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Blues music is a uniquely American art form. Every year, The Blues Foundation aims to keep this style alive through the International Blues Challenge. The multi-day event has been going on all week and is one of the world’s largest gatherings of blues musicians.

Whether you’re looking for a hearty breakfast or you’re itching to try something more exotic, these new Memphis restaurants will have you coming back for more:

Super Bowl LIII takes place on Feb. 3. Millions of people around the world will tune in for the game, which also features a halftime performance by Maroon 5. Here are the best places to watch in Memphis:

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is saying goodbye to the Obama administration’s school lunch and breakfast program in a move to serve meals more appealing to students.

We zipped along on our green scooters, passing the impossibly white sand dunes of the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the Santa Rosa Sound on the other, enjoying the unspoiled beauty of Gulf Islands National Seashore in Navarre Beach.

Love visiting Graceland during the holidays? Apparently USA Today feels the same way. The publication recently nominated Graceland for Best Holiday Historic Home Tour.

When two-time NBA champion and former Memphis Grizzlies star Mike Miller launched his energy drink brand, he chose the name Let it Fly. Now, Miller wants to apply that name to a Topgolf-inspired restaurant he’s launching in Germantown.

Hop on a train and enjoy lights along a lake, make your own nutcracker bear or visit with Santa in his workshop. These are just a few ways you can experience the magic of the holidays at Starry Nights, running through Dec. 28.

Winter will be upon us soon, and for Memphis music fans this means the chance to see some prominent acts come to town. Don’t miss these three concerts in early 2019:

We all know Bev Johnson’s distinctive, husky voice, which has been gracing Memphis’ airwaves for over 40 years. Next year, the broadcasting legend will become the first African-American woman inducted into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame.

Earlier this month, a horrific bus crash on Interstate 30 took one life and injured at least 40 more people. One Memphis organization is collecting money to support families impacted by the crash, including the parents of a local youth football team.

Volunteering can be a fun way to reconnect with your family throughout the year. Here are some tips for successful family projects.

The holiday season is just around the corner, and before you know it 2019 will be here. November is notoriously the time of year when the holiday stress starts to hit, both at home and at work. Here are some tips to conquer that pile of responsibilities during the busiest time of year:

Does holiday travel planning make you want to scream like Kevin McCallister in “Home Alone?” Whether your plans include visiting family or an elaborate vacation, traveling during the holidays is stressful.

After the year I got a cheese grater for Christmas, I’ve come up with my own list of gifts. My list includes a SodaStream to make my own carbonated water, unbreakable sunglasses, handwoven bag from Kenya and a line of gorgeous leather goods.

The holiday season’s here, and there are tons of apps for your smartphone to get you in the holiday spirit. From shopping to travel to fun, here are some of my favorite apps this season:

These five hacks will ensure you have a great time with your co-workers.

On Dec. 1, America’s most famous street will come alive with holiday spirit. The Memphis Holiday Parade, one of the biggest holiday events in the city, will feature several elementary and high school bands, along with dance groups, twirlers and floats.

The Mid-South Fairgrounds redevelopment project – which has been in progress for over a decade – just took a big step toward completion with the state’s approval of a Tourism Development Zone.

If you want to support a good cause while having a little fun, join the Memphis Stumbling Santas on Dec. 1 at Flying Saucer. You don’t have to dress up like Santa Claus or a Christmas elf to partake in the fun, although you’re more than welcome to.

The Memphis Music Hall of Fame recently inducted seven new members, including Aretha Franklin. Have you heard of the other six inductees?

There’s no shortage of design inspiration each holiday. From the homes on St. Charles to the Instagram posts, it’s easy to feel both excited and overwhelmed. Here are some decorating tips that strike a balance between festive and frugal:

With end-of-year giving near the top of everyone’s list, it can be difficult to determine which organizations to serve. From shelters to schools, there are so many people doing amazing work. Here are some questions to guide your personal giving this year:

Pretty soon, it’s going to start looking a lot like Christmas in downtown Memphis. On Saturday, Nov. 17, a kid-friendly Holiday Tree Lighting event will take place from 5–7 p.m.

Memphis-based nonprofit Youth Villages recently awarded $10 million in matching grant funds to expand services to help young people successfully transition out of foster care.

If you’ve walked the streets of Memphis lately, you’ve probably noticed the artwork that has been appearing on the sides of buildings throughout the city. As it turns out, these murals are no accident. They’re all part of an effort by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art to bring selected works beyond the museum’s walls.

Memphians who want to avoid the malls should check out one of the many holiday artist markets in the city. Here are a few recommendations:

Let’s Innovate through Education (LITE) will host Pitch Night on Thursday, December 6, from 5:30 to 7:30PM in the McCallum Ballroom in the Bryan Campus Life Center at Rhodes College.

When most people think of Thanksgiving, they imagine a home-cooked meal of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and other classics. But it’s actually rather common for families to dine out. Here are three great Memphis restaurants that are open on Turkey Day.

You’ve got some hungry guests coming for Thanksgiving, which means you need to find a tasty turkey. Here’s what you should consider: