Group aims to stop addictions during pandemic
Within an hour after the launch of a Saturday block party in Frayser, the Street Team for Overdose Prevention had signed up someone in need of rehab, leading one participant to call the event a success.
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July 2020
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Starz’ new series ‘P-Valley’ brings Bluff City influence to cable
Created by Memphis playwright Katori Hall, Starz series "P-Valley" is a drama based on the politics of the Mississippi Delta, set in a flamboyant Bluff City-inspired strip club.
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More than 90% of ICU beds in use in regional hospitals
The Tennessee Healthcare Resource Tracking System reports 93% of regional ICU beds are being used, with 112 patients identified as COVID-19 positive and 26 additional patients under investigation.
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Musicians earn tips on virtual concerts with Crosstown Arts platform
Against the Grain offers Memphis-area musicians a place to post performance videos. The service has earned nearly 150 musicians a total of more than $19,000.
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Former student, board member announced as next Ballet Memphis CEO
The arts company announced Gretchen Wollert McLennon as the organization’s new leader after a unanimous vote by board members. She will begin her tenure Aug. 1.
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Trick competition convenes skaters, bikers, roller bladers
Artist David Yancy III invited extreme-sports athletes to Raleigh skatepark to encourage camaraderie and sportsmanship during the pandemic.
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Deepr app shines light on creators behind the music
Memphis native Austin Webster founded an app that recognizes the music users are listening to and uses the song’s credits to develop playlists based on the key songwriters, producers and contributors behind the scenes.
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June 2020
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Memphis Jazz Workshop keeps kids upbeat with online music instruction
Pianist Steve Lee returned to Memphis from a career as a performing artist to share jazz with students. In the age of social distancing, he's had to take his own advice, and learn how to improvise.
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Delta Sigma Theta hosts Millington food drive to encourage COVID-19 screening
Members of the Shelby County Tennessee Alumnae Chapter of the historically black sorority held the Saturday food drive in the hopes that people in need of food would stick around to receive free testing for the coronavirus.
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Shelby County has 365 new coronavirus cases, three new deaths
The Shelby County Health Department reported 365 new coronavirus cases and three new deaths Saturday.
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Stax soul man William Bell receives grant, plans to pay it forward
The songwriter and performer of early Stax hit "You Don't Miss Your Water" will receive $25,000 from the National Endowment of the Arts. He said the full amount will be used for projects involving young soul musicians.
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Deaf comedian, actor finds common ground with hearing audiences
Harold Foxx was the first deaf comedian at the Laugh Factory and attended the comedy institution The Groundlings Theatre & School. In his shows, he says, “It’s a deaf man, calling it like it is.”
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Bus tour of Memphis’ black history adapts to social distancing
A Tour of Possibilities is rolling once again, after being closed due to the pandemic. Now, the tour guide talks via Zoom to customers in their cars.
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SCHD reports largest increase of new COVID-19 cases
With daily COVID-19 numbers continuing their rise throughout the county, the Shelby County Health Department reports their largest increase of new cases.
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Founders of Brown Missionary Baptist, once enslaved, inspire descendants
As Juneteenth arrives, city prosecutor Errol Harmon traces his family’s history. His ancestors, formerly enslaved, founded Brown Missionary Baptist Church, one of the Memphis area’s largest and most prominent black churches.
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Rhodes students publish guide for music cities in crisis
"The Music Cities Guide to Recovery" is designed to help music cities use artists as a resource during public crises.
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Stax Museum to reopen June 18
The museum will require staff and guests to wear masks, and will have cashless transaction points and sneeze guards.
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‘Bluff City Law’ canceled, but more Memphis star turns may result
State and local film officials think NBC's experience with the Memphis-made television drama will reap future rewards.
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Flight Restaurant responds to allegations of prejudice
Flight co-owner Russ Graham said in a statement to The Daily Memphian: "We have learned of accusations of discriminatory behavior at Flight. These accusations were posted online, and we are committed to determine their validity."
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18th night of unrest: Smaller crowd focuses on restaurants
At North Main Street and Monroe Avenue protesters outside a dining establishment block traffic, while DeVante Hill's march confronts a counter demonstration by Black Hebrew Israelites at I Am A Man Plaza.
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Pride Ride shows solidarity for black lives
Members of Memphis’ LGBTQ community rode from Midtown to Downtown to express their support for local black activists in a protest against police violence.
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Country-soul duet raises voices for racial harmony
Local country singer Lance McDaniel invited Bar-Kays lead vocalist Chris Johnson to sing with him on “Skin,” a timely ode addressing racial dysfunction in America.
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Protest live blog: Night of protests ends peacefully, before curfew
Protests began early Saturday with two events (one was billed as a rally) occurring in Collierville.
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Online expo celebrates black entrepreneurs in Memphis
On June 19, event planner Cynthia Daniels is hosting an online market for African American makers to sell their wares, crafts and services.
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Jim Green’s legacy echoes through venues small and large
Longtime entertainment booker and concert promoter Jim Green died Monday, June 1, after a heart attack. He was 50 years old.
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