For family-owned Mosa Asian Bistro in East Memphis, freshness is the key to success.

The neighborhood restaurant creatively blends different styles of Asian cooking into customizable dishes, and it has grown steadily over the years thanks to repeat business from satisfied customers.

2. Events - Saturday, February 23, 2013

Make-A-Wish Mid-South will host Wine for Wishes Thursday, Feb. 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Cadre, 149 Monroe Ave. The fundraiser will include food and wine pairings, a silent auction and live music by The Will Tucker Band. Visit midsouth.wish.org.

3. Bishop Byrne Will Close, Merge With Memphis Catholic - Monday, January 28, 2013

Memphis Catholic Bishop J. Terry Steib likens the coming changes in two well-known Catholic schools with long histories to a nova.

“Later this spring we will reshape Memphis Catholic High School and Bishop Byrne High School into one entity,” Steib said in a recorded announcement Thursday, Jan. 24, as the closing of Bishop Byrne at the end of the current school year was announced. “Like the stars of the universe – a nova that implodes creates more stars – Memphis Catholic and Bishop Byrne have reached their peaks and will now help to build a model diocesan school. The best of Bishop Byrne and Memphis Catholic will be used to create the new star.”

4. Back to Work - Friday, January 11, 2013

The Shelby County legislative delegation to Nashville returned to the capital Tuesday, Jan. 8, with three fewer members – one state senator and two state representatives – all Democrats – but with no new faces.

5. Haslam Mulls School Vouchers for State - Monday, December 10, 2012

Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam may or may not push directly for some kind of move to school vouchers next year on Capital Hill.

But there will almost certainly be legislation to that effect, possibly with State Sen. Brian Kelsey of Germantown leading an effort he has made in several previous legislative sessions.

6. Donato Named Catholic Schools Superintendent - Saturday, December 08, 2012

Memphis Catholic Bishop J. Terry Steib has named Janet Donato as the new superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Memphis.

Donato had been serving as interim superintendent after Mary McDonald left to form an education consulting firm and write more about education reform.

7. Donato Named Catholic Schools Superintendent - Tuesday, December 04, 2012

Memphis Catholic Bishop J. Terry Steib has named Janet Donato as the new superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Memphis.

Donato had been serving as interim superintendent after Mary McDonald left to form an education consulting firm and write more about education reform.

8. McDonald’s Message - Monday, October 01, 2012

It has been a whirlwind for Dr. Mary McDonald since the end of June when she left as the superintendent of schools for the Catholic Diocese of Memphis. Just in September, she spent some 20 days on the road.

9. McDonald Leaving As Catholic Schools Spt. - Friday, May 04, 2012

Dr. Mary McDonald is leaving as superintendent of the Memphis Catholic Schools system effective June 30.

10. McDonald Leaving As Catholic Schools Superintendent - Thursday, May 03, 2012

Dr. Mary McDonald is leaving as superintendent of the Memphis Catholic Schools system effective June 30.

11. Celebrity Waiters Night Benefits RMH Memphis - Thursday, January 05, 2012

To raise awareness for the upcoming Rock 103 21st annual Radiothon to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Memphis, Buffalo Wild Wings at 8385 U.S. 64 will host a Celebrity Waiters Night Thursday, Jan. 12, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

12. Allen Returns to Memphis, Devotes Time to Nonprofits - Friday, December 23, 2011

After 14 years running a gallery, representing artists and writing for arts magazines in the Big Apple, Michel Allen last year returned home to the Bluff City to raise money, provide public relations services and develop marketing strategies for Memphis area nonprofits.

13. Tenn. Voucher Debate: Private School Bailout or Much-Needed Choice? - Tuesday, November 08, 2011

NASHVILLE – Critics of a bill to create a school voucher system in Tennessee characterized the plan as a "bailout" for financially failing private schools while proponents hailed it as a needed new choice in education during a legislative hearing this past week.

