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A Black History Unsung Hero: Dr. Katherine Y. Brown, EdD
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Columnist Barbara Womack chats with a local Black history maker
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How the Fair Housing Act helps protected classes in renting, buying and the mortgage process
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In honor of Black History Month, this month’s column outlines the Civil Rights laws that protect your housing rights.
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Black History Facts
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It is because of the Jubilee Singers that Nashville, Tennessee is called “Music City.”
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Cycling in Nashville: When Bollards and Painted Lines Fall Short of True Infrastructure
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The addition of bollards and fresh paint to delineate cycling spaces is acknowledged as progress by the local biking community, yet many still regard these steps as inadequate.
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At Donelson Cafe & Catering, Thanksgiving is shared with all of Nashville
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For six years in a row, Donelson Cafe & Catering extended the communal spirit of Thanksgiving dinner tradition to the larger Nashville community.
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Q&A with Executive Director Will Connelly
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As new Executive Director Will Connelly enters his second month at The Contributor, we sat down and asked him a few of his priorities as he begins in his new role.
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A New Mayor and the Path to Bicycle-Friendly Streets
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Nashvillians who hope for bicycling to become a practical, safe and sustainable daily mode of transportation know the city has a long way to go to reach that goal.
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Addressing the Urgent Need for Improved Homelessness Mortality Data Collection in Nashville
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Tracking and evaluating homeless mortality data locally and nationally is vital to developing health and housing strategies to save lives.
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A letter from Cathy Jennings as she transitions into a new role
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Since 2018, I have been privileged to serve as the executive director of The Contributor, and the journey has been deeply enriching, thanks to a team like those at the nonprofit and the community around us.
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Vendor June Potts remembered for her spark, commitment
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Longtime Contributor vendor Carol June Potts, who also wrote and did art in the paper, passed away on Oct. 14 after a battle with cancer.