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Drake’s record label files motion to dismiss his lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’

Drake’s record label files motion to dismiss his lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’

The legal battle between Drake and Universal Music Group (UMG) has taken another turn, with the label seeking to dismiss the rapper’s lawsuit. The dispute centers around UMG’s role in promoting Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us,” which Drake claims led to harmful consequences. However, UMG is pushing back, arguing that Drake’s claims are unfounded. The…MORE

Dollar General Opens First Arkansas Distribution Center in North Little Rock; 300 Jobs Created

Dollar General Opens First Arkansas Distribution Center in North Little Rock; 300 Jobs Created

Dollar General celebrated the grand opening of its first Arkansas distribution center in North Little Rock, marking a major investment in Pulaski County. The new one-million-square-foot facility, a $160 million project, is expected to create around 300 jobs at full capacity. The event brought together company leaders, employees, families, and local officials, including Arkansas Governor…MORE

R & B legend, Roberta Flack, dies at 88

R & B legend, Roberta Flack, dies at 88

NEW YORK (AP) — Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer and pianist whose intimate vocal and musical style made her one of the top recordings artists of the 1970s and an influential performer long after, died Monday. She was 88. She died at home surrounded by her family, publicist Elaine Schock said in a statement. Flack announced in…MORE

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BJTS 4-17-25

BJTS 4-17-25

Brenda Gilbert, President of the National Dunbar Horace Mann Alumni Association (NDHMAA), along with Reunion Chairperson Deborah Springer Suttlar and Raymond Frazier with Bus Transportation, want to remind everyone that the registration deadline for the upcoming National Dunbar Horace Mann Reunion is April 30th. If you haven’t registered yet or need more information, please contact…

BJTS 4-10-25

BJTS 4-10-25

Kimberly Hayman, founder and executive director of Ashley’s Kloset, an Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports individuals with disabilities and their families, is hosting the annual Boots and Bling Fundraiser. It will take place on Thursday, April 25 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Red and Blue Events Venue. For tickets and more information, visit…

BJTS 4-3-25

BJTS 4-3-25

Kenya Eddings, Director of the Arkansas Minority Health Commission, highlights the organization’s mission to ensure that all minority Arkansans have access to preventive health care. Their goal is to promote wellness and prevent diseases that disproportionately affect minority communities. In recognition of National Nutrition Awareness Month, the focus this month is on healthy eating. For…

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