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Olympian Rochelle Stevens helping restart LeMoyne-Owen track program

kwhitehead@dailymemphian.com (Kofi Whitehead) — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 04:00:11 -0500

Olympian Rochelle Stevens is running a new race, trying to help LeMoyne-Owen College cross the finish line as a winner by shepherding the school through its first track season in 24 years.

'It’s life-changing': Program awards free car to Memphis veteran

kwhitehead@dailymemphian.com (Kofi Whitehead) — Mon, 1 Aug 2022 14:47:51 -0500

Since the start of the program, more than 130 cars have been awarded to veterans and families across the country.

Trolley Night makes strong return

kwhitehead@dailymemphian.com (Kofi Whitehead) — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 13:13:39 -0500

For people who live in the South Main Historic District, Trolley Night is not just about a chance to relax after the week. It also epitomizes the neighborhood’s growth over the past 20 years.

Free nachos, $1 hot dogs, $2 beer on deck at Redbirds games

kwhitehead@dailymemphian.com (Kofi Whitehead) — Sat, 2 Jul 2022 04:00:04 -0500

The draw of promotions adds to fans coming to AutoZone Park.

Here's how Memphis organizations are celebrating Juneteenth

kwhitehead@dailymemphian.com (Kofi Whitehead) — Wed, 8 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0500

A variety of events will celebrate Juneteenth in Memphis, many returning to live events this year for the first time since the pandemic began.

U of M custodial staff demands changes

kwhitehead@dailymemphian.com (Kofi Whitehead) — Thu, 2 Jun 2022 17:31:20 -0500

“For the past year, custodians and technicians at the University of Memphis have not been treated with dignity.”