Online – We Are Memphis https://wearememphis.com Fri, 16 Aug 2019 19:21:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.1.1 And finally: Memphis joins in Harlem’s party https://wearememphis.com/news/finally-memphis-joins-harlems-party/ Wed, 14 Aug 2019 19:32:23 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=4137 "Memphis and Harlem are over 1,000 miles apart, but they share a love of soul music and soul food." Check out what The New York Times said about Memphis' partnership with Harlem at HARLEM WEEK 2019!

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]]> “Memphis and Harlem are over 1,000 miles apart, but they share a love of soul music and soul food.” Check out what The New York Times said about Memphis’ partnership with Harlem at HARLEM WEEK 2019!

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]]> The most affordable U.S. city to live on a six-figure salary, revealed https://wearememphis.com/news/affordable-u-s-city-live-six-figure-salary-revealed/ Wed, 07 Aug 2019 14:34:19 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=4071 Living in a major US city presents its fair share of expenses and obstacles — from taxes, to employment rate to rent, to cost of living overall.

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]]> Living in a major US city presents its fair share of expenses and obstacles — from taxes, to employment rate to rent, to cost of living overall.

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]]> Harlem Week https://wearememphis.com/news/harlem-week/ Thu, 18 Jul 2019 19:07:42 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3896 Harlem, New York City and New York State honor Memphis’ 200th anniversary celebrating “A New Century Of Soul” between two iconic communities.

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Harlem, New York City and New York State honor Memphis’ 200th anniversary celebrating “A New Century Of Soul” between two iconic communities.

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]]> Changes to Mud Island River Park bringing in more visitors https://wearememphis.com/news/changes-mud-island-river-park-bringing-visitors/ Tue, 16 Jul 2019 16:49:40 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3889 Mud Island’s mini-makeover has caught the eye of tourists and even locals. An average weekend day last year saw about 100 visitors to the River Park. Now anywhere between 300 to 400 people come to take in the sights during the week.

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]]> Mud Island’s mini-makeover has caught the eye of tourists and even locals. An average weekend day last year saw about 100 visitors to the River Park. Now anywhere between 300 to 400 people come to take in the sights during the week.

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]]> Old Dominick crafts 200 bottles of two-year-old Tennessee Whiskey in celebration of the Memphis Bicentennial! https://wearememphis.com/news/old-dominick-crafts-200-bottles-two-year-old-tennessee-whiskey-celebration-memphis-bicentennial/ Tue, 16 Jul 2019 15:23:52 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3887 Each bottle features a different Memphian. Some are creators, some are leaders, some are activists, and some you’ve probably never heard of, but all helped give our city its soul!

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]]> Each bottle features a different Memphian. Some are creators, some are leaders, some are activists, and some you’ve probably never heard of, but all helped give our city its soul!

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]]> Which US City Has the Lowest Cost of Living? https://wearememphis.com/news/us-city-lowest-cost-living/ Mon, 15 Jul 2019 16:12:33 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3877 Look what move.org said about Memphis!

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]]> Look what move.org said about Memphis!

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]]> 9 Historic Hotels That Have Recently Undergone a Spectacular Upgrade https://wearememphis.com/news/9-historic-hotels-recently-undergone-spectacular-upgrade/ Thu, 11 Jul 2019 15:01:42 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3862 From the countryside of Japan to downtown Memphis, AD surveys those hotels that have beautifully married their historic design with modern aesthetics

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]]> From the countryside of Japan to downtown Memphis, AD surveys those hotels that have beautifully married their historic design with modern aesthetics

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]]> Summer vacations that won’t break the bank https://wearememphis.com/news/summer-vacations-wont-break-bank/ Wed, 03 Jul 2019 19:51:45 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3837 See why Memphis made the list!

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]]> See why Memphis made the list!

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]]> Our Favorite Women-Made Whiskeys https://wearememphis.com/news/favorite-women-made-whiskeys/ Mon, 03 Jun 2019 21:28:13 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3723 The spirits business has never had more women entrepreneurs. That’s a good thing for whiskey lovers.

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]]> The spirits business has never had more women entrepreneurs. That’s a good thing for whiskey lovers.

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]]> Black Women in the Food Industry Working So You Can Eat Well https://wearememphis.com/news/black-women-food-industry-working-can-eat-well/ Wed, 29 May 2019 16:30:27 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3705 Food is life and there are countless ways to enjoy it. The Black women in the food industry listed below are making sure that Black-owned restaurants are represented and that your sweet tooth is satisfied!

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]]> Food is life and there are countless ways to enjoy it. The Black women in the food industry listed below are making sure that Black-owned restaurants are represented and that your sweet tooth is satisfied!

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]]> A teen who was homeless scores more than $3 million in college scholarships https://wearememphis.com/news/teen-homeless-scores-3-million-college-scholarships/ Wed, 29 May 2019 16:24:55 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3703 Memphis high school senior Tupac Mosley maintained a 4.3 GPA, scored a 31 on his ACT, and was named valedictorian — all while dealing with the death of his father and the lack of a permanent home.

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]]> Memphis high school senior Tupac Mosley maintained a 4.3 GPA, scored a 31 on his ACT, and was named valedictorian — all while dealing with the death of his father and the lack of a permanent home.

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]]> Black-Owned Businesses To Support The Next Time You’re In Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/black-owned-businesses-support-next-time-youre-memphis/ Wed, 29 May 2019 15:27:38 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3700 Here are seven black-owned companies to support the next time you’re visiting Memphis Ten.

