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So you’ve just finished college, you want to be a leader in your field, and you’re wondering if there’s any way to get practical, relevant
February 10, 2025
So you’ve just finished college, you want to be a leader in your field, and you’re wondering if there’s any way to get practical, relevant
From kitchens to cultural institutions, creative industries, and more, Black folks have been thriving in our city for centuries—and we want to keep it that way.
Memphis is a Place of Refuge Jamison Puckett’s journey to national recognition started in Memphis, the city that he calls home. Born in Memphis, he
Memphis Changemakers Join Change Collective’s Fall 2024 Cohort Memphis continues to shine as a hub of innovation and community spirit, with 21 local leaders selected
Get ready to roll down the river at the Children’s Museum of Memphis! The Great River is the newest renovated exhibit at the Children’s Museum of
On Episode 25 of Just Bluffin’, we talked with Lori Jones of DeNeuville Learning Center for Women (DLC), a nonprofit dedicated to empowering women to
In Memphis, Kristina Tubinis is making an impact with her business, She is. Designs. With over 16 years of experience in corporate and non-profit sectors,
Welcome to your source for the uplifting stories that make Memphis shine! From innovative community projects to heartwarming tales of local heroes, there is so
The doors open at 6pm. If you are a music lover, you’ll want to arrive EARLY to this party so you don’t miss out! FEATURING:
The Soulsville Foundation’s Stax Music Academy (SMA) has launched its 4th annual #MusicMustContinue fundraising campaign. But this year- there is a twist. SMA received a
For our first Signature Series of 2023, we’ve partnered with a local designer who’s using their creativity to craft a universe of their very own.
The Memphis Tech industry is booming and blooming. Actually, the world’s tech industry is booming. This is because technology consumes every facet of our lives
If you haven’t heard of Teach901, it’s a collaborative effort to place talented people in Memphis teaching jobs. From sharing success stories from within the
Nick Tilley is in his second year teaching at Memphis RISE Academy. Originally from Knoxville, Nick joined Teach For America to discover more of what
The Choose901: Alumni program is a cohort of talented individuals currently enrolled or once enrolled in one of eleven Choose901 partner schools. The Choose901 Alumni
Memphis Athletic Ministries (MAM) pumps well-rounded, educated kids into Memphis regularly. Many of these students leave to chase their dreams, knowing they have the support
The fight for Civil Rights in America represented a long, demanding, and strenuous fight. Yet, the determination and drive of each individual that impacted the
If the folks at Outdoors, Inc. hadn’t bet on the “baby” designs skills that Rachelle Cooper, founder of North Evergreen Creative, had, this line of
Each year, Memphis Teacher Residency (MTR) places educated, skilled teachers in under-resourced schools throughout Memphis. These individuals dedicated three years of teaching in Memphis to
The Orpheum is the perfect place to ignite a passion in someone who enjoys theatre. Its rich history, accompanied by the continuation of shared stories,
Binghampton is located in the heart of Memphis, between Midtown and North Memphis. Binghampton began as a racially integrated Memphis town in the late 1800s
Ray LaMontagne took to the Orpheum stage on May 20th, 2022. With Memphis in May coming to a close and Mempho Fest still being beyond
Last Saturday, May 14th, at the Memphis Botanic Gardens, Teach For America Memphis honored the nominees of this years Alumni Awards at their fifth annual
Last year, Grizzlies Prep received the Governor’s Seal Civics Grant to start a middle school civics program. This Civics grant recognizes schools prioritizing teaching our
Since the 2019 NBA Draft, the name Ja Morant has moved into the spotlight. And similar to his actions at the end of the first
There is much to be said about the state of Memphis, TN. I say state, because it’s often considered by lovers and detractors to be
Some tasks we encounter in our lives seem more daunting than others. But, they can become the interceptors that change our lives. This is true
Sometimes you need a sign from the universe to steer you in the right direction when trying to set forth on a new path. The
Medical school to education is quite the career shift. After graduating from North Carolina Chapel Hill, McKenzie Cohen was on track for medical school. However,
Memphis artists are a massive part of the captivating culture that characterizes our city. In an effort to honor the local creative community, Choose901 is