Hub City Now: Interview with Brianna Kline

October 1, 2023

In this episode of "Hub City Now with Tyrone Tony Reed Jr.", the host interviews Brianna Kline, Brooks Shaw and Son's Old Country Store marketing and events leader.

Kline spoke about her journey to Jackson and applying for a job as a cashier but getting the one she had actually created.

Kline spoke about the 3rd Annual Clark Shaw Memorial Prayer Walk. This year’s walk continued the work begun by the late Clark Shaw and Jackson First Assembly of God Church Senior Pastor Garry Martin, who coordinated the first prayer walk in the Old Hickory area in 2018. About 550 people and 28 churches were involved in the first walk.

Clark Shaw operated The Old Country Store, which was founded by his father Brooks Shaw in 1965, as a Southern-style buffet, gift and ice cream shoppe, and it has been a tourist destination for more than 50 years. Clark’s son, Brooks, is the third generation Shaw to run the business.

The prayer walk is named in honor of Clark Shaw, who died in November 2020 from COVID-19, and shares his mission to pray for the city as a whole and bring more people to Christ.

Kline also spoke about The Old Country Store's Second Annual Casey Jones Village Festival on The Farm will be held Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., at 56 Casey Jones Lane in Jackson. The fun-filled day offers several activities, including a petting zoo, games, live music and vendors for Guests to enjoy. Admission is free, however guests may want to bring cash to purchase gifts, food and for special activities while visiting.

Individuals can find the latest festival updates by following facebook.com/caseyjonesvillagefestival and visiting caseyjones.com/events.

Open daily year-round (except for Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day), Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store includes the restaurant, Miss Anne’s Ice Cream Shoppe, Miss Juanita’s Gift Shop and the Dixie Café Takeout or Dine-In at 56 Casey Jones Lane in Jackson, Tennessee. Old Country Store will be celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2025. Individuals may learn more by visiting instagram.com/caseyjonesvillage, facebook.com/oldcountrystore and caseyjones.com or calling 731-668-1223.

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Hub City Now: Interview with Brianna Kline

Hub City Now: Interview with singer Kristian Duncan

October 19, 2020 Uncategorized

In this episode of "Hub City Now" host Tyrone Tony Reed Jr. interviewed singer Kristian Duncan.

Duncan spoke about his love of music and spreading his message of love and peace. He also spoke about overcoming depression and who helped him and loved him through it and about his new single “Success” and how the song came about to be because of that person.

Duncan also spoke working behind the music scene and gave advice to those who are thinking about or actively pursuing a career in music.

A portion of the sales of “Success”, which hit number 113 on the Apple iTunes USA R &B/Soul charts, will go to The Piney Woods School’s Woodsen Center, which is hosting a virtual fundraiser to support its scholarship fund. You can find out more at pineywoods.org.

To learn more about Duncan, visit: -Instagram: @kristian_1978 -Facebook: @kristian19782020 -Twitter: @kristian_197820 -Youtube: https://youtu.be/fSJ3333yNgc -Shazam: https://www.shazam.com/track/535283960/success -Spotify: http://bit.ly/HCNKristianDuncaninterview -Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/success-single/1529323886

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Hub City Now : Interview with Dr. Kristina Murphy

April 10, 2022 Uncategorized

In this episode of "Hub City Now with Tyrone Tony Reed Jr.", the host interviewed Dr. Kristina Murphy, Chair of Pharmacy at Christ Community Health Services’ East Jackson location.

Dr. Murphy spoke about how she got into medicine, what it took for her to become a pharmacist and about the new pharmacy at CCHS's East Jackson location, located at 655 Lexington Ave, Jackson, TN 38301.

The pharmacy will provide low-cost medication to Christ Community Health Services’ patients.

Christ Community Health Services expanded healthcare services to the Jackson, TN in 2019, making it the organizations first health center outside of Shelby County. The Jackson health center offers health care to medically underserved communities. Since opening in 2019 the health care center has added women’s health- OB/GYN services and provided care to over 6,000 patients in and around Madison County. The pharmacy is a direct link between patients and much needed affordable medication. Christ Community patients will have the ability to receive same day refills and prescriptions filled on the spot.

“We are fortunate to have Dr. Kristina Murphy, Chair of Pharmacy as part of the team who spearheaded the overall plan for the pharmacy,” said Shantelle Leatherwood, Chief Executive Officer. “Our commitment to Jackson is to continue expanding our services by delivering quality healthcare and spiritual healing to all our patients."

For more information about Christ Community Health Services, visit www.christcommunityhealth.org. To make an appointment at Christ Community Health Services, call (731) 540-0330.

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Hub City Now: Interview with The Ned Presents ‘Dreamgirls’ Cast: Ebony Taylor, Lonita McClellan-Dickerson, and Shamaiya Flagg

August 6, 2023

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In this episode of Hub City Now with Tyrone Tony Reed Jr., the host interviews the three leading actresses in The Ned's upcoming production of "Dreamgirls": Ebony Taylor (who is portraying Effie), Lonita McClellan-Dickerson (who is portraying Deena), and Shamaiya Flagg (who is portraying Lorrel).

This production of Dreamgirls is based off the book and lyrics by Tom Eyen, music by Henry Krieger, the original Broadway Production directed and choreographed by Michael Bennett and orchestrations by Harold Wheeler.

Dreamgirls is the first show in The Ned’s 2024-2025 season. Dreamgirls is directed by Monola Patterson, choreographed by Mona Lisa Lanier, and the music is directed by Dr. James Henning and Lewis Thompson, with Dr. Howard Ramsby consulting. Show dates and times are: Thursday, August 17 @ 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 18 @ 7:00 p.m., Saturday, August 19 @ 2:00 p.m., Thursday, August 24 @ 7:00 p.m,, Friday, August 25 @ 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, August 26 @ 2:00 p.m.

Dreamgirls is a dynamic and thrilling musical that tells the story of a young girl group's rise to fame in the 1960s and 1970s. With electrifying performances, soulful music, and a captivating story, Dreamgirls is a must-see for anyone who loves musicals and the sounds of Motown. Get ready to be transported back in time and experience the heart and soul of the era that changed music forever.

The cast features over 30 Jackson locals who bring to life the various roles in the story, including the iconic Dreams – the trio inspired by the Supremes and originally portrayed on Broadway by Sheryl Lee Ralph, Jennife1r Holliday and Loretta Devine and in the film by Beyonce, Jennifer Hudson, and Anika Noni Rose. Adding to the evening is the 14-member orchestra that Dr. Henning will conduct. From performances to music, you don’t want to miss this show!

Taylor, McClellan-Dickerson and Flagg spoke about the musical, their past performances, why they tried out for Dreamgirls, what other part they would have liked to played, why this musical is important for the women who came before, present women and future women and more. They also gave a sneak peak at their amazing singing power!

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