Don’t Forget Summer!
In the 1950s, Memphis’ Summer Avenue was “the strip,” where young folks could show off their newest cars, and look
Robin Beaudoin Ownby
August 5, 2022
Arts & Entertainment
Our area is filled with hidden talent and entertainment. Check out our coverage and discover something new.
A Kiss From Crystal Jo Casino
(photos courtesy of Crystal Jo) July 1st 1994. Crystal Jo Casino steps into a spot on a club floor. The
Moth Moth Moth
July 25, 2022
The Prism Pages: No. 3
One More Time BY: TYLER MCGEE Now that I say I’m over youBut deep down I know I’m not I
Focus Mid-South
July 18, 2022
Brenda Newport + Will Ryder: Finding Love On & Off Stage
Share a little bit about yourselves. Brenda: My name is Brenda Newport, and I’m nonbinary, gender fluid. I’m not trans
Chris Reeder-Young, M.A.
July 11, 2022
Promethean Fire: Tamar Love on Life, Cello, & What’s Next for Mama Honey
I have the most wonderful friend to introduce you to. She comes with a universe of musical experience. If you
Moth Moth Moth
May 31, 2022
Focus Center Foundation Taps Local Artist, Moth, to Build LGBT-focused Programs
The Focus Center Foundation, a Memphis non-profit foundation that provides programming for Focus LGBT magazine and the Mid-South community has
Focus Mid-South
May 26, 2022
The Prism Pages: No. 2
This is the second installment of our new literary project which features original works of poetry and prose from up-and-coming
Focus Mid-South
April 29, 2022
The Man and the Mind Behind La Comida de Jeremie
by KeOnte Criswell | photos by Jeremie Serrano Fast Facts about Jeremie: • Recommends drinking something warm, like hot chocolate,
KeOnte Criswell
April 7, 2022
Rise Up & Memphis Proud
Two upcoming exhibits at the Museum of Science and History (MoSH) will explore the Gay Rights Movement from a national
Sheila Noone
March 24, 2022
Exploring the Work of Brantley Ellzey
(Above: Brantley poses in front of his artwork. The piece commemorates the Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare Centennial. It is hung at
Ray Rico
March 22, 2022
Iron & Gold: Amber Ahmad Creates Culture and Space through Mythology-Infused Artwork
by Moth Moth Moth | photo by Marcus Menefee There is a marvelous person staring back at me from my
Moth Moth Moth
March 7, 2022
The Prism Pages: No. 1
We are excited to introduce The Prism Pages, a literary project that we have been enthusiastically planning for some time
Focus Mid-South
March 3, 2022
