Dr. Aleta Simmons: HELPING OUR SKIN GLOW UP IN NASHVILLE
We sat down with Dr. Aleta Simmons, the only dermatologist in Nashville catering to patients of color. Learn more about her practice and see the skincare tips she has to offer!
Photo Essay: THE AFRICAN AMERICAN GENERATIONAL HOMES STILL STANDING IN SOUTH NASHVILLE
We spoke with South Nashville residents who have roots in the community that go back for generations. Check out what they had to say about their fondest memories in their neighborhood and what it’s like to live there now.
For The Soul: Author Vincent Kelly Approaches Diversity From A Child’s Mindset
He wrote his first book in one night, and the rest was history. Check out Vincent Kelly as he shares. the why behind his latest book All People Are Beautiful.
Meet The Urbaanite: Dr. Justin Dunnavant
Dr. Justin Dunnavent is an archaeologist, currently working on projects in St. Croix and Africatown, Alabama. Read all about Justin’s work and why we need archaeology in studying Black history.
Meet The Urbaanite: Domonique Townsend
Domonique Townsend is a Nashville native, a working mom, and the founder and CEO of We Optimize Work. Learn about what she’s creating in the city and how she balances it all!
From NY To Nashville: The New Creatives On The Block
These ladies made the move from NY to Nashville and never looked back. Check out the new creatives on the block!
For The Soul: A Nashville Doula’s Call To Serve
For The Soul: a 6-part collaboration series between Urbaanite + Nashville Scene to celebrate diverse stories in Nashville and just make you smile. The word…
A HBCU Made Pediatrician Putting Her Patients + Wellness First
Dr. Toni-Ann Wright found her calling early and is bringing all good vibes to her little patients as the newest partner at Rivergate Pediatrics.
This Founder Is Pioneering The CBD Space In Nashville
From a natural foods restaurant to pioneering the CBD space. Tonya Lewis believes this new wellness craze can be an amazing addition to any modern-day product. She is actually betting on it, as the co-founder of NuSachi, a hemp manufacturing startup smack dab in East Nashville.