An anonymous donor has stepped up to ensure the Bessie Smith Strut will go on, preserving the annual music event honoring the hometown blues singer. The board chairman of the Bessie Smith Cultural Center told the Chattanooga City Council that …
The question of whether the Bessie Smith Strut remains in downtown Chattanooga or is moved to the Riverbend site may hinge on who takes responsible for it. The Chattanooga Times Free Press reported that Chip Baker, executive director of Friends …
Novato, Calif.-based Fireman’s Fund Insurance Co. in partnership with Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty have created an experienced underwriting team to further expand its entertainment division and capabilities in North America. With the addition of this team, Fireman’s Fund has …
The Protector Plan for Events, underwritten by Travelers, has been expanded to go beyond weddings and deliver specific coverages for private special events including parties for anniversaries, birthdays, sweet sixteen celebrations, baby showers, holiday parties, retirements and many others. Consumers …
Sports Insurance Specialists (SIS), LLC, a sports and special events insurance brokerage has opened in Fort Wayne, Ind. The brokerage was started by Jeff Ladd, who most recently served as a liaison for sports insurance markets. The organization specializes in …
The Indiana State Fair canceled its Sunday activities after a deadly stage collapse. At least four people died and dozens were injured Saturday when a strong wind gust toppled the rigging on the stage where country band Sugarland was scheduled …
Heffernan Insurance Brokers has launched a new program called Insurance on the Playa, which offers coverage for participants of the Burning Man event. Coverage can include liability for theme camps, art cars and art installations as well as coverage for …
British Prime Minister David Cameron has urged local authorities not to use bureaucratic rules to prevent street parties celebrating the April 29 royal wedding. Cameron said civic councils should not block plans for parties by imposing rules requiring licenses, insurance …
