There are as many versions of Memphis as there are Memphians. We have something for everyone… and a soul like no other city’s.
Take a look through MemphisConnect and you’ll understand why the 100+ diverse voices represented are all inspired to call Memphis home.
Do you know anyone that has had a premature child? I do…my wife! The March of Dimes changed its focus about a decade ago from polio to funding research to help stop premature birth and help parents and the children affected by prematurity. Tomorrow at 9 AM, the annual March for Babies (formerly WalkAmerica) in [...]
The Christian Student Center at the University of Memphis has a new address. The new building should be open in May, but the ministry is already going strong!
As a Commercial Lender, I really began to feel the “down” economy in the last half of 2008. However, since January of this year, I have been busier than ever with new loan requests. Some of this may be due to changes in SBA regulations or other stimulus. Some may be due to increased calling [...]
You may have driven through Saddle Creek in Germantown and seen it, but not know what is was, but on West St., tucked in between Webb Taylor Shop and West St Diner is “Sakura”. Sakura offers a sushi lunch including soup, salad, and several different types of sushi. Nigiri, sashimi, rolls, and even beef or [...]
A few months ago, my wife handed me a bunch of reusable canvas bags with the grocery list and with a smile, asked me to do my part. I felt like an idiot walking into our local Kroger with a basket full of bags. When I did a little bit of research, I learned from [...]
I have to say…“I AM PROUD OF MY CHURCH!” In an era when churches are leaving the city by the dozens and heading with much of the population to the outskirts of town, I am proud of my church for staying put. In fact, the Church of Christ at White Station at 1106 Colonial Road, [...]
Did you know that Memphis has a public radio controlled plane flying field? Located on the east end of the Shelby Farms Park, there is a small grass runway, a picnic table, and an informational kiosk at the only local “public” flying area. On a windless day, you may look to the north of Walnut [...]
Many may be curious what the best elementary school in Memphis may be. You may be thinking that it is Grahamwood, Campus School or even Briarcrest or Harding. I will have to say that although these are good schools in their own right, my opinion is that the best possible school is located in your [...]
MemphisConnect is a partnership between The Leadership Academy, MemphisED and Simple Focus. We provide a gathering place for diverse Memphians to share the opportunities, initiatives and activities that inspire them to make Memphis home.
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