http://news.prlog.org/tag/memphis/memphis - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12117103-flinn-broadcasting-brings-96x-back-to-memphis.htmlFlinn Broadcasting is proud to announce the return of 96X. The new station is WIVG, at 96.1 FM http://www.prlog.org/12108769-hilton-hollis-is-featured-designer-at-memphis-fashion-weekend-from-april-56-2013.htmlNYC fashion designer, Hilton Hollis, is a featured designer at Memphis Fashion Weekend from April 5-6, 2013. The runway will feature his Spring 13 collection, “Ethereal Angels”. http://www.prlog.org/12101798-national-commercial-fitness-dealer-fitco-outfits-memphis-project-of-the-year-kroc-corps-center.htmlMEDIA CONTACT Shawn Paul Wood (972) 499-6614 Shawn.Wood@hck2.com (MEMPHIS, Tenn.) – North Texas-based FITCO was proud to learn that one of its prized projects, the Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, earned “Project of the... http://www.prlog.org/12086849-dyk-automotive-llc-announces-acquisition-of-robert-elgart-son-assets.htmlCompany also announces imminent completion of Wilmington, Delaware plant http://www.prlog.org/12082427-organization-of-black-aerospace-professionals-project-aerospace-day-in-memphis.htmlOrganization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP),Tuskegee Airmen,, Delta Sigma Theta Shelby County(TN) Alumnae Chapter, present the Second Annual OBAP Project Aerospace Day – “Boys to Men” – Exploring Leadership Opportunities http://www.prlog.org/12064136-memphis-author-continues-book-tour.htmlMemphis Author Christin Webb makes appearance at TN Regular Baptist Bookstore for book signing! http://www.prlog.org/12052667-elvis-birthday-celebration-at-graceland-in-memphis-january-5-8.htmlFour days of events and opening of the new exhibit “ELVIS’ HAWAII: Concerts, Movies and More!” will highlight the festivities. http://www.prlog.org/12022182-assisi-foundation-partners-with-institute-for-global-ethics-to-bring-ethics-training-to-memphis.htmlIn a unique partnership with the Institute for Global Ethics (IGE), the Assisi Foundation of Memphis (Tenn.) is reaching out to raise ethical awareness in the greater Memphis community. http://www.prlog.org/12007073-an-evening-of-hope-happiness-at-stax.htmlJust Say Y.E.S. a nonprofit organization hosts its second annual Kidney Awareness and Donor Charity Ball at Stax Museum. Mrs. Beverly Robertson, President of the National Civil Rights Museum and a kidney transplant recipient is the keynote speaker. http://www.prlog.org/12004276-purchase-your-tickets-online-for-the-kelly-single-ladies-tour-after-party.htmlThe Single Ladies Tour after party is going to be the biggest thing happening in Memphis on October 23rd. http://www.prlog.org/11989700-atlanta-pr-firm-moves-to-memphis.htmlMemphis' growing entrepreneur development attracted Fresh Touch Publicity http://www.prlog.org/11981832-my4gphonepayscom-launches-solavei-unlimited-4g-talk-text-data-49.htmlUnlimited 4G Voice, Text, and Data for $49 is a great deal. But when you share Solavei with others and they join, you earn money. That's because we think a recommendation from you to your friends and family is the best marketing there is. http://www.prlog.org/11966519-pillars-hampton-inn-memphis-completes-perfect-mix-lobby-jump-start-fitness-renovation.htmlPillar completes another Perfect Mix Lobby at Hampton Inn Walnut Grove. http://www.prlog.org/11940449-nick-adams-writes-of-elvis-hollywood-friendship-in-posthumous-release-the-rebel-the-king.htmlThe Rebel & The King has been newly released from WaterDancer Press, a book by Nick Adams with a forward by his daughter, Allyson Adams. The book will premier at events in Memphis and Tupelo this August with book signings surrounding Elvis Week. http://www.prlog.org/11908664-sports-56-whbq-can-now-also-be-heard-on-877-fm.htmlThe original, the only live and local sports talk radio station in Memphis, Sports 56 WHBQ (AM 560) can now also be heard on the FM dial. Mid-Southerners can hear the Voice of the Fan on 87.7 FM – additionally, it will be simulcast on TV Channel 6. http://www.prlog.org/11899240-19th-annual-juneteenth-freedom-festival-launches-praise-in-the-park.htmlThe 19th Annual Juneteenth Celebration presented by Telisa Franklin Ministries will take place June 15 – 17, 2012. This year’s theme is Saluting African American Educators. http://www.prlog.org/11892799-catholic-charities-of-west-tennessee-announces-partnership-with-piccadilly-restaurants.htmlPiccadilly Restaurants and Catholic Charities have partnered with a drive of non-perishable food donations to CCWTN. Piccadilly diners will receive a 10% discount