Kailynn Johnson

2 weeks ago | memphisflyer.com | Kailynn Johnson

Memphis University School (MUS) will soon begin the first phase of major improvements to its campus, starting with a new arts and science building. The college-preparatory school for boys in grades six-through-12 announced its construction plans as part of a “two-fold plan for capital improvements and endowment investments.” The total campaign goal is $200 million. MUS’ current endowment sits at $60 million, with an additional $50 million pledged.

3 weeks ago | memphisflyer.com | Kailynn Johnson

Tennessee’s policy that denies transgender people from changing their gender markers is being challenged in the courts. The American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee (ACLU-TN) and Memphis-based law firm Holland & Associates PC filed a petition earlier this week challenging this decision against the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security (TDSHS). In 2023 the state stopped transgender citizens from making changes to their gender on their driver’s licenses.

3 weeks ago | memphisflyer.com | Kailynn Johnson

A local chef has transformed her passion for cooking into a mission to address food insecurity in Memphis. Twenty-four year old Kaya Lewis is the owner of Kaya’s Kitchen. Lewis transformed her private catering company into a volunteer project with which she and her team have delivered more than 300 meals to families in need. “I’ve been very aware of food insecurity my whole life,” Lewis said. “As a kid my family was food insecure, so I experienced that first-hand.

3 weeks ago | memphisflyer.com | Kailynn Johnson

A South Korean manufacturing company will invest $50.8 million dollars into Shelby county while also bringing more than 100 jobs to the area. Today, the Greater Memphis Chamber announced that Hyosung HICO, Ltd will “significantly expand” their presence in Memphis. The power transformer manufacturer plans to strengthen its production and energy capabilities through an enhanced manufacturing facility. The company produces large power transformers that are integral parts for American electric grids.

1 month ago | memphisflyer.com | Kailynn Johnson

Nonbinary and gender-nonconforming teachers, students, employees, and more are seeing increased efforts by the Tennessee General Assembly to block the ability to express their gender identity. During this year’s legislative session, lawmakers passed a bill that allows people to refuse to acknowledge someone by their nonbinary pronouns or name in school settings. In the past, a similar bill was passed in 2023 that allows teachers to not use a student’s pronouns.