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Black Firefighters’ stories come together in Fire Museum exhibit
Editor’s Note: This story was written by the late Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell for Black History Month 2022. It has been updated to include video tributes to Memphis firefighters. If you looked closely...
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After Weather Delay, LeMoyne-Owen MLK Prayer Breakfast set for Feb. 19
The LeMoyne-Owen College Alumni Association has announced the return of the esteemed 33rd Annual MLK Prayer Breakfast. Scheduled for February 19, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., this year’s event will take place...
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‘Contractor University’ aimed at finding, nurturing and supporting BIPOC...
The City of Memphis Office of Business Diversity & Compliance is offering a unique opportunity for BIPOC firms in Memphis through its Contractor’s University program. This educational initiative...
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TSDtv: History Hidden In Plain Sight: The University of West Tennessee...
As we here at The New Tri-State Defender pause to reflect on African-American History Month, my own journey has brought me to make these bold recommendations: There should be a class called “The...
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Stax Music Academy presents free virtual event “Stax Meets Motown” for Black...
Among soul music fans, few things are as emotionally charged as comparisons between Stax Records and Motown. And now the Soulsville Foundation’s 2024 Black History Month production commemorates both...
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LeMoyne-Owen receives $75K grant to launch Mens Volleyball
The LeMoyne-Owen College is set to introduce men’s volleyball to its athletic program in the 2024-2025 season, joining the ranks of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletics Conference (SIAC) NCAA...
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PHOTOS: Lady Tigers clinch hard-fought OT win over Rice, 79-74
In an electrifying overtime battle, the University of Memphis women’s basketball team clinched a 79-74 victory against Rice. This triumph not only marked a significant win for the team but also...
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Kappas present major donation to St. Jude during Vicennium Partnership Banquet
On Monday, February 19, 2024, the Memphis Alumni and Kappa Beta Chapters of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. celebrated more than two decades of partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital....
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Pay to NOT play: Jackson State forks over $800K in Southern Heritage Classic...
Remember that time Jackson State University said it was going to skip the Southern Heritage Classic? Regardless of what the contract said? Well, The Clarion-Ledger in Jackson, Mississippi is reporting...
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Motor, Voter: MATA and Elections Commission team up to offer FREE rides to...
In an effort to increase voter accessibility, the Shelby County Election Commission and Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) have teamed up for a unique initiative. On February 23, 2023, they will...
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City Council wants ‘street takeovers’ to stop
Following a weekend street “takeover” incident near the Memphis International Airport, Memphis City Council Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee members pressed interim Memphis Police Chief...
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Memphis Tigers dominate with defense, beat University of Charlotte, 72-56
The University of Memphis basketball team faced the Charlotte 49’ers in a crucial American Athletic Conference battle. Entering the game, Charlotte boasted an impressive 11-2 conference record. The...
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‘SNAP’ Documentary offers fresh look at iconic work of Dr. Ernest Withers
Early in my career as a journalist in South Florida, I once covered a Ku Klux Klan rally. No, seriously. I didn’t push back against the assignment. When you’re a journalist, you want to get the story....
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Health Care Advocates Unveil Historic Obesity Bill of Rights
By Lindiwe Vilakazi | Washington Informer NNPA NEWSWIRE — In efforts to create a supportive ecosystem for people facing chronic obesity nationwide, an influential collection of public health groups,...
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In This Week’s Digital Edition: Jackson State’s $800K Bill, ‘Street...
You may be aware that we’ve gone digital — we now only print our actual newspaper once a month — look for the latest edition next week. But for those who still like the look and feel of our print...
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AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH: ‘Hidden Figures’ pioneering mathematician...
by Lauren Victoria Burke — Katherine Johnson, the legendary NASA physicist and mathematician, played a pivotal role in helping the U.S. land men on the moon during the space race in the 1960s and was...
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Grizzlies give Clippers a run for the money but fall short in final minutes,...
With the All-Star Break in the rearview, the NBA has cranked back up again. For the Grizzlies, that meant a Feb. 23 battle with the Los Angeles Clippers. With 26 games left in the season for the...
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Gale Jones-Carson takes reins as Interim President/CEO of Memphis Urban League
The Memphis Urban League (MUL) has announced Gale Jones Carson as their new interim President and CEO, following the retirement of former leader Tonja Y. Sesley. This significant appointment marks a...
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Memphis Tigers get payback with huge win over FAU Owls, 78-74
In a highly anticipated rematch, the Memphis Tigers hosted the Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Owls. Predicted to finish first and second in the preseason, this game was a critical conference...
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MUSIC APPRECIATION: Iris Collective presents Awadagin Pratt, African-American...
Music. An essential part of the African-American cultural experience in the U.S. (and abroad). Historically, we were known for having revolutionized spirituals, jazz, blues and rock ‘n roll. However,...
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