Prepare for Takeoff:Jerry Christian Aircraft SalesBy Sandi Butler Hughes Photography by McKendree WalkerI think there is something about an airplane. There is a little mystique about it,” smiles Jerry Christian. As a man who has spent his entire career in the aviation business, he knows the mystique well. Jerry is an accomplished pilot and the owner of Jerry Christian Aircraft …
Torrey Bates: A Man with a Mission
Torrey Bates:A Man with a MissionBy Jennifer Bates Hughes Picture this… Raleigh, February 2019. Torrey Bates sits in his new home surrounded by 6 of his children, his wife and their 2 dogs. Gunshots reign in the background as just the noise of life. There is no reaction from Torrey. No quick head turn, no pause in everyday activities, not …
Building Momentum: Overton Park Conservancy
Building Momentum:Celebrating the Holidays while Supporting Local NonProfitsBy Kevin DeanMission: Overton Park Conservancy’s vision is to foster a beautiful, welcoming, and safe park that encourages our diverse community to explore, learn, create, socialize, and play. Our mission is to protect, preserve, and improve Overton Park. Year founded: 2012 Website: overtonpark.org Number of people served: Overton Park welcomes the population of …
Mixing it up with Strangeways Cordials
The colorful, fresh, concoctions known as Strangeways Cordials have hit the shelves across the country, and the burning question I had when interviewing award-winning Mixologist Christian Sanders, owner of Strangeways Cordials / founder of Strangeways Solutions, LLC, was this: Why the name Strangeways? What could this possibly mean? “I was having a candid conversation with a friend about what direction …
Decorative Furniture Painting with The Truffle Pig
Decorative Furniture Painting with The Truffle PigPhotos courtesy of The Truffle Pig Dreary winter days are ideal for a painting project, and there is not a more simple way to transform or freshen up a piece of furniture than with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint®. If you have ever used chalk paint, you know how fantastic it is. If not, grab …
Building Momentum
Building Momentum:Celebrating the Holidays while Supporting Local NonProfitsBy Kevin DeanThis holiday season will most definitely be a crazy one, with shipping delays, social distancing, and supply chain issues making all of us want a little more eggnog in 2021. Don’t let the pandemic get you down this year! Thankfully, nonprofits across Memphis are offering ways that will keep you and …
Memphis Food & Wine Festival is back!
Cheers Y’all! Memphis Food & Wine Festival Is Back!By Sandi Butler Photo by Mark RamirezSince its founding in 2016, Memphis Food & Wine Festival has become one of the premiere festivals in Memphis and the Mid-South – and it is back and better than ever before for 2021! This year’s event will feature James Beard award-winning chefs, world-renowned vintners, and …
Woody Shrubs and Trees for Fall Planting
Woody Shrubs and Trees for Fall Planting By Tyler Taylor, Greenhouse Manager, Memphis Botanic Garden Photo by Taylor Herndon While spring of 2022 may seem like a long way off, the prep work for a beautiful garden next year is right around the corner during late autumn when the temperatures begin to cool, and we start to get an increase …
Ron Olson Local Radio Legend
Local Radio LegendRon OlsonBy Sandi Butler Hughes Photos courtesy of Ron OlsonIn radio-jargon, “terrestrial radio” refers to highly localized programming; in Memphis radio, it could be said that disc jockey Ron Olson is extra-terrestrial. Ron is not only a veteran DJ, he is a renowned artist and generous fundraiser. He has spent a 40+ year career in Memphis radio with …