AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMemphis Schools Takeover: A federal judge signaled the state oversight board for Memphis-Shelby County Schools could move forward soon, with an order blocking the board from taking control potentially dissolving once the board is “ready to do business.” Community Wealth & Small Business: Urban Strategies, Inc. landed a $1.5 million Truist Foundation grant to expand its CDFI small-business lending and support emerging entrepreneurs in Memphis and four other cities. Education & Storytelling: ETSU educator Jody LaShay Wood argues storytelling should be treated as a core teaching skill, not an afterthought—boosting confidence and student engagement. Health Watch: A human trial found SGLT2 inhibitors may reduce inflammatory cells linked to cardiovascular disease, adding an immune-focused angle to the diabetes drug class. Faith & Leadership Training: ARC Launch brought more than 100 church planters and leaders together for training, including a Tennessee pastor sharing branding and launch-team lessons. Arts in Nashville: Art & Soul announced “Nima’s Retrospective” for National Arts & Humanities Month, spotlighting painter and performance artist Arunima (Nima) Orr. Outdoor Updates: TWRA temporarily closed Browns Creek Lake for parking renovations in Natchez Trace State Park, running Oct. 19–30.
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