Vol Nation should celebrate. It’s a new year. It’s got to be better than 2017. Tennessee athletics had a bad year, one of the worst ever. It was rough for fans, alumni and boosters.

2. Grab a Gun, Go See Your State Representative - Thursday, November 9, 2017

When legislative leaders started to allow guns in the Legislative Plaza nearly two years ago, the Sierra Club’s Scott Banbury had his daughter take pictures of him wearing his holstered Ruger and lobbyist ID card to put on lawmakers’ desks with the question: “Is this what you want?”

3. U of M Grads Say Bye to Student Loan Debt - Thursday, July 27, 2017

Student loan debt looms large for most college graduates, but one local professional has created a system to knock out $150,000 in student loans in five years, and he wants to put those tools in the hands of a generation that is struggling toward financial freedom.

4. Busiest Season for Sports Hits Big Orange Country - Friday, March 3, 2017

It’s the busiest time of the year for Tennessee athletics. There’s even some football to whet your gridiron appetite.

The Vols begin spring football practices March 21, and the DISH Orange & White Game is April 22 at Neyland Stadium. By then, much will have happened in Big Orange Nation.

5. What Lies Ahead for UT Athletics in 2017 - Friday, December 30, 2016

Hey Vols fans, Happy New Year. May your 2017 year in Tennessee sports be better than your 2016 year in Tennessee sports. Perhaps, a fresh start is what we all need. Let’s face it. The Music City Bowl wasn’t where Tennessee wanted the 2016 football season to end. The Vols were picked to win the SEC East Division in preseason and floundered to an 8-4 record in the regular season, 4-4 in the SEC. Their football season was about the norm for most UT sports in 2016: average. Here are some dates to mark in hope of better things ahead in 2017...

6. Council Sets Stage for Final Pot Ordinance Vote - Wednesday, September 21, 2016

With no debate, Memphis City Council members approved Tuesday, Sept. 20, the second of three readings of an ordinance that would allow police officers to write a ticket with a $50 fine for possession of less than a half ounce of marijuana.

7. SRVS' Saulsberry Honored for Her Work - Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Wendy Saulsberry is one of two recipients of the 2016 Direct Support Professional of the Year for Tennessee by the American Network of Community Options and Resources. Saulsberry is a direct support professional for SRVS, a United Way agency that supports more than 1,200 children and adults with disabilities.
Saulsberry says that as a DSP, she is deeply committed to the well-being of SRVS clients, assists them with their daily activities and advocates on behalf of their interests.

8. Attorney Schattgen Joins Bass, Berry & Sims - Wednesday, June 8, 2016

Shine Chen Schattgen has joined the Memphis office of Bass, Berry & Sims LLP as an associate in the law firm’s health care group. Schattgen, who previously practiced in the Boston office of Ropes & Gray LLP, counsels health care clients on a range of operational, regulatory and transactional matters.

9. Many See Cause for Optimism Despite Slower US Job Growth - Monday, February 8, 2016

WASHINGTON (AP) — Consider looking past January's so-so job growth.

At first glance, Friday's government report on U.S. hiring was a downer — 151,000 added jobs, well below the pace of the previous few months.

10. Small Shops, Big Business - Saturday, November 7, 2015

Reese Witherspoon’s flagship boutique, Draper James, opened last week in the 12South area, and the reception was all Nashville.

Musical performances by Lee Ann Womack and Ruby Amanfu kept guests like Faith Hill, Reba McEntire, Sheryl Crow, Mayor Megan Barry, Kacey Musgraves and Lily Aldridge entertained while they shopped (perhaps for the holidays?) and milled around the store’s back parking lot, which was transformed into a charming, Southern-style party.

11. Mark Mosteller Joins Evolve Bank & Trust - Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Mark E. Mosteller Sr. recently joined Evolve Bank & Trust as executive vice president, accounting and finance.
The new role includes a variety of responsibilities, including management of the accounting and finance department team, accounting internal controls, internal and external financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, taxes and treasury management. Mosteller also works with senior and executive management and the board on accounting, finance and operational issues.

