Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Temperatures this Thursday afternoon will be in the mid/upper-60s across the Mid-South. Rain chance: 30% — mainly this morning and moving out of north MS by early afternoon. Winds: ...

Marginal Risk (level 1 of 5) for strong to severe storms, mainly south of I-40, this evening. Skies clear tonight as it becomes chillier. Tomorrow will be sunny and warm. Warm weather continues for ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...