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Pandemic causes delay in Census

Jan 1, 2021
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In recent decades after each 10-year federal Census, the population count numbers were relea… Read more

Ann Pate is January 2021 Volunteer of the Month

Updated Jan 1, 2021
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Ann Pate, 85, who has been a volunteer with the Mid-South Parkinson’s Support Group for 32 y… Read more

Why I am getting COVID-19 vaccine

Jan 1, 2021
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I am excited to announce that I received my first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on Dec. 29. Read more

Next few months likely to be worst in history of public health

Updated Jan 1, 2021
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Robert Redfield, M.D., said the next few… Read more

What could be missing in retirement planning

Jan 1, 2021
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What is the one benefit you could be missing out on in your retirement planning toolbox? Read more

Ask Social Security: January 2021

Updated Jan 1, 2021
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Q. Can I refuse to give my Social Security number to a private business? Read more

This old man talking about your stuff: January 2021

Updated Jan 1, 2021
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Dear Old Man: Read more

In the 1840s a young Italian named Amanze Pacini visited Memphis before returning to his home in Valdottavo. This brief visit had a profound effect not only on his family and the development of Memphis, but also the history of American popular music. Read more

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Four tips for a productive 2021

Updated Jan 1, 2021
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As the calendar turns to 2021, consider these key products and processes to stay productive next year. Read more

Don't make unrealistic resolutions for 2021

Updated Jan 1, 2021
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As we begin to reflect upon the past year of all the goals and aspirations we achieved, we also need to think about the ones that sadly missed the mark. Read more