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 however, and I am a
Chris Reeder-Young
July 11, 2022
Profiles
Read the true life stories of our LGBT+ advocates, youth, seniors, allies, and trans community in the Mid-South.
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 are a cool bean in
Moth Moth Moth
May 31, 2022
Life, Liberty, & the Pursuit of One’s Own Name
For Tess Shelton, the battle to win easier name changing systems for trans people is personal. Tess’s girlfriend is trans, and through this relationship Tess
Moth Moth Moth
May 16, 2022
Cafe Noir: Spreading the Love of Literature in and for Black, Queer Memphis
I first met Jasmine Settles years ago, facilitating a youth poetry program at Hattiloo Theater called Write On, Speak Out. In my time here as
Nubia Yasin
May 5, 2022
Angela Russell & Cristofir Bradley: Committed to Inclusivity, Authenticity, and Each Other
story by Chris Reeder Young | photos by Marcus Menefee Memphis is blessed with two business creatives who form one of my most favorite and
Chris Reeder-Young
April 4, 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 Shorb Tower at Methodist University
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 kitchen table. It’s early February
Moth Moth Moth
March 7, 2022
Q + A with Andrea Morales
Andrea Morales is a photojournalist based in Memphis and the Visuals Director at MLK50, a Black woman-led non-profit newsroom. Having always been in awe with
Chellie Bowman
March 4, 2022
Rescuing Six-Legged Animals
photo above & story by Maureen Truax Holland, Esq. Full disclosure: I was asked to write this article when the Focus editor found out I
Maureen Holland
December 6, 2021
Meet Chiquita Laquita Bonita: The Longest Neck
story by Moth Moth Moth | illustrations by Fergus Harmon Fergus and Angel are the doting fathers of Chiquita Laquita Bonita, a young chihuahua who
Moth Moth Moth
November 22, 2021
LGBT Advocate: Eileen Hogan
by Robin Beaudoin Ownby | photo courtesy of Eileen Hogan The pandemic has been rough for the beloved bartender, and yet, she persists. In the
Robin Beaudoin Ownby
May 3, 2021
Focus On: Gina Sweat
by Allen Brewer (he/his) | photos courtesy of Gina Sweat Among the brave members of the Memphis Fire Department, Fire Chief Gina Sweat stands out
Allen Brewer
March 26, 2021
