They made music that inspired legions of fans. Rock 'n' roll founding fathers Chuck Berry and Fats Domino, rockers Tom Petty and Gregg Allman, grunge icon Chris Cornell, country superstar Glen Campbell and jazz great Al Jarreau were among the notable figures who died in 2017, leaving a void in virtually every genre of music.

2. Century Mark - Saturday, June 17, 2017

During a visit to Memphis in April, Andrew Young was talking with reporters about his lengthy public history – being part of Dr. Martin Luther King’s inner circle, a congressman, mayor of Atlanta, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. It was as he talked about King’s death in Memphis that Young, without any prompting, talked about a trio of Memphis attorneys – Benjamin Hooks, Russell Sugarmon and A. W. Willis – that were the key to his and King’s efforts to get things done in Memphis and the surrounding region.

3. Poll: Americans More Upbeat About Own Finances Than Economy - Thursday, May 19, 2016

WASHINGTON (AP) – Americans are of two minds about the economy in the midst of an elec-tion race that largely hinges on the issue. They are strikingly pessimistic about the national econ-omy yet comparatively upbeat about their own financial circumstances.

4. Shibata Named UTHSC Chair of Surgery - Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Dr. David Shibata has been named the Scheinberg Endowed Chair of Surgery and a professor in the Department of Surgery in the College of Medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

5. Madeline Patterson Joins Burson Campaigns - Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Madeline Patterson has joined the Memphis office of Burson Campaigns, the corporate issues management unit of Burson-Marsteller, as a vice president. In her new role, Patterson will work with Burson clients on issues and crisis management, communications strategy, and integrated marketing and communications campaigns.

6. Lewis Flies Unique Path to Legal Career - Thursday, October 10, 2013

When Russell Lewis IV entered the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, he had no plans to become a practicing attorney.

7. Ady Joins Ballet Memphis as Ballet Master - Wednesday, July 24, 2013

James Ady has joined Ballet Memphis as ballet master. In his new role, Ady will teach morning technique classes, assist with community outreach programs, and rehearse and coach dancers for upcoming performances.

8. Executive Coach Burtch Earns Int’l Designation - Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Bill Burtch, founder and president of full-service management consultancy firm Harmony Coaching & Consulting, has received the Professional Certified Coach designation from the International Coach Federation, becoming the second PCC in Memphis. Burtch, who also holds the Senior Professional in Human Resources designation, focuses his consulting work in executive/team coaching, professional development training and human resources consulting.

9. Eason Joins Obsidian As Account Executive - Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Kelli Eason has joined Obsidian Public Relations as an account executive.

Hometown: Lake Charles, La.

10. Capwell Shares Love of Reading Through Books From Birth - Friday, March 4, 2011

After Nora Capwell’s children were born, she left her career in the financial industry to pursue volunteer work and eventually became involved with the Junior League of Memphis, a nonprofit organization of women committed to improving the Memphis community.

11. Williams Joins Ronald McDonald House Charities - Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Keaton Williams has joined Ronald McDonald House Charities of Memphis as special events coordinator.

12. Local Artists Set Up Seasonal Cooperative - Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Several local artists are kicking off a Winter Arts cooperative this week at 5475 Poplar Ave., just east of Bud Davis Cadillac.

13. Justices, AWA Celebrate 30 Years Of Women in Law - Thursday, November 5, 2009

The Association for Women Attorneys is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and in a commemoration of the goals women in the law have achieved, the organization Tuesday hosted the three female Tennessee Supreme Court justices – Chief Justice Janice M. Holder, Justice Cornelia A. Clark and Justice Sharon G. Lee – at a continuing legal education seminar at the Memphis Botanic Garden.

14. U of M Education Dean Forms Advisory Council - Thursday, June 11, 2009

Don Wagner, dean of the College of Education at the University of Memphis, has formed an advisory council made up of community leaders.

15. Book Program Gives Children Head Start - Tuesday, May 27, 2008

The story of a determined little train can have a tremendous impact on the life of a child. But it’s not just because of the message it imparts with the refrain, “I think I can, I think I can.” The time a parent spends with his or her child reading the book is vital, child development experts have said.

16. Archived Article - Tuesday, January 16, 2007

Trails at Mt. Moriah
Apartment complex
Sale Amount: $35.3 million

Sale Date: Dec. 28, 2006

Buyer: 22 limited liability companies affiliated with Triple Net Properties LLC

17. Stapleton to Head Global Operations For Primacy Relocation - Wednesday, January 10, 2007

Steve Stapleton has been named vice president of global operations for Primacy Relocation, a third-party employee relocation provider based in Memphis. Stapleton will be responsible for leading the company's U.S. Global Operations team and developing procedures for efficient delivery of services. In related news, Primacy Relocation has been recognized by Target Corp. as a 2006 Vendor of the Year. The award recognizes top vendors that demonstrate values embraced by the organization.