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]]> Here are seven black-owned companies to support the next time you’re visiting Memphis Ten.

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]]> Word of Mouth: Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/word-mouth-memphis/ Wed, 29 May 2019 14:57:56 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3699 From repurposed architecture to delectable dining spots, a few of our favorites from the city of soul.

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]]> From repurposed architecture to delectable dining spots, a few of our favorites from the city of soul.

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]]> Memphis recruiting: Penny Hardaway adds another five-star recruit and now has the No. 1 recruiting class for 2019 https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-recruiting-penny-hardaway-adds-another-five-star-recruit-now-no-1-recruiting-class-2019/ Tue, 28 May 2019 15:54:36 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3696 The Tigers jump over Kentucky after landing Precious Achiuwa, the No. 14 player in the country

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]]> The Tigers jump over Kentucky after landing Precious Achiuwa, the No. 14 player in the country

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]]> The best and worst metros for savers in 2019, ranked https://wearememphis.com/news/best-worst-metros-savers-2019-ranked/ Wed, 22 May 2019 17:34:03 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3683 Memphis is ranked as one of the best!

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]]> Memphis is ranked as one of the best!

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]]> Global cancer researchers head to Memphis for ‘team science’ conference https://wearememphis.com/news/global-cancer-researchers-head-memphis-team-science-conference/ Tue, 21 May 2019 14:53:02 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3651 This week, renowned researchers and doctors in the field of head and neck cancers will be in Memphis.

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]]> This week, renowned researchers and doctors in the field of head and neck cancers will be in Memphis.

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]]> Memphis’ Best Outdoor Drinking Spots https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-best-outdoor-drinking-spots/ Mon, 20 May 2019 14:28:39 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3647 When it warms up, everyone in Memphis has the same question: Where can we sit outside and drink?

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]]> When it warms up, everyone in Memphis has the same question: Where can we sit outside and drink?

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]]> Memphis Zoo named 8th best zoo in the US in USA Today Readers’ Choice poll https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-zoo-named-8th-best-zoo-us-usa-today-readers-choice-poll/ Thu, 09 May 2019 01:02:07 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3618 The Memphis Zoo is celebrating being named one of the top 10 best zoos in the country. The zoo was one of several up for consideration as the best zoo in the U.S. for USA Today’s 2019 Readers’ Choice poll.

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]]> The Memphis Zoo is celebrating being named one of the top 10 best zoos in the country. The zoo was one of several up for consideration as the best zoo in the U.S. for USA Today’s 2019 Readers’ Choice poll.

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]]> All around Memphis, moving murals will spring up to mark the city’s bicentennial https://wearememphis.com/news/around-memphis-moving-murals-will-spring-mark-citys-bicentennial/ Thu, 02 May 2019 20:47:47 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3572 To mark Memphis’ bicentennial, the Memphis Brand Initiative will project the images of “Next Century Memphians” across the city.

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]]> To mark Memphis’ bicentennial, the Memphis Brand Initiative will project the images of “Next Century Memphians” across the city.

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]]> Bloomberg Philanthropies Announces the American Cities Best at Using Data to Improve Residents’ Lives in 2019 https://wearememphis.com/news/bloomberg-philanthropies-announces-american-cities-best-using-data-improve-residents-lives-2019/ Fri, 26 Apr 2019 17:06:30 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3509 Today, Bloomberg Philanthropies announced the seven cities to achieve 2019 What Works Cities Certification, a national standard of excellence in city governance.

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]]> Today, Bloomberg Philanthropies announced the seven cities to achieve 2019 What Works Cities Certification, a national standard of excellence in city governance.

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]]> With technology and transparency, Indigo Ag seeks to disrupt the agriculture industry https://wearememphis.com/news/technology-transparency-indigo-ag-seeks-disrupt-agriculture-industry/ Fri, 26 Apr 2019 15:58:13 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3507 Being in Memphis makes sense. It brings the company closer to the farmers who would use the coating.

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]]> Being in Memphis makes sense. It brings the company closer to the farmers who would use the coating.

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]]> 10 Memphis Barbecue Joints You Have to Visit https://wearememphis.com/news/10-memphis-barbecue-joints-visit/ Wed, 24 Apr 2019 15:03:55 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3493 Each spring, more than 75,000 people descend on Memphis for the World Championship of Barbecue. We scoured the Grind City to find the most authentic barbecue joints you can sample during the event.

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]]> Each spring, more than 75,000 people descend on Memphis for the World Championship of Barbecue. We scoured the Grind City to find the most authentic barbecue joints you can sample during the event.

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]]> Spirits & Soul brings a taste of Tennessee whiskey to Downtown https://wearememphis.com/news/spirits-soul-brings-taste-tennessee-whiskey-downtown/ Wed, 24 Apr 2019 15:00:03 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3491 Downtown Memphis is the place to be for Tennessee whiskey lovers this weekend – and that’s official Tennessee whiskey as well as other kinds of whiskey made in the state. We have a big birthday, so the Tennessee Whiskey Trail is coming to us.

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]]> Downtown Memphis is the place to be for Tennessee whiskey lovers this weekend – and that’s official Tennessee whiskey as well as other kinds of whiskey made in the state. We have a big birthday, so the Tennessee Whiskey Trail is coming to us.