by bringing one canned good or non-perishable item to any of the Memphis locations. http://www.prlog.org/11891527-catholic-charities-of-west-tennessee-launches-new-mobile-food-pantry.htmlCCWTN launches new mobile food pantry. The volunteer-driven program will distribute pre-assembled boxes of non-perishable and (as available) perishable foods, starting with one Catholic parish in the Memphis area and one in the Jackson area. http://www.prlog.org/11859203-first-pinots-palette-entertainment-art-studio-in-memphis-opens-on-sanderlin-avenuve.htmlPinot’s Palette - Sanderlin Grand Opening June 2012 - Plans to Enrich Community Traditions http://www.prlog.org/11842913-deborah-allens-amazing-graceland-contest-surpasses-10000-entries.htmlDeadline to submit entries is this Saturday, April 7 Deborah Allen’s “Amazing Graceland Contest” Surpasses 10,000 Entries http://www.prlog.org/11832327-magnificent-rj-horner-three-door-mahogany-bookcase-circa-1890-brings-22425-at-stevens-auction.htmlA spectacular, all-original three-door mahogany bookcase, beautifully crafted around 1890 by the renowned American furniture maker R. J. Horner, sold for $22,425 at an estate sale held March 17 by Stevens Auction Company in Aberdeen, Miss. http://www.prlog.org/11817095-new-book-pitches-history-of-baseball-in-memphis.htmlNative Memphian Clarence Watkins tells story through vitnage photographs http://www.prlog.org/11812455-the-estate-of-brenda-mccarthy-relative-of-margaret-polk-will-be-sold-march-17th-in-mississippi.htmlHistory, legend and antiquity will all converge on Saturday, March 17, when Stevens Auction Company will offer the living estate of Brenda McCarthy of Tupelo, Miss., in the firm’s gallery located at 609 North Meridian Street in Aberdeen, Miss. http://www.prlog.org/11793954-sky-zone-opens-its-doors-today-in-memphis-tennessee.htmlMemphis Residents Welcome the Creator of the World’s First All-Trampoline, Walled Playing Court http://www.prlog.org/11788042-dave-keller-wins-the-blues-foundations-2012-best-self-produced-cd-award-with-deep-soul-gem.htmlTaught by Paul Rishell, employed by Ronnie Earl, mentored by Mighty Sam McClain, protégé of Johnny Rawls, Keller's ‘Where I’m Coming From’ mined from remarkable soul-blues lineage, establishes him as leading voice in future of soul music. http://www.prlog.org/11789952-memphisrapcom-opening-new-memphis-office-recording-studio-location.htmlMemphisRap.com will be opening an office in Memphis, TN and it's subsidiary M-Town Studio, a privately owned and independent digital recording studio. http://www.prlog.org/11782716-11-yr-old-rapper-lil-chris-teams-up-with-lil-nut-d3-for-music-video-shoot.htmlHip-Hop artist Lil Chris, 11, to reveal why he and other young rappers are 'Youngen's Wit A Swagg.' Brings on Lil P-Nut who was featured on Ellen Degeneres and Happy Feet 2 and hip-hop dancer/rapper D3 for filming of music video "Youngen' Wit Swagg." http://www.prlog.org/11775651-obap-hosts-memphis-screening-of-red-tails-by-george-lucas-for-youth-in-aviation.htmlOrganization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP) Commemorates and Celebrates African American History In Aviation With 2012 Project Aerospace: Boys to Men Private Showing of Red Tails in Memphis, TN Saturday January 21 http://www.prlog.org/11764722-hip-hop-community-grieves-loss-of-chrishun-rapstar-moore-dies-of-heart-attack.htmlHip-Hop artist and rapper Chrishun 'Rapstar' Moore, 21, was pronounced dead after suffering from a heart attack. Since Moore's death, the Hip-Hop community in Memphis have been coming together to provide support to his family and his small children. http://www.prlog.org/11762729-graceland-launches-35th-anniversary-celebration-of-the-life-and-legacy-of-elvis-presley-in-2012.htmlThousands expected to visit graceland in memphis during year-long celebration which will feature special exhibits along with touring tribute concerts and international artifact exhibitions http://www.prlog.org/11745653-shelly-fromes-latest-southern-gothic-crime-story-woven-with-the-blues.htmlShelly Frome's literary fiction weaves a Southern Gothic tale of living on the edge in the deep South. http://www.prlog.org/11725847-elvis-presley-songs-now-with-imagem-music.htmlElvis Presley Music/Gladys Music Catalogue includes some of the most sought-after songs in the world http://www.prlog.org/11718677-tickets-on-sale-this-week-for-special-elvis-birthday-celebration-in-memphis-january-5-8.htmlThree Days of Events kick-off the 35th Anniversary Year of Elvis’ Passing http://www.prlog.org/11711459-ccwtn-launches-safe-starts-here-campaign-promoting-domestic-violence-awareness.htmlCCWTN