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04/08/24

Memphis changemakers land massive deals and global recognition 

From Medical Devices and Music to Carbon Capture and Coffee,  Memphis Entrepreneurs Are Making Headlines with Forbes, American Airlines and More  Long credited as the epicenter of soul, culture and innovation, Memphis is changing the world yet again as the capital of the “Digital Delta.” In recent months, Memphians have leveraged technology across sectors including carbon…

03/22/24

THIS BURGEONING RADIO STATION IS CELEBRATING MEMPHIS’ MASSIVE MUSICAL FOOTPRINT – AND FOSTERING NEW CONNECTIONS IN THE COMMUNITY

WYXR is just starting out — but it’s already making big strides in the famed Tennessee music town. Starting a nonprofit radio station from scratch is enough of a cliff to scale in the digital era – even more so when you’re doing it in a famed music mecca like Memphis. How do you capture the…

03/01/24

‘A third of the Bible has to do with healing the sick’: How a medical oasis sprung up in Memphis to cover the working uninsured

Wendy Thompson had a handful of problems, beginning with the fact that walking had become excruciating. One of her knees was virtually bone on bone. She was also experiencing consistently blurred vision, a dangerous way to try to get around in the Tennessee snow and ice. But her greatest pain existed at the level of…

02/27/24

Total home sales are up 21% over January 2023

While the overall average home sale price decreased, the average price of new home sales increased. MEMPHIS, Tenn., Feb. 8, 2024 – Memphis-area home sales for January increased 21.3 percent from a year ago, with 1,231 total sales recorded in the Memphis Area Association of REALTORS® MAARdata property records database. Sales were up 11.4 percent…

02/08/24

“Confederates” Captivates at Hattiloo Theatre

CLEAVON MEABON, IV Dominique Morisseau’s play, under the adept direction of Erma Elzy, weaves together the lives of two Black American women separated by over a century, yet united in their struggle against the institutional racism ingrained within American educational systems. We attended Hattiloo Theatre with Black Theater Nerd for the regional premiere of Dominique…

02/08/24

Hattiloo Theatre: Storied Past, Starry Future

As the legendary Hattiloo Theatre prepares to launch its 18th season, we sat down with founder Ekundayo Bandele to learn more about his story, the history of the theatre, and what’s coming next. by GAYE SWAN In the heart of Memphis, a vibrant cultural gem shines brightly — a beacon of diversity, creativity, and community. As…

01/09/24

Memphis Development Surges into 2024 with Over $16 Billion in Investments

From St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to Ford, Memphis Continues to Innovate and Invest at the Epicenter of Soul Memphis, TN (January 9, 2024) – Long credited as an epicenter of art, innovation and soul, Memphis is surging into 2024 with a flurry of economic investments. As America’s largest majority Black city, talent, investors and…

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Memphis Homecoming Week - 10/18 - 10/26

Memphis Homecoming Kickoff
Oct 18 @ 1PM

Celebrate the start of Memphis Homecoming Week at Handy Park on Beale Street! Enjoy live performances, school pride, and a citywide party you won't forget.

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