12. Solid US Jobs Report: 295,000 Positions Added - Monday, March 9, 2015

WASHINGTON (AP) – A burst of hiring in February underscored the resilience and confidence of U.S. businesses, which are adding workers at the fastest pace in 17 years. Yet the strong job gains did little to raise wages last month.

13. Gatewood Named Marketing Dir. At Methodist Healthcare - Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Megan Gatewood has been promoted to marketing director at Methodist Healthcare. In her new role, Gatewood is responsible for developing and overseeing marketing strategies for Methodist’s adult hospitals, outpatient services and physician practices.

14. Kiser Joins Volunteer Mid-South As Community Services Director - Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Amanda Kiser has joined Volunteer Mid-South as community services director. Kiser’s responsibilities include mobilizing and maximizing volunteer resources, coordinating training for partner agencies, creating and leading community projects, and marketing VMS’ benefits to agencies and the public.

15. Lokion Celebrates 10 Years With ‘10x10’ Music Gift - Friday, October 29, 2010

From offices at 88 Union Ave., high atop Downtown Memphis and overlooking the Mississippi River, Megan Jones feels on top of the world.

16. In Search of an Oasis - Monday, August 2, 2010

Part of the path to inner-city recovery appears to run through a garden, or at least through the produce section of a supermarket. Nine farmers markets operate in various parts of Shelby County this summer, from Downtown to Collierville and places such as Germantown, Agricenter International and Cooper-Young in between.

17. Worlds Away Opens Second Outlet in Memphis - Monday, January 11, 2010

Worlds Away, a designer of home furnishings and accessories, has opened its second outlet in the city.

Now the Memphis-based company offers a Midtown location in addition to its Downtown headquarters. Shoppers at the two outlets can buy furniture, lamps, small statuary and other items that are typically sold only to retailers.

18. Stephens Named Executive Director Of Exceptional Foundation of West Tenn. - Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Jeni Stephens has been named the executive director of the Exceptional Foundation of West Tennessee.

Stephens was appointed following a national search conducted by the EFWT.

She joins the EFWT with a 14-year background in nonprofit administration. She most recently served as deputy director of development for the Pink Palace Family of Museums. She also has served as director of marketing and development for the Memphis Bioworks Foundation and the Memphis Academy of Science in Engineering.

19. Johnson Big Winner at MBA YLD Elections - Monday, November 23, 2009

Shon Johnson, an associate at Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee PC, was elected vice president/president-elect at the Memphis Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division’s annual meeting and elections Thursday night.

20. Archived Article: Prof (lead) - Wednesday, December 17, 2003
Flickinger

Memphis 100 Has Eye on Citys Future

Talented group works to enhance Memphis image

LANCE ALLAN

The Daily News

This story is part of a series on Memphis recruiting.

As Memphis moves into the race to attract the nations you...

21. Archived Article: Comm Focus - Friday, October 3, 2003
Calvary Series Still Feeding the Soul

Calvary Series Still Feeding the Soul

MEGAN CATHEY

The Daily News

The Calvary and the Arts concert and luncheon series, an annual Downtown event hosted by Calvary Episcopal Church, celebrates Memphis...

22. Archived Article: Law Talk - Thursday, October 2, 2003
Law Talk - Meg Jones, Community Legal Center

Nonprofit Legal Center Good Fit for Jones

MEGAN CATHEY

The Daily News

Meg Jones, whose background is in nonprofit administration, has worked with the Community Legal Center for more than two y...

23. Archived Article: Law Focus - Thursday, May 29, 2003
Local centers help low-income, pro se litigants get dough

Local centers give low-income litigants legal help

By MEGAN CATHEY

Special to The Daily News

The Community Legal Center and Memphis Area Legal Services both of which provide low-i...

24. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, February 7, 2001
William L Donna Sutton joined Peabody Memphis sales and marketing department as national sales manager. Amy Hart joined the department as Fastrak sales manger. Pickering Inc. added the following employees to its staff: Megan Olson joined as a civil ...