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This October 19 through 25 marks National Estate Planning Awareness Week, and here's something worth thinking about: estate planning isn't only for people with extensive assets or complicated finances. It's for anyone who wants a say in what happens to what they've built, no matter the size. -
The candidates in a competitive U.S. House race in Nebraska faced off in a debate. The winner would replace retiring GOP Rep. Don Bacon.
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How does President Trump's travel compare to past campaigns and what does it say about Republicans' level of concern about the midterms? -
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with political analyst Ron Brownstein about recent shifts in GOP spending and messaging, and what they suggest about how the party views its chances in the midterms.
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Inside the race between Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos for control of outer space
The Atlantic writer Josh Tyrangiel says Musk and Bezos each want to colonize the moon, mine its resources and launch thousands more satellites. He says their only real competition is each other.
New Moon Theatre Co. presents Tony Award-winning satire "Eureka Day"
New Moon Theatre Company presents Jonathan Spector's Tony Award-winning play "Eureka Day," a timely satire that explores truth, personal beliefs, and community with humor and heart.
Terence Blanchard honors Miles Davis and John Coltrane at GPAC
Terence Blanchard joined Darel Snodgrass to discuss his upcoming GPAC concert celebrating Miles Davis and John Coltrane, their influence on his music, and his groundbreaking opera "Fire Shut Up in My Bones."
Loyalty
...is an old-fashioned word, but it may be a virtue we need now more than ever.
Data compromises reached a record high in 2025
Data compromises reached an all-time high in 2025 as attackers increasingly targeted high-value information. Learn what steps you can take to help protect your personal and financial information.
Smothered pork chops are a Southern comfort classic
Pan-fried pork chops cooked in savory onion gravy is a dish that reminds me of Sunday meals at my grandmother’s house.
Dixon Gallery & Gardens' "Art on Fire" supports arts education
The Dixon Gallery & Gardens' annual fall celebration, "Art on Fire," returns Saturday, October 24. The event features local food and drinks, live entertainment, incredible art, fiery surprises, and more.
Mid-South faces unseasonable heat and increased fire risk this week
Near-record temperatures are expected across the Mid-South through midweek, followed by an increased fire weather risk Friday and cooler temperatures over the weekend.
"Fil-Am Fiddle Fest" celebrates Filipino classical musicians
The Memphis Chamber Music Society (MCMS) presents classical music concerts in the intimate settings of some of Memphis's most beautiful homes and art galleries, offering music lovers a unique listening experience.
Little Women: The Broadway Musical | Germantown Community Theatre
Louisa May Alcott's coming-of-age novel "Little Women" has delighted readers for generations and has been adapted for the screen numerous times.