Beyond the Podium: How Dr. Marie Feagins Is Taking the Conversation to the Barber Chair, the Salon, and the Streets
Local & National News | January 11, 2026
Dr. Marie Feagins isn’t just running for Mayor; she’s listening. From barber shops to boardrooms, see how she’s meeting Shelby County where it matters most.

Written By JR Robinson

In political campaigns, you often see candidates speaking at crowds from distant podiums. But Dr. Marie Feagins is taking a different approach for Shelby County. She understands that the real heartbeat of the community isn’t found at a press conference—it’s found in the barber chair, the salon styling station, and the neighborhood church.

This month, Dr. Feagins is launching a powerful series of events designed to do one thing: meet people exactly where they are.

Real Talk in Real Spaces The most innovative part of her tour is the "Barbers & Ballots" and "Curls & Conversations" series. These aren’t stiff political rallies; they are intimate, honest conversations held in the spaces where community "real talk" has always happened.

Solving Problems Together: The "Shelby Solutions" Tour Dr. Feagins isn’t just asking for votes; she is asking for collaboration. Her "Shelby Solutions" series acts as a mobile think-tank, traveling to every corner of the county to brainstorm answers to our toughest challenges. From South Memphis & Whitehaven (Jan 26th at Abyssinian Church) to Frayser & North Memphis (Feb 12th at Frayser Connect), she is proving that no neighborhood is left behind. The tour continues through Collierville, Midtown, Hickory Hill, and Bartlett through April, ensuring that whether you live in a high-rise or a farmhouse, your specific community needs are part of the platform.

Accessible & Open Leadership For those who want a casual one-on-one, Dr. Feagins is hosting "Monday Meet Ups with Marie," starting January 19th at the Hen House Restaurant on S. Mendenhall. It’s a simple promise kept: a leader who is available, accessible, and ready to answer your questions face-to-face.

Get Involved This is a movement fueled by the people. Whether you want to support the vision at the Fundraiser in Lakeland (Jan 15th) or join the team through a Virtual Volunteer Orientation (Jan 25th & Feb 1st), there is a place for you in this campaign.

Dr. Marie Feagins is making her voice heard by ensuring yours is heard first. Check the full schedule, mark your calendar, and get ready to help move Shelby County forward.

View the full events calendar here: www.mariefeagins.com/events

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