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Whip-smart intellect, old-school drive propelled Janet Hooks

By , Daily Memphian Updated: October 14, 2023 9:11 AM CT | Published: October 14, 2023 4:00 AM CT

From the South Parkway-Heiskell Farm Historic District to city hall, she stood her ground and innovated. 

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Janet Hooks John Vergos Jack Sammons A C Wharton Jr. Deidre Mal TaJuan Stout-Mitchell Subscriber Only

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Jane Roberts

Jane Roberts

Longtime journalist Jane Roberts is a Minnesotan by birth and a Memphian by choice. She's lived and reported in the city more than two decades. She covers business news and features for The Daily Memphian.


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