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Saturday, May 14, 2022

 
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Jordan Ware matched last year’s performance while Bartlett’s Kylan Bernard swept both hurdles races. In Class A girls, East’s Alyssa Raymond wins three events.

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The left-hander helped Philadelphia reach the World Series in 1993. He was a 1983 graduate of Craigmont High in Memphis.

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This season the Grizzlies got younger and still got better, but ultimately came up short of their potential. With Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. in place, the future is bright. It’s also pressing. What’s next?

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The Grizzlies ended their season with a loss to the Warriors Friday. Was it the best season ever? Maybe. It was absolutely the most fun. 

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The pool at the Mike Rose Aquatics Center on the U of M campus will be named in honor of the man who had an “endless belief in people.”

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The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest concludes at Liberty Park as winners are announced, and hope sizzles for a return to Tom Lee Park in 2023.

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Clarene Pinkston Russell, who was often called Collierville’s historian, died Friday afternoon. She served the town for decades and shaped its future.

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Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland went after critics of his backing of the state truth in sentencing law and his description of 201 Poplar as a “revolving door” for criminals during a lively interview on “Behind The Headlines.”

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The problem that delayed the certification was combining tabulations from two different systems into a single statement of votes cast. 

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Cornbread salad is a staple at the Big Bob Gibson family supper during the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, and a great addition to your summer picnics and cookouts.

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It’s getting hot around here. Record heat pounded competitors at the Division 2-AA regional track meet; flames licked meat at the 2022 World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest; a Downtown mural includes sizzling new technology, and it doesn’t get any hotter than FedExForum when the Grizzlies win.

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Stop Poverty with Policy is hosting a community forum and picnic for Memphis Area Transit Authority public transit riders.

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The $70 million skilled nursing facility will benefit the estimated 65,000 to 75,000 veterans living in Shelby, Fayette and Tipton counties.

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Douglass’ Juneteenth art auction has been postponed due to COVID-19. However, the festival is still set for Father’s Day weekend.

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Black Seeds Urban Farms’ event will feature music performances from local artists and food from vendors like Sun of a Vegan and Street Kitchen. 

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Arlington Middle School and Arlington High gain recognition from the Tennessee Department of Education and the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network, and teacher Latisha King receives the state’s Excellence in STEM Teaching Award.

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The $150 million Ashmont project continues to face questions.

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“Until our society can see the truth about abortion, we will continue failing the women who need us the most. People like my grandmother.”

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The emphasis on creative thinking, collaboration, problem solving, and engaging with the real world is one of the things that differentiates XTH from other high schools throughout Shelby County and around the country. 

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Two former University of Memphis basketball players prepare for the NBA draft combine in Chicago on May 18-20.

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The Memphis gathering was one of several Planned Parenthood rallies in cities across the United States. The marches were organized after a U.S. Supreme Court draft opinion leaked May 2 suggesting the landmark Roe v. Wade law could be restricted or overturned in the future.

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Metro
 
Tennessee points federal judge to MSCS audit in a push to restart takeover
 

In federal court documents, the Office of the Tennessee Attorney General filed motions to dismiss the school district’s lawsuit and dissolve an earlier court order pausing the takeover. 

 
Mississippi lawmakers to debate creating statewide youth court system, Reeves says
 
 
The AM/DM podcast: A new EMT team is on a roll
 
 
The Early Word: Drama at City Council and much a-doo over salad greens
 
 
Are major changes coming to Tennessee teacher licensure requirements?
 
 
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Business
 
First Horizon reports better-than-expected second quarter results
 

Deposits, loan growth and income from interest drove the positive results, First Horizon executives said.

 
Downtown DoubleTree PILOT gets green light
 
 
Apartments planned for vacant Downtown lot
 
 
Inked: Warehouses, offices and apartments sold
 
 
'One-stop shop' for eye care will help homeless Memphians frame their future
 
 
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Sports
 
2026 high school football menu offers up some tasty treats
 

From annual rivalries to tantalizing non-region showdowns and potential playoff deciders, the schedule has a little bit of everything.

 
Javon Small leads Grizzlies in summer league win against Warriors
 
 
Tigers softball signee Tatum Bittick lands invite to Streamer University
 
 
Buckley: What a shame if Memphis loses the Redbirds
 
 
Cam Boozer is a regular teenager — who might take Memphis to new heights
 
 
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Food
 
In-N-Out restaurant in East Memphis delayed
 

Memphians might have to wait a little longer for an In-N-Out burger.

 
Cyclospora has local restaurateurs, home cooks rethinking what's on the menu
 
 
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Suburbs
 
Mississippi lawmakers to debate creating statewide youth court system, Reeves says
 

After an abruptly called special session Tuesday, July 14, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves gave more details about what changes lawmakers would make to the state youth court system.

 
Bartlett appoints voting member to MLGW board
 
 
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Arts & Culture
 
Arts Beat: Sofar Sounds back in Memphis; Botanic Garden opens Sun-inspired Fun Studio
 

With a new local leader, Sofar Sounds will host shows in Memphis once again. And, at the Botanic Garden, Fun Studio includes child-friendly musical instruments.

 
Memphis writer exploring conservation and faith in the South
 
 
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Opinion
 
Opinion: Before you condemn DA Mulroy, read what he said for yourself
 

“There is a difference between criticizing law enforcement as a profession and criticizing how law enforcement officers are trained. Examining professional failures does not demean a profession. It strengthens it.”

 
Buckley: What a shame if Memphis loses the Redbirds
 
 
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Podcasts
 
Grizzlies podcast: Cam Boozer's summer league debut
 

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the first two summer league games for Cam Boozer and the Grizzlies’ recent offseason transactions. 

 
Sound Bites: Cam Smith has an appetite for the spice of life (and cheesy bread)
 
 
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Games
 
Daily Jigsaw: World Cup woes
 

This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from Autozone Park’s World Cup watch party and was taken by Jonathan Mintz.

 
Daily WordRow: July 15
 
 
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