WASHINGTON (AP) – The Federal Reserve said Wednesday that the U.S. economy has strengthened after pausing late last year but still needs the Fed's extraordinary support to help lower high unemployment.

2. Obama Carries Shelby, Cohen Over Flinn and Two Tax Hikes Defeated - Wednesday, November 07, 2012

President Barack Obama carried Shelby County in unofficial Nov. 6 election returns as his Republican challenger Mitt Romney took the state’s 11 electoral votes.

Voter turnout in the most popular election cycle among Shelby County voters was 61.9 percent, about the same percentage as four years ago. But the 371,256 voters is fewer than 2008 when more than 400,000 Shelby County voters cast ballots. The percentage is about the same because there are fewer registered voters in Shelby County than there were four years ago after a purge by election officials.

3. Mueller Net Income Up $5.5 Million - Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Memphis-based Mueller Industries Inc. reported third quarter 2012 net income of $15.5 million Tuesday, Oct. 23, on net sales of $514.2 million.

4. Brown Joins REACH As Vice President - Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Stephen Brown has joined REACH Human Capital as vice president of business development. In his new role, Brown will assist companies in selecting and training employees.

5. Mueller Q2 Net Income Drops on Slow Commercial Construction - Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Memphis-based Mueller Industries Inc. posted second quarter net income of $17.9 million, or 47 cents per diluted share.

6. Mueller Reports Lower Net Income in Q1 - Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Mueller Industries Inc. reported $32.6 million in net income for the first three months of 2012.

The earnings for the 13-week quarter compared to $40.6 million in the 14-week first quarter of 2011.

7. Gov't Helps Keep Loans Cheap – If You Can Get One - Friday, September 18, 2009

NEW YORK (AP) - It's a good time to borrow money for a home, car or small business.

A year after a global freeze in the credit markets prompted massive government intervention to prevent the financial system from collapsing, interest rates remain at historic lows. But banks are demanding more collateral, bigger down payments and detailed financial histories from borrowers.

8. Events - Thursday, September 17, 2009

The Memphis Lawyers’ Chapter and University of Memphis Law School Student Chapter of the Federalist Society will hold a seminar today from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, 3715 Central Ave. Steven J. Mulroy and Christopher Green will present “A Constitution Day Debate: Living Constitution vs. Original Intent.” To register, call Greg Grisham at 527-0214.

9. Events - Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Talk Shoppe will present “Home Financing: How to Get the Best Deal in Today’s Market” today from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, 3693 Tyndale Drive. For more information, call Jo Garner at 482-0354.

10. Mortgage Rates Fall; Unemployment Data Still Weak - Friday, December 19, 2008

WASHINGTON (AP) - Mortgage rates are falling as this week's dramatic action by the Federal Reserve provides a boost to the dismal housing market, but the nation's unemployment rolls are stuck at historically high levels amid a deepening recession.

11. Quartet of TICs Joins Countrywood Crossing - Tuesday, December 02, 2008

2257 N. Germantown Parkway
Memphis, TN 38116
Sale Amount: $6.7 Million (combined)

12. Mueller CEO Resigns, New Executive Named - Wednesday, September 17, 2008

William D. O’Hagan, CEO of Mueller Industries Inc., will resign his post effective Dec. 31. O’Hagan was diagnosed with lung cancer in October and currently is undergoing treatment. He will continue to advise the company as a consultant and will be designated as a director emeritus.

13. Wassmer Captures Account Exec Spot at Thompson & Berry - Wednesday, June 07, 2006

Katie Wassmer has been promoted to account executive at Thompson & Berry Public Relations, a division of Thompson & Co. Wassmer has been with Thompson & Berry for two years. She joined the company as an intern. Wassmer graduated from the University of Memphis in 2004 with a bachelor's degree in journalism/public relations.

14. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, September 03, 2003
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Greg V. Ortega was named director of corporate product marketing for TBC Corp. Ortega previously held positions as TBCs manager of strategic marketing and manager of marketing and procurement for light truck tires. He earned...

15. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, September 13, 1999
Sept Sept. 13 The Quality Center will sponsor an ISO 9000 internal auditor workshop through Sept. 14. The cost is $395. For more information, call 543-3530 or visit the organizations Web site at www.msqpc.com. Shelby County Republican Women will mee...

16. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, July 28, 1999
Mike W Mike W. Myers has been named chief operating officer for Back Yard Burgers Inc. Myers formerly was regional vice president of Whataburger Inc. in Irving, Texas. He has a masters degree from the University of Phoenix. Lawrence C. Day has been ...