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Opinion

Is Memphis finally growing up?

When I was student at LeMoyne-Owen College, I developed a social equation that I have found tested and proven. ECONOMICS + EDUCATION = OPPORTUNITY. 

Show someone they matter

Have you ever stopped and told someone else they matter?  If you haven’t done so, take the time out of your schedule today and tell someone they matter to you.

Shopping gap narrows as men move up

Although women rule shopping at dollar stores and warehouse clubs (72 percent versus 28 percent), we only spend $3-$5 more per trip than men.

Can’t eat pasta? Try the recipe for zucchini pasta

Pasta is an American favorite that most of us love to eat no matter how it’s served. It is one of those foods that can cause blood sugar to spike, though.

Thinking into wealthy, healthy, and wise

Dear Lucy: “Everyone around me seems to be making more money and doing better than me. I seem to just stay broke all the time. It doesn’t seem fair!”

The pointless shootout between Jalen Rose and Grant Hill

It was Jalen Rose’s comments in a documentary that he produced about the Fab Five that created a controversy that has gone into overtime.

Don’t cut Head Start!

Once again, Republicans are moving to cut a program that helps average Americans and, in this case, specifically the poor.

Recession gives rise to new drop in crime

New reports are showing that our conventional wisdom about crime may be way off, because in the worst and longest recession in 60 years, America is seeing an all time low in crime.

Spices for life: Endless possibilities

When you’re in the kitchen preparing a meal, what kind of spices, herbs or seasonings do you use to make that ordinary meal an extraordinary one?

Budget outlines cuts with silver lining for Memphis

This week we listened to Gov. Bill Haslam’s first State of the State address, in which he outlined the year ahead for Tennessee.

The power of a smile!

Dear Lucy: “I find myself working for this really mean, evil person. Nothing I do is good enough ... I love my job and I need the money, but I don’t know if I can take it anymore. Help!”

Advertisers love that we love celebrities

I don’t remember exactly when it happened, but it is pretty well documented: we are a society that is almost obsessed with “celebrities.” 

Research aside, common sense says class size does matter

The struggling economy has, unfortunately, forced state and local governments across the country to make cuts in much needed services and programs.

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Detroit

Beyonce Pregnant!

The Michigan Chronicle

E! News recently reported that Beyonce and Roc Nation Sports owner Jay-Z are expecting their second chance. Multiple souces close to coupl...

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Candice Glover, ‘American Idol’ winner

The Michigan Chronicle

 

A God-given, awesome voice. Consistently excellence performances. Poise. Charming personality. Professionalism. Dazzling smile.

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Chicago

Red Line Construction Hits CTA Riders

The Chicago Defender

The Chicago Transit Authority's crumbling Red Line tracks south of Roosevelt Road shut down Sunday for the largest construction project in the transit...

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4 Dead, 14 Wounded in Weekend Violence

The Chicago Defender

Three people were fatally shot in the head and another shot dead in the chest in weekend violence that wounded at least 14 others across Chicago, acco...

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Pittsburgh

Shale drillers shafting NAACP? Parker upset with lack of support

The New Pittsburgh Courier

 

CONNIE PARKER

 

by Christian Morrow

Courier Staff Writer

Back when steel ruled the local economy and Pittsburgh boast multiple corporate headquarters, th...

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WAMO100 announces new general manager

The New Pittsburgh Courier

GARY GUNTER

 

PITTSBURGH, PA--WAMO100, owned by Martz Communications Group, recently named Gary Gunter general manager of WAMO100.

Prior to this new appo...

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Atlanta

Home Sick Braves Return After 10-Game Road Trip

The Atlanta Daily World

For the Atlanta Braves it felt good t...

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State Rep. Tyrone Brooks, Sr. Indicted

The Atlanta Daily World

Georgia State Rep. Tyrone Brooks, Sr...

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