Civil Rights Veterans Association and The Napier Looby Bar Association, who co-sponsored the Commemorative event.

sions and will work on assignments throughout the year, participating in the e-leadership online curriculum and communicating regularly with ELAM colleagues.

Drs. Wilkins and Malow join an accomplished group of prior ELAM fellows at Vanderbilt and Meharry including from Vanderbilt, Nancy J. Brown, M.D., Chair, Department of Medicine and Physician-inChief, Ellen Wright Clayton, M.D., J.D., Professor of Pediatrics and of Law, Katherine E. Hartmann, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Dean for Clinical and Translational Scientist Development, Mary M. Zutter, M.D., Ingram Professor of Cancer Research, Shari L. Barkin, M.D., M.S.H.S., Professor of Pediatrics, Suanne M.

Daves, M.D., Vice Chair, Pediatric Anesthesiology, and Ann Richmond, Ph.D., Vice Chair, Department of Cancer Biology and Tina V. Hartert, M.D., M.P.H., Assistant Vice Chancellor for Translational Science.

Prior ELAM fellows from Meharry Medical College include Cherae M. Farmer-Dixon, D.D.S., M.S.P.H., Dean, School of Dentistry, Maria F. Lima, Ph.D., Dean, School of Graduate Studies and Research, Marquetta L. Faulkner, M.D., Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education, Digna Saunders Forbes, M.D., Associate Dean for Medical Education, and Stephanie C. McClure, M.D., FACP, Executive Vice Dean for Student and Academic Affairs, School of Medicine.

12A The Tennessee Tribune 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 June 6, 2007, executed by TAMMY L. HARTMAN, conveying certain real property therein described to GREGG MURPHY, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded June 20, 2007, at Instrument Number 20070620-0073528; 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 June 19, 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. 139A ON THE PLAN OF ZONE LOT DIVISION LOT NOS. 138 THROUGH 140, HICKORY VIEW, SECTION TWO, OF RECORD IN BOOK 5800, PAGE 324, AMENDING PLAT BOOK 5200, PAGE 510, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION THEREOF. Parcel ID: 162-9/98.00 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 5520 EULALA, 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): TAMMY L. HARTMAN OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: The sale of the abovedescribed 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 #70062 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 2014-06-05 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 June 22, 2006, executed by SARAH TAVEPRUNGSENUKUL, conveying certain real property therein described to ROBERT M. WILSON, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded June 29, 2006, at Instrument Number 200606290077876; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-25CB, 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 June 12, 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. 30 ON THE PLAN OF JACKSON`S GROVE, PHASE THREE, OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 9700, PAGE 988, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAN REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION THEREOF. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO SARAH TAVEPRUNGSENUKUL BY DEED FROM JEFF C. ROBINETTE AND WIFE, MICHELLE C. ROBINETTE, OF RECORD IN INSTRUMENT NO. 20060629-0077875, REGISTER`S OFFICE, DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. Parcel ID: 086040C04200CO PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 1400 JACKSON PLACE, HERMITAGE, TN 37076. 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): SARAH TAVEPRUNGSENUKUL OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: JACKSON`S GROVE HOMEOWNER`S 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/propertylistings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #70110 2014-05-15 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 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 27, 2001, executed by NORMA C. DEAN, conveying certain real property therein described to ARNOLD M. WEISS, ATTORNEY, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded July 30, 2001, at Instrument Number 20010730-0080504; 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 June 19, 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 THE SOUTHERLY ONEHALF OF LOT 18 AND THE NORTHERLY ONE-HALF OF LOT NO. 19 ON THE MAP OF SHARPE & HORN`S 6TH ADDITION, AS OF RECORD IN BOOK 332, PAGE 118, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY. SAID PARTS OF LOTS NOS. 18 AND 19 FRONT TOGETHER 101 FEET ON THE EASTERLY SIDE OF RIVERSIDE DRIVE AND RUN BACK 298 FEET, MORE OR LESS, ON THE NORTHERLY LINE OF 317.25 FEET, MORE OR LESS, ON THE SOUTHERLY LINE, TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION, MEASURING 100 FEET THEREON. Parcel ID: 07215028400 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 1521 RIVERSIDE 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): NORMA C. DEAN 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 #70154 2014-05-15 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 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 May 17, 2011, executed by PAULINE GRISHAM, conveying certain real property therein described to ALAN E. SOUTH, ATTORNEY AT LAW, SOUTH & ASSOCIATES, PC, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded May 24, 2011, at Instrument Number 20110524-0039618; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to URBAN FINANCIAL OF AMERICA, LLC, FORMERLY KNOWN AS URBAN FINANCIAL GROUP, 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

THURSDAY, MAY 29 - JUNE 4, 2014

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 June 12, 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: THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF DAVIDSON, STATE OF TENNESSEE, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING LOT NO. 49, FAIRWAY VIEW, SECTION TWO, AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 2900, PAGE 100, IN THE REGISTER`S OFFICE, DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID PROPERTY. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO JAMES A. GRISHAM AND WIFE, PAULINE GRISHAM BY WARRANTY DEED FROM J.R. COARSEY AND W.E. BATEY, RECORDED ON THE 23RD DAY OF APRIL 1964, IN DEED BOOK 3709, PAGE 569, IN THE REGISTER`S OFFICE OF DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THE SAID JAMES A. GRISHAM HAVING PREDECEASED THE SAID PAULINE GRISHAM LEAVING PAULINE GRISHAM AS SOLE TENANT. PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 220 HURST DRIVE , OLD HICKORY , TN 37138. 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): PAULINE GRISHAM OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT 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 #70158 2014-05-15 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 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 December 31, 2003, executed by JAMES E. MOREHEAD AND JUDY M. MOREHEAD, conveying certain real property therein described to CTC REAL ESTATE SERVICES, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded January 12, 2004, at Instrument Number 20040112-0004407; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-2 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 June 12, 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. 50, M.N. YOUNG`S INGLEWOOD ANNEX, A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1, 2, 3, & 4 OF WILLIAMS 31 ACRE TRACT, OF RECORD IN BOOK 547, PAGE 197, REGISTER`S OFFICE, DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. Parcel ID: 06115025900 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 1406 Norvel Ave, Nashville, TN 37216. 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): JAMES E. MOREHEAD AND JUDY M. MOREHEAD OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: The sale of the abovedescribed 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 #70161 2014-05-15 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 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 March 7, 2008, executed by LURONDA GREEN, MICHAEL GREEN, conveying certain real property therein described to ROBERT L. SCRUGGS, ATTORNEY, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded March 11, 2008, at Instrument Number 20080311-0024458; 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 June 12, 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. 203, BUENA VISTA ESTATES, SECTION 5, AS OF RECORD IN BOOK 4460, PAGE 22, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. SAID LOT NO. 203 FRONTS 80.0 FEET ON THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF FARMVIEW DRIVE AND EXTENDS BACK BETWEEN LINES, MEASURING 179.6 FEET ON THE WESTERLY LINE AND 164.8 FEET ON THE EASTERLY LINE, TO A LINE IN THE REAR ON WHICH IT MEASURES 81.4 FEET THEREON. Parcel ID: 05905019800 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 4162 FARMVIEW DRIVE, 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): LURONDA GREEN, MICHAEL GREEN OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: American Express Bank, FSB, Ascend Federal Credit Union, CAVALRY SPV I, LLC, ASSIGNEE OF WASHINGTON MUTUAL, Ospylac Enterprises, 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 #70206 2014-05-15 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 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 30, 2007, executed by CAROL JENKINS AND SAUL JENKINS, conveying certain real property therein described as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded December 4, 2007, at Instrument Number 20071204-0140548 (see also the Scrivener`s Affidavit recorded at Instrument Number 20130730-0079296); 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 June 19, 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: TRACT 1: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING THE EASTERLY 115 FEET OF LOT NO. 170 ON THE MAP OF MAURY AND CLAIBORNE ADDITION TO NASHVILLE OF RECORD IN BOOK 21, PAGES 84 & 85, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY. SAID PART OF SAID LOT FRONTS 35 FEET ON THE WESTERLY SIDE OF MAURY STREET AND EXTENDS BACK BETWEEN PARALLEL LINES, ALONG THE SOUTHERLY MARGIN OF FAIN STREET, FORMERLY SPRING STREET 115 FEET TO A DEAD LINE. TRACT 2: LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING THE EASTERLY 115 FEET OF LOT 171 ON THE MAP OF MAURY AND CLAIBORNE ADDITION TO NASHVILLE OF RECORD IN BOOK 21, PAGES 84 & 85, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY. SAID PART OF SAID LOT FRONTS 35 FEET ON THE WESTERLY SIDE OF MAURY STREET AND EXTENDS BACK BETWEEN PARALLEL LINES 115 FEET TO A DEAD LINE. Parcel ID: 09316009700 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 76 Maury St, Nashville, TN 37210. 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): CAROL JENKINS AND SAUL JENKINS OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (TN), UNIFIRST CORPORATION, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, STONES RIVER ELECTRIC, INC., AAROW FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC ASSIGNEE OF “WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK”, METRO CODES DEPARTMENT - RODNEY CARTER (835), NASHBORO VILLAGE SITES 8, 9, AND 10 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. In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record in: Instrument Number 20130107-0001623. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). 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 #70253 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 2014-06-05 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 March 11, 2010, executed by CARMEN JOHNSON AND THADDEUS L. JOHNSON, JR., conveying certain real property therein described to MARC A. ROSSER, ESQ, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded March 26, 2010, at Instrument Number 20100326-0022689; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation 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 June 19, 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: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS COMMITMENT IS DESCRIBED AS ALL THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY SITUATED IN CITY OF NASHVILLE IN THE COUNTY OF DAVIDSON, AND STATE OF TENNESSEE AND BEING DESCRIBED IN A DEED DATED 03/01/2006 AND RECORDED 03/08/2006 AS INSTRUMENT NUMBER 20060308-0027116 AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF THE COUNTY AND STATE SET FORTH ABOVE, AND REFERENCED AS FOLLOWS: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE, SITUATED AND BEING IN THE COUNTY OF DAVIDSON, STATE OF TENNESSEE, AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEING LOT NO.2 ON THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 20, 21 AND PART OF 22 W.S. CRIDDLE`S SUBDIVISION OF LOT 1, LAWRENCE PROPERTY, AS OF RECORD IN BOOK 4060, PAGE 114, REGISTER`S OFFICE, FOR SAID COUNTY. SAID LOT NO.2 FRONTS 50 FEET ON THE SOUTHERLY SIDE OF BATE AVENUE. AND EXTENDS BACK BETWEEN PARALLEL LINES, 145 FEET TO AN ALLEY. Parcel ID: 1590902500 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 1103 BATE AVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37204. 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): CARMEN JOHNSON AND THADDEUS L. JOHNSON, 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/property-listings.php Tel: (877) 813-0992 Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #70311 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 2014-06-05 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE TENNESSEE, DAVIDSON COUNTY DEFAULT having been made in the terms, conditions and payments provided in certain Deed of Trust executed by Larry W. McIntyre to Jeanine B. Saylor, Trustee dated October 21, 2009 in the amount of $118,691.00, and recorded in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee in Instrument No. 20091028-0099584, (“Deed of Trust”); and, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust having been last transferred to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association by assignment; and, JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as the current holder of said Deed of Trust (the “Holder”), has appointed as Substitute Trustee the undersigned, , any of whom may act, by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; therefore, NOTICE is hereby given that the entire amount of said indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Holder, and the undersigned as Substitute Trustee, or a duly appointed attorney or agents by virtue of the power and authority vested by the Appointment of Substitute Trustee, will on Thursday, June 19, 2014 commencing at 12:00 PM at Bridgestone Arena; sell to the highest bidder for cash, immediately at the close of sale, the following property to-wit: Land in Davidson County, Tennessee, being Lot No. 78, on the Plan of Patricia Heights, Section, I, of record in Book 2331, Pages 130-131, Registers Office for said County, to which plan reference is hereby made for a more complete description. Being the same property conveyed to Larry W. McIntyre by Deed from Danny A. Torres Rivera, dated October 21, 2009 of record in Instrument No. 20091028-0099583, Registers Office for Davidson County, Tennessee. This conveyance is subject to all easements, restrictive covenants and conditions, and other matters of record, including all items set out on any applicable plat of record. Parcel Id No.: 10709008800 Map & Parcel No.: 10709008800 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 907 Rexdale Drive, Nashville, Tennessee 37217 CURRENT OWNER(S): Larry W. McIntyre SUBORDINATE LEINHOLDERS: N/A OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A 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, however, the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee.