14. Mrs. Obama Applauds Olive Garden 'Healthier Food' Announcement - Friday, September 16, 2011

HYATTSVILLE, Md. (AP) — Michelle Obama said Thursday that a pledge by the Olive Garden and Red Lobster restaurants and their sister chains to serve healthier meals is a "breakthrough moment" for the industry.

15. Events - Thursday, September 08, 2011

The Small Business Chamber will hold a power lunch titled “Doing Business with the Memphis Latino Community” Thursday, Sept. 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Better Business Bureau, 3693 Tyndale Drive. For more information, call Sally Baker Brenner at 748-8889.

16. Events - Wednesday, September 07, 2011

The Small Business Chamber will hold a power lunch titled “Doing Business with the Memphis Latino Community” Thursday, Sept. 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Better Business Bureau, 3693 Tyndale Drive. For more information, call Sally Baker Brenner at 748-8889.

17. Events - Tuesday, September 06, 2011

The Daily News’ offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of Labor Day. Offices reopen at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, and will remain open during normal business hours.

The Memphis Public Library & Information Center will host Facing History and Ourselves’ “Choosing to Participate” exhibit Tuesday, Sept. 6, through Nov. 30 at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. The multimedia exhibit aims to generate conversation about prejudice and injustice and to identify ways to transform the community. Admission is free. For more information, email nancy_knight@facing.org.

18. Events - Friday, September 02, 2011

The Daily News’ offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of Labor Day. Offices reopen at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, and will remain open during normal business hours.

The Greater Memphis Chamber will present “HobNob: Politics in the Park” Wednesday, Sept. 7, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the AutoZone Park courtyard, 200 Union Ave. Attendees can mingle with elected officials and political candidates and enjoy barbecue and beer. The event is free but space is limited. Registration is due Monday, Sept. 5. To register, contact Beverly Davis at 543-3547 or bdavis@memphischamber.com.

19. Canine Comfort - Friday, August 05, 2011

A wet nosed-kiss, a gentle nuzzle and the wag of a happy tail can go a long way to brighten anyone’s day, but it’s especially true for people facing serious physical and emotional challenges.

The health benefits of spending time with companion animals include a decrease in blood pressure and cholesterol and triglyceride levels, as well as decreased feelings of loneliness and increased opportunities for exercise and socializing, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

20. Diocese's Autism Program Celebrates Milestone - Friday, July 01, 2011

The ANGEL Program, which serves children diagnosed with autism, is celebrating its first year at Holy Rosary Catholic School, 4841 Park Ave. in East Memphis.

21. Training Ground - Friday, April 29, 2011

The first thing many Memphis Catholic High School alumni notice is that the Midtown school hasn’t changed since they went there. But they do notice a difference in the student body. The private school had always been a mix of middle- and upper-class students – some with well-known last names and some who were children of blue-collar families. That changed in the 2006-2007 school year.

22. Reading, Writing, Rebirth - Friday, April 08, 2011

When Bishop Terry Steib 13 years ago asked Dr. Mary McDonald to come on board as superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Memphis, he did so with a uniquely challenging task in mind.

23. Serving Education - Thursday, February 17, 2011

The last time Memphis Catholic High School had a kitchen that served hot meals, the school’s mascot was a terrier and it was an all boys school.

Since the 1970-1971 school year, it’s been reheated food, vending machines and brown bags.

24. Events - Wednesday, August 19, 2009

The Liberty National Life Insurance Co. will hold a “We’re Hiring” event today at Hilton Memphis, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd., and Holiday Inn Select East, 5795 Poplar Ave. Interview times will be 9 a.m., noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. For more information, visit www.lnlcareers.com.

25. Best Lawyers to Honor Ogletree Deakins’ Lewis - Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Best Lawyers in America will honor Fred Lewis of Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC during its 25th anniversary event in Atlanta April 23-25.

26. The Flintco Cos. Names Musson Business Development Director - Wednesday, April 01, 2009

Troy Musson has been hired by The Flintco Cos. Inc. as its director of business development for Flintco’s Memphis and Springdale, Ark., offices.

