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    Marilyn Belz gave generously, lived faithfully

    Mrs. Belz was a third-generation member of Baron Hirsch Synagogue and central to every major project there for decades.

    By Jane Roberts December 24, 2020
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    Century-old Glenview historic district is being reborn, one house at a time

    Homes in the neighborhood have fallen into disrepair, but renovations and new construction are giving the Glenview community new life.

    By Linda A. Moore January 08, 2021
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    Pandemic poses challenges for Memphis area nonprofits

    While area nonprofits have felt the strain of the COVID-19 pandemic, Memphis has lived up to its reputation as a “giving” city and help also has come from national funding sources. 

    By Don Wade December 22, 2020
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    Frayser Exchange Club honors Steve Lockwood

    On Thursday, the Frayser Exchange Club awarded Steve Lockwood its 2020 Community Service Award. He’s credited in helping turnaround one of the city’s worst housing markets during the past decade. 

    By Omer Yusuf December 19, 2020
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    Ashley, Peyton Manning make ‘lead gift’ to Overton Park golf course renovation

    The amount of the Mannings’ donation to the Overton Park golf course renovation was not revealed, but the contribution brings the amount raised so far to $1.7 million of the $2.5 million fundraising goal.

    By Tom Bailey December 19, 2020
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    Opinion: Jarman made radio’s hard work sound easy

    The death of Chris Jarman this week ends a radio career built on credibility with Memphis radio listeners that transcended formats and call letters.

    By Bill Dries December 17, 2020
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    Coronavirus didn’t stop Advance Memphis’s mission for South Memphis

    The nonprofit’s programs prepare graduates for permanent employment.

    By Linda A. Moore December 16, 2020
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    Food pantry serves need, ‘just like going to Kroger’

    Lindenwood Christian Church is one of many mobile distribution sites that give away food to local folks in need; the church started the pantry when COVID-19 caused other places to close.

    By Jennifer Biggs December 15, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Frayser mom starts neighborhood driving school to fill need

    After Teresa Landrum Caswell couldn’t find an affordable, nearby driving school for her daughter, she started one herself.

    By Omer Yusuf January 08, 2021
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    Calkins: Brady White is the greatest winner to call the Liberty Bowl home

    For White and the Liberty Bowl, it was love at first sight. On Saturday, White plans to bid farewell with another win. 

    By Geoff Calkins January 11, 2021
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Sign of support: Donated billboard space sends a ‘shop local’ message

    Three billboard companies are donating digital billboard space to encourage Memphians to “Shop Local 901.” The colorful message will be displayed on about 15 billboards about 140,000 times a week this holiday season.

    By Tom Bailey December 07, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Calkins: You probably didn’t know Jimmy Thomasson — but you should

    Jimmy Thomasson led a quiet life in Midtown. When he died, a stunning outpouring of tributes revealed just how many people he touched by being the best neighbor anyone could want.

    By Geoff Calkins December 07, 2020
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    Orange Mound nonprofit is looking for single moms with a dream

    A pilot program by JUICE Orange Mound will help single mothers grow their ideas for a business.

    By Linda A. Moore December 07, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Memphis pastor recommitted to Frayser following shooting incident

    While he suffered no serious injuries, Ricky Floyd made a significant decision following the shooting. He resigned as interim chairman of the local Civilian Law Enforcement Review Board (CLERB).

    By Omer Yusuf November 29, 2020
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    ‘A Betor Way’ offers help to drug addicts in Memphis and Shelby County

    A Betor Way, a nonprofit, helps drug addicts in Memphis and Shelby County with a needle exchange program and treatment options.

    By Yolanda Jones December 02, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Two Mississippi teens become BSA Chickasaw Council’s first female Eagle Scouts

    The Boy Scouts of America began accepting girls in 2019 and this achievement is historic.

    By Linda A. Moore November 22, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Falling under the spell of autumn

    Soak up the beauty of a crisp autumn day through photos of Mid-South scenes including Overton Park in Midtown, Links at Galloway and Shelby Farms Park in East Memphis, and Martin Luther King Jr. Riverside Park in South Memphis.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff November 22, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Conservancy seeks young ideas for old Overton Park

    Overton Park Conservancy is asking the public to complete by Nov. 30 a 21-question survey to help guide a new master plan for the park’s east side. The survey is found at www.overtonpark.org/zone1.

    By Tom Bailey November 25, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Why glamping, Topgolf and an aquarium never made it to Mud Island

    With millions of dollars of work needed at Mud Island, what happened with all the other ideas for some of Memphis’ most valuable property? 

    By Wayne Risher November 13, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    U of M’s first Scheidt Award honors 2 mayors, tiger handler

    First Rudi and Honey Scheidt Community Impact Award honors people who go out their way to work for the community and spirit it embodies.

    By Jane Roberts October 15, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Hi-Tone reopens in its third location, to uncertain future

    Hi-Tone stages have hosted innumerable local record-release shows and been at least a partial home for signature Memphis events.

    By Chris Herrington October 12, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Salvation Army could use a little help saving Christmas

    Local Salvation Army leaders brace for contributions to drop this year. But donors can still give dollars at kettle901.org or adopt an angel at angeltreememphis.org.

    By Don Wade October 12, 2020
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    MyCityRides buys Summer Avenue property for scooter campus

    The nonprofit organization that promotes the 169cc SYM Fiddle III motor scooter as an affordable solution for getting Memphians to and from work now plans a new campus on Summer Avenue. 

    By Tom Bailey October 07, 2020
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    How a Memphis medical lab mobilized to fight COVID-19

    Poplar Healthcare joined the battle against the coronavirus late, but now it’s leading the charge to help Memphis reopen and stay open.

    By David Waters October 07, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Cooper Young runners rev for fun

    Even though the Cooper Young Festival was canceled this year due to coronavirus restrictions, the annual four-miler race went on.

    By Omer Yusuf October 06, 2020

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