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]]> Southern Equality Fund Spotlight: Memphis Black Fashion Week Founder Stixx Mathews https://wearememphis.com/news/southern-equality-fund-spotlight-memphis-black-fashion-week-founder-stixx-mathews/ Thu, 18 Apr 2019 20:24:32 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3447 One of the campaigns for Southern Equality’s central programs is the Southern Equality Fund, through which they provide funding and training to Southern LGBTQ folks doing heroic organizing in their hometowns.

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]]> One of the campaigns for Southern Equality’s central programs is the Southern Equality Fund, through which they provide funding and training to Southern LGBTQ folks doing heroic organizing in their hometowns.

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]]> St. Jude develops cure for ‘bubble boy’ disease https://wearememphis.com/news/st-jude-develops-cure-bubble-boy-disease/ Thu, 18 Apr 2019 19:47:45 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3445 A disease made well-known by John Travolta and a 1976 TV movie has been cured in Memphis.

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]]> A disease made well-known by John Travolta and a 1976 TV movie has been cured in Memphis.

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]]> In Memphis, Community Leadership Drives the Transformation of an Abandoned Sears Warehouse into a Vertical Urban Village https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-community-leadership-drives-transformation-abandoned-sears-warehouse-vertical-urban-village/ Thu, 11 Apr 2019 18:48:55 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3393 The biggest adaptive reuse initiative in Tennessee and the largest LEED Platinum Certified historic adaptive reuse project in the world, the $210 million complex was nearly a decade in the making.

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]]> The biggest adaptive reuse initiative in Tennessee and the largest LEED Platinum Certified historic adaptive reuse project in the world, the $210 million complex was nearly a decade in the making.

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]]> Old Dominick Distillery’s Alex Castle On Spirits, Why She Calls Memphis Her Home & More https://wearememphis.com/news/old-dominick-distillerys-alex-castle-spirits-calls-memphis-home/ Tue, 09 Apr 2019 14:18:07 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3361 Based in Memphis, Tennessee, the Old Dominick Distillery is a 50,000 square-foot set of historic industrial buildings that have been restored as a spirits distillery.

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]]> Based in Memphis, Tennessee, the Old Dominick Distillery is a 50,000 square-foot set of historic industrial buildings that have been restored as a spirits distillery.

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]]> Why Capital Should Come To The Majority-Minority City Building Inclusive Innovation https://wearememphis.com/news/capital-come-majority-minority-city-building-inclusive-innovation/ Fri, 29 Mar 2019 20:00:34 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3270 Memphis' innovation leaders are carefully building inclusion, community, and civic responsibility into their entrepreneurial ecosystem. San Francisco, New York, and Boston—take note

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]]> Memphis’ innovation leaders are carefully building inclusion, community, and civic responsibility into their entrepreneurial ecosystem. San Francisco, New York, and Boston—take note

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]]> ‘Significant’ music industry growth seen among promising job sectors https://wearememphis.com/news/significant-music-industry-growth-seen-among-promising-job-sectors/ Fri, 29 Mar 2019 19:58:04 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3268 The Memphis & Shelby County Regional Economic Alliance met publicly for the first time and agreed on priorities for job growth, ranging from transportation and logistics to the music industry.

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]]> The Memphis & Shelby County Regional Economic Alliance met publicly for the first time and agreed on priorities for job growth, ranging from transportation and logistics to the music industry.

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]]> 10 U.S. Destinations That Are Perfect For Black Singles https://wearememphis.com/news/10-u-s-destinations-perfect-black-singles/ Wed, 27 Mar 2019 17:17:17 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3253 Here is a list of some cities around the country where black people are young, educated, and thriving.

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]]> Here is a list of some cities around the country where black people are young, educated, and thriving.

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]]> Three POC Entrepreneurs Discuss Blasting Past Their Startup Fears https://wearememphis.com/news/three-poc-entrepreneurs-discuss-blasting-past-startup-fears/ Tue, 26 Mar 2019 19:29:32 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3246 Three founders share how they got over their own biggest fears to keep moving toward success.

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]]> Three founders share how they got over their own biggest fears to keep moving toward success.

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]]> Memphis, Shelby County to kick off ‘New Century of Soul’ https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-shelby-county-kick-off-new-century-soul/ Fri, 22 Mar 2019 15:12:56 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3236 Memphis and Shelby County officials announced a number of bicentennial events for an ongoing celebration coined "A New Century of Soul."

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]]> Memphis and Shelby County officials announced a number of bicentennial events for an ongoing celebration coined “A New Century of Soul.”

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]]> The best places to travel to this May https://wearememphis.com/news/best-places-travel-may/ Tue, 19 Mar 2019 15:32:18 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3223 If you’ve heard rumblings about Memphis making a comeback, there’s no better month to get out and see it than May, when downtown hosts the massive Memphis in May festival.

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]]> If you’ve heard rumblings about Memphis making a comeback, there’s no better month to get out and see it than May, when downtown hosts the massive Memphis in May festival.

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]]> Could Memphis be the Silicon Valley of ag? https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-silicon-valley-ag/ Wed, 13 Mar 2019 20:27:20 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3210 Agriculture is a $5 trillion industry that affects everyone, from the foods they eat to the clothes they wear. It has yet to be fully disrupted by technology or innovation, but that’s about to change.