27. Target Investor Plans to Nominate 5 to Board - Wednesday, March 18, 2009

NEW YORK (AP) - One of Target Corp.'s biggest shareholders said Tuesday that he plans to nominate five candidates to the company's board at its annual shareholders meeting in May, against the discount retailer's wishes.

28. McDowell Named Radiology Director At Methodist University Hospital - Wednesday, January 07, 2009

Tina McDowell has been promoted to director of radiology at Methodist University Hospital. She served as the manager of diagnostic radiology at MUH for the past six years.

29. Events - Wednesday, August 27, 2008

The Memphis Regional Chamber will hold a Breakfast Forum today from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. U of M basketball coach John Calipari will speak. Cost is $20 for members and $30 for prospective members. For reservations, contact Ericka Milford at 543-3518 or emilford@memphischamber.com.

30. Jones Ascends to High-Level Position At Army Corps of Engineers - Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Carol Winfield Jones has been selected as chief, project development branch and assistant to the deputy district engineer for project management for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District.

31. Brooks Named VP of Junior Achievement - Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Mary Brooks has been named vice president of programs for Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South Inc. Previously, Brooks served as the director of programs for Junior Achievement. In her new position, she will oversee the operation of Exchange City, Junior Achievement's model city, which is operated for a day by area fifth-graders.

32. Prostitution Plagues Memphis Neighborhoods, Businesses - Friday, August 24, 2007

You can't buy much with $20 nowadays. It won't even buy a full tank of gas.

But in the sex-for-sale industry, buyers have quite a few options, most of which are not suitable to be printed in the newspaper.

33. After Ignoring Others' Advice, Gilbert Discovers Enjoyable Legal Career - Thursday, May 10, 2007

Allison T. Gilbert likes to go against the grain.

When she was searching for a job after college and without a specific career in mind, the people around her advised not to go to law school. So that was exactly what Gilbert did. Almost 10 years later, Gilbert is now a member at Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh PLLC. She focuses her practice in the areas of commercial and industrial real estate.

34. Eighth Jubilee School to Get New Building in '08 - Tuesday, April 10, 2007

3575 Emerald St.
Memphis, TN 38115
Permit Cost: $2 million

Project Cost: $3.2 million (phase one)

35. Gerard Appointed Administrator at Methodist Cancer Center - Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Dr. Dava F. Gerard has been appointed administrator for the Methodist Healthcare Cancer Center. She previously was the founding vice president and chief operating officer of the Nevada Cancer Institute in Las Vegas.

36. 'Bon Voyage' Concert Debuts Saturday at St. Mary's Buckman Center - Monday, May 01, 2006

May 2

The Memphis Public Library & Information Center presents "Orientation and Genealogy Basics" from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. Call 415-2742 for more information.

37. Blount Rises to Vice President at Wachovia - Wednesday, February 08, 2006

Michelle Blount has been named vice president and senior community banker for Wachovia Bank in Memphis. She has 12 years of experience in the financial services industry and most recently served as vice president in commercial banking for First Tennessee Bank.

38. Archived Article: Newsmakers - Wednesday, September 01, 2004
MAAR Elects Board of Directors

MPD Names Public Information Officer

Larry Godwin, interim director of the Memphis Police Department, selected Sgt. Vince Higgins to serve as the departments new public information officer. Higgins, a 14-year vet...

39. Archived Article: Real Recap - Tuesday, August 03, 2004
8635 Highway 64

Holiday Inn Express Sells for $2.2 Million

8635 U.S. Highway 64

Memphis, TN 38133

Cost: $2.2 million

Buyer: First Lotus LLC

Seller: Wilson Inn-4064 Inc.

Property: Holiday Inn Express at 8635 U.S. Highway 64 near ...

40. Archived Article: Newsmakers - Wednesday, July 28, 2004
Agricenter Gets New Director of Research

Agricenter Gets New Director of Research

Jamie Jenkins joined Agricenter International as director of research. Jenkins previously worked with the University of Tennessee Agriculture Extension Service. ...

