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Colonial Country Club through the Years

Created: Sun, 12 Jul 2020 12:00:11 +0000

Author: Memphis Commercial Appeal

From former President Gerald Ford to Al Geiberger, from the 1950s to 2020 - memories from Colonial Country Club.

My New Home: Ole Bartlett Village is a Welcoming Community

Created: Sat, 11 Jul 2020 13:00:17 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

Becky had found the Ole Bartlett Village subdivision over a year ago and was instantly drawn to it. She had been "stalking" the neighborhood ever since.

'I've always been an artist,' says Atlanta muralist Muhammad Yungai

Created: Thu, 09 Jul 2020 10:00:21 +0000

Author: Todd A. Price, The American South

Muralist Muhammad Yungai transforms spaces with bright art about Civil Rights and social justice. He created the "Helping Hands" mural in Atlanta.

My New Home: River Oaks Offers a Place to Grow Roots

Created: Mon, 06 Jul 2020 20:20:09 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

When Jamie and Tim Flerlage decided to move, it was because they wanted and needed more space.

From totes to skin care, here are some summer trends and items to try

Created: Fri, 03 Jul 2020 11:00:13 +0000

Author: Jean Chen Smith, Correspondent for Memphis Commercial Appeal

Here are some hot trends and items to help you celebrate summer 2020.

Whitehaven High School through the Years

Created: Thu, 02 Jul 2020 20:03:27 +0000

Author: Memphis Commercial Appeal

A look back at Whitehaven High School through photos taken of students, faculty, sports and student activities.

Culinary schools in the South try to move forward during coronavirus pandemic

Created: Thu, 02 Jul 2020 10:00:16 +0000

Author: Todd A. Price, The American South

Maintaining social distancing at culinary schools in the South can be difficult when students have to gather in a kitchen and learn to cook.

A new Black-owned bakery in New Orleans wants to nourish the nation

Created: Wed, 24 Jun 2020 19:51:46 +0000

Author: Todd A. Price, The American South

Two friends in New Orleans launched a bakery with sandwich, cornbread and rolls that honors their Black heritage.

My New Home: Mud Island Offers Great Community

Created: Mon, 22 Jun 2020 12:00:27 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

After looking at 10 or so properties, Priscilla "Prissy" Dulaney found what she was looking for on Mud Island in the Harbor Isle neighborhood.

Marilyn Jo McNamara, Memphis' first Miss City Beautiful, appreciative of full life at 90

Created: Sun, 21 Jun 2020 02:00:04 +0000

Author: Jason Munz, Memphis Commercial Appeal

The very first Memphis Miss City Beautiful winner, who had the title bestowed upon her in 1947, hasn't lost sight of how full the life she's lived has been.

Methodist North ER director reflects on fatherhood, life with triplets during COVID-19

Created: Fri, 19 Jun 2020 12:00:24 +0000

Author: Max Garland, Memphis Commercial Appeal

Paul Burgess didn't expect he and his wife would have triplets. He also didn't expect they would have to adapt their parenting to a global pandemic.

My New Home: Charmed to live in Central Gardens

Created: Thu, 18 Jun 2020 12:00:54 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

Kelvin and Marlene Womack's Central Gardens home was built in 1900 and included four bedrooms and 2½ bathrooms.

'Mexican food as a whole makes everything better,' Southern-style tacos included

Created: Thu, 18 Jun 2020 16:36:48 +0000

Author: Todd A. Price, The American South

In the South, local and Mexican food have combined to create Sur-Mex, says author of cookbook "American Tacos: A History and Guide."

After struggling through COVID-19 shutdown, Southern restaurants ponder their futures

Created: Thu, 11 Jun 2020 10:00:09 +0000

Author: Todd A. Price, The American South

This is a diary of how eight chefs and restaurant owners in New Orleans, Atlanta, Memphis and Charleston dealt with the coronavirus shutdown.

