Two LGBTQ Welcoming Destinations Shine for an End of Summer Getaway
by Joey Amato Stretch Summer A Little Longer Along The Art Coast As summer begins to wind down, Saugatuck/Douglas offers
Joey Amato
August 23, 2026
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Focus Awards 2026 Celebrates a Decade of Pride, Progress and Community
Special to Focus Mid-South The 2026 Focus Awards brought together friends, community leaders, artists, advocates, businesses and organizations for a
Ray Rico
August 22, 2026
The Ostranders Celebrate the People and Stories Behind Memphis Theatre
The Ostranders Celebrate the People and Stories Behind Memphis Theatre
Ray Rico
August 14, 2026
Pride Journey Throwback: Aspen Gay Ski Week
by Joey Amato Hi Substack Family! I thought it would be fun to publish an article I wrote about 5
Joey Amato
August 14, 2026
Affordable Adventures: Why LGBTQ Travelers Are Choosing Budget-Friendly Destinations Rich in Culture and Cuisine
by Joey Amato Travel has always been about more than simply checking destinations off a bucket list. For many LGBTQ
Joey Amato
August 10, 2026
Espresso Yourself
Special to Focus From neighborhood coffeehouses and artisan bakeries to bookstore cafés and creative gathering spaces, Memphis is full of
Focus Mid-South
August 4, 2026
The National Civil Rights Museum’s New Legacy Experience
photos and story by Tricia Dewey Museums preserve treasures. Whether devoted to art, science, culture, or ideas, they help tell
Tricia Dewey
August 4, 2026
Art is Revolting: Creativity Fuels Community Action
photos by Vaniel Simmons Art became a powerful form of civic expression at Art Is Revolting! And So Should You!,
Vaniel Simmons
July 21, 2026
Pride, Paper and Plenty of Creativity
Organized by Like Really Creative Things got delightfully messy at the inaugural Pride Collage Party on June 24, presented by
Vaniel Simmons
July 21, 2026
Vaniel Simmons
July 21, 2026
Step Into the “Pride & Progress: The Raging ’20s” at the 10th Annual Focus Awards
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Focus is excited to announce the return of the 10th Annual Focus Awards, taking place Friday, August
Ray Rico
July 17, 2026
Candidate Connection with Community at Mid-South LGBT Chamber Event
By Ray Rico MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Community members gathered Thursday evening at The Pumping Station for Candidate Connection, an evening
Ray Rico
July 17, 2026