The sale will be held subject to any unpaid taxes, assessments, rights-of-way, easements, protective covenants or restrictions, liens, and other superior matters of record which may affect said property; as well as any prior liens or encumbrances as well as priority created by a fixture filing; and/or any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor and 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. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Deed

of Trust. The notice requirements of T.C.A. §35-5-117 were satisfied prior to the first publication of the Notice of Substitute Trustee`s Sale. Substitute Trustee reserves the right 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. McCurdy & Candler TN, LLC 3525 Piedmont Road NE, Six Piedmont Center, Suite 700 Atlanta, GA 30305 (404) 373-1612 www. mccurdycandler.com File No. 14-01422 /VA Ad Run Dates: 5/15/2014, 5/22/2014, and 5/29/2014 THIS LAW FIRM IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR AND IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.Ad #70316 201405-15 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on June 12, 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 AMBER GARDNER, to MATT B. MURFREE, Trustee, on March 20, 2009, as Instrument No. 20090326-0027324 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 NO.1, RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 99 SECTION THREE LOCUSTWOOD, AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF RECORD IN INSTRUMENT 20000417-0038191, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAN REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF SAID LOT. Tax ID: 14813020100 Current Owner(s) of Property: AMBER GARDNER The street address of the above described property is believed to be 4920 PACKARD DRIVE, 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: JUNIOR LIEN IN FAVOR OF THE HOUSING FUND, INC AND BRADLEY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 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. 13-003731670 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 #70317 201405-15 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on June 12, 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 RHONDA ARING AND JOHN CHARLES ARING, to WESLEY D. TURNER, Trustee, on June 29, 2006, as Instrument No. 200607070081786 in the real property records of Davidson County Register’s Office, Tennessee. Owner of Debt: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-M2 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 OF PARCEL OF LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, STATE OF TENNESSEE, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A CERTAIN CONDOMINIUM APARTMENT IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, UNIT NO. 3, LOT NO. 70, IN A HORIZONTAL PROPERTY REGIME, AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM SITE PLAN, SECTION 2, PHASE III, QUAIL VALLEY, AS OF RECORD IN BOOK 5200, PAGE 417, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR SAID COUNTY. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO RHONDA ARING, IN FEE SIMPLE ABSOLUTE, BY QUITCLAIM DEED FROM DEANNA DAVIS, AS A SURVIVING HEIR OF MARY ANN MANNING, DATED 2/11/06 AND FILED FOR RECORD 2/22/06 IN INSTRUMENT 20060222-0020487, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. ALSO BEING CONVEYED TO RHONDA ARING, BY QUITCLAIM DEED FROM DAVID N. MANNING, AS A SURVIVING HEIR OF MARY ANN MANNING, DATED 2/21/06 AND FILED FOR RECORD 2/22/06 IN INSTRUMENT 20060222-0020486, SAID REGISTER`S OFFICE. THIS BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO MARY ANN MANNING BY DEED OF RECORD IN ORBV 6524, PAGE 248, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. MARY ANN MANNING HAVING SINCE DIED INTESTATE ON JANUARY 7, 2006 AND THE SOLE SURVIVORS OF HER ESTATE BEING DAVID N. MANNING, (SON) AND DEANNA DAVIS, (DAUGHTER) AND RHONDA ARING, (DAUGHTER). THIS CONVEYANCE IS MADE SUBJECT TO ALL PROVISIONS AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE TENNESSEE HORIZONTAL PROPERTY ACT AS SET OUT IN SEC. 64-2701 ET. SEQ. OF THE TENNESSEE CODE ANNOTATED, AND THE BY-LAWS FOR THE ADMINISTRATION THEREOF; ALL RESTRICTIONS, EASEMENTS, ETC., RIGHTS AND INTERESTS IN FAVOR OR OTHER UNIT OWNERS; OPTIONS, BURDENS, ASSESSMENTS AND UNDERTAKINGS, ETC. CONTAINED IN THE MASTER DEED OF RECORD IN BOOK 5884, PAGE 534, REGISTER`S OFFICE. Tax ID: 108080C00300CO Current Owner(s) of Property: RHONDA ARING AND JOHN CHARLES ARING The street address of the above described property is believed to be 1213 QUAIL ROAD, NASHVILLE, TN 37214, 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: MIDLAND FUNDING LLC AND BENEFICIAL TENNESSEE INC. AND QUAIL VALLEY CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION 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. 14-000711670 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 #70322 201405-15 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on June 12, 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 JONATHAN T DAVIS, to Arnold M. Weiss, Trustee, on November 30, 2001, as Instrument No. 20011212-0136960 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 Renaissance Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2002-1 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 No. 374 on the plan of Hillbrook, Section 6, as of record in Book 4175, Page 7, Register`s Office for Davidson County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more complete and accurate legal description thereof. Being the same property conveyed to Jonathan T. Davis on 10-16-95, by deed from 101 Construction Company, filed for record

on 10-18-95, in Book 9831, page 95, Register`s Office for Davidson County, Tennessee. Tax ID: 13413021100 Current Owner(s) of Property: JONATHAN T DAVIS The street address of the above described property is believed to be 249 Largo Drive, 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: JUDGMENT IN FAVOR OF CACH, 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 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. 13-004684670 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 #70340 201405-15 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 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 December 29, 1998, executed by MARCIA S. WILLIAMSON, conveying certain real property therein described to JOHN LOWE, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded January 14, 1999, in Deed Book 11298, Page 184; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to The Bank Of New York Mellon, f/k/a The Bank of New York, As Trustee For The Holders of The EQCC Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2001-1F 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 June 19, 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: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE COUNTY OF DAVIDSON, STATE OF TENNESSEE, TO WIT: BEING LOT NO.6 ON THE PLAN OF JEAN`S ESTATES SUBDIVISION, OF RECORD IN BOOK 3600, PAGE 144, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. SAID LOT NO.6 FRONTS 31.53 FEET ALONG A CURVE LINE ON THIS WESTERLY SIDE OF JEAN`S COURT AND RUNS BACK 111.1 FEET ON THE SOUTHERLY LINE AND 172.6 FEET ON THE NORTHERLY LINE TO A DEAD LINE ON WHICH IT MEASURES 130.66 FEET. SAID CONVEYANCE IS MADE SUBJECT TO ALL COVENANTS, EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS, CONDITIONS AND RIGHTS APPEARING OF RECORD AGAINST THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ALSO SUBJECT TO ANY STATE OF FACTS WHICH AN ACCURATE SURVEY OF SAID PROPERTY WOULD SHOW. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO JOE F. POLK AND DORIS S. POLK FROM SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT HEREIN BY DEED DATED 2/27N4 AND RECORDED 3/14N4 IN DEED BOOK 4796 AT PAGE 303. Parcel ID: 72-14/401.00 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 1701 JEANS CT, NASHVILLE, TN 37216.

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): MARCIA S. WILLIAMSON OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: General Credit Company 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 #70345 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 2014-06-05 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 27, 2008, executed by CARYL LEONARD ABBOTT AND KEVIN W. ABBOTT, SR., conveying certain real property therein described to CITY ESCROW, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded February 25, 2014, at Instrument Number 20140225-0015992 (Order Granting Default Judgment with Trust Deed attached as Exhibit “A”); 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 June 19, 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: A CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND IN DAVIDSON COUNTY, STATE OF TENNESSEE, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS TO-WIT: BEING LOT NO.1 ON THE PLAN OF EASTERLING ESTATES, OF RECORD IN BOOK 6200, PAGE 442, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAN REFERENCE IS HERE MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE AND ACCURATE DESCRIPTION. Parcel ID: 07108001200 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 326 QUEEN AVENUE, NASHVILLE, TN 37207. 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): CARYL LEONARD ABBOTT, KEVIN W. ABBOTT, SR. 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 setback 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 #70364 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 2014-06-05 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, 2005, executed by BETTY BABB, conveying certain real property therein described to COLIN, INC., as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded February 24, 2005, at Instrument Number 20050224-0020100 and re-recorded May 27, 2005 at Instrument Number 20050527-0060020; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE SASCO 200516 TRUST FUND 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 June 19, 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, TN, BEING LOT NO. 205 ON THE PLAN OF PARKWOOD ESTATES, SECTION ONE, OF RECORD IN PLAN BOOK 2900, PAGES 119 AND 120, SAID REGISTER`S OFFICE. SAID LOT NO. 205 FRONTS 70.0 FEET ON THE SOUTHEASTERLY MARGIN OF VAILVIEW DRIVE AND EXTENDS BACK 135.00 FEET ON THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE AND 136.3 FEET ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE TO A BROKEN LINE IN THE REAR, MEASURING 116.65 FEET THEREON. Parcel ID: 06002020400 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 3102 VAILVIEW DR, NASHVILLE, TN 37207. 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): BETTY BABB OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWHEQ INC., CWHEQ REVOLVING HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-G The sale of the abovedescribed 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 #70373 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 2014-06-05 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 March 15, 2010, executed by BRANDY SIMMONS AND DANIEL GILL, conveying certain real property therein described to SCOTT K. HAYNES, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded March 18, 2010, at Instrument Number 20100318-0020345; 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 June 19, 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. 23-A, ZONE LOT DIVISION, LOT 23, ON THE PLAN OF LAKE COUNTRY, AS OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 5200, PAGE 493, AND AS AMENDED IN PLAT BOOK 5800, PAGE 320, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH SAID PLAN REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE AND ACCURATE LEGAL DESCRIPTION THEREOF. Parcel ID: 05416003200 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 4653 WOODVIEW CIRCLE, OLD HICKORY, TN 37138. 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): BRANDY SIMMONS AND DANIEL GILL 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 #70385 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 2014-06-05 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on June 19, 2014 on or about 10:00AM local time, at the Auction.com Room, Schermerhorn Symphony Center, One Symphony Place, Nashville, Tennessee 37201, conducted by the Substitute Trustee as identified and set forth herein below, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by YOMARY D. RIVERA, to Fidelity National Title, Trustee, on September 18, 2009, as Instrument No. 200910080093796 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: Land in Davidson County, Tennessee being lot no. 157 on the final plat of Old Hickory Hills, phase two, section two, as shown by plat appearing of record in instrument no. 20040122-0008453, register`s office for Davidson County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for more complete details of said lot. Tax ID: 182-0-A-16-00 CO Current Owner(s) of Property: YOMARY D. RIVERA The street address of the above described property is believed to be 8005 Maggie Ct., Antioch, TN 37013, 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: None 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 m w m w D T w S T US D m T RS S T D m R S T D m W D m P m N m S w m m USC TC A T w m T m m P T P M M M MWZM F N ASON S MANGRUM P SE ERS OR ANE ONG S T P m B S M W B w TN PHONE EMA @mw m w mA

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THURSDAY, MAY 29 - JUNE 4, 2014 scription 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: None 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. 13-005184-670 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 #70489 2014-05-22 2014-05-29 2014-06-05 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 4, 2007, executed by ELLIOTT T. KERSHAW, POLLY SPANN-KERSHAW, conveying certain real property therein described to FEARNLEY & CALIFF, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Davidson County, Tennessee recorded September 13, 2007, at Instrument Number 20070913-0109805; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to US Bank National Association as Legal Title Trustee for Truman 2013 SC3 Title Trust 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 June 26, 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 UNIT NO. F-125 ON THE PLAN OF JEFFERSON SQUARE, SECTION ONE, A CONDOMINIUM AS OF RECORD IN PLAN BOOK 4675, PAGE 12, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAN REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION THEREOF. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO POLLY SPANN-KERSHAW AND HUSBAND, ELLIOTT T. KERSHAW, BY WARRANTY DEED DATED 29TH DAY OF AUGUST, 1997, OF RECORD AT BOOK 10588, PAGE 649 IN SAID REGISTER`S OFFICE TENNESSEE. Parcel ID: 1315A12500CO PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 125 JEFFERSON SQUARE #125, NASHVILLE, TN 37215. 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): POLLY SPANN-KERSHAW OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (TN), JEFFERSON SQUARE SECTION I ELLIOTT T. KERSHAW 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. In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record in: Instrument Number 20111118-0090297. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). 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 #70521 2014-0529 2014-06-05 2014-06-12 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on July 10, 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 MASRESHA EJIGU, to ADVANTAGE TITLE & ESCROW, Trustee, on May 3, 2006, as Instrument No. 20060517-0057875 in the real property records of Davidson County Register’s Office, Tennessee.

Owner of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE UNDER POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2006 SECURITIZED ASSET BACKED RECEIVABLES LLC TRUST 2006-HE2 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-HE2 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 NO. 13 ON THE PLAN OF PHASE I, RICE HILL OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 6250, AT PAGE 858, REGISTER`S OFFICE FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO MASRESHA EJIGU BY DEED RECORDED AS INSTRUMENT #200605170057874. Tax ID: 14911A13 Current Owner(s) of Property: MASRESHA EJIGU The street address of the above described property is believed to be 5212 Rice Road, Antioch, TN 37013, 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: NEW CENTURY MORTGAGE CORPORATION 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. 13-004497-670 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 #70727 2014-05-29 2014-06-05 2014-06-12

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CLASSIFIEDS NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS OF CITY OF HENDERSONVILLE, TN, CONSTRUCTION BIDS TO BE RECEIVED ON JUNE 27, 2014 Sealed Bids will be received by the City

of Hendersonville, TN, at their offices in City of Hendersonville Public Works, Conference Room 3, 101 Maple Drive North, Hendersonville, Tennessee 37075, until 10:00 A.M., on June 27, 2014 and opened publicly at City of Hendersonville Public Works, Conference Room 3, 101 Maple Drive North, Hendersonville, Tennessee 37075. The reading of the bids will begin at 10:00 A.M. State Route 258 (New Shackle Island Road) Project, Federal Project No. STP-M-258(11), State Project No. 83LPLM-F3-030, PIN 108885.02, located in Hendersonville, Sumner County, TN. The project includes grading, drainage, paving and traffic signals on S.R. 258, From Iris Drive and continues along existing State Route 258 (New Shackle Island Road) to ramps of State Route 386 (Vietnam Veterans Boulevard) in Hendersonville.