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]]> Agriculture is a $5 trillion industry that affects everyone, from the foods they eat to the clothes they wear. It has yet to be fully disrupted by technology or innovation, but that’s about to change.

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]]> Black Theatres Across the U.S. https://wearememphis.com/news/black-theatres-across-u-s/ Wed, 13 Mar 2019 15:02:00 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3207 A listing of arts organizations dedicated to producing stage work about the African American and Black experience, and to developing artists and audiences of color.

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]]> A listing of arts organizations dedicated to producing stage work about the African American and Black experience, and to developing artists and audiences of color.

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]]> Not just BBQ and blues: inclusive places to visit in Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/not-just-bbq-blues-inclusive-places-visit-memphis/ Wed, 06 Mar 2019 18:12:14 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3126 The city of Memphis is most known for Graceland and other historical haunts like Beale Street. But a recent rise in its millennial population (4th fastest rate in the country, according to TIME) has sparked a revitalization of its arts and culture scene.

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]]> The city of Memphis is most known for Graceland and other historical haunts like Beale Street. But a recent rise in its millennial population (4th fastest rate in the country, according to TIME) has sparked a revitalization of its arts and culture scene.

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]]> Top 5 cities for Americans earning $50,000 https://wearememphis.com/news/top-5-cities-americans-earning-50000/ Wed, 06 Mar 2019 17:45:59 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3125 GOBankingRates looked at the 100 most populous metropolitan areas and analyzed a number of factors including median rent, the cost of groceries, utilities and transportation, as well as taxes to determine where a $50,000 salary would get you the furthest.

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]]> GOBankingRates looked at the 100 most populous metropolitan areas and analyzed a number of factors including median rent, the cost of groceries, utilities and transportation, as well as taxes to determine where a $50,000 salary would get you the furthest.

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]]> The Impact Of A Profound Gentleman https://wearememphis.com/news/impact-profound-gentleman/ Mon, 04 Mar 2019 17:24:08 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3113 As the next generation is groomed to take over the world, meet a few Profound Gentleman who are responsible for helping make our future leaders knowlegable.

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]]> As the next generation is groomed to take over the world, meet a few Profound Gentleman who are responsible for helping make our future leaders knowlegable.

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]]> Memphis’ Goal: To Grow Revenue At Minority-Owned Firms By $50M In Five Years https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-goal-grow-revenue-minority-owned-firms-50m-five-years/ Mon, 25 Feb 2019 16:53:35 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3069 The future of entrepreneurship in America will include many more people of color than in the past, as recent data shows.

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]]> The future of entrepreneurship in America will include many more people of color than in the past, as recent data shows.

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]]> The 2019 World’s Most Innovative Companies https://wearememphis.com/news/2019-worlds-innovative-companies/ Thu, 21 Feb 2019 17:15:56 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3061 Indigo Ag took the 35th spot!

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]]> Indigo Ag took the 35th spot!

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]]> Ann Arbor and Memphis are among the top cities for female founders raising their first round https://wearememphis.com/news/ann-arbor-memphis-among-top-cities-female-founders-raising-first-round/ Tue, 19 Feb 2019 20:23:00 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3057 A study out today on the state of venture-backed, female-founded startups in the U.S. features geographic data Heartland startup leaders might want to take note of.

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]]> A study out today on the state of venture-backed, female-founded startups in the U.S. features geographic data Heartland startup leaders might want to take note of.

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]]> FedEx Logistics moving global HQ Downtown in $47M project https://wearememphis.com/news/fedex-logistics-moving-global-hq-downtown-47m-project/ Tue, 12 Feb 2019 17:59:50 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3021 About 660 FedEx Logistics employees will soon occupy the Gibson Guitar Factory building in Downtown Memphis.

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]]> About 660 FedEx Logistics employees will soon occupy the Gibson Guitar Factory building in Downtown Memphis.

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]]> GET THEE TO THE FOUR WAY RESTAURANT IN MEMPHIS https://wearememphis.com/news/get-thee-four-way-restaurant-memphis/ Thu, 07 Feb 2019 18:24:40 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=3009 Why we urge you to dine at this beacon of civil rights history, Southern heritage, and the epitome of Tennessee soul food.

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]]> Why we urge you to dine at this beacon of civil rights history, Southern heritage, and the epitome of Tennessee soul food.

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]]> This Woman Is Using Her Platform To Uplift Black Artists https://wearememphis.com/news/woman-using-platform-uplift-black-artists/ Wed, 30 Jan 2019 16:57:41 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2967 When it comes to equity in the art world ecosystem, everything is not as it seems.

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]]> When it comes to equity in the art world ecosystem, everything is not as it seems.

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]]> Why Memphis Is the Hottest Southern Destination of 2019 https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-hottest-southern-destination-2019/ Tue, 29 Jan 2019 21:22:20 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2963 Memphis seems to be on everyone’s radar right now. Here’s what’s making this Southern city known for shaking hips, quacking ducks, and all things pink a must-go in 2019.

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]]> Memphis seems to be on everyone’s radar right now. Here’s what’s making this Southern city known for shaking hips, quacking ducks, and all things pink a must-go in 2019.

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]]> Where to Go in 2019 https://wearememphis.com/news/where-to-go-in-2019/ Tue, 29 Jan 2019 21:20:27 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2960 TripSavvy’s picks for your upcoming year of travel

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]]> TripSavvy’s picks for your upcoming year of travel

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]]> Cricket Wireless Launching Small Business Funding Contest https://wearememphis.com/news/cricket-wireless-launching-small-business-funding-contest/ Tue, 29 Jan 2019 16:58:24 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2947 Memphis is listed as one of the 15 cities with high concentrations of black entrepreneurs who can participate in the contest.