41. Archived Article: Comm Focus - Friday, September 19, 2003
Community

New School Helps Revitalize Neighborhood

LANCE ALLAN

The Daily News

April 4, 1968, was a dark day in Memphis history. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in town to support striking sanitation workers, was assassinated on that day. But...

42. Archived Article: Comm Briefs - Friday, June 20, 2003
The University of Memphis salutes the American flag this summer

The University of Memphis salutes the American flag this summer with an exhibit in the Ned R. McWherter Library.

The librarys first-floor foyer displays documents pertaining to th...

43. Archived Article: Real Review - Tuesday, February 05, 2002
Three closed Catholic schools Three closed Catholic schools to reopen as part of Jubilee The Most Rev. J. Terry Steib, Catholic bishop of Memphis, announced the diocese will continue to revitalize its educational heritage in Memphis by opening Catho...

44. Archived Article: Streamline (lead) - Tuesday, October 16, 2001
Streamline move means at least 10 more jobs

Streamline move means more jobs

By MARY DANDO

The Daily News

In the current belt-tightening economy, one Memphis company is expanding and has relocated to meet increased demand.

Streamline D...

45. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, August 08, 2001
Dr Dr. William M. Locante, a Memphis dentist, was elected president of the Southern District, American Academy of Implant Dentistry. The academy has 2,000 members and is one of the oldest professional organizations dedicated to the advancement of im...

46. Archived Article: Standout - Friday, June 15, 2001
By JENNIFER MURLEY Class act By JENNIFER MURLEY The Daily News They told her it would be impossible to re-open old inner-city Catholic schools. Well, six formerly defunct Catholic schools in Downtown, South and North Memphis have been re-opened in t...

47. Archived Article: Real Focus (medical) - Tuesday, February 22, 2000
Construction starts on two major medical projects Construction starts on two major medical projects By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News Ground has been broken for two major projects on the Baptist Memorial Hospital-East campus. Healthcare Realty Trust ...

48. Archived Article: Filler - Monday, November 29, 1999
Assisi Foundation aids Assisi Foundation aids local Catholic schools The Assisi Foundation of Memphis Inc. has announced $2 million in grants to the Catholic Diocese of Memphis to help in reopening six inner-city Catholic schools. Half of the money ...

49. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, August 31, 1998
Aug Aug. 31 The Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants will offer a seminar from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. titled "An Engagement Approach to Researching, Evaluating and Understanding the Company" at the Fogelman Executive Center at...

50. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, August 24, 1998
Aug Aug. 24 Memphis Area Radio Stations Association will present a seminar from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Ridgeway Inn at Poplar Avenue and Interstate 240. Consultant Irwin Pollack will discuss radio ad selling from 8:30 a.m. to noon and radio stat...

51. Archived Article: St. Benedict Add - Friday, November 14, 1997
By LAURIE JOHNSON St. Benedict starts expansion project By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News Construction has started on an almost 20,000-square-foot addition to the St. Benedict at Auburndale school at 2100 Germantown Parkway in Cordova. The two-story,...

52. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, June 25, 1997
Joseph Kyles, an assistant professor of education at Shelby State Community College, has been elected to serve as president of the Tennessee Young Democrats Joseph Kyles, an assistant professor of education at Shelby State Community College, has bee...

53. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, May 21, 1997
Bill Wilson Jr Bill Wilson Jr. and Linda B. Ward have joined the mortgage lending department of Victory Bank. Wilson has been named senior loan officer of mortgage lending. He previously was a loan officer at Community Mortgage Corp. Ward has joined...

54. Archived Article: Back - Wednesday, June 26, 1996
Leadership Memphis announces 1997 class Leadership Memphis announces 1997 class Top business executives, administrators, civic volunteers and ministers are among the 55 leaders in the public and private sectors who have been selected to participate ...

55. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, November 22, 1995
11\22 memos Bena Cates is the new assistant to the executive director of the Church Health Center. Cates created the centers first development board, jointly originated the Good Samaritan Awards, which recognize health care professionals who volunte...