Project Length: 0.719 mile. Project to be completed on or before September 30, 2015 PROPOSAL CONTRACTS WILL BE ISSUED UNTIL THE TIME SET FOR OPENING BIDS A Prime Contractor must prequalify with the Department of Transportation in accordance with Section 54-5-117 of the “Tennessee Code Annotated” and Tennessee Department of Transportation Rule 1680-5-3 prequalification of contractors before biddable proposals will be furnished.

The City of Hendersonville, TN hereby notifies all bidders that a 9.5% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal has been set for this project and must be met or exceeded.

All DBE firms must be TNUCP certified and a listing of these firms can be found on TDOT’s Small Business Development website and pre-qualified by the TDOT Construction Division as stated in the Local Government Guidelines Manual.

The City of Hendersonville, TN hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex or disability in consideration for an award.

The City of Hendersonville, TN is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer, drugfree with policies of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or military service.

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AMY CHRISTIN JOHNSON Vs STEVE DEWEY JOHNSON Non-Resident Notice 3RD Circuit Docket No. 13D2851 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 STEVE DEWEY JOHNSON. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after June 5, 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 July 7, 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 By: C. Haefner Deputy Clerk Date May 7, 2014 ROBERT J. TURNER J. RYAN JOHNSON Attorney for Plaintiff Publish May 15, 22, 29 June 5, 2014 EMILY MARIE WIX Vs JAMES HOWARD WIX, JR. Non-Resident Notice 4TH Circuit Docket No. 14D745 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 JAMES HOWARD WIX, JR. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after June 19, 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 July 21, 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 May 21, 2014 ANTHONY BURNS Attorney for Plaintiff Publish May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 2014 FLORENCE ADEWOLE Vs JOSHUA ADEWOLE Non-Resident Notice 3RD Circuit Docket No. 14D1225 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 JOSHUA ADEWOLE. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after June 5, 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 July 7, 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 May 7, 2014 CYNTHIA GREENECAMPBELL Attorney for Plaintiff Publish May 15, 22, 29 June 5, 2014 MARICRUZ HERRERA Vs BALDOMERO MORALES Non-Resident Notice 4TH Circuit Docket No. 14D1228 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 BALDOMERO MORALES. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after June 5, 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 July 7, 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 May 7, 2014 LEON SHARBER Attorney for Plaintiff Publish May 15, 22, 29 June 5, 2014 VICTORIAN ANN BUFORD vs TONY WILKES Non-Resident Notice 3RD Circuit Docket No. 14D647 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 TONY WILKES. It is ordered that said Defendant enter her appearance herein with thirty (30) days after June 12, 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,

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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 May 14, 2014 LAURA TEK Attorney for Plaintiff Publish May 22, 29, June 5,12, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENNESSEE AT MURFREESBORO William N. Fleming, Sandra Fleming Parents on behalf of the Minor Child Andrea Stephanie Valdez vs EXPARTE Docket no: 68008 ORDER OF PUBLICATION It appearing from the bill in this cause, which is sworn to that the residence and current address of the above listed defendant SERGIO VALDEZ JIMENEZ, is unknown and cannot be served with process. It is ordered that publication be made for four consecutive weeks in The Tennessee Tribune, a newspaper published in Davidson County, Tennessee requiring the said defendant, SERGIO VALDEZ JIMENEZ to appear before the clerk of said Court on or before thirty days after the last publication hereof and make defense to the bill filed in the above cause, which Name Change or otherwise said bill be taken for confessed and cause proceeded with exparte.

This the 1ST day of May, 2014.

LAURA BOHLING Circuit Court Clerk BY: Linda Stem DEPUTY CLERK SOLICITOR FOR COMPLAINT: Leon Sharber Publish May 8, 15, 22, 29, 2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 14P761 ESTATE OF ELIZABETH S. MILLER, DECEASED. Notice is hereby given that on the 22nd day of May, 2014, Letters of Authority in respect to the estate of ELIZABETH S. MILLER, who died December 31, 2013 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 27th day of May, 2014. Suzanne A. Miller, 1008 Wildwood Street, White House, TN 37188, Personal Representative. Nimmo, Niles Stephen, 115 Menees Lane, Madison, TN 37115. Richard R. Rooker, Probate Court Clerk, One Public Square, Room 303 Nashville, TN. 37201.

Publish Dates: May 29, 2014 and June 5, 2014.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS 14P795 ESTATE OF ARA DELL DRIVER, DECEASED. Notice is hereby given that on the 22nd day of May, 2014, Letters of Authority in respect to the estate of ARA DELL DRIVER, who died March 7, 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 unmatured, 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 27th day of May, 2014. Regions Bank, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 900, Nashville, TN 37219, Personal Representative. Baucom, Deborah K., 750 Old Hickory Blvd., Suite 150, Brentwood, TN 37027. Richard R. Rooker, Probate Court Clerk, One Public Square, Room 303 Nashville, TN. 37201. Publish Dates: May 29, 2014 and June 5, 2014.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS 14P662 ESTATE OF WINDALL L. TAYLOR, DECEASED. Notice is hereby given that on the 20th day of May, 2014, Letters of Authority in respect to the estate of WINDALL L. TAYLOR, who died March 11, 2014 were issued to the undersigned by the Seventh Circuit (Probate) Court of Davidson County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and nonresident, having claims, matured, or unmatured, 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 27th day of May, 2014. Marjorie Talton, 313 Melissa Drive, Goodlettsville, TN 37072, Personal Representative. Zanger, Joseph T., 135 Clif Garrett Drive, White House, TN 37188.

Richard R. Rooker, Probate Court Clerk, One Public Square, Room 303 Nashville, TN. 37201. Publish Dates: May 29, 2014 and June 5, 2014.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS 14P768 ESTATE OF RANDY HOUSTON PEWITT, DECEASED. Notice is hereby given that on the 22nd day of May, 2014, Letters of Authority in respect to the estate of RANDY HOUSTON PEWITT, who died December 28, 2013 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 27th day of May, 2014. Barbara Pewitt, 910 Drummond Drive, Nashville, TN 37211, Personal Representative. Heller, David, 2122 21st Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37212.

Richard R. Rooker, Probate Court Clerk, One Public Square, Room 303 Nashville, TN. 37201. Publish Dates: May 29, 2014 and June 5, 2014.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS 14P697 ESTATE OF ANNA MAI DONNELLY, DECEASED. Notice is hereby given that on the 23rd day of May, 2014, Letters of Authority in respect to the estate of ANNA MAI DONNELLY, who died March 29, 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 unmatured, 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 27th day of May, 2014. David M. Donnelly, 302 East Church Carruth Lane, Lewisville, TX 75077, Personal Representative. Kennedy Jr., David, 3052 Lebanon Road, Nashville, TN 37214. Richard R. Rooker, Probate Court Clerk, One Public Square, Room 303 Nashville, TN. 37201. Publish Dates: May 29, 2014 and June 5, 2014.

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THURSDAY, MAY 29 - JUNE 4, 2014

Zaxby’s Spirit Night Motivates Youth Proceeds Benefit The National Hook-Up of Black Women’s Reaching for the Stars Teen Summit ANTIOCH, TN, — The National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. Nashville Chapter will host a Zaxby’s Spirit Night on Tuesday, June 3rd, 2014. Spirit night will be held at Zaxby’s located at 915 Bell Road, Antioch, TN 37013, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Please visit www.NHBWNashville. com to download a voucher. 15% of all ticket sales from the collected vouchers will benefit the National Hook-Up of

Black Women, Inc. Nashville Chapter’s Reaching for the Stars Teen Summit.

Our Teen Leadership Development Initiative will offer a unique opportunity for local teens (ages 12-18) to learn techniques for handling anger and frustration, strategies for increased self-esteem, eliminating toxic relationships, nutrition & fitness, preparing for college or a career and financial literacy, and other important issues.

The Reaching for the Stars Teen Summit will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the Omni Hotel in Downtown Nashville.

According to Teen Summit Co-Chair, Nikki Murry, “We must empower our teens. This fundraiser will enable us to equip teens with the knowledge they need to be successful! It takes a village!

Let’s show our teens that we care. Join us for Spirit Night!”

Established in 1978, The National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. Nashville Chapter is a nonprofit (501c3) organization that strives to improve the quality of life for women and their families.

Our goals and objectives are to be strong advocates for women and families by providing programs in the areas of the arts, culture, health wellness, education, and human service programs.

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THURSDAY, MAY 29 - JUNE 4, 2014

The Poet Speaks

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Poems From First and Only Poetry Memorial to Miltitary to free the day.

Sunlight, like the sparkle of spinning prisms, dances miles of battle gear flying flags of many nations.

Soldiers of distant lands gather beneath the dawn like family, break bread together to the sound of many tongue...

Cheerio! Que tal? Bonjour, mon ami!

Guten morgen, mein freund!

A-Salaam Aleikum! ... a morning reveille.

Coalition partners meet the challenge of each day, tho’ peril lurks between clipboard pages posting orders to go or stay.

Patriots blast dreaded Scuds; sorties stalk Saddam’s war toys.

Infantry tiptoe the tightrope of land mines beneath the desert floor, whisper a prayer with each mission accomplished, salute the joy of each friend’s return.

Yet partners know the haunting of one secret fear; human error and friendly fire will claim the life of someone dear…

Noon, in the desert, brings a mirage…the Phoenix rising from the sand, the glory, that once was Kuwait, returned to this burning land.

Night, in the desert, coaxes dreams of peace for Iraq, Kuwait, Israel and Palestine; no more suffering, death, and bloodshed, but toasts to brotherhood in water and wine.

Twenty-eight nations build a new world order where Babel saw the scattering of their seed, the voice of a new Bush burning with hope, a call to set the captive free...

So in the eclipse of the moment, as day slips silently into night, the Phoenix metamorphoses and the dove takes flight.

l-r, In 1991, Dr. Harriette Bias-Insignares presents 2000 copies of the First and Only Military Poetry Memorial to the Commanding General of the 101st Airborne for distribution to the Troops.

Gen. Newcomb, of the Tennessee National Guard, presented Dr. Bias-Insignares with the certificate that made her an Honorary Colonel in the Tennessee Militia.

©Harriette Bias-Insignares 1991

Dr. Harriette Bias Insignares Lucius Outlaw Photography

Dr. Harriette Bias-Insignares Poet Laureate Although, for many Americans, Memorial Day weekend conjures up thoughts of hitting the road for a long weekend vacation or a time to celebrate with backyard grilling and family gatherings, let us not forget the real meaning of Memorial Day, a time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom and this nation.

Before downing those frosty brews and polishing off those super-sized hot dogs, burgers, and steaks, take a few minutes to say a prayer and call the names of family, friends, and neighbors who displayed great courage on the battlefield yet endured years of disappointment at home when the nation did not live up to its promises to them for prompt medical care, adequate housing, ready employment, and much more.

During this time of growing controversy surrounding the U. S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs, as a result of neglect by VA hospitals creating long waiting periods for treatment, even to the point of dying while waiting for treatment, we all need to redouble our efforts (1) to show appreciation to our veterans and (2) to vote for legislators on the local and federal levels who will provide the funds, personnel, and services necessary to meet the needs of both our veterans and their families because their families make lifelong sacrifices also. We owe them all.

It is my pleasure to dedicate this week’s column of The Poet Speaks to the memory of our fallen heroes.

The following poems are selections from the first and only Poetry Memorial dedicated to our military to make sure that our Gulf War soldiers would not be overlooked like we did our Vietnam military when we should have been welcoming them home and celebrating their valor. These poems were presented on behalf of the state of Tennessee to (1) Gen. Colin Powell and the Joint Chiefs of Staff; (2) the 101st Airborne; (3) the Tennessee National Guard; (4) U. S. Army - Fort Knox, Kentucky; (5) XVIII Airborne Corps – Fort Bragg, North Carolina; (6) U. S. Air Force, North America Aerospace Command; (7) Adjutant General’s Office – Military Department of Tennessee; (8) the United Nations; (9) George Air Force Base, Victorville, CA; (10) President George Bush; (11) French President Francios Mitterand; (12) British Prime Minister John Major; (13) Queen Elizabeth; and many other countries and heads of state among the Allied Forces. It is a keepsake that all Americans should have in their households. These poems are in armories around the state of Tennessee, the Pentagon, and the British Library. The title of the chapbook is A SALUTE TO THE HEROES OF DESERT STORM and the following are two poems from that Memorial: “No Unknown Soldiers” and “Day of the Phoenix.”

NO UNKNOWN SOLDIERS There is one grave that stands alone, marked by pomp and ceremony of special visits by heads of state.

They lay great, garlanded, laurel wreaths there, so heavy with floral extravagance that soldiers must march four abreast to bear them reverently and with due respect.

And I have often wondered if someone is really buried there, since the act of naming is creative as all wise tongues confess.

But Desert Storm Generals vowed no nameless faces this time – no more Vietnam.

No soldier merely name, rank, and serial number but flesh and blood broken for Old Glory.

Yet dogtags dangling limp chains are a grim gift when death signals the end of the line.

Just a small reminder: no unknown soldiers this time. ©Harriette Bias-Insignares 1991 Day of the Phoenix Dawn, in the desert, creeps cat-like across the horizon...chasing the darkness

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THURSDAY, MAY 29 - JUNE 4, 2014

Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebrate New Board Members NASHVILLE, TN — A reception was held recently at Price CPAs in Green Hills welcoming six new members to the Board of Directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee. Attendees enjoyed refreshments while viewing photos of current “matches” in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program (a match is the mentoring organization’s term for a child mentee and their corresponding volunteer mentor) as well as a discussion about the agency’s strategic mission lead

by Jody Lentz.