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]]> Memphis is listed as one of the 15 cities with high concentrations of black entrepreneurs who can participate in the contest.

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]]> This Entrepreneur is Helping Women Invest in Memphis Restaurants https://wearememphis.com/news/entrepreneur-helping-women-invest-memphis-restaurants/ Mon, 28 Jan 2019 20:55:52 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2945 Memphis is becoming one of the best food cities in America. In part, that’s due to efforts of locals like Lisa Toro.

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]]> Memphis is becoming one of the best food cities in America. In part, that’s due to efforts of locals like Lisa Toro.

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]]> Why Memphis Is One Of Our Favorite American Food Cities https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-one-favorite-american-food-cities/ Mon, 28 Jan 2019 16:54:57 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2944 Soul food, community, warmth, and diversity made the 2018 SAVEUR Blog Awards experience a transformative one.

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]]> Soul food, community, warmth, and diversity made the 2018 SAVEUR Blog Awards experience a transformative one.

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]]> FedEx Earns No. 10 Spot on the FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies List https://wearememphis.com/news/fedex-earns-no-10-spot-fortune-worlds-admired-companies-list/ Thu, 24 Jan 2019 16:57:38 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2915 FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) is once again ranked among the most admired companies in the world, according to a survey published in FORTUNE magazine.

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]]> FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) is once again ranked among the most admired companies in the world, according to a survey published in FORTUNE magazine.

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]]> Ten Ways to Get to Know Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/ten-ways-get-know-memphis/ Tue, 22 Jan 2019 21:49:06 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2903 Memphis, Tennessee is keeping the past alive by reimagining and renewing old buildings, landmarks, and icons. Instead of knocking down existing historic

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]]> Memphis, Tennessee is keeping the past alive by reimagining and renewing old buildings, landmarks, and icons. Instead of knocking down existing historic

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]]> The Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker 2019: Big Cities https://wearememphis.com/news/best-places-live-work-moviemaker-2019-big-cities/ Wed, 16 Jan 2019 19:58:14 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2890 Memphis is one of the best big cities to call home and “Action.”

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]]> Memphis is one of the best big cities to call home and “Action.”

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]]> The CLTV Is Shifting The Black Arts Narrative In Memphis To New Heights With Gallery Opening https://wearememphis.com/news/cltv-shifting-black-arts-narrative-memphis-new-heights-gallery-opening/ Mon, 14 Jan 2019 16:01:51 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2881 The CLTV is a commune of Black creators who are continuing the rich, creative legacy embedded within the city’s framework.

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]]> The CLTV is a commune of Black creators who are continuing the rich, creative legacy embedded within the city’s framework.

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]]> The best places to travel in 2019 https://wearememphis.com/news/best-places-travel-2019/ Wed, 02 Jan 2019 21:53:58 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2824 Frommer’s editorial director Pauline Frommer shares her top getaways for every type of traveler.

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]]> Frommer’s editorial director Pauline Frommer shares her top getaways for every type of traveler.

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]]> How A Memphis Food Hall Is Transforming Refugee Lives And The Community https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-food-hall-transforming-refugee-lives-community/ Wed, 02 Jan 2019 18:50:53 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2813 At a time when refugees are feeling less welcome than ever in the U.S., a group of them have built new lives in a Southern city by sharing their food and culture with locals.

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]]> At a time when refugees are feeling less welcome than ever in the U.S., a group of them have built new lives in a Southern city by sharing their food and culture with locals.

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]]> Memphis restaurants featured on Travel Channel’s “The Zimmern List” https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-restaurants-featured-travel-channels/ Mon, 17 Dec 2018 16:32:13 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2777 Andrew Zimmern shares his five favorite restaurants in Memphis on the upcoming “Memphis” segment of his Travel Channel Show “The Zimmern List.

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]]> Andrew Zimmern shares his five favorite restaurants in Memphis on the upcoming “Memphis” segment of his Travel Channel Show “The Zimmern List.

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]]> Startup now worth more than $1B seeks incentives, is moving headquarters to Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/startup-now-worth-1b-seeks-incentives-moving-headquarters-memphis/ Mon, 17 Dec 2018 16:23:37 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2776 Startup darling Indigo Ag announced that they will be bringing hundreds of new jobs to Downtown, Memphis

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]]> Startup darling Indigo Ag announced that they will be bringing hundreds of new jobs to Downtown, Memphis

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]]> Memphis is one of the top emerging destinations in North America https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-one-top-emerging-destinations-north-america/ Tue, 11 Dec 2018 22:50:10 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2743 Memphis is one of the best travel destinations in North America according to Travel Lemming.

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]]> Memphis is one of the best travel destinations in North America according to Travel Lemming.

