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30+ years working at the same restaurant? Why these 3 Memphians have done that (and would again)
The restaurant industry traditionally has struggled with high turnover. In January, restaurant software company Toast found the annual industry turnover rate to be 79.6% over the last 10 years. While many use a stint in the food service as a steppingstone to reach their long-term employment goals, a select few in some of Memphis' oldest restaurants have made it their career. And while staying at one restaurant for decades wasn’t the plan when they started, it’s not...
New owner of Aretha Franklin’s childhood home in Memphis on mission to preserve history
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The new owner of Aretha Franklin’s childhood home says her goal is to preserve the birthplace of the Queen of Soul. Anasa Troutman purchased the home last Friday at auction. She is the same person who purchased Clayborn Temple and said her goal is to make sure history does not fade away.
Free haircuts given out at Back to School Summit
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. — We’re just a few weeks away from the first day of school and dozens of kids in DeSoto County are going to be sent back with a new look. The clippers were out and the chairs were full inside the Brown Missionary Baptist Church’s gymnasium in Southaven on Saturday morning. In collaboration […]
Here's the fascinating link between Jack Daniel's and the famous Memphis Peabody Ducks
More than an hour before showtime, the bar at the famed Peabody Hotel in Memphis filled with people hoping to get a gander at the stars. It paid to get an early seat since these performers only reached about ankle height. Since the 1930s, The Peabody Duck march has drawn...
What's that going in next door to Ecco restaurant in Midtown Memphis?
One of Midtown's well-known eateries is expanding. Ecco, located at 1585 Overton Park Ave., will take over the adjacent space at 1581 Overton Park Ave. The space was previously home to Diane's Art, Gift and Home. Ecco co-owner John Paul Gagliano said the 2,000-square-foot space will be an extension of...
Blind Boys of Alabama and Blues Artist Bobby Rush collaborate on “99 ½ Won’t Do”
For the first time, gospel icons Blind Boys of Alabama and Blues Hall of Famer Bobby Rush have collaborated on a recording released today. This collaboration features the sacred soul classic “99 ½ Won’t Do” and aims to support the Mid-South Food Bank in Memphis, TN. Both artists have had legendary careers spanning six decades and recently won Grammy Awards in 2024. Joining them on the recording are Dom Flemons and the folk-rock band Dustbowl Revival.
Your Weekly Guide to the Arts
This week, you can make some new friends (furry or otherwise), sharpen your drawing skills, explore original performances, or revisit a classic one. Discover even more creative experiences around the community at ARTSmemphis’ event calendar. This original new play by LaDarrion Williams examines the lives of four Black women...
Bluff City Life: Thurs, 18 July
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Here’s what’s in today’s show. They’re perfecting their recipes and donning their aprons. This competition is ready to crown the top chef in the Mid-South!. Merritt Bailey | BallHoggerz BBQ. Damien Thompson | Chef Magic Catering. Craving something sweet, green or clean?...
Inside La Prensa Latina with Jairo Arguijo
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Jairo Arguijo, the CEO of La Prensa Latina, joined the Action news 5 Digital Desk to discuss the latest headlines, including:. A call for unity after Donald Trump’s assassination attempt. Memphis native actress, who died last Saturday from cancer, made important decisions about her life...
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