‘You understand how everything can change in the power of politics. You’re just human. You want to live your life,’ said Kostya Domaratskyy, who left his country to earn an MBA at CBU, and now is stranded in Memphis. 

The Daily Memphian staff photographers Mark Weber and Patrick Lantrip snapped plenty of action shots recently, from kids dancing at Cornerstone Prep in Frayser, to an 87-year-old outdoorsman paddling his canoe.

An installation of solar panels at Memphis Rox should have offset the gym’s energy costs. But without a way to sell energy back to MLGW, the gym decided not to install as many panels as they could have. 

“Meritan knows that happiness during the holiday season isn’t exclusive to children. Too often in our community, the joy of Christmas eludes others as well,” said the organization’s president. 

Angels can be adopted off physical Christmas “Angel Trees” at the Kroc Center, the Purdue Center of Hope and the Salvation Army store on Kirby-Whitten Road.

At faith-based HopeWorks, the mission to provide convicted felons with a fresh start isn’t just about education, training, and a good job. It’s about making a real change and living a better, God-centered life. 

Officials said the grant is intended to reduce maternal and infant mortality, particularly among the county’s Black population.

“It’s such a moving experience seeing this sea of men in their pink jerseys heading out. They all have their own personal reason of why they’re doing this ride.”

The groundbreaking Friday, Oct. 7, for the renovation of the 84-year-old school building ends a 40-year debate about whether the Orange Mound landmark should be renovated or demolished.

Makeda’s began with a love story, a family recipe, nurses at The Med and a sick little girl. But it almost permanently closed after the killing of rapper Young Dolph there.

O’Jay is among inductees including sports announcer Chick Hearn and the Godfather of Soul James Brown, who is being recognized as an owner of WJBE in Knoxville. 

Memphis-Shelby County Schools recognizes the ‘Memphis 13’ who desegregated public schools in Memphis in 1961.

The race involved a 1.2-mile swim through the 70-degree waters of Hyde Lake, followed by a 56-mile bike ride through Cordova and Fayette County and finishing with a 13.1-mile half marathon run.

Guest columnist Jack Keith writes, “We have a messy history. But when I think about Memphis, my heart wells up with pride. I am proud to be from Memphis.”

With some early-season difficulties out of the way, the junior cross-country standout takes aim at staying at the front of the pack.

Mike Cook, who will box Saturday in Memphis Fight Night III at Agricenter International, aims to give Levi Elementary students something he says he never had — a role model. 

The IARP’s decision was stunning vindication for Penny Hardaway and for Memphis. So go ahead, celebrate. 

Ja Morant and the Grizzlies assembled at FedExForum for media day. It’s the team’s 22nd season in Memphis. And it should be a blast. 

A mix of beginner and intermediate yoga fans gathered for “Freedom of The Soul,” a unique healing experience to benefit Grace House of Memphis. 

Youdle, a mobile-friendly, web-based platform that helps connect consumers with the goods they need, is currently in the development and beta testing phase. 

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Developers Joseph Lewis and Tony Kuhn plan to begin $3.2 million restoration this fall. 

Booker T. Jones and Priscilla Presley were among eight new inductees to the Memphis Music Hall of Fame.

For two shows, Pete Pranica will transform into Mark Twain. Call him Big Twain, maybe? It’s all for the benefit of the Tennessee Shakespeare Company. And it’s just the latest evidence that Pranica is a great Memphian.