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For the third year, the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis championed Give 8/28—a national day of giving during Black Philanthropy Month that supports Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits. This year, Memphis showed up in a big way: the campaign raised more than $1.8 million for 90 local nonprofits. -
Featured: Overton Park Shell celebrates 90 years; The Sound of Music at Harrell Theater -
President Trump kicked off the Republican midterm convention with a primetime speech, outlining the Republican message and promising Americans a payout if the GOP wins the upcoming election.
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Veteran pollster and political consultant Frank Luntz gives an analysis of President Trump's speech at the Republicans' midterm convention.
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New York City's firefighters are demanding answers after the city released documents showing how toxic the air quality was following the attacks on the World Trade Center on 9/11.
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What comes next? History gets breathing room at the National Civil Rights Museum
The National Civil Rights Museum has dedicated a redesigned space to chronicling more recent campaigns and struggles.
Central Gardens celebrates 50 years of its Home and Garden Tour
The 50th Annual Central Gardens Home and Garden Tour features eight grand residences, two historic churches, live music, food trucks, and more on Sunday, September 13.
Cazateatro celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with "Theatre in the Park"
Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15, and Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group is celebrating with a free family event, "Theatre in the Park," held at four city parks from Saturday, September 12, through Saturday, October 10.
Authentic friendship
We live in a world where it's possible to have hundreds of friends online and still wonder who we can call at two in the morning.
Approved for a loan you never applied for? It could be a scam
Randy Hutchinson of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South warns consumers about unsolicited loan offers that can lead to bogus fees, financial losses, and identity theft.
Slow-cooker Pork Carnitas
I love my slow cooker because I can prep my meal in the morning before we leave for the day, and when we get home, supper is ready!
Renovated space at National Civil Rights Museum connects the past and future
A new space at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis explores the recent past and future of the movement.
Jimmy Crosthwaite brings "Medallions, Magic, and Micro-Worlds" to The Circuit Playhouse
Jimmy Crosthwaite talks about his evolving art, his exhibition "Medallions, Magic, and Micro-Worlds," and his upcoming performance at the Overton Park Shell.
Artists' Link Autumn Showcase comes to Gallery 1091
WKNO's Gallery 1091 is hosting the Artists' Link Autumn Showcase by Artists' Link Memphis, on view now through Tuesday, September 29, at the WKNO Digital Media Center.
Anwesha Biswas brings "Of Forests & Florals" to Memphis Botanic Garden
This September, the Memphis Botanic Garden is featuring "Of Forests & Florals: Anwesha Biswas Art Exhibit" in the Visitors Center Gallery.