Shelby County Commission approves $5 million racial reparations review
The commission approved a resolution Wednesday, Feb. 22, on an 8-3-2 vote to fund a $5 million feasibility study “to establish, develop and implement reparations.”
Topic: Charlie Caswell
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February 2023
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September 2022
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Memphis rapper GloRilla gives back to MLK Prep
Gloria “GloRilla” Woods visited her former high school, MLK Prep, to surprise students with a musical performance and a donation.
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‘Better Community Summit’ seeks to curb violent crime in Memphis area
Greater Community Temple COGIC will host the fourth “Better Community Summit” Saturday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in an effort to curb local violence.
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April 2022
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Adventure park could be the latest investment in Frayser
The Links at Davy Crockett may see a new future after Mayor Jim Strickland proposed the creation of an outdoor adventure park in its place in his budget presentation before the city council.
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March 2022
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About Town: Former church becomes resource for the community
Last month, Frayser saw the addition of the new Legacy Impact Community Resource Center.
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Frayser center to make an ‘impact’
The center in Frayser will bring multiple benefits to the community for everyone from youths to veterans to seniors.
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February 2022
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Better Community Summit to address violent crime
The summit is one of five community summits Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph Murphy, the Memphis Police Department and community leaders are taking part in to reduce violent crime in the city.
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January 2022
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Sugarmon to run again for Juvenile Court Judge
Memphis City Court Judge Tarik Sugarmon will run against incumbent Juvenile Court Judge Dan Michael. Meanwhile, Marcus Mitchell is running for Juvenile Court Clerk County Commissioner Brandon Morrison is running in a new district.
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May 2021
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Masks, restrictions likely up to best judgment come May 15
Mayor Harris is gathering more advice this week, including hearing from the municipal mayors.
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April 2021
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Community leaders address root causes of crime
Crime impacts neighborhoods across the city. From Frayser to Whitehaven, community leaders discuss how to address the problem and the causes that contribute to it.
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January 2021
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UTHSC widens opioid study to add focus in Frayser
With feet on the ground and money for Uber rides, researchers hope to stop barriers that keep Black people out of treatment.
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September 2020
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Revamp of Links at Davy Crockett could be Frayser ‘gamechanger’
A proposed revamp of the Links at Davy Crockett golf course is part of a growing list of potential or underway projects in Frayser.
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May 2020
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Children’s Mental Health Week in Memphis features virtual activities
A children's art show, lectures, story time with Michelle Obama and a run/walk/bike event on Saturday are planned to observe the event.
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April 2020
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The poor, African Americans face worst of coronavirus
In Memphis, 75% of the fatal cases have been African Americans. The underlying health disparities that make them vulnerable aren't new; coronavirus reveals the repercussions.
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Efforts underway to increase COVID-19 testing sites in neighborhoods
Frayser church volunteers its property to become needed testing site in the neighborhood.
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February 2020
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Local pastor helps others cope with trauma through his own struggles
Charlie Caswell nearly died after being held a gunpoint as a teen. He's now helping others cope with their childhood trauma through his work with the Legacy of Legends CDC.
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