Big Brothers Big Sisters provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-toone relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. The organization

holds itself accountable for children in its program to achieve measurable outcomes, including educational success; avoidance of risky behaviors; and higher aspirations, greater confidence and better relationships. Partnering with parents, guardians, schools, corporations and others, Big Brothers Big Sisters carefully pairs children with screened volunteer mentors, and then monitors and supports these one-to-one mentoring matches in building safe, enduring relationships.

To learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters, visit mentorakid.org or call (615) 329-9191. The primary offices are located at 1704 Charlotte Avenue, Suite 130 in Nashville.

Becky Sharpe Jody Lentz Carlyle Carroll

Doug Halleen and Sara Jo Houghland

Stan Snipes and Terrence Graves

Benson Sloan and Thomas McDaniel

Karen Ahern and Chris Steigerwald

Steve Martin and Mike Arthur

THURSDAY, MAY 29 - JUNE 4, 2014

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WHAT’S

Local Pastor’s New Book Asks:

Happening

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Beginning May 30

Chess players of any level will meet every Friday from 4:00 p.m. until ? beginning May 30 at Books-A-Million, 125 South Hampton Drive, Clarksville, (in front of Kohl’s) for fun, fellowship, and mental challenge. For additional information contact Joe at chess.clarksville@ yahoo.com

June 9

OPEN SINGING AUDITIONS NASHVILLE! Calling all Ministry minded vocalists. The Soul Choir will be holding open auditions at 10 am at St. Paul Community Church – 5035 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville.

Soul Choir is a high-energy, elite vocal group of 12 professional-level singers who specialize in gospel, soul, and R&B music. We are looking for strong, experienced male and female vocalists who are dedicated to EXCELLENCE in their craft and who have hearts for ministry.

Touring experience is a plus. Since its debut at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in October 2007, Soul Choir has shared the bill with, or sung behind artists like: Allison Krauss, Wynonna, Ricky Skaggs, Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Jordan Pruitt, CeCe Winans, Bill Gaither, Jordin Sparks, Melinda Doolittle, and many more. Interested in auditioning?

Call 951/206.3321 or email auditions@ soulchoir.com Walk-ons are accepted.

Please visit www.soulchoir.com for audition criteria and to download an application. BRING THE APPLICATION TO THE AUDITION or arrive 20 minutes early to fill one out on site. Registration begins at 9:30am, with orientation promptly at 10am. Good luck!

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It’s the return of the Les Gemmes Last Summer Fling event! Stay tuned to this section for more details

September 26 - 27

The Les Gemmes National Board Meeting will take place at the Nashville Marriott Hotel Airport Location

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What Does it Mean to Have a “Blessed” Life?’

our life. When that happens we can learn to count the joy in all things that NASHVILLE, TN — What does happen in our lives. And that’s very it mean to be “blessed” by God? Is hard to do because often times we only it having a fancy car, a big mansion, think we’re blessed when everything a private jet or other pricey trinkets? is going great. But we can rise above Many people claim to be blessed by all circumstances when we know who God, but what does it truly mean to we really are in Christ. And that’s the be blessed? Is it based on your actions, main area that so many Christians are or does it depend on your lifestyle? missing it, by not being aware of who Lifelong minister Clinton M. Lewis we are in Christ. ” explores the idea of being blessed in his new book, “Living the Blessed Life: What Does It Really Mean to be Blessed by God?” (ISBN 0615693423).

In “Living the Blessed Life,” Lewis analyzes the recent renewed focus on prosperity ministries and theology.

It’s the idea that if a person gives God enough money, coupled with genuine religious belief and behavior, it will result in material riches and affluence.

Therefore, Lewis believes, many individuals are holding the belief that financial prosperity, personal and professional successes are a sign of God’s favor. “I wrote this book during the initial stages of when the country was recovering from the recession,” shares Pastor Lewis. “Within the Christian Pastor/author Rev. Clinton M. Lewis community this whole prosperity theology has taken an increased awareness among some people. In my opinWithin the last 20 years the soion, it’s a little bit off focus. So I felt a called “prosperity gospel” of name need to take a fresh look at scripture, it and claim it, blab it and grab it, or both from the Christian and from the Jewish perspective on what the Bible give to God in order to get, Christian really does say about prosperity. I just catch phrases and their accompanying think the wrong emphasis has been ministries have flourished in America. placed on prosperity. Living pros- Within recent years the American perous is not just not about finances. style of Christian prosperity teachings So the purpose of the book is to get have now heavily infiltrated Africa as Christians re-focused on exactly what well. Unfortunately, so many Christhe Bible really means about living a tians have been misguided by several of these types of ministries and full prosperous life.”

This is Pastor Lewis’ first book. churches. “One of the first things I tell He uses a heavy and sensible dose of my congregation is that you don’t give scriptures from the Sermon on the in order to receive, says Rev. Lewis.

Mount and the Gospel of Matthew, “We give because we’ve already been among others, the pastor aims to show blessed by God. But there are some readers how to prepare for re-ordering scriptures about prosperity, such as their priorities. He believes that in or- Malachi 3:10, which states how God der for someone to live a blessed life, will open up the windows of heaven their prosperity will be more spiritual and pour out a blessing…But we ofthan physical. So exactly what is the ten limit the blessings of God in one definition of a “blessed” life? Pastor aspect. It’s not just material blessings.

Lewis explains: “A blessed life is when There all kinds. But for the purpose of we can come to the point where we can my book, we must refocus on not limtruly realize what God’s purpose is for iting God to bless us with homes, cars

By Janice Malone

and material things. But focus on how God is blessing us with other areas of life. It’s when we focus on material blessings only, that’s when we miss what a blessed life is all about. And that’s often when many people become disappointed with Christianity…

This is why Jesus said that we are to, ‘Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness…’ living a prosperous blessed life is about keeping our focus on Christ and his kingdom.”

Rev. Lewis hopes “Living the Blessed Life” will help point those looking to further their spiritual growth and to know the truth about God’s blessings in the right direction.

He believes that with more attention being placed on the material than ever before, readers will begin to realize and question what really matters after finishing his thought-provoking, religious guide. The pastor turned author has plans to release at least two more books within the next year. He says that he hopes his current book will cause the reader to take a re-evaluation of themselves and their priorities. He adds, “Christians need to ask themselves, are they looking at just the material things in their lives only?

Or can they still have peace and joy, in spite of what they don’t have? We have to put first things first and that’s the kingdom of God.” “Living the Blessed Life: What Does It Really Mean to Be Blessed by God?” is available for sale online at Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble. com About the Author: Clinton M. Lewis has been involved in the ministry for 20 years. He’s been the pastor at Mount Hopewell Baptist Church for the last 12 years. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Middle Tennessee State University and his master’s in religious studies from Lipscomb University, and he is currently working toward his doctorate of ministry at Ashland Theological Seminary in Ohio.

He worked in the banking industry for nearly 20 years. Among his many accolades includes: first vice moderator for the Nashville City Missionary Baptist District Association. He also serves on the Evangelical Board of the National Baptist Convention of America, Inc.

Is ‘The Voice’s’ Sisaundra Lewis Nashville-Bound?

By Janice Malone

The woman with a stunning voice who gave up on a flourishing music career to be a stay-at-home mother raising three children became a front-runner on The Voice.

(The Daily Mail UK London) She might be from another galaxy, but Team Blake’s Sisaundra Lewis proved she’s got the “sick, sick, sick” talent to earn her an extended stay. (People Magazine.com) “Sisaundra, I am 80 percent sure you are not from planet Earth,” says The Voice coach Adam Levine during an interview.

These are just some of the countless quotes and comments made by national and international media about the out of this world singing talents of NBC’s The Voice contestant Sisaundra Lewis, who was a team member of Nashville’s own Blake Shelton. Ms. Lewis has the octave, range, and soulful depth of the likes of Aretha Franklin and Patti Labelle. Sisaundra’s rendition of Aretha Franklin’s classic “Ain’t No Way” during her blind audition left audiences and the judges speechless.

She decided to select country music superstar Blake Shelton as her coach. Even with that type of phenomenal talent, media predictions that she was a frontrunner to win season 6 of the highly rated hit talent show, and having once been the vo-

cal coach for superstar for you on a constant baCeline Dion, the Florida sis. Along the way, I also native did not make it as kept hearing that I was a top 5 finalist. one of the front runners to But Sisaundra’s video win the show. It was very performances from the shocking to be eliminated show have all received six but as an artist you just figure downloads on You put your best foot forward Tube. The stellar duet to be given this amazing of James Brown’s “It’s A platform called The Voice Man’s Man’s World” with to help further a singing fellow contestant Biff career.”

Gore has received over TRIBUNE: Any 1.2 million views on You chance that you will Tube. There is no doubt work with Blake Shelton that major stardom is in again? SISAUNDRA: “I Sisaundra Lewis the immediate future for haven’t had a chance to this amazingly talented really talk with Blake mom of three. Here, she reflects about her since I was eliminated from the show. But plans and her reflections about being one I do look forward to hopefully continuing of The Voice’s most memorable contes- a working relationship with Blake on some tants. type of music project in the future. HavTRIBUNE: What do you think hap- ing Blake as my coach was just the perfect pened as to why you didn’t make it to the choice for me. It was such an honor to be finals? SISAUNDRA: “I’m still trying to re- mentored by him. He gave me so much flect on things and figure it out myself. But valuable advice about singing and performI do think social media played a big role in ing that I will carry with me throughout my the outcome. The Voice is a social media career. So I don’t think it’s over with the posdriven show. Some of the contestants had sibility of us working together on some kind a larger fan base than others so as a con- of project.” testant, if you’re not heavily tweeting and TRIBUNE: Do you have relocation Facebooking or have someone doing that plans to move to L.A.? SISAUNDRA: “I’m

debating on relocating myself eventually and Nashville is definitely on my list of cities to consider. Orlando is my hometown and fans have been so supportive. I look forward to bringing my children to Nashville for a visit. They’ve never been there but I have. I sang at the Gaylord Hotel when it reopened after the big flood. I’ve been there many times. Nashville is a beautiful city. Each time I’ve been there it always feels like home to me.

TRIBUNE: Have you heard from Celine Dion since your appearances on The Voice? SISAUNDRA: “At the very beginning of the show I did get a video greeting from her, congratulating me on making it on The Voice, good luck and how much she appreciated having me as a part of our entourage for 5 years. Celine is a very busy and powerful performer, so to have her send me a video greeting like that was just so kind of her and I thank her so much for doing so.

When I was on tour with her everyone was like a big family. I know one day soon we will be connecting up again.”

Sisaundra is finishing up a new single, SO SATISFIED, that will be available soon.

Follow her on Twitter and Facebook: @Sisaundra and https://www.facebook.com/ SisaundraLIVE

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ENTERTAINMENT

HerStory Institute Summer Cinema Series

The HerStory Institute presents a summer cinema series of films in the Watkins Theater beginning in June 2014. This partnership between Community Education and Her Point of View, an international arts and entertainment festival supporting the creative work of women, will deliver thought provoking and entertaining films that highlight the writing, producing, directing, cinematography, production design and editing in films created by women. The series will screen a range of features, shorts and documentary films including but not limited to independent and foreign films, classics, and festival favorites. In addition, the HerStory Institute will deliver monthly panels and/or workshops for film aficionados who desire a deeper understanding of the art and craft of film. Stay tuned! More information about the series will be available soon. For more information about Her Point of View, please visit www.herpointofview.tv Empowering current and future generations of artists currently underrepresented in front of and behind the camera, Her Point of View, a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization, launches

this year in 2014 by presenting arts and entertainment created from a woman’s point of view in three cities: Austin, TX, Chicago, IL and Nashville, TN between August and November 2014. In each city, Her Point of View will conduct a four (4) day international film festival complete with workshops, panels, independent and studio films, fine art gallery, live music events, industry parties and plenty of networking mixers.

Filmmakers, film, TV, music, art and entertainment executives and celebrities are invited to participate in the event developed to highlight women artists from around the world.

The excitement doesn’t end in 2014. At the awards ceremony in the last city, the Best of the Fest winner will be announced.

One amazing feature film (narrative or documentary) from entries into Her Point of View, will receive a Grand Prize Red Carpet Premiere and Gala as well as a weeks’ run in

Art Grants Available

NASHVILLE, TN — Interested in a small grant for an upcoming arts project or activity? The Arts Build Communities (ABC) grant program is now open for awards of $500 to $2,000 for community arts projects. Attend one of our remaining information sessions (on May 17 and May 20) to learn about the application process.

For details, view the ABC Grant Program Calendar. ABC is a program of the Tennessee Arts Commission, with Davidson County funds distributed by Metro Arts.

Other Tennessee counties are administered by other agencies.

Apply for a Grant to learn more about ABC and other Metro Arts funding programs. www.artsnashville.org Apply for a Grant Metro Arts administers two grant programs for Davidson County. “Metro Arts Grants” are funded by the Metro general fund. We also administer the Tennessee Arts Commission’s “Arts Build Communities” grants for Davidson County. All applicants and grantfunded activities must be located in Davidson County.

To find out when to apply of it you have questions please contact Leigh Patton, Community Arts Manager, at (615) 8626744, or Kana Gaines, Grants Coordinator, at (615) 862-6314.

a Los Angeles theater. In true festival style, a short film or two will precede the feature throughout the week. Her Point of View provides filmmakers the opportunity to build buzz surrounding their project in three known cities for the year so there is time to develop a marketing plan.

