Southern Progressives

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Bill Freeman
April 21, 2025

National News:

Pope Francis Dies at 88: Latest News

His groundbreaking pontificate worked to make the Catholic Church more inclusive. Cardinals will now decide whether to continue his approach or restore more doctrinaire leadership.

www.nytimes.com/live/2025/04/21/world/pope-francis-updates-vatican?unlocked_article_code=1.BU8.QnGx.apRdGkwiE-YQ&smid=url-share

The Supreme Court bestirs itself

Leaving the Trump regime room to maneuver is always a mistake.

open.substack.com/pub/contrarian/p/the-supreme-court-bestirs-itself?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

Breaking: Supreme Court blocks some Alien Enemies Act removals in Texas-based case

The late-night order from the Supreme Court came amidst fears the Trump administration was preparing for more flights to El Salvador as soon as Saturday.

open.substack.com/pub/chrisgeidner/p/supreme-court-aea-april-late-night-order?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

April 18, 2025

Tonight I had the extraordinary privilege of speaking at the anniversary of the lighting of the lanterns in Boston’s Old North Church, which happened 250 years ago tonight.

open.substack.com/pub/heathercoxrichardson/p/april-18-2025?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

Beyond Darwinism: Kropotkin's Vision of Mutual Aid

What is the role of solidarity and reciprocity in building equitable and sustainable communities?

open.substack.com/pub/jmheatherly/p/beyond-survival-of-the-fittest-kropotkins?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

The Next Terrorist Attack

And What Comes After

open.substack.com/pub/snyder/p/the-next-terrorist-attack?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

State News:

Food insecurity crisis: Impact of federal cuts on Tennessee - Nashville Banner

Rev. Margareat Smithson's small food pantry in Edgehill has been feeding families for decades. Cuts to federal programs makes her job harder.

nashvillebanner.com/2025/04/18/watson-grove-baptist-church-second-harvest

Local News:

The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) confirmed two new measles cases on Thursday, bringing the state’s total to six. The latest cases were identified in Middle Tennessee, and both individuals are currently recovering at home. According to TDH, the new cases were linked to previously confirmed infections, and both individuals are cooperating with public health officials by quarantining to prevent further spread.

At this time, the department reports no known additional exposures tied to the new cases and no evidence of sustained community transmission in Tennessee. This update comes amid an ongoing national measles outbreak affecting more than 700 people across 25 states, with two confirmed deaths reported in the U.S. Health officials continue to monitor the situation and encourage vaccination and public awareness to help prevent further spread of the disease.

The April meeting of the Cherokee Beekeepers Association will be held TOMORROW, Tuesday, April 22, at 7:00 P.M. The meetings are held at the Farmers Co-Op located at 920 Congress Pkwy. N., Athens. You do not need to be a member to attend. The public is welcome.

 Athens City School registration will continue for the upcoming 2025-2026 School Year for Pre-K and Kindergarten students. Pre-K registration packets can be picked up at the ACS Administration Building at 943 Crestway Drive in Athens. Kindergarten registration will be at 316 McMinn Avenue. See their Facebook post HERE for more info.

 This week, the McMinn County Living Heritage Museum is collecting donations for its annual Trash & Treasure Sale. The museum greatly appreciates any donations you have for the sale. Please bring any furniture, lamps, and jewelry to the Museum Guild Room. All other donations can be taken to the Museum Annex. The sale opens to the public on April 24th - 26th from 10am - 5pm Thursday and Friday, Saturday is from 10-3

 The Athens Parks & Recreation Department recently announced that the Athens Regional Park Splash Pad will open for the season on Thursday, May 1. The Ingleside Recreation Complex Pool is scheduled to open on Saturday, May 24. You can reserve either location for a party by visiting athenstn.gov/parks

Political Cartoon:

Seniors:

Love Moves On

An excerpt from "Found and Lost: The Jake and Cait Story" a novel.

open.substack.com/pub/oldster/p/love-moves-on?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false

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