Advocacy in Action: Young Voices Leading the Way
by Vaniel Simmons In its simplest form, advocacy means speaking up—whether for yourself or on behalf of others—to help meet
Vaniel Simmons
November 12, 2025
Community
Celebrating our LGBT+ community and our allies by bringing you stories of our life, music, food+entertainment, health+wellness, and advocacy in the Mid-South.
The Art of Well-Being: On Stage and Off
by Cary Vaughn When the house lights dim and the stage comes to life in Memphis, audiences are transported into
Cary Vaughn
November 12, 2025
Protecting Families, Protecting Futures: Susan Mackenzie’s Legal Legacy
by Ray Rico For nearly four decades, Susan Mackenzie, she/her, has been a steadfast advocate for families in Memphis, Tennessee.
Focus Mid-South
November 12, 2025
Introducing a New Flavor at Focus: At the Table with Chef Eli Townsend
Special to Focus Focus LGBT Magazine is thrilled to welcome Chef Eli Townsend as our new Food + Drink Editor.
Focus Mid-South
November 12, 2025
Blue Suede Sisters: Gender-Affirming Joy in Memphis
by Ray Rico Since 2016, the Blue Suede Sisters, Memphis’ chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, have been bringing
Ray Rico
November 12, 2025
Introducing Zack Orsborn: Connecting Creativity, Mindfulness, and Wellness in 2026
Special to Focus Focus LGBT Magazine is excited to welcome Zack Orsborn, artist, creativity coach, and founder of Like Really
Focus Mid-South
November 12, 2025
MidSouth LGBT Chamber Briefs
Brought to you by the MidSouth LGBT Chamber of Commerce Who We Are The MidSouth LGBT Chamber of Commerce connects
Focus Mid-South
November 12, 2025
More Than Books: Hubs for Wellness, Community and Innovation
by Tricia Dewey Where in Memphis can you find classes with titles like Tween Cooking Challenge, Colorcopia with the Dixon,
Tricia Dewey
November 12, 2025
The Four Codes of Creative Energy: From Hating Birdsong to Connecting to My True Creative Self
by Zack Orsborn I lost my connection to my creative energy in the middle of the tangled scruff of life:
Zack Orsborn
November 12, 2025
Shelby County 2025 HIV Summit
Dr. Bruce Randolph, Interim Health Director & Officer, Shelby County Health Dept. opens at 9:10 am. Call to action and
Focus Mid-South
November 12, 2025
Mystic Moons – November+December Readings
by Luna Starr, Your Queer Cosmic Guide Hey there, star seekers! Luna Starr here, ready to bring you your bi-monthly
Luna Starr
November 11, 2025
Writing Without Boundaries: The Surreal Worlds of Keegon Schuett
by Cary Vaughn Keegon Schuett, a gender non-conforming playwright from Memphis, Tennessee, has been crafting original works since the early
Cary Vaughn
September 30, 2025