Beginning in May 2014, you have several weeks to develop and implement a festival marketing plan for the fall. You are not alone.

We will provide training and support in your marketing efforts along the way. Distributors want to see that your project has a following and general interest from the media.

We make no promises for media attention or distribution. Most festivals can’t. However, we promise to provide you with three opportunities along with marketing education and support along the way.

This festival is what you make it. We will help you make the most of it.

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KAM’S KOLUMN Crews Control

Kam Williams

By Kam Williams

Since retiring from the NFL, Terry Crews has traded in his helmet and cleats to pursue an acting career while also becoming the ultimate family man and fitness enthusiast. Over the past several years, omnipresent Terry has been seen almost everywhere, whether as the pecs-popping pitchman for Old Spice, portraying the overworked dad on “Everybody Hates Chris,” a tough guy in “The Expendables” film series, the loveable goofball in “White Chicks, and so many other roles. Terry is currently a series regular on the Golden Globe Award-winning TV sitcom “Brooklyn NineNine,” playing Sgt. Terry Jeffords, whose ripped exterior belies a sensitive and beleaguered interior. Crews also just added author to his resume with the release of his first book, “Manhood.” And it was recently announced that starting this fall he will be serving as host of the game show “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” Here, he talks about playing “Nickens” in his new movie, “Blended,” co-starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore.

KW: I loved Blended, and I’m not a fan of Adam Sandler’s lowbrow brand of humor. But this one is different and kept me laughing non-stop.

TC: That’s great! And it touches your feelings along the way, too. That’s the thing. What’s so good about the Adam-Drew [Barrymore] collaborations is how she tempers him. It’s

Terry Crews in a scene from the new film BLENDED

the real deal. Their 50 First Dates was the first comedy that I ever caught feelings on. I was like, “Whoa! I’m feeling the romance here. I want them to get together.

Why do I care so much?”

And I got emotional about it. That is what they bring, a magical combination that works every time KW: I was surprised that they shot the film in Africa at all, since it’s a romantic comedy that could’ve been made in Hollywood, not a drama that called for an exotic location. TC: I think the moviegoers are tired of always seeing L.A. and New York. Come on! I think you can only do but so much here. It’s about time that the rest of the world is represented in entertainment. Africa is a huge continent. The world is gigantic.

We get a little insulated.

KW: What do you think about the 300 schoolgirls kidnapped in Nigeria? TC: Oh man, what can I say brother? I have four daughters. I consider myself a feminist. My whole life has been about standing up for women, for anybody really, who’s been abused.

So, I’m outraged about the way they kidnapped and are mistreating those young ladies. That’s sick! All I can think about is what if someone took my daughters from me. It hurts. My heart is still breaking.

KW: Since you’re a for-

mer pro athlete and you live in L.A., I also have to ask you what you think about the L.A. Clippers. Should the owner be forced to sell the franchise for what he said? TC: Wow! This is what I think about Donald Sterling. We need to forgive him.

KW: Forgive him? TC: Let me tell you why. We’re all guilty of what he did. I’ve said things about my wife which would make people think I was a horrible person, if somebody had recorded me. You say things in anger that you’d never normally say. If someone secretly records you in your own home, you’re going to offend somebody. Taking Donald Sterling’s team away from him, because people don’t like what he said doesn’t make any sense to me. I don’t know Donald Sterling. I don’t like him.

We’ll never hang out. But let people vote with their dollars. You have to recognize that this is a dangerous precedent. If you don’t forgive, you’re setting yourself up to be judged forever. And as soon as you say something somebody doesn’t like, they can take what you own away from you. I know a lot of people disagree with me, but I just don’t believe in a system that doesn’t allow you to apologize, change and move on.

ENTERTAINMENT TERRI’S BOOK REVIEW ‘Sugar’ by Jewel Parker Rhodes

Missus Beale tried to keep Sugar busy, but Sugar often wondered why she couldn’t play with Billy Wills, her So much has friend and the son of River Road’s ownhappened since er. But that wouldn’t happen easily: her you started friendship with Billy worried Missus Terri Schlichenmeyer school last fall. Beale. What’s more, everybody on RivYou’ve made new er Road was concerned about the fact friends, first of all. You’ve learned new that Mister Wills was bringing Chinathings, both in class and out. Maybe men to the plantation to work. He’d deyou’ve grown a couple inches, found a cided that a handful of elderly ex-slaves new talent, dreamed big, or mastered couldn’t handle the harvest anymore something challenging.

– which might’ve meant that everyA lot can happen in a year, especialone would lose their ly when everything jobs, although Sugar else changes, too. wasn’t sure if that was In the book “Sugar” really true. The Chiby Jewell Parker nese seemed nice. They Rhodes, it happens were eager to teach her even faster with about their culture and history behind it to to learn hers. Still, with push. all the changes at River More than anyRoad, wasn’t it better thing, Sugar hated to convince the Beales sugar. It bit her face that it was time to head and fingers at harNorth? vest time, and made Without a doubt, them bleed. Cutting your child has already left blisters on her learned something hands. Sugar cane about the Civil War. got in her hair and She’s aware of what there was no escaphappened then – but ing the smell of it. what about what hapWhen Missus Beale c.2013, Little, Brown and Company pened afterward? $16.99 279 pages made a meal with “Sugar” tells some sugar, it turned Sugof the tale. In her notes, ar’s stomach. Sugar was sure there had author Jewell Parker Rhodes explains to be a reason why Ma named her after what she discovered and how she inithat crop but there was no way of know- tially intended to write an adult book ing, since Ma had died. about the post-War years, until she enMuch as she hated it, though, working visioned a little girl who just wanted to with sugar cane was all that 10-year-old be a kid.

Sugar had ever known. She was born on Young readers will be glad she did: River Road Plantation and that’s where despite the uncertainty she feels about she stayed – even though the end of the the changes that occurred, Sugar manCivil War meant she could go anywhere. ages to keep a watchful, self-aware inShe stayed because her freedom meant nocence mixed with joy. That brings that her Pa was free, too. She hoped he’d this story beyond the dates-and-facts of return to River Road. history, and gives it a kid-friendly sense In the meantime, Mister and Missus your 8-to-12-year-old will like. As an Beale took care of Sugar. Mister Beale end-of-school read, in fact, or to keep told her stories of Br’er Rabbit, and he her occupied this summer, “Sugar” is a said he liked her “spunk.” book she’ll fall for.

Review by Terri Schlichenmeyer

RYCH’S CORNER

Tamela Mann, Winning Big in Game of Praise!

Yoked Award” for outstanding married couples in show business. The Manns also graced the cover of Ebony Magazine’s 10 Hottest Couple issue. Her hubby is famous in the Tyler Perry stage plays, As a shy little girl, she started singing films and TV for his role as Mr. Brown in church and like many of her contempo- where Cora is his daughter. Together the raries who began the same way blossomed Mann’s created their record label in 2005 into a major gospel superstar. After paying called Tillymann Music Group. Her first dues while perfecting her craft in church album “Gotta Keep Movin” was released and school choirs, Ft in 2007, the second LP “The Master Worth, Texas native Plan” dropped in 2009. Both projTamela Mann got ects met with critical chart and muher big break when sic awards success. Mann’s latest she joined platinum album, 2012”s “Best Days” debuted recording superstar at #1 on the Billboard Top Gospel artist, the Rt. Rev. Chart and gave us the smash hit Kirk Franklin and “Take Me To The King.” Despite The Family. Mann the massive success of this couple sang lead on several they are two of the most down to of Franklin’s bigearth people you want to meet staygest hits. After some ing very humble and yet very for Award winning gospel time with the group real. opportunity came singer/actress Tamela Mann Mann has had a more that inknocking in the credible two year run with her latform of Tyler Perry est projects. What is her reaction to who cast her as Cora Simmons in his hit it? She explodes, “It’s been wonderful. I’m stage play “I Can Do Bad All By Myself.” like wow! But it’s just really been a blessHer character was so popular that Perry ing, the whole journey, it’s been just, I’m cast her in a string of plays that followed in awe! I’m honored and thanking God for as the same character. After Perry se- the doors he has opened for me and just cured a deal with Lionsgate Films, Mann the opportunity to reach people and bless became a staple as Cora in the successors them in music and to give inspiration and of the “Madea” film franchise. She even share our God.” Mann has been on many extended the famed role to TV in Perry’s hits with both gospel and secular artists. hit sitcom “Meet The Brown’s.”

How does it feel to now crank out hits of Mann is married to actor/singer David her own? She’s all smiles, “It’s wonderful.

Mann, the happy couple celebrated their I mean I don’t really even have the words 25th wedding anniversary earlier this to say because you hope things are going year. They are such an exemplary couple to do good and take off but when it hapthat the 2014 “Gospel Goes to Hollywood” pens and you don’t know that it is, I’m just gala honored them with their “Equally grateful to be in this place.”

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HEALTH

Home-Based Exercise Program Helps Arteries

DALLAS, TX — A home-based exercise program helped people with clogged leg arteries walk farther and faster, according to new research in theJournal of the American Heart Association. The program was beneficial even 12 months after participants started the program.Previously, studies have shown that supervised exercise can improve walking and lessen the symptoms ofperipheral artery disease (PAD), but this is the first to document the long-term benefits of a home-based walking program.“The problem with su-

pervised exercise is that it takes many visits to a cardiac rehabilitation center or other exercise facility, and it is not covered by Medicare,” said Mary McGrae McDermott, M.D., lead author and the Jeremiah Stamler professor of medicine at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago. “Our results should encourage physicians to recommend walking even if their patients do not have access to a supervised-exercise program.”The study compared walking ability in patients and controls a year af-

ter the end of a six-month program that encouraged home-based walking. For the first six months, 81 patients participated in weekly meetings to provide support and skills training to help them adhere to the home exercise program. They also received phone calls to encourage continued walking during months 7-12.Eighty-seven controls participated for a year in weekly educational meetings and received phone contact on unrelated PAD topics such as managing hypertension, cancer screening and vaccinations.At 12 months, participants in the home-based program had increased the distance they could walk in six minutes from 355.4 to 381.9 meters, an improvement of about 87 feet. In contrast, the distance covered by the controls fell slightly, from 353.1 to 345.6 meters. According to McDermott, walking exercise is the most effective non-invasive treatment for PAD, but a program must take into account that walking may cause a cramp-like pain in leg muscles that don’t get sufficient oxygen. By alternating walking and rest, patients can build up the amount of time they can walk before pain occurs. In the home program, patients

were instructed to try to walk at least five days a week, building up to 50 minutes.

When leg pain occurred, they were to stop and rest until legs were comfortable again and then resume walking. “The results emphasize the importance of recognizing and treating PAD, a common condition that often remains undiagnosed and can become life-threatening as it restricts circulation to the legs, arms, feet, and kidneys,” McDermott said. “Patients with PAD are also at heightened risk for heart attack and stroke.”“Don’t think walking problems are a normal part of aging. If you have leg pain, weakness, tingling or other difficulty walking, report it to your doctor and ask about the possibility you may have PAD. Diagnosing PAD is important because therapies can improve your health.”

Co-authors are Jack M. Guralnik, M.D., Ph.D.; Michael H. Criqui, M.D., M.P.H.; Luigi Ferrucci, M.D., Ph.D.; Lihui Zhao, Ph.D.; Kiang Liu, Ph.D.; Kathryn Domanchuk, B.S.; Bonnie Spring, Ph.D.; Lu Tian, Sc.D.; Melina Kibbe, M.D.; Yihua Liao, M.S.; Donald Lloyd Jones, M.D.; and W. Jack Rejeski, Ph.D.

Nothing shall be impossible.

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COLLEGE BASEBALL

Commodores Host NCAA Regional

By Ron Wynn

Despite failing to make the finals of the SEC Tournament, the Vanderbilt Commodores were chosen as one of the hosts for an NCAA regional tournament Monday.

They were one of six SEC teams to get that honor out of 16 regional hosts and 64 teams chosen overall.

Vanderbilt will open against Xavier on Friday night at Hawkins Field. The Commodores are seeded number one among the four schools. Oregon is the number two seed, followed by Clemson and Xavier. The other SEC schools who’ll be playing in the NCAA regionals include Florida, Ole Miss, LSU and South Carolina.

There was some concern that after the Commodores were defeated by Ole Miss that they might have missed out on hosting a regional. But their 41-18 record includes 19 victories over teams ranked in the nation’s Top 50. Their overall RPI ranking entering the NCAA field is number seven.

Vanderbilt has hosted regional tournaments four times overall, and three times in the last four years. Should they prevail in this tournament, they would face the winner of the Bloomington regional, where Indiana is considered a heavy favorite to prevail.

The Commodores were defending SEC champions before the tournament began, but a combination of pitching woes and batting failures quickly ended any hopes of repeating. They did win their opener against Tennessee 3-2, ousting the Vols from the field and ending any chances they had of getting into the NCAAs. But things turned bad afterwards. They were outscored over their next two games against LSU and Ole Miss by a combined

BY RON WYNN WENDELL SCOTT’S SELECTION FINALLY COMES

Vandy players celebrate after their opening round win in last week’s SEc Tournament.

The Commodores grabbed one of the 16 host spots for this week’s NCAA regionals, and will play Xavier Friday.

18-3, with the 7-2 defeat by the Rebels ending their tournament run. The Commodores stranded 20 runners during those games, and had only four extra-base hits. Meanwhile their pitchers were getting pounded, with both starters and relievers proving unable to prevent big innings or get crucial outs. Still, the Commodores have only lost a handful of games outside the SEC, something that bodes well for their tournament prospects.

