NAACP Juneteenth Celebration Highlights History And Health
The Cookeville-Putnam County NAACP hosting a Juneteenth celebration at Dogwood Park Friday to highlight Black history and address health disparities. Cookeville-Putnam County NAACP Branch President Thomas Savage said the event features a gospel hour to showcase the roots of the Black community. Savage said the event will also focus on specific health issues for Black […]
Local NAACP Branch Protests Congressional Redistricting
NAACP Branch President Tom Savage said a march on the legislature this week tried to make a statement about this week’s redistricting session. Tennessee’s 9th Congressional District covers Memphis and most of its suburbs, and is the only Democratic district in the state. The Cookeville Branch President Tom Savage said the redistricting is not among […]
NAACP Hosts Annual MLK Luncheon
The Cookeville-Putnam County NAACP will host its annual Martin Luther King Jr. luncheon next Monday to honor Dr. King’s legacy and encourage community service. The event is designed to reflect on Dr. King’s impact while also addressing ongoing challenges facing communities of color. Cookeville-Putnam County NAACP President the Tom Savage said King’s work centered on […]
NAACP Honoring Local Fallen African American Veterans
The Cookeville-Putnam County NAACP Branch is partnering with Wreaths Across America once again to honor local fallen African-American veterans. Branch President Tom Savage said this is the third year that the partnership will place wreaths and a flag on the graves of fallen African American veterans throughout the Upper Cumberland. “When you are in war, […]
NAACP Kicks Off 3-Day State Convention In Cookeville
The NAACP kicked off its 2025 state convention in Cookeville Thursday. NAACP Tennessee Branch President and Director Gloria J. Sweet-Love said, for 116 years, the NAACP has stood as a defender for civil rights, a proponent of social justice, and an advocate for equality and meaningful advancement in all aspects of life. Sweet-Love said it […]
NAACP State Convention Coming To Cookeville Next Month
The NAACP State Convention will be held in Cookeville this fall, as the bid to host was awarded to the Cookeville-Putnam County Branch. State Vice President and Cookeville-Putnam County Branch President Tom Savage said he is excited to bring the convention to Cookeville because the opportunity does not come around often. Savage said the convention […]
Cookeville NAACP’s Wheeler Awarded State Woman Of The Year Honors
Cookeville Putnam County NAACP First Vice President Johnnie Wheeler honored by the state organization for her contributions to the community. Wheeler received the Women In NAACP Of The Year Award. The award recognizes women who are making significant contributions to their community through volunteering, charity work, and being an advocate for the NAACP. Wheeler said […]
Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant Empowers and Highlights Youth of Color
This weekend’s Second Annual Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant offers educational funding and skill development for future leaders. Director Johnnie Wheeler said she was excited that the pageant was adding two more classes this year to give opportunities and experience to more young women. Wheeler said the scholarship pageant focuses more on character than appearance. “And to […]
Cookeville/Putnam NAACP Branch To Host Prayer Vigil This Saturday
Cookeville-Putnam NAACP will host a prayer vigil this Saturday at McClellan Avenue Church of Christ. The Executive Committee said it feels this is necessary due to the unrest and unwelcome presence of Neo-Nazis and other white supremacists in the community, specifically the West End Park area. The committee said it wants to come together to pray […]
Putnam NAACP Hosting Breakfast Monday To Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Cookeville-Putnam County NAACP planning its celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 16th. Branch President Tom Savage said the keynote speaker will be Gloria Sweet-Love, President of the Tennessee State Conference NAACP. He said they also plan on serving a hearty breakfast at the Algood United Methodist Church to help people begin the […]
