Rural Henning, Tenn. is home to the Women’s Therapeutic Residential Center, a name that sounds like a weekend retreat. It’s actually a prison.

On a recent evening, 18 women at the center have their desks circled up, textbooks open as Professor Joe Jansen lectures on the writings of the Greek historian, Herodotus. 

“According to Solan, prosperity is having children that love you and outlive you,” says one student, as the women—all dressed in light blue prison uniform shirts—discuss an ancient king’s treatment of his disabled son.

As a young Presbyterian, I remember receiving a colorful Advent calendar most Decembers.  

Back to school season is so hectic. Early evenings are spent driving carpools and helping with homework, leaving little time for cooking dinner.  

Two months after Dr. Tracy Hall became President of Southwest Tennessee Community College (STCC), a meeting with staff and faculty resulted in some changes that address the school’s challenges. STCC now has installed mentor and professional advisor programs for their students with the hope of turning around decreasing retention and enrollment rates.  

Siddhartha Gautama, The Buddha, is reported to have said that giving brings happiness at evert stage of its expression.

I have to admit I do not like pumpkin pie.  Never have and never will.  

Rumors and conspiracy theories surround the $60 million plans for Tom Lee Park, particularly around its usefulness for the Memphis in May Beale Street Music Festival. Carol Coletta, President and CEO of Memphis Riverfront Parks Partnership (MRPP), says that Memphis in May has “always been on the table.” Mediation continues between MRPP and MIM over the park's development.