Brown, the only coach in basketball history to win an NCAA national championship and an NBA title, said Penny Hardaway had talked to him about coming to Memphis when Hardaway took the job as head coach at his alma mater in 2018.
It was cold in Memphis when a well-dressed man and his girlfriend left the Forrest Park Hotel on the evening of Dec. 18, 1928. His wallet bulged with 200 $100 bills as they climbed into a Yellow Taxi heading for the city’s night clubs. What happened to these two visitors from St. Paul, Minne…
Once a location was determined and secured, the first 10 floors and the 12-story tower were built and it took only 180 days, or 26 weeks.
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Every human being is the author of his own health and disease. —Buddha
Our family is from New England, and we have a nice collection of Saturday Evening Girls Pottery. Cups, plates, bowls and pitchers.
In the decades since George Jetson previewed his pushbutton lifestyle, some of us have dreamed of a smart home of our very own.
Gallery Ten Ninety-One presents” Indefinitely Wild”: Works by Angi Cooper and Janet Weed Beaver Sept. 1-30 at wkno.org. This exhibition may be viewed online only at wkno.org. There are no works on display at the WKNO Studios.
Memphis has been home to several important historians who have chronicled our city’s storied past. One of the most significant was Fred L. Hutchins, who preserved a part of Memphis history that would have been lost without his dedicated effort.
The 2021 Memphis District Senior Olympics will be Sept. 24-Oct. 8.
If you’re looking for information about health, finance, lifestyles and more for Mid-Southerners 50 and older, watch WKNO-TV’s half-hour magazine-style series, “The Best Times” airing on WKNO Channel 10.
I am excited about Windows 11, but I do not want to wait until December to try it. Is there a way to get an advance copy?
Local events, festivals, arts & entertainment happening in August near you.
My mom and dad lived in Benton, Ark. They worked at the Eagle Pottery Company. They have left me several pieces of Niloak Pottery and I would like to know if they have any value.
There likely will be something for everyone during the new theater season.
WKNO-TV’s “The Best Times” with Cris Hardaway airs Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. on Channel 10.
The Delta Fair: Now accepting entries in the arts, crafts and livestock competitions. Booklets are available at local libraries, the U.T. Extension office in wing B of the Agricenter, or call 487-3075 to have one mailed to you. This year’s fair opens Sept. 3. Senior Day is Wed. Sept. 8.
His advice to beginning collectors is to “be educated about what you want to collect.”
Are Apple’s new AirTags and Samsung SmartTags ready for everyday use?
Five years ago, Brett Batterson, Orpheum Theatre Group president and CEO, brought the Mending Hearts Camp to Memphis from Chicago where he started it 16 years ago.
Big Round Records’ new archival recording – “Berl Olswanger and the Olswanger Beat” -- is the label’s third release of digitized records by the popular Memphis musician known as Mr. Music.
Many agencies are remembered to this day -- the Civilian Conservation Corps, Tennessee Valley Authority and the Works Progress Administration.
One agency that has been forgotten is the National Youth Administration, which allowed many students to stay in school and helped others to gain skills that assisted them in finding meaningful employment. NYA offices were established across the nation, including in Memphis.
It is so captivating you will have to stay up all night discovering the solution to the mystery.
I have two Currier and Ives Lithographs “High Water” and “Low Water in the Mississippi” both framed 1868. Can you tell me about them?
For information about health, finance and lifestyles of Mid-Southerners over 50 watch WKNO-TV’s half-hour magazine-style series called “The Best Times” airing Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on WKNO Channel 10.
Here are just some of the weekend trips you can make from Memphis.
The Bluff City Balloon Jamboree will take place on June 19-20 on Maynard Way in Collierville.
I had the pleasure of meeting the writer Memphian Susan Cushman recently to discuss her new book “John and Mary Margaret.” It’s a novel based on historical facts about life and events in the late 1960s.
Local events in June which include Outdoor cinema, Arts, concerts, and theater
Q. A pro tech friend tells me that reset is no longer needed because of the way Microsoft does updates. Why do you feel it’s beneficial, given the downsides?
“The violin has tears,” said Jacob Bloom as he explained why he gave up the flute and began playing the violin.
Adventure and fun in Memphis and nearby destinations are in store for grandparents and their grandchildren this summer at amusement parks, museums and at many outdoor activities.
WKNO-TV’s half-hour magazine-style series called “The Best Times” features segments on the health, finance and lifestyles of Mid-Southerners over 50 Thursdays at 7:30 PM on WKNO Channel 10.
In May of 1963 white supremacists employed arson, bombings, and rioting to stop non-violent civil rights protests in Birmingham, Ala.
Our May book review is actually the review of three books by the same author, Sylvia Bryden-Stock.
Dear Old Man:
The cords and wires that populate our lives seem pretty much invisible until something goes wrong. Product photography rarely shows wires of any kind. But in real life cables, cords, and wires are everywhere.
My Backyard and Other Exotic Places: photography by Carter Davis now through May 31. Presented by Gallery Ten Ninety-One now-May 31 online at wkno.org. These works shows us you do not have to travel to exotic places to get exotic pictures.
In 1910 a Japanese immigrant named Kuni Wada opened a bakery in the Crosstown neighborhood of Memphis. When curious Memphians sampled his bread, pastries and biscuits they quickly made it the most popular bakery in the city.
'A Murder in Music City' features corruption, scandal and the framing of an innocent man set in 1964 Nashville.