Things didn’t go as well for other area baseball teams. Both Tennessee Tech and Lipscomb lost championship games over the weekend. Tennessee Tech lost 4-2 to Jacksonville State in the OVC finals held in Jackson. Lipscomb lost 7-1 to Kennesaw State in the Atlantic Sun championship game in Fort Meyers, Florida.

Tech had an early lead, scoring twice

on Zach Stephens’ two-run homer. Jacksonville State surged ahead in the seventh on a pair of run-scoring singles and held on for their sixth straight tournament win. Although they dropped the opener, Jacksonville State set an OVC Tournament record with their six consecutive wins. Tennessee Tech finished the year 40-19. They had three players selected to the All-OVC team, Dylan Bosheers, Daniel Miles and David Hess.

Lipscomb was able to score only once against Kennesaw State, with Nick Rome’s second inning single driving in their lone run. Kennesaw State blew the game open with three runs in the seventh and three more in the eighth.

Lipscomb ended a successful year with a 33-28 record, tying their school mark for wins in a season and setting a new record for winning percentage.

COLLEGE SOFTBALL

Oklahoma Defeats Lady Vols in Rematch

By Ron Wynn

The Tennessee Lady Vols dropped a rematch of last season’s Women’s College World Series Championship in softball Sunday, losing 8-2 to Oklahoma.

It was the third and deciding game of the Norman Super Regional, and the Lady Sooners proved too potent a foe on their home field.

Tennessee had been fearful of a power explosion and that’s precisely what happened, with the Lady Sooners hitting five home runs. Lauren Chamberlain had two of them, driving in a pair of runs and getting three hits in four times at bat.

They also got a solid pitching performance from Kelsey Stevens, who overcame some early problems to pitch a complete game. Stevens went seven innings, giving up only three hits. She did walk three batters, but Tennessee could only get two runs.

Meanwhile UT’s top pitcher Ellen Renfroe wasn’t as sharp.

She pitched six innings, giving up 10 hits, five earned runs and two walks. It was her final collegiate game, along with Madison Shipman, who failed to get a hit in three at bats.

Tennessee got the early lead on a solo home run from Melissa Davis in the top of the second inning. But Oklahoma countered with a Chamberlain solo home run, then got another run to go ahead 2-1.

The Lady Sooners scored four runs in the top of the sixth, hitting three home runs including Chamberlain’s second. That essentially ended any chances Tennessee had.

The Lady Vols ended their season 46-12, but once again fell short of the elusive national title, the only thing that they haven’t won in the last few seasons.

“They’ve got a great lineup no ifs, ands or buts about it,” UT co-head coach Ralph Weekly told the Knoxville News Sentinel. I think Ellen Renfroe is a pretty good pitcher, but they were too much for her the ast two days. Those two shots she (Chamberlain) hit today were moonshots, just fantastic shots.”

Oklahoma advances to the next round. Sunday’s win improved their record to 50-11. Stevens won her 37th game against eight losses. Renfroe finished with a record of 30-8.

The SEC proved just as strong in softball as baseball, with three teams advancing in Super Re-

Coming Next Week The NBA playoffs are heading to the championship phase, and all eyes are on the Miami Heat as they strive for a third straight title. The Vanderbilt Commodores quest for a return to the College World Series begins as they host a regional tournament. The Sounds are at home, and former big league slugger Manny Ramirez comes to town as a player/coach for Iowa. We’ll have all those stories and more next week in the Tribune.

The Tennessee Lady Vols chances for a return to the College World Series ended Sunday as they were defeated 8-2 in the third and final game of the Super Regionals by Oklahoma. It was a rematch of last year’s World Series title game.

gional competition. Sunday Florida defeated Washington 8-0, and Kentucky beat UCLA 7-1 to join Alabama among teams that continued on in the tournament.

In other area college softball news, Tennessee State University recently announced there would be a change at the top of their program. After four seasons Jeff Dabney will not be retained as the Lady Tigers’ coach.

This year’s team finished 6-20 in the OVC (18-38 overall), and the Lady Tigers missed the post-season tournament for a 13th time.

“We appreciate the efforts Coach Dabney has made during

his time at TSU to bring quality student athletes to our campus that represent the university through their hard work on the field and in the classroom,” TSU Athletic Director Teresa Phillips said in a statement. “At this time we feel it is best to go in a different direction. We wish Coach Dabney the best.”

Dabney’s overall mark over four seasons was 58-155. A highlight of his tenure was a 2012 victory over perennial SEC power South Carolina. A search is already underway for a new coach.

On This Day in 1992 Tim Raines stole his 700th career base. Raines was one of the finest leadoff hitters and base stealers in MLB history.

He played from 1979-2002 for six teams, spending the bulk of his time with the Montreal Expos. He finished his career fourth among MLB players in stolen bases. Raines was a six-time All-Star and four times led the National League in stolen bases. He also played on two World Championship teams as a member of the New York Yankees and was a coach on another World Series team, the 2005 Chicago White Sox. His number was retired by the Expos and he is a member of Canada’s Hall of Fame. But thus far, he has not made MLB’s Hall of Fame.

ON THIS DAY

Statistics seldom tell the whole story, and sometimes they don’t do much except just sketch out a foundation in terms of evaluating someone’s career and accomplishments.

That’s certainly the case with famed race car driver Wendell Scott, finally elected last week to NASCAR’s Hall of Fame.

Scott, the first and only Black driver to win a NASCAR (at the time it was called the Grand National circuit) race, also becomes the Hall’s first AfricanAmerican member.

This is an honor his fans had been urging NASCAR to do for a long time, even though detractors claim his stats aren’t worthy of Hall status.

But there are certainly other factors that come into consideration, the biggest being the overt and vicious racism that Scott faced throughout his 13-year racing career.

That career didn’t even begin until he was 30, in large part because the obstacles against Blacks getting the opportunity to be stock car racers were huge.

While it’s true Scott only won one race, his overall stats aren’t nearly as meager as some would claim. He had 147 Top Ten finishes and 495 starts. He did win over 100 regional races, and he was a top driver in lower tier events from the early ‘50s until he became a Grand National driver in 1961.

Scott also had multiple years where he finished in the Top 10 among Grand National/NASCAR drivers. His best year money wise came in 1969, when he earned almost $48,000 (over $300,000 in contemporary dollars). Scott finished sixth in points during the 1966 season, and ninth in both 1968 and 1969. He also finished 11th in 1965 and 10th in 1967.

The film “Greased Lightning” with Richard Pryor portraying Scott told some of the details of his early years on dirt tracks and Virginia’s smaller sites before his ascension to Grand National status.

It also recounts his being snubbed after actually winning a 1961 race in Florida, a shameful event where he actually finished two laps ahead of the second place driver, who was initially announced the winner.

But it only scratched the surface in terms of showing the ugly taunts, insults, even death threats he regularly faced, both on lower end racetracks and while on the Grand National circuit.

Scott chose not to openly confront his racist attackers, feeling that he was already outnumbered and in hostile territory, and didn’t want to make things any worse than they were.

NASCAR took far too long to correct the snub he received after winning in 1961. In fact, Scott’s family didn’t even get the trophy he earned until 2010, 20 years after Scott had passed.

But he also had enough friends and racers who remembered his verve and perseverance to keep his name alive during those years when he was getting overlooked in Hall voting.

NASCAR implemented a “Drive for Diversity” program in 2004, one that has thus far failed to find someone who could be a top NASCAR racer. However the existence of this effort, as well as the organization’s acknowledgement that they need to expand their outreach beyond their traditional audience (older Southern whites), can be traced back to Scott’s efforts in the ‘60s.

Wendell Scott’s surviving relatives were thrilled at the news he was being recognized, and NASCAR in turn got some positive publicity for finally recognizing a pioneer.

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SPORTS Nashville Sounds Silenced By New Orleans MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

By Ron Wynn

A tough road series against New Orleans ended with a shutout loss Sunday for the Nashville Sounds.

The 3-0 defeat was their third in four games against New Orleans, and marked only the third time in 13 series this season that the Sounds ended up on the losing end.

A very strong game from starter Brian Flynn kept the Sounds’ hitters off-balance. Flynn pitched eight innings and scattered four hits. Chaz Roe had some brief control problems in the ninth inning, but pitched his way out of a jam to ensure the shutout.

Eugenio Velez had two of Nashville’s four hits, while Hector Gomex and Sean Halton had the other two, all singles. Starter Mike Fiers, the ace of this season’s staff thus far, lost only his second game in eight stars.

Still, the Sounds continue to make late-inning rallies a regular part of their winning menu. Sunday they got two runs in the top of the ninth inning to defeat New Orleans 4-2, snapping a three game losing streak and holding on to their lead in the Pacific Coast League’s American South division.

This win also had some drama attached to it. Caleb Gindl drew a bases-loaded walk with two outs to give the Sounds a 3-2 lead. That was followed by Hunter Morris’ infield single that made it 4-2, setting the stage for closer Donovan Hand.

But he got off to a very shaky start. New Orleans loaded the bases with two outs against Hand, who then struck out Jordany Valdespin to end the game. It was his ninth

The Sounds had a tough time over the weekend in New Orleans. A 3-0 loss Monday was their third in four games against New Orleans, although the one win they got Sunday kept them in first place in their division.

save thus far.

Both the Sounds and New Orleans had nine hits.

Nashville scored single runs in the fourth and sixth innings, while New Orleans got their runs in the first and fourth. Gindl had his fourth home run for Nashvlle, and both he and Morris batted in two runs.

The Sounds returned home for an eight-game home

WOMENS TENNIS

stand that began Tuesday with four against Colorado Springs, followed by four more with Omaha. Despite the loss, they remained two games ahead in their division, and the only team among the four with a winning record (27-25).

The weekend series with Iowa will take on added interest due to the Oaks hiring this week of former Major League Baseball star Manny Ramirez as a player-coach.

Ramirez was hired by Chicago Cubs’ general manager Theo Epstein to be a combination mentor to young players and also as a hitter for the Iowa club.

But Epstein made it clear in numerous interviews that the Cubs had no desire or intention to bring Ramirez up to the parent club. His role will be strictly to work with the Iowa hitters, while also getting the chance to see if the 41-year-old has enough pop left in his bat to merit another shot at the big leagues.

Ramirez was a member of two World Championship teams with the Red Sox, and for a time was a big sensation with the Los Angeles Dodgers. But problems with steroids eventually took their toll. His last time in the big leagues was in 2011 with Tampa Bay. Ramirez has played in 2,302 games in 19 MLB seasons. He has a robust .312 average with 555 home runs, but like others involved in the steroids controversy, is now widely regarded with skepticism and deemed a longshot to ever reach the Hall of Fame.

However his presence on the Iowa roster is certain to make what would otherwise be a routine late May series an event this weekend at Greer Stadium.

NBA PLAYOFFS ROUNDUP

Both Williams’ Sisters Advance at French Open cerning my health,” Williams told USA Today Sunday. “Unfortunately that takes The Williams sisters remain the top time. Nobody has been there before me. story in women’s tennis, and both had rela- I’m paving the way I guess.” tively easy opening matches at the French Her performance has been called “inOpen. spirational” by occasional rival Maria But it was Venus rather than top-ranked Serena who was getting much of the attention during the tournament’s first weekend.

Venus defeated 17-year-old Swiss sensation Belinda Bencic 6-4, 6-1. It was instructive for Williams, who turned pro about 2 1/2 years before Bencic was born.

“Young folks today, eh.,” Williams told the Associated Press. “I’m just trying to hopefully stay alive myself as an older player.”

Venus Williams will be 34 in June. She has not won a Grand Slam event since Wimbledon in 2008.

Defending French Open women’s champion Serena Williams is an overwhelming favorite to She hasn’t even made it beyond the repeat this year and had an easy time with her fourth round of the French Open opening round opponent on Sunday. since 2006, and in January she was bounced in the first round at the Australian Open, a loss that many consid- Sharapova, and Williams acknowledges ered was more evidence she can not longer that clay is not her best surface. But despite the skepticism of some commentators and contend for Grand Slam title. writers, she feels she has a decent chance to at least reach the quarterfinals, despite the specter of having to possibly face her number one ranked sister shortly.

Serena had some kind words for her opening round opponent wild card entry Alize Lim. Though she dispatched the French player 6-2, 6-1, Williams said her improvement was noticeable, and that as she continued to mature she would be even Venus Williams has made a solid comeback this season and won her first match at the French Open last weekend, while tougher to beat in future eventually hoping for another match against matches. her sister in the third round.

Serena Williams holds a 14-10 lifetime edge over But Williams bounced back to win the her sister, and has won the last five matches Dubai Open in February. She even did against her. Their last meeting in a major something that time that her sister Serwas the 2009 Wimbledon championship. ena failed to do in defeating Alice Cornet “We both try to bring our best when we in the final. Cornet had upset Serena, and was widely considered the tournament fa- play each other,” Venus added. “You know you’re going to have play even better bevorite at the time.

Williams is only seeded 29th in this cause we’re opposing each other.”

Venus Williams is also making history tournament. Should both she and Serena with her appearance at the French Open. advance in their next match, they would She’s now fifth alltime in Grand Slam face each other in the third round. But Venus Williams is also 15-6 so far in 2014, appearances with 62, and has an overall record of 42-16. Both she and Serena are her best early season mark since 2010.

“I feel this has been my best year in try- the only active players with 200 or more ing to connect the dots on how I feel con- Grand Slam wins.