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]]> Greetings from Junt Land https://wearememphis.com/news/greetings-junt-land/ Mon, 03 Dec 2018 22:36:14 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2702 Memphian Munirah Safiyah Jones is the creator behind a web series called "Junt Land." Her “eclectic mix of satirical, anecdotal & introspective visuals” take on dating culture, body image, and whatever else she feels inspired to tackle. The debut video

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]]> Memphian Munirah Safiyah Jones is the creator behind a web series called “Junt Land.” Her “eclectic mix of satirical, anecdotal & introspective visuals” take on dating culture, body image, and whatever else she feels inspired to tackle. The debut video

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]]> Historic $50M donation to fund St. Jude Family Commons https://wearememphis.com/news/historic-50m-donation-fund-st-jude-family-commons/ Mon, 03 Dec 2018 22:31:39 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2700 Chandler Howard was a freshman in high school when he started getting headaches, neck and back pain.

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]]> Chandler Howard was a freshman in high school when he started getting headaches, neck and back pain.

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]]> Frommer’s Best Places to Go in 2019 https://wearememphis.com/news/frommers-best-places-go-2019/ Fri, 30 Nov 2018 20:44:58 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2691 Memphis was just named one of the top 19 travel destinations by Frommer's Travel Guides!

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]]> Memphis was just named one of the top 19 travel destinations by Frommer’s Travel Guides!

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]]> Demand grows for downtown Memphis apartments https://wearememphis.com/news/demand-grows-downtown-memphis-apartments/ Wed, 28 Nov 2018 17:51:27 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2668 Demand is growing for apartments in downtown Memphis with thousands more planned in the coming years.

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]]> Demand is growing for apartments in downtown Memphis with thousands more planned in the coming years.

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]]> Governor, Chamber announce Mimeo HQ move to Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/governor-chamber-announce-mimeo-hq-move-memphis/ Mon, 19 Nov 2018 21:50:53 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2636 Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and the Greater Memphis Chamber announced Mimeo.com's headquarters will relocate to Memphis.

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]]> Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and the Greater Memphis Chamber announced Mimeo.com’s headquarters will relocate to Memphis.

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]]> State approves TDZ for Fairgrounds redevelopment https://wearememphis.com/news/state-approves-tdz-fairgrounds-redevelopment/ Mon, 19 Nov 2018 21:47:11 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2634 A state panel approved Memphis' request Monday for a Fairgrounds Tourism Development Zone to help fund an estimated $150 million project complete with a youth sports and events complex that will depend on the construction of a privately developed hotel.

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]]> A state panel approved Memphis’ request Monday for a Fairgrounds Tourism Development Zone to help fund an estimated $150 million project complete with a youth sports and events complex that will depend on the construction of a privately developed hotel.

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]]> Downtown Memphis is majorly millennial https://wearememphis.com/news/downtown-memphis-majorly-millennial/ Fri, 09 Nov 2018 19:56:59 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2606 Memphis is home to the most millennial-laden ZIP code in Tennessee and one of the top ones in the nation, according to a recent RENTCafe study of Census Bureau data.

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]]> Memphis is home to the most millennial-laden ZIP code in Tennessee and one of the top ones in the nation, according to a recent RENTCafe study of Census Bureau data.

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]]> The 2018 Architect 50 https://wearememphis.com/news/2018-architect-50/ Fri, 09 Nov 2018 16:36:36 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2604 Archimania ranks among the top 50 firms of 2018.

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]]> Archimania ranks among the top 50 firms of 2018.

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]]> Liz Brasher announces debut album, shares power ballad ‘Love Feasts’ https://wearememphis.com/news/liz-brasher-announces-debut-album-shares-power-ballad-love-feasts/ Tue, 23 Oct 2018 21:15:11 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2519 Memphis soul-rock singer’s LP ‘Painted Image’ due January 18th.

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]]> Memphis soul-rock singer’s LP ‘Painted Image’ due January 18th.

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]]> Best cities for jobs: See why Memphis made the list https://wearememphis.com/news/best-cities-jobs-see-memphis-made-list/ Fri, 19 Oct 2018 14:28:30 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2508 Memphis is among the best metro areas for jobs. Glassdoor ranked large areas based on job opportunities, satisfaction and costs.

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]]> Memphis is among the best metro areas for jobs. Glassdoor ranked large areas based on job opportunities, satisfaction and costs.

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]]> What Memphis means to Grizzlies star Marc Gasol https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-means-grizzlies-star-marc-gasol/ Thu, 18 Oct 2018 14:35:15 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2503 Talking to the three-time NBA All-Star about Memphis, traveling during the season and playing tourist in his native Barcelona.

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]]> Talking to the three-time NBA All-Star about Memphis, traveling during the season and playing tourist in his native Barcelona.

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]]> Memphis downtown boom fueled by riverfront city’s rich history https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-downtown-boom-fueled-riverfront-citys-rich-history/ Thu, 27 Sep 2018 21:29:33 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2409 Adaptive reuse of breweries, bakeries, and warehouses have brought new life to Bluff City.

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]]> Adaptive reuse of breweries, bakeries, and warehouses have brought new life to Bluff City.

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]]> America needs more black male educators so these Profound Gentlemen are doing something about it https://wearememphis.com/news/america-needs-black-male-educators-profound-gentlemen-something/ Wed, 29 Aug 2018 17:07:06 +0000 http://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2245 Black males make up 2 percent of educators in the United States, but Profound Gentlemen is changing that.

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]]> Black males make up 2 percent of educators in the United States, but Profound Gentlemen is changing that.

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]]> Renting is on the rise in the U.S., and Memphis is now No. 1 https://wearememphis.com/news/renting-rise-u-s-memphis-now-no-1/ Thu, 09 Aug 2018 18:00:56 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2096 Memphis had the largest increase in renters from 2006 to 2016 among the 50 largest metros in the U.S.

