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Memphis, TN – Bank of America today announced the grand opening of a new financial center on Union Avenue in midtown Memphis. The opening of this center further expands Bank of America’s retail banking, lending and small business services in Memphis, along with...

(MEMPHIS, Tenn. – July 2, 2025) The Tri-State Defender will host its third TSD in the Community Forum, focusing on education and education policy. The forum is scheduled for Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church Broad, located at 2835 Broad...

WHO: Team Thomas Clardy WHAT: Prayer Vigil for Thomas Clardy WHEN: Monday, June 23, 7 p.m. WHERE: Corinthian Baptist Church, 819 33rd Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37209 DETAILS: On Monday, June 23, supporters of Thomas Clardy will host a prayer vigil at 7 p.m. at...

Nashville, TN, June 17 –  Last week, the State of Tennessee filed a motion seeking Thomas Clardy’s return to prison - capping an excruciating period during which Thomas was freed by a U.S. District Court in 2023 after serving 17 years in prison for a crime he did not...

(MEMPHIS, Tenn. – June 13, 2025) Agape Child & Family Services’ Becoming ONE program is set to provide married couples, single individuals and fathers with relationship-building tools through their free workshops Friday, June 27, Saturday, June 28 and Saturday,...

WHO: Agape Child & Family Services WHAT: Rebuilding Youth Futures Job & Resource Fair WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 2025, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. WHERE: Juvenile Court of Memphis and Shelby County, 616 Adams Avenue, Memphis, TN 38105 DETAILS: On Saturday, June 7, Agape Child...

(MEMPHIS, TN – May 5, 2025) The Carter Malone Group LLC (CMG) proudly welcomes Antonio Jones as the new graphic designer. Jones brings more than 20 years of experience and a versatile skill set in the visual arts to CMG and its clients. "We are excited to welcome...

(MEMPHIS, Tenn. – April 29, 2025) The African American community suffers from major health care issues. The Tri-State Defender believes it is important to have a public discussion focusing on diseases, mental health, the importance of fitness and the costs associated...

WHO:            Hattiloo Theatre WHAT:           Hattiloo's Musical Chairs Dinner Theatre WHEN:          Saturday, April 12, 6 p.m. WHERE:        Hattiloo Theatre, 37 South Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104 DETAILS: On Saturday, April 12, modern performing arts venue...

March 20, 2025 WHO:             Journey Community Schools (JCS) WHAT:           Journey Northeast Academy Groundbreaking Ceremony WHEN:          Saturday, March 22, 2025, 10 a.m. WHERE:        1170 Mullins Station Rd., Memphis, TN 38134 DETAILS: On Saturday, March 22,...