By Ron Wynn

The Miami Heat outscored the Indiana Pacers by 11 points in the third quarter, turning what had been a close game into an eventual 102-90 victory that put them one game away from returning to the NBA Finals for a fourth straight time.

Heat Up 3-1 Over Pacers

By Ron Wynn

The Miami Heat came within one game Monday night of reaching their fourth straight NBA Finals, defeating the Indiana Pacers 102-90.

It was the Heat’s second straight home victory in this series and the win moved them ahead 3-1. Whenever they win a fourth game, they’ll become the first team since the 1984-87 Boston Celtics to reach the Finals four straight seasons.

The Heat led from start to finish, at one point forging a 23-point lead early in the fourth quarter. This came despite the Pacers shooting nearly 49 percent from the floor and outrebounding Miami 37-34.

But those advantages were negated by the Pacers committing 27 fouls to only 17 for the heat and also having 14 turnovers to Miami’s five. Indiana shot well from three-point territory, making 42 percent to Miami’s 33 percent.

Miami cashed in at the foul line, hitting 30 of their 34 tries, while the Pacers made 11 of 17. The game got away from Indiana in the third quarter, when they were outscored 31-20, and a five-point halftime deficit was extended into an 80-64 Heat lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Pacers finally rallied after falling behind 94-71. A 19-5 run closed the gap to 99-90, but a Lebron James three-point play ended their slim comeback hopes. James led all scorers with 32 points. He was also the Heat’s top rebounder with 10 and assist leader with five.

Paul George had 23 points for the Pacers, while David West had 20 points and 12 rebounds. But they once again got no offense from their center Roy

Hibbert, who missed all four shots he took from the field and finished with zero points.

The Heat succeeded despite subpar nights from both Dwayne Wade and Ray Allen. Wade had his first poor shooting game, making only four of 12 from the floor and finishing with 15 points. Allen missed seven of nine shots and had nine points.

But those were balanced by Chris Bosh’s best game of the series. Bosh had 17 first half points and 25 for the game, as well as six rebounds.

Pacers’ coach Frank Vogel refused to concede that the series was nearly over, even though only eight teams in NBA history have overcome 3-1 deficits. “Our belief is strong that we’ll go back (home) and get Game 5,” Vogel told USA Today. “And we’ll come right back and battle hard in Game 6.”

Vogel also said his team had no answers for James, who had several spectacular second half dunks and was definitely the game’s dominant force.

“He’s the best player in the world,” Vogel said. “You know he’s going to get going eventually. You just have to make it hard on him.”

Game 5 was Wednesday night in Indiana, with Game 6 set for Friday night in Miami if needed. Meanwhile in the West, the Oklahoma City Thunder hoped the momentum from their Sunday win over the San Antonio Spurs would carry over to Tuesday night’s contest in Oklahoma City, and that they could avoid falling behind 3-1 in their series as well.

But while no one would say it for the record, few observers expect the Eastern Conference Finals to extend beyond six games at most.

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METRO SPORTS NEWS

By Scott Wallace

Whites Creek’s Graham Goes from Cobra to Venom; Jaime Graham named Player of the Game in his debut NASHVILLE- Former Whites Creek High School Cobra two sports star Jaime Graham is now a member of the newest professional team the Nashville Venom of the Professional Indoor Football League (PIFL). Graham, who also starred at Vanderbilt in football, had a great debut intercepting two passes and had 58 yards in returns to help the Venom defeat the Columbus Lions 58-44. Graham, who hadn’t been Jaime Graham starred in football and basketball at Vanderbilt on a football field in two years, made a swift transition to playing indoor. He was signed by the club on May 15.

“I felt great with only having about two weeks of practice,” said Graham. I had to allow my instincts to take over because I am still learning the odds and ends of playing indoors. Football Jamie Graham at is like riding a bike, it takes a minute Whites Creek H.S. Jaime Graham and you get back in the groove but playing indoors is like riding a unicycle. Once I get used to the speed of the game I will find my rhythm.”

Quickly finding his rhythm is nothing new for Graham. At Whites Creek, he became the first freshman to start in varsity basketball. For his career he ended up with over 1500 points scored. He led his team to the state semifinals as a senior. In football he was a three year starter at quarterback, wide receiver, running back and defensive back. As a senior he earned All State honors. In December he won the prestigious William Hume Award for his accomplishments as a scholar athlete.

Graham comes from a family of athletes. His uncle Odell Bradley also starred in two sports at Whites Creek and led his Indiana University Purdue University in Indianapolis (IUPUI) team to the NCAA tournament in basketball. Early in his life he dealt with the tragic death of his mother. He was raised by his grandmother Hattie Graham. Sports kept Graham on the right path. He eventually earned a scholarship to play football at Vanderbilt. Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer star Shelton Quarles also took the path from Whites Creek to Vanderbilt.

“There were a lot of positive people around me that helped me along the way,” said Graham. “I thank God for my ability and my family. I am glad that I am still living the dream. Shelton set the standard for a lot of guys in the city. It was fun to get out there. The guys here welcomed me in. There is a special brotherhood. I played with Corry (Stewart) at Gra-Mar in youth football. The attitude here is a winning one. I appreciate the fans supporting me through the years.”

You will have at least two more chances to see Graham play this season for the Venom. Their next home game will be this Monday night at 7 p.m. against the Alabama Hammers. The Venom is the top team in their conference by two games so they have a chance to have a post-season home game. To follow the Venom and for ticket information you can go to www.nashvillevenom.com Snake Bites: The Venom have 12 local players on their roster with four (Stanlee Bradley, Antioch, Derek Dickerson Hunters Lane, Ernest Ramsey Maplewood, Will Johnson Pearl-Cohn and Jaime Graham Whites Creek) being graduates of Metropolitan Nashville Public High Schools.

Father Ryan standout Corry Stewart picked up his sixth interception of the season tying him for first in the PIFL. The Venom has hired Tennessee Tribune Metro Sports Writer Scott Wallace as their Media Consultant.

You can catch the only weekly Venom radio show every week on WTNTribune Radio. The Venom Injection Show. This week’s guests are defensive back Jaime Graham and kicker Christian Reed.

By JaQuan Johnson

Cavs if they use the pick right. There are three players on the top of everybody’s draft board. - Joel Embiid of Kansas University, teammate Andrew Wiggins and Duke University’s Jabari Parker. If I had control of the pick, I would choose Parker. To me, Parker has every tool to become a great player. He can score the ball in multiple ways. He can defend and he is a high character player. If Cleveland keeps the pick and decides to pick Parker, Embiid or Wiggins, I wouldn’t second guess them in the least bit but they could also trade the pick for a veteran player like Kevin Love or Carmelo Anthony. This could help the Cleveland Cavaliers make the playoffs for the first time since LeBron James left to play for the Miami Heat. Really, there are unlimited options for the Cavs to choose from. So with the MLB team, the NFL team and the NBA team looking good on paper it really looks like the city of Cleveland Rocks again. Well, at least in sports they do.

JaQuan Johnson is a local chef who loves sports. He is a frequent contributor to the Tennessee Tribune and WTNTribune Radio.

Time is drawing near for the First Annual Scott C. Wallace All Star Weekend. Judge Rachel Bell and Pastor Sandy McClain of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church has signed up as celebrity coaches. To play go to www.wallaceallstarweekend.com

Quan’s Kitchen

There was a song made in 1979 by Ian Hunter titled “Cleveland Rocks”. This song became the de facto anthem for the City of Cleveland. The city has been dubbed The Mistake by the Lake because of its proximity to Lake Erie and its bad luck in sports. Now I believe more than ever that Cleveland truly does rock. Why you ask? Well, I will tell you. Last year Cleveland’s Major League Baseball team the Cleveland Indians, after missing the playoffs for the last six years, hired Terry Francona as their manager.

By the end of the year the team finished second in its division which was good enough to host the American League Wild Card game. They lost the Wild Card game to the Tampa Bay Rays but this was a step in the right direction of turning the city sports luck in the right direction.

This spring, the Cleveland Browns made big strides in becoming relevant again in the National Football League. The first step was when they JaQuan Johnson drafted one of the best cornerbacks in this year’s draft Justin Gilbert out of Oklahoma State. This is big because Cleveland already has one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, Joe Haden. To pair Haden with Gilbert could make an already solid Cleveland defense into a great one. The Browns then decided to trade back into the first round of the draft and drafted Johnny Manziel A.K.A., Johnny Football. Manziel had a great college career, becoming the first true freshman to win the Heisman Trophy. He then passed for more than 4,000 yards and 37 touchdowns while also rushing for 759 yards on the ground and another nine touchdowns his sophomore year. Within the first few hours of drafting Manziel, the Browns sold double the amount of season tickets sells as the previous year. When Manziel’s jersey became available in the Cleveland Browns merchandise store it sold out almost instantly.

Not to be outdone, another professional franchise on the banks of Lake Erie got some good news. The Cleveland Cavaliers won the NBA draft lottery for the second straight year. Last year was a terrible season for the Cavs. They selected Anthony Bennett with the first pick and that hasn’t panned out so far as they missed the playoffs and fired their head coach after just one season. I believe this can be huge for the

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RELIGION

The Importance of Religious Symbols: Forever Reminded of God’s Love Rev. Jason Curry, Phd. of Fisk Memorial Chapel

said pray without ceasing in 1 Thessalonians 5:17) and the need to study God’s word (Paul told Timothy that we should “Study to show ourselves approved….2 Timothy 2:15. As Christians we should never make a statue or draw an image of God (see Exodus 20:4); however, Christian symbols are important because they often remind us remind us of God’s presence because we My wife and my children are cannot see and touch the God to always surprised by the weight whom we pray.

In 1 Chronicles 13:3, King of my suit jacket. In general, David said: “And let us bring men often carry pencils, pens and a handkerchief in their again the ark of our God to us: jacket. I carry those items and for we enquired not at it in the a soft-cover bible as well as a days of Saul.” God revealed hard-cover prayer book wher- God’s presence in the Ark of the ever I go. People often ask me to Covenant, and the Ark of the pray for them or to give them an Covenant was also a symbol of inspiring verse for the bible, and God presence among the people I’ve found it convenient to carry of Israel. It reminded them that these two books with me. I may God freed them from slavery not consult both of these books in Egypt. It also reminded them on a daily basis; however, I’ve of God’s provision and miracles carried them for many years be- (e.g., manna) in the wilderness. cause they serve as meaningful Needless to say, it was important and tangible symbols of the con- for Israel to have a symbol of as stant need for prayer (e.g., Paul well as the presence of the Lord

if they were going to live according to God word.

The cross continues to serve as symbol of our redemption (Galatians 3:13). The picture of a bird or a dove in religious works often serves as a symbol of the Holy Spirit (Matthew 3:16). The church building reminds us of the importance of the fellowship of believers (Hebrews 10:5). The bible reminds us and informs us about God’s abiding presence throughout history. Symbols of God’s love for humanity (e.g., the rainbow in Genesis 9:13) are all around us, and they have been used by the body of believers to encourage us to trust in God in moments of elation as well as difficult and challenging times.

The bible and the prayer book that I have carried in academic and religious circles for years remind me of God’s love for me and humanity. As you continue with your Christian journey, I encourage you to identify and embrace Christian symbols that encourage you as well.

Wherever You Pitch Your Tent

soul music always tells a riveting story.

Remember those lyrics?

Papa was a rollin’ stone Wherever he laid his hat was his home And when he died All he left us was alone.”

I have no idea who the writers had in mind as “Papa,” but on this we can agree: there are Regina M. Prude better examples of family leadership. Personally, I have lived Wherever You Pitch Your in four different cities in my Tent, Build an Altar then he set lifetime. Three of those major up his tents and built an altar moves were guided by my late there to honor the God of Isra- husband and life partner; we el. —Genesis 33:20, Contempo- moved because of God-given rary English Version directions about ministry.

As a Biblical example, Jacob One of memorable songs of was a papa with broad transithe Motown era—made famous tions. Jacob was undisputedly by the Temptations—was a 70’s one of the most unique inditune with lyrics by Norman viduals who ever lived. The Whitfield and Barrett Strong, Genesis account (chapters 31 “Papa Was A Rolling Stone.” It to 33) describe a transitions he is said that the extended instru- engineered for himself and his mentation on the song is as fa- family. Spiritually, he evolved mous as the vocals. The Temp- from being a trickster, swindler tations’ version is an enduring and cheat to becoming a Prince depiction of classic soul, and with God.

Jacob named the altar at Shechem “El Elohe Israel,” translated as “God, the Great God of Israel, an altar of Jacob.”

I am creating my personal El Elohe Regina, celebrating God, the Great God of my own life. A personal altar is a place that will forever bring praise to God and celebrate the great work that He has done in my life and in the life of my family.

Through every transition, He has been a Great God. Whatever your ballad, whatever your story, be like Jacob and agree with me on this: wherever you pitch your tent, you just ought to build an altar. © 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: w w w.face book .com /re g i naprude; Twitter: http://twitter.com/rprude

Love, Sex & Marriage

Six Ways for a Man to Listen to His Wife

By Dr. Chris Jackson, NashvilleMarriageNetwork.com Sometimes all a wife wants from her husband – and vice versa – is to receive the gift being LISTEND to. When one’s mate say’s “I love you” but that mate does not listen , this sends a very strong mixed message. To listen is to communicate the following to the partner: You are important…you matter…I respect what you have to say… You are valuable…You are worth my time.

Remember what it was like when you first met each other?