Launches Safe Starts Here Campaign to promote domestic violence awareness in Memphis. The campaign also provides domestic violence victims with the resources necessary to get help. http://www.prlog.org/11697974-american-idol-star-lauren-alaina-to-officially-light-the-grounds-of-elvis-presleys-graceland.htmlCMT.com Kicks off the Holidays at Graceland with Lauren Alaina and Sirius XM http://www.prlog.org/11693191-ccwtn-goes-purple-for-domestic-violence-awareness.htmlOctober is national Domestic Violence Awareness Month & Purple is the official color of the Domestic Violence cause. Catholic Charities of West TN provides a safe haven for women & children fleeing Domestic Violence via the Sophia’s House program. http://www.prlog.org/11686190-35th-anniversary-of-the-life-and-legacy-of-elvis-presley-expected-to-draw-record-numbers-to-memphis.htmlTicket Presale for Elvis Week 2012 Begins Tuesday, October 11, 2011 http://www.prlog.org/11661337-maury-povich-show-plans-second-appearance-for-memphis-based-author-cassie-hare.htmlMaury povich show reunites memphis based author cassie hare with her long lost son and plans second appearance to be announced http://www.prlog.org/11645557-bartlett-electrician-offers-public-electrical-car-charging-station.htmlAbove and Beyond Electric is continuing the journey to go green by offering an electrical car charging station for public use. http://www.prlog.org/11621745-elvis-impersonator-world-championships-flood-memphis-with-immigrant-elvii.htmlThe King Of The World Elvis Tribute Artist World Championships are taking place this week in Memphis, TN. The event draws thousands of fans and dozens of Elvii from all over the world. On Saturday, August 13th one Elvis will be crowned King. http://www.prlog.org/11620098-memphis-native-deborah-allen-confirmed-for-multiple-appearances-during-elvis-week-aug-10-16.htmlGrammy-nominated singer/songwriter wows Elvis fans around the globe with “Amazing Graceland” tribute from new album, Hear Me Now http://www.prlog.org/11610108-elvis-week-photo-news-alert-august-9-16.htmlEvents include the finals for the international Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, a multi-media music event Elvis Presley LIVE - The King in Concert, screening of the documentary "Sam Phillips: The Man Who Invented Rock ‘n’ Roll," and more. http://www.prlog.org/11609808-memphis-electrician-announces-winner-of-ugly-electrical-panel-contest.htmlLocal family’s home is now safe and efficient thanks to Above and Beyond Electric! http://www.prlog.org/11605734-vida-pr-introduces-las-latinas.htmlVIDA PR & Marketing Group introduces “Las Latinas,” bilingual, female, Hispanic community branding ambassadors. http://www.prlog.org/11596207-city-auto-celebrates-25-years-by-adding-200-more-vehicles.htmlThis year we’re marking 25 years in business with an expansion that will allow us to offer more inventory and better service to our customers! Read about our 25th anniversary celebration, recognition in Auto Dealer Monthly and record sales. http://www.prlog.org/11564915-catholic-charities-of-west-tennessee-celebrates-world-refugee-day.htmlCatholic Charities of West Tennessee Celebrates World Refugee Day http://www.prlog.org/11543286-elvis-presley-enterprises-inc-announces-plans-for-elvis-week-2011-at-graceland-in-memphis.htmlEvents include finals for the international Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, Elvis Presley LIVE - The King in Concert, documentary "Sam Phillips: The Man Who Invented Rock ‘n’ Roll," fan club events,celebrity guests and much more. http://www.prlog.org/11496555-memphis-based-talk-show-host-loretta-mcnary-show-to-cover-national-black-enterprise-conference.htmlThe Loretta McNary Show is a premiere TV Talk Show based in Memphis, Tn and taped in front of a Live Studio audience featuring A-List Celebrities, Educators, and other humanitarians worldwide who inspire others through their stories and experiences http://www.prlog.org/11483635-dr-susan-murrmann-brings-tickle-lipo-to-memphis-gentler-liposuction-process.htmlDoctors report increased demand for liposuction as patients learn about a faster, easier way to have their bodies sculpted. TICKLE LIPO has been seen on “The Doctors” show and on many T.V. news stories across the country. http://www.prlog.org/11481052-jarvis-property-restoration-traveling-to-memphis-tn-for-flood-cleanup-assistance.htmlMemphis TN faces historically flooding, which could lead to millions of dollars in property damages. Jarvis Property Restoration has deployed a mobile recovery team to help with flood cleanup efforts.