Living

More and more students are attending the University of Memphis, and other organizations have taken notice. One nonprofit wants to give these students more transportation options.

With $80, an iPhone and a strong desire to bring African goods to e-commerce, Whitney Osei-Akintaju founded Ethnic District in 2016.

With school back in swing, juggling carpool responsibilities is one task almost every parent dreads. Conquer your school carpool with these tips:

Although the Memphis Grizzlies missed the playoffs last season and won just 21 games, there are many reasons for fans to be hopeful for the team’s 2018-19 campaign. For one, guard Mike Conley, who missed all but 21 games last year, is finally healthy.

Whether you’re pairing up with your high school bestie or you were lucky enough to click with someone during orientation, choosing a college roommate can be easy. But for the majority, it’s one of the most stressful things about heading off to university.

One of my friends likes nothing more than to ensnare me in wearying debates. Given that we are polar political opposites and his strong opinions – and his 6-foot 5-inch frame – overpower me, I often opt for restraint.

Following last month’s death of legendary soul singer Aretha Franklin, a movement to save her Memphis birthplace home has risen.

Believe it or not, basketball starts next month, and the Grizzlies recently added new faces to the roster. Let’s welcome these players to Memphis:

You’ve got the carving knife, a stencil (that you’ll never tell the neighbors you used) and a trash bag for all the seeds. Now, you just need the pumpkin to turn into a jack-o’-lantern.

Cities from Seattle to St. Petersburg are banning single-use plastics like plastic straws, utensils and stirrers to limit the amount of plastic waste in the oceans.

It’s September, and the Memphis Tigers football program looks to build on last year’s impressive season. But did you know several former Tigers are NFL stars? You might recognize these names:

With school back in session, many families deal with the sniffles that accompany having children. A health savings account from Fidelity Bank can help you better prepare for unexpected medical expenses. An HSA can be used only if you have a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) — generally any health plan with a deductible of at least $1,350 for an individual or $2,700 for a family.

A recent USDA study shows that for every dollar Americans spend on food, only 7.8 cents goes to farmers, their lowest share since 1993. Another important metric: For the first time, over half of all consumer food dollars are spent at restaurants.

This fall, a nonprofit daily news source will be launching that President Eric Barnes hopes raises the bar for journalism in Memphis.

If you want to try a smart device to upgrade your home, I would suggest a smart lock. The smart lock is practical and easy-to-use, as most versions connect to an app you can access on your phone.

Are you having a stressful day at work that just doesn’t seem to end? We have one simple cure for you: Just smile. Spiritual leaders, psychologists and neuroscientists agree that a simple act of smiling can change your attitude and the world around you.

The in-store shopping experience is antiquated and inefficient, especially for today’s busy and informed customer. That’s why Clu Technologies is creating a b2b retail solution that puts shoppers in control by allowing them to access the information they need using touchscreen LED devices.

Enjoy cool cocktails, fun music and gorgeous sunsets from one of the city’s best rooftop bars when you party at iconic The Peabody Memphis.

Drive through Downtown Memphis on a given morning, and you’re likely to find dozens of homeless locals lined up, hoping to be chosen for the Hospitality Hub’s Work Local program. If selected, they will have the chance to receive $50 and a meal in exchange for five hours of work cleaning up around the city.

Scrolling through filtered feeds of perfect Instagram posts can cause anxiety. For hyper-connected millennials, the struggle is real – trying to maintain the illusion of an “Insta-perfect” personal brand, fueled by comparisons to other highly curated feeds.

Find fresh, nutritious and healthy food every weekend at the Memphis Farmers Market. The producer-only market features farmers and artisans showcasing locally sourced produce, food items and arts and crafts.

Our daughters are performing as never before and outperforming boys. But, there’s a disturbing contradiction that parents and teachers should be aware of.

When creating documents and marketing materials, it’s easy to think “I have this much space to work with, why not fill all of it?” While this often makes sense, it can really hinder your message.

An important Whitehaven park is getting an upgrade, thanks to the philanthropic arm of a state health insurer. Last month, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Health Foundation decided to invest $5.4 million in David Carnes Park.

Looking for a way to unwind? ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) videos are sweeping the internet, offering an unexpected pleasant, tingly sensation to viewers.

Last month, Mayor Jim Strickland and the city’s Division of Housing and Community Development launched the Memphis Heritage Trail, bringing together historical tourism, urban redevelopment and public art installations in order to honor African-American culture in Memphis.

Knowledge Quest, a nonprofit based in south Memphis, is turning a vacant apartment building into a center for urban immersion learning. The building, which sits next to the organization’s organic urban farm, will soon house college students who will come to study subjects like agriculture, education and business.

Bottled is an app enabling people to meet one another and learn what it’s like to live in another region or country. Think modern-day pen pals.

Of the estimated 3 million apps for anything and everything, there are bound to be some strange ones.

This spring, don’t forget the break. If you have a job, you’re likely working hard, especially if you have one of the top 10 most stressful jobs.