Christin Yates
Freelance Reporter
Christin Yates is a native Memphian who has worked in PR and copywriting since 2007. She earned her B.S. in public relations and M.S. in mass communications from Murray State University.
There are 467 articles by Christin Yates :
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October 2018
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While most teenagers her age are concerned with getting their driver’s license and dating, 15-year-old Isabel Kagoo is working to bring change to Tennessee schools’ curriculum surrounding vaping and e-cigarettes. -
Business Three initiatives help First Tennessee Bank achieve diversity and inclusion
For First Tennessee and its president of banking, David Popwell, the organization has three areas of focus when it comes to diversity and inclusivity. -
Business Community Foundation commemorates MLK50 by awarding six grants to nonprofits
The celebration of MLK50 has been a pivotal movement in Memphis’ history and a point of advancing the city forward into the future. -
Business Assignment changed career course for Memphis attorney McNabb
As a junior studying English at Vanderbilt University, Leland McNabb was working on Spectrum, a student newspaper focused on publishing honors papers, when he was tasked with profiling Vanderbilt University Law School. -
Business Five prominent business leaders to discuss diversity in the workplace
Five panelists representing major companies in the Memphis area will share their thoughts and perspectives on diversity in the workplace at the 11th annual Leadership Memphis Multicultural Breakfast and diversity panel with the theme “ROI of Diversity,” Friday, Nov. 2, at Holiday Inn - University of Memphis. -
Financial Services Vining Sparks founder Jim Vining remembered as legend
Many in the local investment community are mourning the loss of Jim Vining, who was called a pioneer in the storied financial services history of Memphis. -
Business National philanthropic group focused on aging to hold annual conference in Memphis
For the first time in many years, a national philanthropic group focused on improving the experience of aging will hold its annual conference in the South, specifically at The Peabody hotel. -
Business Mindset to grind: Local podcast highlights female entrepreneurs
There is a new podcast in town that highlights entrepreneurs, specifically female business owners. Grindset, which launched Sept. 28, targets female professionals with a “mindset to grind.” -
Education Strong GIRL Fest celebrates and empowers girls of all ages
Hutchison School and Girl Scouts Heart of the South joined forces Saturday to host Strong GIRL Fest, an interactive community event to celebrate and empower girls of all ages. -
Music University of Memphis graduate Brennan Villines is a rising star in the music industry
Brennan Villines has been a staple in the Memphis music scene for years, playing at nearly every venue in town. However, it wasn’t until this summer when he appeared on FOX’s “The Four” that the 30-year-old artist captured the hearts of thousands around the country singing a soulful rendition of “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles).” -
Shelby County Some Mid-Southerners vacationing on Gulf Coast plan to ride out Hurricane Michael
Thousands of Mid-Southerners visiting the Gulf Coast on fall break have decisions to make about heading back home or riding out Hurricane Michael, which will make landfall in the Florida Panhandle within hours as a life-threatening Category 4 storm. -
Business Memphis Habitat celebrates milestone with 500th house
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis has two reasons to celebrate, and the organization is recognizing those milestones by working. -
Business William Mitchell, Crye-Leike’s first African-American broker, earns emeritus honor
William Mitchell’s fascination with real estate began during the summer of 1974 when his brother urged him to take a real estate course at then Memphis State University. -
Downtown Hotel Napoleon celebrates two successful years in iconic Downtown building
With a vision to repurpose an older building into a boutique hotel, Jay Kumar and Snay Patel immediately fell in love with the charm of the former Press-Scimitar building, located at the corner of Madison Avenue and B.B. King Boulevard. -
Business ServiceMaster completes spinoff of Frontdoor
Memphis-based ServiceMaster announced Monday, Oct. 1, it has completed the spinoff of Frontdoor, the parent company of American Home Shield, a market leader in the home warranty industry.
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September 2018
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Arts & Culture South Main Trolley Night celebrates 18 years Friday
Nearly two decades ago, the South Main Association in Downtown Memphis decided that the last Friday of every month would be ideal to celebrate South Main art, culture and community. -
Financial Services Jaren Jackson Jr. signs representation deal with Pinnacle Financial Partners
Pinnacle Financial Partners, the official bank of the Memphis Grizzlies and FedExForum, has signed a representation deal with the Grizzlies’ top draft pick, Jaren Jackson Jr.
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