My New Home: Already feels like home

Created: Wed, 10 Jun 2020 12:00:18 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

Raven Tate and Cortney Dates found a traditional, two-story brick home with about 3,200 square feet of living space in Cordova.

My New Home: At home in East Memphis

Created: Tue, 09 Jun 2020 12:00:16 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

Kaitlyn Grant has an insider's advantage when it comes to dealing with real estate.

Father's Day gift guide: Here are some ideas we think dads will love

Created: Fri, 05 Jun 2020 11:00:27 +0000

Author: Jean Chen Smith, Correspondent for Memphis Commercial Appeal

Father's Day is June 21, so you still have some time to find the perfect gift for your dad.

Travel during COVID-19: Cool summer getaways in the South where you can still practice social distancing

Created: Fri, 05 Jun 2020 10:00:24 +0000

Author: Maria Clark, The American South

These are unique places near major cities in the South where you can take a road trip while still social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.

Edna's Slow Cooked Apricot Pork from 'A Good Meal Is Hard to Find'

Created: Sat, 30 May 2020 10:00:15 +0000

Author: Todd A. Price, The American South

In a "Good Meal Is Hard to Find," the Southern recipes are inspired by Amy C. Evans' paintings and introduced by fictional vignettes.

A timeline of coronavirus in Memphis and the Mid-South

Created: Fri, 29 May 2020 20:31:46 +0000

Author: Evan Barnes, Jason Munz and Khari Thompson, Memphis Commercial Appeal

The global coronavirus pandemic reached the Mid-South's doorstep on March 8. Here's how it unfolded.

My New Home: Everything just seemed right

Created: Fri, 29 May 2020 13:00:07 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

When their story began, Johnny Pritchard was a downtowner and Brandi Heiden lived out east near Walnut Grove and Forest Hill Irene Road.

'A love letter to the women, food of the Deep South'

Created: Fri, 29 May 2020 10:00:40 +0000

Author: Todd A. Price, The American South

Chef Martha Hall Foose and artist Amy Evans combine talents to create a unique cookbook they call 'a love letter to the women, food of the Deep South'

Summer at the drive-in movie theater

Created: Thu, 28 May 2020 22:22:05 +0000

Author: The Tennessean

Drive-in movie theaters offer a family-size alternative for social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.

My New Home: Midcentury charm with contemporary features

Created: Thu, 28 May 2020 13:00:48 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

Justin Fava and his partner, Joseph, were living in an apartment that offered many amenities but did not provide the space and comfort of this first home.

Tennessee State Parks experience dramatic increase in visitors amid coronavirus pandemic

Created: Sat, 23 May 2020 10:00:20 +0000

Author: Mary Hance, Nashville Tennessean

Some parks experiencing 30+ percent increase in visitation

How to create a home sanctuary: Nine easy and affordable tips

Created: Fri, 15 May 2020 13:00:24 +0000

Author: Jean Chen Smith, Correspondent for Memphis Commercial Appeal

Here's how to create a cozy space inside your home that is welcoming and relaxing.

My New Home: Vintage charm with a contemporary vibe

Created: Thu, 14 May 2020 21:00:09 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

Alexandra Rushing looked at 10 houses before finding the right one. She knew she wanted a safe and active neighborhood.

Here are seven tips to refresh your fitness routine this spring

Created: Sat, 09 May 2020 19:39:34 +0000

Author: Jean Chen Smith, Correspondent for Memphis Commercial Appeal

Whether you're a cardio enthusiast, yoga devotee or beginner to exercise, here are some ideas to jumpstart your workouts and upgrade your health.

My New Home: Living in Lea's Woods

Created: Fri, 08 May 2020 12:00:24 +0000

Author: Emily Adams Keplinger, Special to The Commercial Appeal

Homeowners Jeff and Becca McGoff said they were't really in the market for a new house, but they started looking -- just for fun.

Birthday parade: a socially distanced celebration

Created: Thu, 07 May 2020 00:37:39 +0000

Author: Memphis Commercial Appeal

Birthday parade: a socially distanced celebration