What is an effective way to keep my laptop running like new?
Events happening near you in April 2021.
My mother gave me this vase. What is its value?
The Grizzlies might have once been a side content to miss out on the playoffs on a regular basis, but not anymore.
Book Review: “On the Road Less Traveled” by Ed Hajim. It is his life story and for all the difficulties he had to encounter and deal with throughout his life. His book begins when he is only 3 years old when his father kidnaps him from his mother and tells Ed that his mother has died.
Sometimes I see a small green or orange dot near the top right of my iPhone screen. What does that mean?
Mississippi River pilot has inspired many writers to celebrate the folklore and history of perhaps America’s greatest body of water.
“The Best Times” on WKNO/Channel10 is the series that takes a look at life after 50. Check out the episode topics for March:
Local and virtual events for the month of March in the Memphis Area.
My mother-in-law collects Memphis area art and she has given us a few of her original works and prints. Can you help us by appraising some of them?
Q. I got my first Android smartphone over the holidays. Which apps do you consider must-haves?
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In the earliest days of the pandemic, why did scientists, first consider, then quickly dismiss that this virus could be bio-engineered? A CNN special report, hosted by Dr. Sanjay Gupta, delves into the potential origins of the virus that caused the pandemic. -- Sunday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CNN.
Vaccine advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration declined to recommend the agency approve Covid-19 booster doses for everyone who got vaccinated six months ago or longer. However, they did recommend a more limited step: emergency use authorization for people 65 and older, and for peop…
Vaccine advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration declined to recommend the agency approve Covid-19 booster doses for everyone who got vaccinated six months ago or longer. CNN's Don Lemon discusses the decision with medical analyst Dr. Jonathan Reiner.
Pro sports mobility coach Dana Santas teaches six exercises you can do without equipment to increase strength, mobility and durability.
Mobility coach Dana Santas offers 5 exercises to combat the negative effects of prolonged sitting.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, fighting an illness, or want to feel your best, a good night's sleep is extremely important. Here are some tips to help you sleep better.
Dana Santas, a breathing, mobility, and mind-body coach in professional sports, demonstrates four yoga moves that help prepare your body for sleep.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks about what you can do to stay active when you hit the halfway mark of living to 100.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta tells us how short interval, high intensity workouts can possibly increase your life expectancy.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta took on one of the hardest interviews, taking questions from children. He met with elementary students in Atlanta to answer their questions about Covid-19 and how to stay safe. They spoke outside in masks in compliance with school policy.
From product innovations to major recalls, Stacker researched what happened in food history every year since 1921, according to news and government sources.
Stacker researched the evolution of food over the last half-century, the driving forces behind the changes, and the impact those changes have had on nearly every corner of society.
In an interview with CNN's Erin Burnett, Nathaniel Osborn says his son's appendix ruptured while they waited more than six hours in an emergency room because the hospital was slammed with Covid-19 patients.
CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains when you should stretch and why stretching may increase your longevity.
CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how to train your body to workout in the mornings -- and why that may help you live to 100.
Sitting can be dangerous to your health. Dr. Sanjay Gupta tell us how moving more could help us live to 100.
Sacramento State bans students who aren't vaccinated
CNN's Randi Kaye attempts to speak with chiropractor Dan Busch, who despite not being a medical doctor, wrote medical exemptions for students wishing to opt out of wearing masks in Sarasota County Schools in Florida.
When digging into the details of Macy’s earnings report, it is clear that much of their boost comes from the online world. When compared to this time last year, online sales are down six percent. At this time last year, all stores were closed. Therefore,...
Stacker brings you the most popular baby names in the past 100 years using Social Security Administration data.
Rapper Nicki Minaj claimed on social media that her cousin's friend has "swollen testicles" after taking the Covid-19 vaccine. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta joins New Day to debunk the rapper.
A hospital in upstate New York is "pausing" deliveries of babies because of the number of maternity unit employee resignations over the state's Covid-19 vaccination requirements, health officials say.
Americans have grown more supportive of coronavirus vaccine mandates for workers, students, and in everyday public life, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS. The shift comes amid renewed worries about the pandemic and a continued partisan divide over the efforts to combat it.
August is what some call the Sunday of summer. But don’t worry, I can help you find the best money-saving deals that will certainly help you get through these dog days of summer. Check out my list below to find out how your dollar can...
Ready to vacation, but on your terms? RV travel has spiked in popularity since the pandemic and shows no signs of slowing. If you’re new to this sort of getaway, a good way to learn the ropes is to rent. Beyond the big box agencies,...
Broadry — Tiny homes are a BIG thing. The little vacation-rentals-on-wheels are gaining popularity with outdoor enthusiasts seeking a unique mini cabin-like campground experience. Guests can book these budget-friendly mini homes like they would any other campsite or glamping accommodation — most range between 175 and 350...
Broadry — While major national parks and large family attractions tend to grab travel headlines, there are still plenty of under-the-radar destinations to consider visiting this summer. RVshare, the largest peer-to-peer RV rental marketplace, put together a list of some of their top camping-friendly picks: South...
In this week’s Ask Brad, Brad Wilson from Brad’s Deals gives his take on how to score potential discounts on Apple products: Advertiser’s disclosure: If you purchase something through a Brad’s Deals link, the site may earn a commission. Pricing and product availability are accurate...
