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A Pioneer in Gastroenterology: Dr. Phillip Bowden Celebrated for Innovation and Community Service
His story is an inspiration to us all, reminding us of the power of innovation, the importance of community engagement, and the transformative impact that healthcare professionals can have on the lives of others.
Celebrating a Champion of Education: Wanda Gibbs Honored for Service to Collierville
Gibbs' story is an inspiration to educators, students, and community members alike, reminding us of the transformative power of education and the importance of honoring those who dedicate their lives to shaping future generations.
Level Up Your Leadership: Dr. Rochelle Atkins on Resilience, Coaching, and Thriving in Uncertainty
Drawing from her extensive background in organizational psychology, she helps organizations identify their strengths and weaknesses and her approach to coaching is rooted in a deep understanding of what makes organizations thrive.
Man Found Guilty and Sentenced to Life in Double Homicide Case — Shelby County District Attorney
On November 16, a Shelby County jury convicted Jose Murillo-Salgado on multiple charges, including two counts of first-degree murder by premeditation, two counts of first-degree murder in the perpetration of a felony, and especially aggravated burglary.
Seniors find purpose, revitalization through Meritan’s work and training program — Meritan - Health & Independence Services
Seventy-five low-income seniors, aged 55 or older, are currently in Meritan’s program, which plugs the local population into a wide range of part-time, temporary job placements at non-profits – from libraries, schools and daycares - or training opportunities for them.
Love Will Find A Way: Veteran foster parent a testament to ‘life-changing’ calling — Meritan - Health & Independence Services
Memphian Barbara Love has fostered over 80 children over the years because for her, it’s ‘life-changing.’ “By seeing your kids become happy, it makes you happy,” she exclaims.
Supportive Independent Living Home Ready for Young Adult Women Moving from Foster Care into Society — Meritan - Health & Independence Services
Inside a 1,600-square-foot, furnished one-story house refurbished through Mweritan, three young adult women will learn how to face adulthood challenges in an advantageous arrangement few of their peers are granted
From River to Riches: How Congressman Alexandria-Williams Could Transform Mud Island and President's Island with his Ambitious Plans
This ambitious project, promising to bring 80,000 jobs to the Memphis area, could significantly boost the region's economy and solidify Memphis' position as a global logistics powerhouse.
Juneteenth in Memphis: How Telisa Franklin is Transforming a Historic Celebration into a Catalyst for Change
Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of the enduring struggle for freedom and equality. In Memphis, Telisa Franklin has transformed the celebration into a dynamic and impactful event that honors the past while looking toward the future.
The Influence of Freemasonry on the Lives of Black Mason Men - Memphis Central District PHA
Explore the impact of Freemasonry on the personal and professional lives of black Mason men, focusing on the values and teachings of the organization, networking opportunities, and the role of Masonic lodges as safe spaces for the black community during times of slavery and segregation.
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Providing a Home for Youth at Sarah’s Place
Porter-Leath’s Sarah’s Place is a residential facility on Manassas Street, which has space available for youth who need a safe and nurturing environment to live away from home. Sarah’s Place is operated by clinical staff 24-hours a day and focuses on providing trauma informed support to both youth and their families. Tony Jackson, Jr. is a case manager for Residential Services who sees his role as an opportunity to ‘fill the gap’ for youth at Sarah’s Place. He
Professionalizing early education: Memphis program trains preschool teachers - Chalkbeat Tennessee
Porter-Leath’s Teacher Excellence Program stands out as a model for how other institutions and cities can improve teacher quality and morale in the early childhood education profession, and boost student outcomes.
Introducing the Community Hub and Event Hub: Memphis Urban League's Dynamic New Platforms - Memphis Urban League
Discover Memphis Urban League's dynamic new platforms: the Community Hub and Event Hub. Join us in sharing stories, celebrating achievements, promoting local events, and uniting our Memphis community.
