50 Years of Art, Gardens and Community at the Dixon
by Tricia Dewey Art, gardens, and parties have been part of the corner of Park...
Redefining Aesthetics: Cory Wilbanks Brings a New Approach to Beauty...
Cory Wilbanks is not interested in simply opening another aesthetics practice in Memphis. Cory Wilbanks...
Patsy Ruth’s Brings Mother’s Glamour, Musical Theater and New Nightlife...
by Ray Rico Patsy Ruth’s Piano Bar and Cabaret. Coming soon! photos courtesy of John...
MidSouth LGBT Chamber of Commerce 2026 Award Winners
by Erin Swinney, Board PresidentMidSouth LGBT Chamber of Commerce Advocacy in Business AwardJasmine TasakiWeCareTN Bridge...
Focus Awards 2026: A Decade of Pride and Progress
The 10th Annual Focus Awards brought an unforgettable night of celebration, recognition, and community to...
When Someone Needs a Reason to Stay
Suicide Prevention Is About More Than Crisis. It Is About Connection. By Ray Rico September...
Olivia Hill’s Southern Message of Hope
By Ray Rico Olivia Hill In a Tennessee political landscape that has often made national...
Beyond the Bars: Why LGBTQ Travelers Are Prioritizing Health and...
Joey Amato For decades, LGBTQ travelers have sought destinations that offered safety, acceptance, nightlife, and...
Two LGBTQ Welcoming Destinations Shine for an End of Summer...
by Joey Amato Stretch Summer A Little Longer Along The Art Coast The Art Coast®...
Focus Awards 2026 Celebrates a Decade of Pride, Progress and...
Special to Focus Mid-South The Focus Awards 2026 logo celebrating a decade of Pride and...
The Ostranders Celebrate the People and Stories Behind Memphis Theatre
The Ostranders Celebrate the People and Stories Behind Memphis Theatre
Pride Journey Throwback: Aspen Gay Ski Week
by Joey Amato Joey Amato at Aspen Gay Ski Week, Hi Substack Family! I thought...
Affordable Adventures: Why LGBTQ Travelers Are Choosing Budget-Friendly Destinations Rich...
by Joey Amato Travel has always been about more than simply checking destinations off a...
Espresso Yourself
Special to Focus A coffee cup on a wooden table at a Memphis café, illustrating...
The National Civil Rights Museum’s New Legacy Experience
photos and story by Tricia Dewey Visitors explore the outdoor area of the New Legacy...
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50 Years of Art, Gardens and Community at the Dixon
by Tricia Dewey Art, gardens, and parties have been part of the corner of Park Avenue and Cherry Road since...
Redefining Aesthetics: Cory Wilbanks Brings a New Approach to Beauty and Wellness in Memphis with Pose
Redefining Aesthetics: Cory Wilbanks Brings a New Approach to Beauty and Wellness in Memphis with Pose
Cory Wilbanks is not interested in simply opening another aesthetics...
Patsy Ruth’s Brings Mother’s Glamour, Musical Theater and New Nightlife to Memphis
Patsy Ruth’s Brings Mother’s Glamour, Musical Theater and New Nightlife to Memphis
by Ray Rico Patsy Ruth’s Piano Bar and Cabaret. Coming...
MidSouth LGBT Chamber of Commerce 2026 Award Winners
MidSouth LGBT Chamber of Commerce 2026 Award Winners
by Erin Swinney, Board PresidentMidSouth LGBT Chamber of Commerce Advocacy...
Focus Awards 2026: A Decade of Pride and Progress
Focus Awards 2026: A Decade of Pride and Progress
The 10th Annual Focus Awards brought an unforgettable night of...

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Olivia Hill’s Southern Message of Hope
By Ray Rico Olivia Hill In a Tennessee political landscape that has often made national headlines for legislation targeting transgender...
Friends For All Names Amna Osman, President and CEO, Marking Next Chapter in Memphis Leadership
Friends For All Names Amna Osman, President and CEO, Marking Next Chapter in Memphis Leadership
Memphis, Tenn. — Friends For All today announced that Amna...
Lena Chipman: Leading Out Loud
Lena Chipman: Leading Out Loud
by Vaniel Simmons Lena Chipmanphoto courtesy of Friends of Lena...
More than Cosmetic: An Interview about Healthcare with Massage Therapist Ben Young
More than Cosmetic: An Interview about Healthcare with Massage Therapist Ben Young
by William Smythe Massage therapist, Ben Youngphotos by Korey Coker...
Advocacy in Action: Young Voices Leading the Way
Advocacy in Action: Young Voices Leading the Way
by Vaniel Simmons In its simplest form, advocacy means speaking...

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50 Years of Art, Gardens and Community at the Dixon
by Tricia Dewey Art, gardens, and parties have been part of the corner of Park Avenue and Cherry Road since...
Redefining Aesthetics: Cory Wilbanks Brings a New Approach to Beauty and Wellness in Memphis with Pose
Redefining Aesthetics: Cory Wilbanks Brings a New Approach to Beauty and Wellness in Memphis with Pose
Cory Wilbanks is not interested in simply opening another aesthetics...
Patsy Ruth’s Brings Mother’s Glamour, Musical Theater and New Nightlife to Memphis
Patsy Ruth’s Brings Mother’s Glamour, Musical Theater and New Nightlife to Memphis
by Ray Rico Patsy Ruth’s Piano Bar and Cabaret. Coming...
Focus Awards 2026: A Decade of Pride and Progress
Focus Awards 2026: A Decade of Pride and Progress
The 10th Annual Focus Awards brought an unforgettable night of...
When Someone Needs a Reason to Stay
When Someone Needs a Reason to Stay
Suicide Prevention Is About More Than Crisis. It Is About...
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