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]]> Memphis had the largest increase in renters from 2006 to 2016 among the 50 largest metros in the U.S.

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]]> Memphis organization creates safe space for Black artists to express themselves https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-organization-creates-safe-space-black-artists-express/ Wed, 01 Aug 2018 20:10:57 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=2034 Black artists are often faced with limited opportunities within the creative space, and even when opportunity presents itself, it often shows up in the form of tokenism. The CLTV was born out of the need to change that and to provide a safe, open space for Black artists to express themselves; boldly and without remorse. We […]

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]]> Black artists are often faced with limited opportunities within the creative space, and even when opportunity presents itself, it often shows up in the form of tokenism. The CLTV was born out of the need to change that and to provide a safe, open space for Black artists to express themselves; boldly and without remorse. We caught up with Victoria Jones, founder of The CLTV.

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]]> A Visit To Memphis Is All About Honoring MLK While Also Moving Forward https://wearememphis.com/news/visit-memphis-honoring-mlk-also-moving-forward/ Thu, 12 Jul 2018 17:46:23 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1924 The post A Visit To Memphis Is All About Honoring MLK While Also Moving Forward appeared first on We Are Memphis.

]]> The post A Visit To Memphis Is All About Honoring MLK While Also Moving Forward appeared first on We Are Memphis.

]]> Another large Amazon facility on its way to Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/another-large-amazon-facility-way-memphis/ Wed, 11 Jul 2018 22:13:34 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1922 Another large Amazon distribution center is set to arrive in Memphis soon.

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]]> Another large Amazon distribution center is set to arrive in Memphis soon.

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]]> From Blight to Bright Lights in Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/blight-bright-lights-memphis/ Fri, 18 May 2018 15:17:09 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1667 Increased local efforts have transformed blighted areas into buzzy social hot spots, attracting tourists along the way.

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]]> Increased local efforts have transformed blighted areas into buzzy social hot spots, attracting tourists along the way.

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]]> The top 20 U.S. cities to buy a second home https://wearememphis.com/news/top-20-u-s-cities-buy-second-home/ Fri, 20 Apr 2018 22:01:13 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1513 Memphis ranks as the third-best U.S. city to buy a vacation home.

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]]> Memphis ranks as the third-best U.S. city to buy a vacation home.

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]]> The promise of Memphis, a city haunted by the guilt of Dr. King’s death https://wearememphis.com/news/promise-memphis-city-haunted-guilt-dr-kings-death-opinion/ Wed, 18 Apr 2018 21:09:12 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1496 Despite the wound of Dr. King’s assassination, the power and promise of Memphis rests firmly within its people.

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]]> Despite the wound of Dr. King’s assassination, the power and promise of Memphis rests firmly within its people.

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]]> These are the best cities for job seekers right now https://wearememphis.com/news/best-cities-job-seekers-right-now/ Tue, 17 Apr 2018 19:42:51 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1490 A new study reveals that Memphis is among the best cities for job seekers in 2018.

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]]> A new study reveals that Memphis is among the best cities for job seekers in 2018.

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]]> Photos: National Civil Rights Museum Honors MLK’s Legacy and Centuries of History https://wearememphis.com/news/photos-national-civil-rights-museum-honors-mlks-legacy-centuries-history/ Mon, 16 Apr 2018 20:58:51 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1489 A look at the National Civil Rights Museum around MLK50.

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]]> A look at the National Civil Rights Museum around MLK50.

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]]> 24 Women Our Favorite Entrepreneurs Want You To Know https://wearememphis.com/news/24-women-favorite-entrepreneurs-want-know/ Mon, 16 Apr 2018 20:57:33 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1488 24 inspiring businesswomen who are worth following.

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]]> 24 inspiring businesswomen who are worth following.

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]]> 5 great places to visit in May https://wearememphis.com/news/5-great-places-visit-may/ Mon, 16 Apr 2018 20:25:23 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1487 Memphis named in the top 5 as a top destination of choice for travelers in May.

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]]> Memphis named in the top 5 as a top destination of choice for travelers in May.

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]]> Memphis, Tenn., Honors 1968 Sanitation Workers With I Am a Man Plaza https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-tenn-honors-1968-sanitation-workers-man-plaza/ Fri, 13 Apr 2018 18:04:46 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1465 The I Am a Man sculpture is the centerpiece of Memphis, Tenn.’s new plaza dedicated to the 1968 Memphis sanitation strikers.

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]]> The I Am a Man sculpture is the centerpiece of Memphis, Tenn.’s new plaza dedicated to the 1968 Memphis sanitation strikers.

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]]> Memphis cracks ‘best cities for job seekers’ list https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-cracks-best-cities-job-seekers-list/ Fri, 13 Apr 2018 15:40:05 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1459 The Bluff City ranked No. 23 on a new 2018 report from job site Indeed.

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]]> The Bluff City ranked No. 23 on a new 2018 report from job site Indeed.

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]]> FedEx St. Jude Invitational to join World Golf Championships circuit https://wearememphis.com/news/fedex-st-jude-invitational-join-world-golf-championships-circuit/ Fri, 13 Apr 2018 15:32:11 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1458 Starting in the 2018-2019 PGA Tour season, the FedEx St. Jude Classic (FESJC) will transform to the FedEx St. Jude Invitational and will take a spot on the World Golf Championships circuit.

