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02/17/22

Ways to Give Back this Black History Month

By: Ariel Taranski Cover Photo Credit: Ashley Benham Photography If you had to describe Memphis in one word, first of all, could you? Secondly, which word would you decide is most important above all the rest? Memphis is so rich in history, diversity, life, community, that it’s hard to sum it up so easily. But…

Food & Drink

02/17/22

Black-Owned Restaurants and Food Trucks to Support Year-Round

By: Ariel Taranski Black History Month is a pivotal time in Memphis; not only because our city has been at the center of Black innovation and achievement for generations, but also because we still continue to see Memphis’ Black community influence worldwide culture today. However, part of the importance of this month shouldn’t be forgotten…

Arts

08/05/20

5 Black-Owned Businesses You Can Support Now

Memphis is a city steeped in deep tradition and diversity. Our glorious melting pot of culture and community has a grand history of soul and family, found in the legacy of our black brothers and sisters who have made their homes in Memphis for generations. The following is a quick list of five Black-owned businesses…

Business

06/29/20

Shop Black: Mask makers

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…

Culture

02/27/20

In Memphis, Every Month Can Be Black History Month

“Alexa, play Boys II Men “Goodbye” Is it me or does the last week of Black History Month feel somewhat gloomy? But let’s be honest – in Memphis where 60 some percent of Memphians are Black – every month can be Black History Month. Every month, we should dedicate some time to uplift our history,…

Culture

02/12/20

Millennials Honor Memphis’ Own Black History Figures

Each February we highlight some of the most inspirational African Americans that have ever lived. Some of us revisit and debate Dr. Martin Luther King’s “​I’ve Been to Mountaintop​” speech, some try to make it through all of Alex Haley’s “Roots” series, and others ride down Union Ave. blasting Beyonce’s “Formation”.  I slay.  While keeping…

Culture

02/07/20

The 901 Blackest History Day

Kirstin Cheers There is no better place in the United States to celebrate and honor Black History Month than Memphis, TN. With a population of over 650,000, Black Memphians make up over 65 percent of the Bluff City. Our city’s foundation is hammered by the accomplishments, contributions and triumphs of African Americans from Robert R.…

Entrepreneurship

04/04/18

Memphis named a thriving city for black entrepreneurs

Black entrepreneurship is on the rise nationwide, but not without its challenges. Getting venture capital funding for black business owners remains a struggle—fewer than 1 percent of black founders receive funding, according to Fast Company—which leaves many unable to hire employees. Despite these challenges, Memphis has emerged as America’s top city for black-owned businesses. Ranking…

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