June 19, 2024

Willie Mays, supreme baseball talent among the best to ever play, dies at 93

ByĀ David K. Li Willie Mays, whose prodigious power, blinding speed and eye-popping defense thrilled fans coast to coast during baseball’s golden era,Ā died Tuesday, the San Francisco Giants announced. He was 93. “It is with great sadness that we announce that San Francisco Giants Legend and Hall of Famer Willie Mays passed away peacefully this afternoon

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When did Juneteenth become a federal holiday? It may have been recognized in 2021 but its roots are much older

By Allie Feinberg Known as America’s second Independence Day, Juneteenth is a reminder of African Americans’ strength and resilience over centuries. Though it didn’t become a national holiday until 2021, it’s been celebrated since 1865. Union troops liberated slaves in Galveston, Texas, to signal the end of slavery. Now, the holiday celebrates not only emancipation,

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Free Sumner health expo with screenings for all, door prizes, lunch, more set for June

By Katie Nixon Free health and wellness services will be available to Sumner County residents of all ages later this month. Screenings for pediatrics, dental and adult health, plus other financial workshops, employment opportunities and CPR trainings are expected on June 29. The TN-Meharry Medical College HBCU Wellness Projectā€™s Health and Wellness EXPO “Wellness Begins

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