07/09/20
Have you ever heard of Black Wall Street? I did not learn about Black Wall Street during my twelve-year tenure as a Memphis City School student. So here are a few fun facts. In 1921, Tulsa, Oklahoma’s Greenwood District, known as Black Wall Street, was one of the wealthiest African-American communities in the United…
06/29/20
Summer is here, but we’re still in a global pandemic! As restaurants and attractions open back up, it’s important to remember that wearing a mask helps stop the spread of COVID-19. For the safety and health of both yourself and others, we urge you to wear a mask. And if you’ve been inspired to support…
06/16/20
Not everyone moves through today’s world with the same opportunities and access to the same resources. Even basic tools and lessons like hygiene or etiquette may be a foreign concept to some. That’s where Feeling the Look steps in to level the playing field and serve as a resource for women and children in need…
06/15/20
Imani Polk was early in the launch of her clothing design business, IamJourney Designs, when the coronavirus pandemic hit Memphis. She quickly pivoted with a new line, Masked by Imani. Since April she’s sold hundreds of mask and shipped as far as Washington, D.C. “One thing led to another, and suddenly I was sitting at…
05/27/20
Memphis is an exceptional place to live, in large part thanks to its unparalleled city culture. Steeped in a rich history and fueled by promise of the future, Memphis is bursting at the seems with things that help residents strike a balance between jobs and everyday life. The Bluff City has all the cultural amenities…
05/20/20
More and more, remote work is becoming the norm. With modern technology keeping us constantly connected, companies are able to maintain efficiency without needing to fill an office space to the brim with employees. In fact, employees may not even need to live in the same city as there employer anymore, opening up a whole…
05/19/20
In the COVID-19 pandemic, the internet is a crucial tool for finding accurate information and aid. But U.S. Census data shows less than half of all households in some of Memphis’ lowest-income neighborhoods have internet access. “What does it take to really connect with people who are disengaged and disconnected in disinvested communities?,” asked Britney Thornton, founder of…
04/21/20
Lights. Camera. Climate action! In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, we’re digging deeper than the “well said” soundbite or your “well-done” weekly recycling. All you’ll need is a bit of elbow grease and your own patch of earth. The theme for Earth Day 2020 is climate action, and following in the footsteps…
04/08/20
Just because restaurants and bars were ordered to close their doors a few weeks ago doesn’t mean that they’re closed for business. Sadly, hangry people exist everywhere—except Memphis. It’s our job to maintain this well-known statistic by continuing to support our favorite local bars and restaurants. #WeAreMemphis We’ve done some of the heavy liftings…
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