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Honoring the mid-century in a modern Metal Museum
Architects paid careful attention to the Instagram-able allure of Overton Park's jewel box during renovations for a new occupant.
Opera Memphis welcomes its new Handorf Company Artist Program
Opera Memphis' Handorf Company Artist Program provides career-building experiences to emerging singers and pianists through robust performance opportunities and personalized goals.
Metal Museum celebrates grand opening of new Overton Park location
After a long renovation process, the Metal Museum is officially opening its new location in Overton Park with two days of festivities, beginning with Metal Night at the Overton Park Shell, followed by the museum's Grand Opening Celebration.
How one church in Nashville celebrated Dolly Parton's life on Sunday
Since Dolly Partons' death, many in Nashville, where she lived for years, have praised her as an example of how to live a Christian life. One church even held a communion service in Dolly's honor.
Opera Memphis' "30 Days of Opera" Returns
Opera Memphis begins its traditional "30 Days of Opera" series on Tuesday, September 1, with a strolling performance on Main Street from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Dolly's dream lives on: How Dollywood will keep the legend's spirit alive
The Dollywood theme park in Tennessee is a tribute to the late singer and will go on without her.
How America celebrated and mourned Dolly Parton, in Nashville and beyond
The great Dolly Parton died earlier this week and tributes have poured in from across the country. Fans are mourning the loss of a country music icon who not only changed the musical landscape but gave back to communities with her Imagination Library program and donations to develop the Moderna COVID vaccine.
Black comic book shop owners across the U.S. team up to increase sales and diversity
NPR's Adrian Florido talks with the co-founder of a newly formed network of independent Black comic book shops across the U.S. They hope to strengthen sales and increase the diversity of comic fans.
TN Politics: Some county legal fees come due; MLGW wraps up storm restoration
Legal expenses for the MSCS takeover and Wanda Halbert litigations should advise future intra-government battles, says Otis Sanford.
Support Black-Led Nonprofits on 8/28
In celebration of Black Philanthropy Month, the Community Foundation is proud to participate in Give 8/28, a day of giving to support local, Black-led nonprofits on August 28. Donate to a familiar organization or discover a new one to support at LIVEGIVEmidsouth, our free community information system.