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Antwane Bohanon shares the Issues that are Important to Our Community
Growing prosperity anchors within the context of the framework of our state, but it must also consider the city's particular economic characteristics. As a result, my plan is adapted to the specific conditions that exist inside the city limits of District 9 and continues to uphold the following principles shared by our people and business leaders.
“SICKENED” BY FOOTAGE OF TYRE NICHOLS BRUTAL BEATING, NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE PRESIDENT MARC MORIAL SAYS A DRASTIC CULTURE SHIFT MUST ACCOMPANY POLICE REFORMS - Memphis Urban League
Urban League leaders today extended solidarity andheartfelt sympathy to the family of Tyre Nichols as they pursue justice for his brutal killing at thehands of Memphis police.
COMMITTED TO “UPROOTING THE CULTURE OF POLICE VIOLENCE FROM THE INSIDE OUT” URBAN LEAGUE LEADERS STAND IN SOLIDARY WITH TYRE NICHOLS’ FAMILY - Memphis Urban League
Urban League leaders today extended solidarity andheartfelt sympathy to the family of Tyre Nichols as they pursue justice for his brutal killing at thehands of Memphis police.
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TVA Misleading Memphis on Reliability, Consistently Imports Power from Neighbor MISO - SACE | Southern Alliance for Clean EnergySACE | Southern Alliance for Clean Energy
Memphis Light, Gas, and Water (MLGW), the municipal utility that serves the Memphis area and is the largest customer of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), continues to explore the possibility of leaving…
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Golf - as entertainment - delivered a must-see finish at FedEx St. Jude Championship - TSDMemphis.com
As streams of excited golf fans at the FedEx St. Jude Championship made their way to the third playoff hole, someone in the crowd screamed, “Cue the music; we’re walking in Memphis.” At that point on late Sunday afternoon, thousands upon thousands of others were watching on television to see the conclusion of a golf […]
DA challenger: Cummings, Collierville shootings show need for change - Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian
Former federal prosecutor Linda Harris said Memphians are becoming “desensitized” to violence and that current remedies aren’t working. Harris is one of several candidates who plan to challenge incumbents in the criminal justice system by calling for change.
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Man Convicted in 2016 Downtown Crime Spree That Included Homicides of MPD Officer, Civilian — Shelby County District Attorney
A Criminal Court jury convicted a 26-year-old man Tuesday of killing two people, including a Memphis police officer, and wounding another in unprovoked attacks in 2016 in three separate areas of Downtown, said Shelby County Dist. Atty. Gen. Amy Weirich.
Volunteer with Volunteer Odyssey in April - Choose901
“I should have been a history teacher,” said Volunteer Odyssey volunteer Walker after his first shift as a history tutor. Walker saw an email request calling for history tutors for students living at Dorothy Day House. He decided to give it a try—and while he may have missed his calling to become a full-time teacher, […]
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YouTube Taps Into Memphis' Musical Community - Choose901
YouTube Music wants to help youth in Memphis make the most of their talents! So, they’ve joined forces with UNAPOLOGETIC. and Memphis Slim Collaboratory to provide an immersive, online opportunity for young folks to foster their creative futures. “For this Future Insiders program, we want to empower young creatives here in Memphis to use their […]
Grizzlies dig out of a hole to bury Trailblazers - TSDMemphis.com
Winners of nine of their last 10 games, the Memphis Grizzlies did something Wednesday in the win at Portland that they had not during this streak: come from behind late to secure the victory. Down by six late in the third quarter after having fallen behind by even more in the frame, the Grizzlies dialed […]
Where to Ring in the New Year in Memphis - Choose901
Where will you be when the clock strikes midnight on January 1st, 2022? Allow us to be your guide to get geared up for celebrating New Year's Eve in Memphis! Downtown: New Year's EVE at the Peabody After you party down, wouldn't you like to wake up in the
South Memphis looks forward to more economic development through TIF - TSDMemphis.com
by Candace A. Gray — “It’s a great day in the neighborhood. South Memphis has a TIF, y’all!,” proclaimed Rebecca Matlock Hutchinson, founder and executive director of South City Opportunity Revitalization Empowerment (SCORE) Community Development Corporation . Hutchinson’s infectious excitement touched those who gathered recently at the busy South Memphis intersection of Mississippi Boulevard and […]
Indie Memphis presents Black Creators Forum and Indie Memphis Film Festival - TSDMemphis.com
by Brianna Smith-Herman — Indie Memphis Film Festival presented the 4th Annual Black Creators Forum (BCF) Oct. 15-16. The forum is series of workshops, discussions and speakers led by notable Black critics and industry professionals. The forum’s goal is “to ease the barrier of entry for Black artists who would like to work in film.” […]
Red Bull Dance Your Style debuts in Memphis - Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian
With impromptu choreography and no pre-chosen music, talent from Louisiana and Memphis competed Sunday using styles of jookin’, krumping, locking, popping and more with the audience serving as judges.
