6-16-2016-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY- LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The body of a 2-year-old Nebraska boy who was snatched off a Walt Disney World beach by an alligator and dragged underwater was recovered Wednesday, ending a ghastly search at one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. Divers found the body of Lane Graves about…… MORE
Johnson Publishing Announces Sale Of Jet, Ebony Magazines
6-15-2016-ERNIE ALLEN’S TOP STORY- CHICAGO (AP) — Ebony and Jet magazines, which have chronicled African-American life for the past 71 years, have been sold to an Austin, Texas-based private equity firm. Johnson Publishing Co. announced Tuesday that Ebony and digital-only Jet were sold to Clear View Group but didn’t disclose the sale price.…… MORE
President Obama Heading To Orlando
6-14-2016-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY- WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama will travel to Orlando on Thursday to pay respects to the victims of last weekend’s nightclub shooting and to stand in solidarity with the community as it embarks on recovery, the White House said Monday night. Press Secretary Josh Earnest did not provide more details…… MORE
50 Dead in Florida Nightclub Shooting, Worst in US History
6-13-2016-ERNIE ALLEN’S-TOP STORY- ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — It had been an evening of drinking, dancing and drag shows. After hours of revelry, the party-goers crowding the gay nightclub known as the Pulse took their last sips before the place closed. That’s when authorities say Omar Mateen emerged, carrying an AR-15 and spraying the helpless crowd…… MORE
Orlando: How can I help?
(OrlandoSentinal) Overwhelmed by people wanting to donate blood to victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting, OneBlood asked donors to stop coming Sunday and schedule appointments over the next few days.… MORE
Silver Springs M.B.C. Vacation Bible School
Silver Springs M.B. C. – Vacation Bible School KICK OFF: Sunday, June 19, 2016 – following10:00 AM Worship – serving Hamburgers, Hotdogs, chips, cookies & homemade ICE CREAM…… CLASSES: Monday-Friday, June 20-24 – 6:00 PM – Nightly VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL COMMUNITY PICNIC – Plenty of Food and Fun – FREE TO ALL – ACTIVITIES STARTS:…… MORE
VSA Tennessee will be celebrating their 15th anniversary! Featuring music, visual arts displays, hands on activities, video productions, and recognitions. VSA arts Tennessee provides opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in and express themselves through the arts and arts education. Vision – Strength – Artistic Expression: The arts are for everyone! July 28, 2016…… MORE
District 1 Council Forum and Transportation Study Discussion
Candidates for District 1 will; square off in a forum and town hall meeting on June 16. Find out where they stand on issues important to D1. Immediately following the forum will be an information session with the team behind the transportation study that has North Nashville listed lower on the priority list. Learn more…… MORE
A Prince wish, Paisley Park eyed for museum like Graceland
CARLOS GONZALEZ, STAR TRIBUNE FILEPaisley Park Studios in Chanhassen. MINNEAPOLIS — Long before Prince died, he told close friends he wanted to turn his Paisley Park home and studio complex into a museum. Now, the trust company overseeing his estate — likely with the backing of Prince’s siblings — is exploring the idea to…… MORE
President Obama ‘Slow Jams’ His Legacy On ‘The Tonight Show’
President Obama ‘Slow Jams’ His Legacy on ‘The Tonight Show’ | Black America Web Barack Obama delivered the second and final “Slow Jam the News” segment of his presidency on Thursday’s “Tonight Show,” reciting lyrics that reminded Americans what he has accomplished during his two terms. Backed by The Roots and assisted by host Jimmy…… MORE
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SNOOP DOGG’S BIOPIC COMING TO THE BIG SCREEN
Snoop Dogg, the West Coast rap icon turned cultural mainstay, is officially bringing his life story to the big screen. Read more about Snoop’s upcoming biopic, film and TV deal with Universal inside. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Doggfather has signed a multi-year first-look deal with NBCUniversal through his Death Row Pictures banner, solidifying a…
SNOOP AND NBC
NBC is going from being the Peacock network to the Canine network after inking a new deal with Snoop Dogg. Snoop’s Death Row Pictures has inked a multi-year creative partnership with NBC Universal. Part of the deal will bring him back to The Voice next season, and he’ll continue his cross-platform appearances, like he did…
SHANNON SHARPE ACCUSED OF SEXUAL ASSAULT
Shannon Sharpe is being accused of sexual assault and battery. A civil lawsuit filed in Nevada by Jane Doe says she and Sharpe were in a “rocky consensual relationship” for almost two years. The woman claims that Sharpe recorded their sexual relations without her permission. Jane Doe said the infamous live stream where Sharpe allegedly…
SZA HAS A NEW MAKE UP LINE
SZA‘s new business venture is Not Beauty — literally. She just launched a new cosmetic line under the label. Fans at Grand National Tour stops this weekend were the first to get their hands on products from the new line. The initial offering includes a trio of lip glosses, called In the Flesh, Strawberry Jelly and Quartz,…