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12/10/20

5 Women DJs Making Noise in the 901

By Brianna Smith-Herman Women DJs have an enriched history! They have always played a critical role in music and dance and, upon closer inspection, women have defied the odds all along. Beyond building careers as vocalists and dancers, they also were risk-taking label managers, scene-defining DJs, visionary artists, and producers. Women are blossoming in an…

Culture

12/03/20

Give Back to Memphis – 5 Organizations you can Support Today

The Holiday season in its deepest essence is about giving. For many in our community who are less fortunate, finding a safe place to stay away from the cold and the elements is incredibly difficult and oftentimes dangerous. Although there are federally provided shelters and resources to help support the homeless community, there are not…

Culture

11/25/20

How to Stay Healthy this Holiday Season!

And just like that, the holiday season is already here! Holiday parties and gatherings are sure to look a little different this year, but we’ve talked to Dr. Manoj K. Jain, a local infectious disease specialist, to get five things you need to know to stay healthy and safe this winter. Keep Gatherings Within the…

Meet

03/31/20

Memphian Spotlight: Raheem Shabazz

Believe it or not, but when you need to get swole in preparation for the NBA draft, and you only have six months to get there, they send you to Memphis. That’s right, to none other than Raheem aka Coach Shabazz! Case in point, Darius Bazley, a top recruit, decided to forego college and a…

Arts

03/25/20

Memphian Spotlight: DJ Pryor

We doubt you can get your kids on his waiting list, but DJ Pryor is the new principal at Memphis Daddy Day Care. #RealTalk His adorable—and hilarious—viral video has been viewed 57 million times across social media. It also showcases the role that millennial dads are playing in young households. Psychological research from families across…

Culture

10/17/19

The Rich Cultural History of South Memphis

South Memphis is steeped in a rich cultural history. From entrepreneurs to creatives, academics to business owners, the people of South Memphis have helped build our city into what it is today–artistic, innovative, and soulful.

Memphian Stories

08/22/19

Evita Robinson

Audacity Fest is right around the corner. As one of the premier festivals in a city known for its festivals, you’re in for a real treat when heading out to the Memphis event. Evita Robinson is one of the heads of the festival and it’s presenting organization, so even if you can only make it…

Memphian Stories

05/23/19

Almetria Turner

Most Southerners can agree that food is one of the cornerstones of our culture.Yeah, other regions of the country eat too, but there’s just something about soul food that brings us comfort and brings us closer together. Like many, Almetria Turner found herself using food to bring her solace during the good times and the…

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