18. Braverman Joins The West Clinic - Wednesday, December 6, 2006

Dr. Aliza Braverman has joined The West Clinic as a rheumatology specialist. She is the first rheumatologist to join the team.

Mike Jackson has been named president and CEO of Memphis-based Verso Paper Holdings LLC. He succeeds LH Puckett, who is retiring but will remain a member of the board of directors. Jackson previously served as a senior vice president at Weyerhaeuser Co. in Federal Way, Wash. He was with the company for 29 years.

19. Wright Takes Helm of Suburban Community Newspapers - Wednesday, November 22, 2006

Scott A. Wright has been named chairman and CEO of Suburban Community Newspapers Group (SCN), which includes 11 weekly newspapers in the Memphis metro and north Mississippi areas. Some of the papers are The Shelby Sun Times, The Collierville Independent and The East Shelby Review. Wright previously was publisher of 17 Dallas and Ft.Worth-area daily and weekly newspapers in the Star Community Newspapers group.

20. Park Alliance Changes Name, Elects New Board, Restructures - Thursday, August 17, 2006
     The Shelby Farms Park Alliance - formerly known as the Friends of Shelby Farms Park - has restructured its organization and elected a new board of directors, spanning the top talent of many local businesses and civic org

21. Shelby County Mayor A C Wharton ReceivesPublic Service Award - Wednesday, March 22, 2006

Shelby County Mayor AC Wharton Jr. and former assistant city attorney Dorothy Osradker have been selected for the Rotary Club of Memphis East's Bobby Dunavant Public Service awards. Wharton has served in local governments for more than 20 years, and Osradker served in city government for 61 years.

22. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, April 23, 2003
Cindi Gresham was promoted to senior vice president with the Boyle Insurance Agency

Cindi Gresham was promoted to senior vice president with Boyle Insurance Agency. She joined Boyle in 1987 as a customer service representative. Prior to the promo...

23. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, September 4, 2002
Timothy J

Timothy J. Miller was elected TBC Corp. vice president and treasurer. He joined TBC as assistant treasurer in 2002. Before joining TBC, Miller was vice president of the national department for First Tennessee National Corp. He earned a ...

24. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, November 7, 2001
Dr Dr. James Porterfield was elected president of the non-profit Memphis Electrophysiology Society, which begins operations Jan. 1. Dr. Eric Johnson was elected vice president and Dr. James Litzow was elected membership director. Lee C. Miller joine...

25. Archived Article: Memphis Memos - Wednesday, February 23, 2000
Memos 02-23-00 Memos 02-23-00 Samuel Brackstone has been named assistant vice provost for extended programs at The University of Memphis. Brackstone previously was director of extended programs and public service at the university, and has served as...

26. Archived Article: Real Focus - Tuesday, September 14, 1999
Cooper-Young rolls out the welcome mat Cooper-Young rolls out the welcome mat The 1999 Cooper-Young Home and Garden Tour will feature eight homes representing all quadrants of the neighborhood By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News Ever drive through the ...

27. Archived Article: Ballet Memphis Lj - Wednesday, July 30, 1997
By LAURIE JOHNSON Works begins on new Ballet Memphis home By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News The sound of heavy construction bears little resemblance to Tchaikovsky. However, the snorting progression of a chorus of bulldozers may be music to area danc...

28. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, January 22, 1997
Morgan Keegan & Co. Inc. has announced the election of 16 new managing directors: Joseph K. Ayres, investment banker, Cumberland Securities Co., Inc., a subsidiary of Morgan Keegan; Thomas P. Brown, director, Fixed Income Research; Paul Stephens...

29. Archived Article: Judge Broffitt - Monday, November 25, 1996
11-25 note Broffitt sworn in.gs Judge Joyce Broffitt credits mother during swearing-in By GABRIELLE C.L. SONGE The Daily News The Hon. Joyce Broffitts mother, Dorothy Broffitt, assisted her daughter adorn her judges robe immediately following the ad...

30. Archived Article: Schecter Day Schl Lj - Thursday, October 24, 1996
lj 10/5 cates Schechter Day School will relocate in 1997 By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News After seeing the number of its students increase 500 percent since its doors opened eight years ago, the Solomon Schechter Day School found itself sorely in ne...

31. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, October 23, 1996
Victory Bank has announced several promotions: Joel T. Johnson has joined the Pickering Firm Inc. as a structural engineer. He was formerly with Burr & Cole Engineers. He has a bachelors degree from the University of Memphis. Victory Bank has an...

32. Archived Article: Benchmark - Thursday, August 22, 1996
Robert Bailey Jr Robert Bailey Jr. vs. Mr. and Mrs. Edward L. Gately and Tommy Gately. A Shelby County man is suing a local couple in Circuit Court for negligence over an alleged dog attack. According to the suit, the plaintiff was caring for the de...