There’s still time to cast your votes for the Tri-State Defender’s annual Best in Black Awards, which recognize outstanding Black businesses, community organizations, entrepreneurs and individuals in the Mid-South.
Voting continues until midnight Sunday, Oct. 26., to select your favorite persons, businesses and organizations in 35 categories, including Best Entrepreneur, Best Restaurant and Best Youth and Mentorship Program.
Ballots can be cast at https://tri-statedefender.com/bibvoting/.
The 2025 Best in Black Awards ceremony will be held Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, 7–9 p.m., at the Central Station Hotel, 545 S Main St., Memphis, TN 38103.
Tickets are now on sale to attend the Best in Black Awards for $82.31 (including taxes and fees).
Current sponsors for the 2025 awards ceremony include:
- Xfinity
- Oteka Technologies
- The Carter Malone Group
- Shelby County Government
- Gipson Mechanical Contractors
Additional sponsorship opportunities are available.
To learn more about the Best in Black Awards, to purchase a ticket or to become a sponsor, visit www.tri-statedefender.com/bestinblack.
