Living

Last month, we wrote about private companies offering rentable scooters. But one nonprofit has another model for making transportation affordable.

Summer is just around the corner, and luckily Memphis has plenty of great parks offering activities from adventure courses to fitness trails. Here are some of our favorites:

Lately, safety concerns related to ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft have increased. These apps offer so much convenience, but they also demand extra responsibilities. Remember these safety tips:

Many in our society are focusing on making their lives greener. But for some, the concept seems so vast that it’s hard to understand the lingo.

Looking to enjoy some local brews this spring? Memphis breweries give patrons the chance to enjoy great beer while soaking in some nice weather. Here are our favorites:

Indoor rock climbing has never been the cheapest activity. But Memphis Rox doesn’t turn anyone away even if they can’t pay.

Looking to get away for awhile this spring or summer? Whether you’re looking for a brief day trip or a long weekend, there are plenty of great options when it comes to road trips:

After winning the Pacific Coast League the last two years, the Memphis Redbirds are looking for a three-peat. A new manager and a new division are just a few of the changes happening this year.

Sometimes the best medicine is snuggles from your fur baby. But what do you do if your pet has an incurable disease? Here are some tips to allow you both to live your best lives.

Occasionally making yourself inaccessible is essential to boosting focus. A survey found that always being reachable – checking emails during off days, scrolling through social media, responding to texts 24/7 – is associated with higher stress levels. This is known as “continuous partial attention,” a state of alertness largely driven by FOMO.

It’s that time of year again. Crawfish season is in full swing, and there are two great festivals next month that feature “crawlers” as the main draw.

Easter draws up images of large family brunches with glazed ham, colored eggs and other delights. But if you’re looking to shake things up and go out this year, Memphis has plenty of great brunch spots. Here are our three favorites:

On May 2, the Mississippi River Museum will reopen its doors to visitors. The museum, which focuses on the Mississippi River’s role in the Civil War and in transportation today, temporarily closed last July.

Here are our favorite apps to make travel easier, more affordable and more fun.

Parents across America continue to worry about the apps their children and teens download. Here are two apps that can give parents peace of mind.

Do you want to be a better listener? Here is an advanced practice drill. Listen to someone you really disagree with. It should not be a challenge to find someone in today’s political climate.

When I was four and just becoming aware of people outside my family, I began noticing our wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors.

Several studies have indicated that the effects of a strong preschool education last well into adulthood. It’s no wonder that so many cities are looking to expand access to pre-kindergarten courses.

Aside from a glitzy brand name, what qualifies a car as “luxury”? Power, looks, exotic wood inlays and heated everything?

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:

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

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.

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:

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.

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:

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.