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]]> Starting in the 2018-2019 PGA Tour season, the FedEx St. Jude Classic (FESJC) will transform to the FedEx St. Jude Invitational and will take a spot on the World Golf Championships circuit.

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]]> Memphis at Work Means More Fun for You https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-work-means-fun/ Mon, 09 Apr 2018 21:03:53 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1444 An insider guide to some of the best ways to experience Memphis.

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]]> An insider guide to some of the best ways to experience Memphis.

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]]> The City Of Memphis Is Keeping Martin Luther King Jr’s Dream Alive While Still Blazing A New Trail https://wearememphis.com/news/city-memphis-keeping-martin-luther-king-jrs-dream-alive-still-blazing-new-trail/ Wed, 04 Apr 2018 20:50:16 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1393 Memphis’s Future Is Built On Fulfilling Dr. King’s Dream

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]]> Memphis’s Future Is Built On Fulfilling Dr. King’s Dream

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]]> 36 Hours in Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/36-hours-memphis/ Thu, 22 Mar 2018 20:30:48 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1288 If you only had 36 hours, where would you go in Memphis? Discover where the The New York Times went.

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]]> If you only had 36 hours, where would you go in Memphis? Discover where the The New York Times went.

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]]> The best places in the world to visit this May https://wearememphis.com/news/best-places-world-visit-may/ Thu, 22 Mar 2018 20:21:49 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1286 Discover why Memphis is an international destination of choice during May.

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]]> The Growth of Women in Business https://wearememphis.com/news/growth-women-business/ Tue, 13 Mar 2018 19:23:56 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1196 Memphis is America’s number one boomtown for female entrepreneurs.

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]]> CodeCrew Brings Computer Science Education to Memphis Kids https://wearememphis.com/news/codecrew-brings-computer-science-education-memphis-kids/ Tue, 13 Mar 2018 15:36:13 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1193 Computer science education is sorely lacking in cities all around the country—but in Memphis, Meka Egwuekwe, Petya Grady and Audrey Jones-Willis are working to change that with CodeCrew, their nonprofit that teaches underrepresented youth vital programming and software development .

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]]> Computer science education is sorely lacking in cities all around the country—but in Memphis, Meka Egwuekwe, Petya Grady and Audrey Jones-Willis are working to change that with CodeCrew, their nonprofit that teaches underrepresented youth vital programming and software development .

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]]> Church Health’s Memphis Teaching Kitchen Promotes Healthy Bodies and Communities https://wearememphis.com/news/church-healths-memphis-teaching-kitchen-promotes-healthy-bodies-communities/ Fri, 02 Mar 2018 17:10:06 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1135 Church Health is promoting healthy bodies and communities in Memphis through their Learning Kitchen.

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]]> Rise of the Modern Southern Black Belle https://wearememphis.com/news/rise-modern-southern-black-belle/ Fri, 02 Mar 2018 16:59:29 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1132 Memphian Rachel Knox brings beauty, brains, and wokeness to the mid-south.

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]]> 48 Hours in Memphis: Everything You Need to Eat and Drink https://wearememphis.com/news/48-hours-memphis-everything-need-eat-drink/ Fri, 02 Mar 2018 16:44:01 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1130 The must see, must eat and must do list for 48 hours in Memphis.

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]]> Memphis Black Restaurant Week is Coming and We Can’t Wait https://wearememphis.com/news/memphis-black-restaurant-week-coming-cant-wait/ Mon, 26 Feb 2018 16:57:07 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1123 Memphis Black Restaurant Week remains one of the most highly anticipated weeks of the year.

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]]> Lucy J’s Bakery Is Changing Homeless Families’ Lives in Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/lucy-js-bakery-changing-homeless-families-lives-memphis/ Mon, 26 Feb 2018 16:41:02 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1120 Memphis’ Lucy J’s Bakery and Dorothy Day House are changing the lives of homeless families.

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]]> Black History Month: Things to Do in Memphis https://wearememphis.com/news/black-history-month-things-memphis/ Mon, 26 Feb 2018 16:25:01 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1117 Here are a few ways you can commemorate Black History Month and MLK50.

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]]> Black Restaurant Week: Across U.S., Events Remind Diners, ‘We’re Here. Support Us’ https://wearememphis.com/news/black-restaurant-week-across-u-s-events-remind-diners-support-us/ Thu, 15 Feb 2018 18:59:26 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1077 Memphis Black Restaurant Week is part of a larger national trend and effort to support minority restaurateurs.

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]]> These 10 Entrepreneurial Couples Share How They Make It Work in Both Business and Love https://wearememphis.com/news/10-entrepreneurial-couples-share-make-work-business-love/ Wed, 14 Feb 2018 21:13:41 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1064 One of Memphis’ entrepreneurial couples, Lisa and Luis Toro, give advice on balancing love and business.

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]]> Pucker Up At Muddy’s Bake Shop Is Among The Best Cakes In The Country https://wearememphis.com/news/pucker-muddys-bake-shop-among-best-cak/ Tue, 13 Feb 2018 18:40:58 +0000 https://wearememphis.com/?post_type=news_press&p=1048 The  Muddy’s Bake Shop “Pucker Up” cake made the roundup of the 50 best cakes in the 50 best states.

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]]> The  Muddy’s Bake Shop “Pucker Up” cake made the roundup of the 50 best cakes in the 50 best states.

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