Cats On A Plane: Group Flies Felines From Memphis Area To Furr-Ever Homes - La Prensa Latina Media
It was a new beginning and fresh start for 139 kittens and cats that took to the sky Tuesday, en route to waiting families. With Mid-South shelters at capacity, these lucky cats were on their way to find new forever homes in the Pacific Northwest after a seven-hour, 2000-mile flight. Ric Browde, CEO of nonprofit …
Have You Signed Up to Volunteer This Month? - Choose901
I’m sure many of you had “Covid projects,” or new hobbies that came up when we were doing a lot less going out. I tried to learn to sew, tried my hand at having a green thumb. Well, I still have a box of fabric sitting around and I killed rosemary, which is supposedly the
Group Volunteering Matters—for Reasons That Might Surprise You - Choose901
Raise your hand if you’ve ever gathered with a youth group, sorority or fraternity, office team, or other well-meaning band of folks to volunteer. Maybe you painted a wall or two, played with children, or cleaned a building—and no doubt, your group left that place better than you found it. But did it really make
LEGACY: Dr. Erma L. Clanton - All the world was her stage - TSDMemphis.com
While teaching Theater and Communications at the University of Memphis, Dr. Erma L. Clanton tried always to “create new opportunities for our children to act, to speak and to communicate effectively.” Her success at doing so there and elsewhere added to a legacy ripe with living examples of talent nurtured by her guiding hands. Dr. […]
Photo Gallery: FedEx ships aid to earthquake-ravaged Haiti - Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian
The impoverished Caribbean nation of Haiti suffered a magnitude 7.2 earthquake on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021. The death toll is more than 2,200, with hundreds missing. FedEx is among the groups helping out.
From Stax to the Met: Young Memphian to Perform in NYC Opera - Choose901
This Memphian is traveling to New York City and performing at the Met Opera...all before his 13th birthday. If you met him, you might think Caleb Thompson is an ordinary 12-year-old, but he has some extraordinary fall semester plans: he’s making his way from Memphis to New York City to join the roster of
Binghampton Development Corp. optimistic about job training venture - Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian
The BDC Business Hub represents the nonprofit’s most significant job training and creation endeavor yet. The site will also house business tenants aligned with its mission and commitment toward offering more opportunities for Binghampton residents.
Memphian showcases international Black love in ‘Coming to Africa’ - TSDMemphis.com
Award-winning filmmaker and Memphian Anwar Jamison is making his rounds this week at the 2020 Indie Memphis festival to premier his latest film “Coming to Africa.” The film is a light-hearted romantic comedy that boasts social consciousness by diving into a connection of Black love. It features a stellar ensemble cast, including Jamison, Ghanaian actress […]
National Civil Rights Museum hosts 'Green Book' exhibit - Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian
'The Negro Motorist Green Book' from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Services, begins its public life at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, one of a few 'Green Book' locales still in existence.
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