You hung on to every word that dripped from your lover’s lips. If you received a letter from your love, you read it over and over, carefully examined each word, and even made up meanings that did not even exist! It just cannot be denied: Listening equals love.

And when you listen – truly listen - you make a very wise and sensitive investment in the value and worth of your relationship.

Dr. Steve Stephens writes the following regarding ways a man can listen to his wife. By the way,

ways have more!) 3. Don’t interrupt with your “answers” or unsought solutions. As men, we are naturally Mr. Fix it. When a woman brings us problems, we should tell her how to solve them, right? 4. Tell her what you heard her say and ask if you are right. This is huge. 5. Express comfort: “I am so sorry for how you have suffered.” Of Dr. Christopher Jackson course this has to be true in order this works with men or women. to be effective. 6. Never look at I will offer brief personal com- your watch or at television or mentary on each point of insight: your phone while she is talk1. Lean forward and look ing. This shows you are giving into her eyes: This sends a super your undivided attention. When strong message that you are in- your attention is undivided, it has timately in tune with her. It says power and credence.

Try one or all of these tips “I’m really with you right now; the next time you talk with your I’m feeling you, vibing with you, breathing you.” 2. After she ini- mate. You have nothing to lose, tially speaks, probe deeper by but quite possibly a much better saying, “Tell me more.” When relationship to gain.

For questions or comments, you ask for more, you are communicating this: “I’m not bored please contact Dr. Jackson at with this, I want to hear every- 615.329.1189 or at ChrisJackthing.” (Don’t worry, she’ll al- sonDMin@aol.com

The Temple Church BIBLE STUDY

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SUNDAY SERVICES Praise & Worship Service 7:30am & 10am Children’s Church 10am

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10am Service, Every Sunday

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Stress Free Parenting Classes Offered NASHVILLE, TN — Many parents are living with anxiety, exhaustion and frustration. Most need to learn how to maintain their cool and provide a healthy, nurturing relationship with their children, teens and young adults. The Active Parenting Classes will show you how to: Discipline your child without violence Prevent problems, such as tantrums, bullying, etc.

Build a loving bond with your child Childproof your home Care for your child at different ages and stages Care for Yourself!

Class Times and Dates June 17-July 1 Tuesdays 6-7:30

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RELIGION

‘A Mustard Seed of

Encouragement & Empowerment’

By Rev. Victor M. Singletary, Pastor

Cambria Heights Community Church, Cambria Heights, NY

No One Wins a Fight P.M. Ages 1-4 Year Olds (3 weekly sessions) July 8 - August 12 Tuesdays 6-8 P.M. Ages 5-12 Year Olds (6 weekly sessions) Classes will be held at First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill in the Martin Luther King Hall located at 625 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard at Nelson Merry Street, Nashville.

To register contact the Church

Office at 615/255-8757 or to obtain further information, contact Pamela Wood, Active Parenting Instructor at 615/259-0623. PreRegistration is required!

The Parenting Classes are provided free of charge by the Counseling Ministry of First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill, Rev. Kelly Miller Smith, Jr., Pastor.

God Cares About You

Jesus we would be lost, we would not understand how to pray, we would pray ritualistically with very little understanding or connection to God, without Jesus we would not be able to work miracles for the glory of God, without Jesus we also would not have the opportunity to have everlasting life. We are imperfect people who by faith in the perfect “will” of God can move “NOW” and have impact on the world through Jesus Christ. I’m reminded of the words of an old Elder “X” Lawson gospel song by James Cleveland To those of you feeling as though called “I don’t feel no ways tired” there is no hope, you feel as though some of the words go, “nobody told no one cares about you, you feel me, that the road would be easy, I as though people don’t understand don’t believe, he brought me this you, today I tell you Jesus can give far, to leave me!” We are reminded you hope, Jesus cares about you, in Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be strong Jesus understands you, and Jesus and courageous. Do not be afraid loves you! God sent Jesus to show or terrified because of them, for us how to live, to show us how to the Lord your God goes with you; act and to show us how we should he will never leave you nor forsake love one another. The sacrifice Je- you.” However have you, yes you, sus made on the cross through his have you accepted Jesus Christ as death was a selfless act of love for your Lord and Savior? Walk out on you and for me. It gets even better; faith, Romans 10:9-10 say’s, “That God raised Jesus from the dead to if thou shalt confess with thy mouth show us that we can put our trust in the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in Jesus and through him be restored thine heart that God hath raised him back unto God himself. Without from the dead, thou shalt be saved.

“ For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.” Right now I pray Father God that you protect those who are weak, give sight to those who are yet blind and convert those who are lost. Lord I ask that you bring peace to every chaotic situation that your children are in need of, step in, show up and show out. Lord I believe in you and I believe in your power, I ask you right now in the name of your son Jesus Christ to manifest your Holy Spirit to those who need that extra push to get off the fence giving them an opportunity to see your loving heart. Please reach them at their jobs, schools, buses, homes, in the booth in the corner in the back where ever they need you and are calling on you Father God, please hear your children and bless them. This I pray in your son Jesus name, Amen.

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15th Avenue Church of Christ to Hold Clothing Giveaway

The 15th Avenue Church of Christ will have a clothing giveaway on Saturday, June 21, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

It will be held in the fellowship hall of the church

building located at 2129 – 15th Avenue North.

If you have any questions please call 259-2373 and ask for Julian Webster.

Rev. Victor M. Singletary

In the school of hard knocks, I continue to learn the incalculable wisdom of Howard Thurman’s words.

Each fight leaves all participants wounded; no one escapes unscathed. Righteous indignation hardly salves pain and wounds. Who wins if everyone is injured during a verbal or physical altercation? Is it more important to be right than to live in right relationship?

Regardless of the issue, is it worth risking the relationship? These questions presume you highly prioritize relationships and seek their continual growth and health. Allowing that people deal in good faith with you, you stand to gain more from a relationship that appreciates over time than winning a machine gun dialogue which wounds anyone within range of your words.

Legal dramas on television and within movies depict a very false reality. Litigation never occurs as quickly as Hollywood pretends. It is very timeconsuming and costly. The range and complexity of emotions are the most expensive aspects of legal proceedings. They consume an incredible amount of a person’s talent, thinking, energy and focus; all of which could be used for more meaningful purposes. Lawsuits engender long-term resentments as no one appreciates being sued. Civil complaints always leave bit-

terness as plaintiffs and defendants receive the lawsuit as a personal indictment of character. Any daily episode of The People’s Court substantiates my argument.

Relatives and friends usually remain unwilling to forgive a lawsuit. Years pass before reconciliation is possible if it ever occurs.

Hence, there are no real winners and losers when people who experience a breakdown in communication, trust and respect resort to fighting whether legally, verbally or physically.

A few years ago I was dismissed summarily from a doctoral degree program because my initial advisor retired and understandably refused to mentor me afterwards. His successor in the department experienced multiple difficulties with faculty colleagues and administration. Not surprisingly, he obtained a position at another institution. The remaining person in the department brilliantly cloaked her dislike and animosity toward me. Through various duplicitous tactics and deceitful conversations, she effected my dismissal from the program. I responded by engaging a three-year and hard fought battle to remain in the program. My appeal letters began with the Associate Dean and ended with the President of the University. I even wrote the co-chairpersons of the Board of Trustees. In the end, the box of copies of my letters and supporting documents weighed nearly three pounds and included hundreds of pages. Additionally, I spent considerable time and bore equal expense consulting with attorneys to ascertain the strength of my case.

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10B The Tennessee Tribune

THURSDAY, MAY 29 - JUNE 4, 2014

New Life Program Encourages Fatherhood in Nashville health and well-being of our city’s families.

NLP has been in existence for three years A few years ago 29 year old James Little- and sponsors several courses that assist area ton’s life turned upside down. The Pulaski, fathers.

Although his children have lived with him Tennessee native who has lived in Nashville most of his life was matriculating through for the most part James says the program has Fisk University and was about to enter his made him a better father.

“My kids have been mostly with me since junior year when things went awry. He accepts responsibility for what he describes as they were born. Their moms see the kids “bad decisions” on his part and he wound up once or twice a month. The program helped in trouble with the law. His college career and me become a better man and showed me how his lifelong dreams now sidetracked James’ to deal with my relationship with their mothers. The program gave me an opportunity life seemed unmanageable.

In and out of trouble, James also became to talk about what I was going through with the father of three children Jamiah 7, Kaylah, people with the same experiences. I see the importance of being a father and head of the 3, and Kaden, 3 by two women.

He was also experiencing multiple prob- household” Littlejohn is a licensed barber and never lems with the mothers of his children and was had a problem holding a job. His most recent in and out of the courts.

James learned about the New Life Pro- problems were a direct result of his dysfuncgram from a member of his church and de- tional relationship with the mothers of his children. He has plans for his future which cided to look into the opportunity.

“I got involved after I talked to Robert includes finishing his college degree.

“I have always had a job. I am a barber and Taylor at church,” Littleton explained. “After I enrolled my probation was violated and I I work at Tyson’s Foods. At this time I have went to jail but I found out that I could con- begun school on a fast track degree program. tinue the program in jail. I completed it after I am earning a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Small BusiI got out.”

The New Life Program (NLP) - “A Place ness and Entrepreneurship. I want to open up Where Fathers Matter,” is an initiative of the a business.”

The New Life Program has been extremeMetro Public Health Department of Nashville/Davidson County. NLP gives Nash- ly helpful to James and he emphatically enville’s fathers the knowledge, skills, and sup- courages others to take part in what is being port they need to become more positively offered.

“A lot of people may look at the program involved in the lives of their children. The program’s ultimate goal is to maximize the and think it’s generic but you can tailor the

By Ronald W. Weathersby

through the program with are supportive and have become lifelong friends.”

President Obama has led on issues related to responsible fatherhood. The President knows firsthand the power that fathers can have in the lives of their children, and the challenges families and communities face without committed fathers. The president grew up without his dad, and has said that being a father is the most important job he has.

For these reasons, President Obama made the issue of fatherhood and at-risk youth one of the Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships’ four key priorities.

Fatherlessness is a growing crisis in America, one that undergirds many of the challenges that families are facing. When dads aren’t around, young people are more likely to drop out of school, use drugs, be James Littleton involved in the criminal justice system, and become young parents themselves. information and assistance to suit you. It is According to the Metro Public Health a place where you are respected and where Department, there are approximately 23,000 you realize your position is important and households led by single mothers with chilrespected. There is so much talk about bad dren under the age of 18. Most of these homes fathers but they show you how important are in North and East Nashville, and nearly you are as a person and as a dad. They also half (49 percent) of these single mothers live look out for you and help you get through the below the poverty line. Based on the National rough times. I got my first suit through the Fatherhood Initiative Report on the cost of faprogram and they constantly did things for us ther absence, Nashville spends approximately unexpectedly.” $830 million on social service programs supJames also said the relationships he nur- porting father-absent households. The New tured at New Life are lasting.

Life Program provides Nashville with an op“When I look back at my experience portunity to reduce these numbers.

I realize just how important the program For more information see New Life’s ad has been to me. The people I met and went on page A7 of this issue of the Tribune.

St. John Church Family Spreading Compassion in Middle TN

By Rev. Brenda Harris Haywood

Over the past few months under the pastoral leadership of the Rev. Dr. Alvin E. Miller, Sr., the St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Clarksville, TN has been busy spreading compassion to the children and citizens across Hopkinsville, KY, Fort Campbell, KY, Clarksville and Nashville, TN. Around the beginning of 2014, the St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Clarksville, TN established a community partnership with the Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary School of Nashville, TN. This particular school/community business relationship between the St. John Church Family and the Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary School has evolved into a wonderful relationship for the school and Middle Tennessee Community. Mending lives, building bridges, serving the community and saving lives is part of the mis-

sion of the St. John Missionary Baptist Church.

Also, the St. John Baptist Church has stepped up to become a main sponsor for the Robert Churchwell Magnet Elementary School 2014 Annual Field Day from May 27-29, 2014. The St. John Church Family has donated 100 hot dogs with buns, over 100 beef hamburger patties with hamburger buns, and over 200 bags of assorted chips for the children at

the Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary School. In March 2014, Pastor Miller and the St. John Church Family donated over 200 new uniform belts and nearly $400 in cash so the school could purchase additional belts for the students attending the Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary School.

Furthermore, on May 31, 2014 at 12:00 noon, Bishop Miller and the St. John Church Family of Clarksville, TN has partnered with Pastor Marcus Campbell and Rev. Reggie Williams of Mount Carmel Baptist Church of Nashville, along with Earl Jordan, the President and CEO for Partners in the Struggle, the Treasure Chest, Quality Living for American Veteran (QLAV), the Love Center USA, Inc., community leaders and other non-profit organizations for ‘A Community Love Fest’ at Cheatham Housing Community (MDHA). The members of St. John Missionary Baptist church are on a mission

to serve Compassion with humility to hurting people and individuals in need of genuine Love without condemnation!In conclusion, Bishop Miller believes the Power of Compassion is not limited due to geographical boundaries or the shortcomings of humanity. Within the Middle Tennessee Area, the St. John Missionary Baptist Church has become a church ministry that is on the cutting edge of ‘excellence in church ministry’ for all of the wonderful benevolent contributions it is making in the lives in people across the state of Tennessee and America, and throughout the world. Under the Lordship of Jesus Christ, the St. John Missionary Baptist Church has become a trendsetter for promoting the Good News with in-kind services to humanity as it continues to excel as a friend of Middle Tennessee and Southwestern Kentucky.

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