Prince Mongo dies after fall at his East Memphis home
Prince Mongo, the local eccentric who sported goggles and a silver wig and ran for mayor repeatedly, has died.
Prince Mongo, the local eccentric who sported goggles and a silver wig and ran for mayor repeatedly, has died.
As a surgical oncologist at UT Health Sciences, Dr. Martin Fleming has followed the path of his father and served as a role model for his son — in addition to training hundreds of doctors.
An ice storm aftermath, the newspaper industry, small-town Helen of Troy circa 1993 and where climate crisis and motherhood intersect: Here are the four books that have Memphians up for a statewide award.
Melvin “Too Tall” Moore, a legend in the local restaurant industry for more than four decades, died unexpectedly Monday, Aug. 3.
Fox 13 Memphis anchor and mom Dominique Dillon went viral after falling asleep during a live broadcast. She went on the “Today” show to talk about the support she’s gotten.
Ted Jones took it upon himself to write miniature, elegant obituaries on Facebook, celebrating the lives of attorneys and judges and anyone else he knew in the legal profession who had died. Jones, 67, died July 29.
Time on stage helps Memphis Allies’ SWITCH participants, including many former gang members, becoming more confident, sociable, empathetic and aware of their emotions.
Jo Ann Street devoted much of her life to ensuring that those in her North Memphis neighborhood — particularly the children — had access to beautiful, safe green spaces to swim, play or just take a quiet moment to think.
On Friday, July 31, Morgan Powers retired after working at the Memphis Zoo for more than half a century. Here’s a look at his long and exciting career.
For decades, rates of people attending church have been declining. But these days, that number may no longer be going down.
What started as a small fundraiser among tennis enthusiasts has grown into one of the Mid-South’s longest-running amateur tournaments.
“If you think about things that are important in life — your family, your faith, your community, leading, and investing back in the community — that’s what Jack Moore was all about.”
The marker unveiled Wednesday is about the past but also the present push to restore and renovate the Klondike area where Lee lived out his life after he saved the lives of 32 people on the Mississippi River in 1925.
Henry Hooper II, who died July 12 at the age of 87, had an illustrious life and career.
Trey Crump has had a passion for historic buildings. Now, he’s been chosen to lead the nonprofit dedicated to preserving them. Here’s how he got to Memphis Heritage — and what he plans to do.
This week, we take a look at the life of Lena Angevine Warner, who survived a case of yellow fever, served on Walter Reed’s team that identified its cause and revolutionized nursing in Tennessee.
What is pool checkers? Well, it’s a lot like straight checkers but, according to those who love the game, it’s a lot more challenging. Let the trash-taking commence.
To celebrate World Snake Day, Chris Baker, associate curator of reptiles at the Memphis Zoo, discusses how he and his team safely care for venomous snakes and why he thinks they’re such remarkable animals.
Round, colorful Merrymobiles used to delight Mid-Southerners with frozen treats, and there’s still one you can see.
Vine Foods founder aims to disrupt the supply chain in a good way, with fresh, heirloom tomatoes grown in Parkway Village.
A Memphis-based family business is saving history and making it available for the world to enjoy, one image at a time.
Marlon Qualls Jr.'s emotional trauma as a teenager turned into a health crisis that nearly cost him his life but eventually transformed him into a passionate advocate for men’s health.
The U.S. celebrated its semiquincentennial on Saturday. In High Point Terrace, that means having an annual parade, one that has occurred for 77 years.
Luke McLaurine is a World War II veteran who’s lived through 40% of America’s 250 years. He’s a survivor of Nazi prison camps, flies a flag at his house and says daily doughnut consumption is the key to longevity.
Mark Matheny attributes the teachings of Rev. James Lawson Jr. for inspiring “A Walk Into Nonviolence,” a four-day children’s camp for ages 5-12.
Complete with its new patio, Celtic Crossing is packed with fans watching the World Cup — especially the U.S. matches. As owner DJ Naylor said, “There’s life in the old dog years.”
A Florida Little League team traveled to Memphis to deliver the money they’d raised, and play a game against Memphis Little League. Then they learned one of the opposing players was a St. Jude patient.
All week long, amateur golfers have been hitting buckets of golf balls on the grounds of St. Louis Catholic Church for the chance to win $1 million.
As a child, Marquinne Yancey struggled to learn how to swim. Decades later, she not only has overcome that hurdle, but is headed to the Senior Olympics regional competition.