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Saturday, May 14, 2022

 
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Today's weather in Memphis:

86°/68°
Intermittent clouds
Air qualityGood
 
 

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
 
Membership has its privileges: Memphians launch card to promote local restaurants
 

The Local Card will help generate publicity for Memphis area restaurants and offer deals for customers, “creating a win-win for everybody,” said This is Memphis co-founder Gabriel Kisber.

 
MSCS, Shelby County file federal lawsuit over Tennessee's takeover law
 
 
The AM/DM podcast: In the swing of summer
 
 
The Early Word: Takeover board elects a chair; Harbor Town gets a sports bar
 
 
Man convicted for 2023 Olive Branch hotel shooting
 
 
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Business
 
Winchester Commons snapped up for $17.1 million
 

DLC Management Corp., in partnership with a fund managed by DRA Advisors, bought six properties in five states, including the shopping center at Winchester Road and Hacks Cross Road.

 
Tennessee tourism aims to fight AI fakery
 
 
Food Files: Harbor Town sports bar opens, TacoNGanas adding drive-thru location
 
 
Current airport board takes care of business in what may be last meeting
 
 
Midtown senior facility gets financing, small businesses get loans
 
 
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Sports
 
For Zach Lucchesi, sports agency comes with the personal touch
 

Former St. Benedict standout finds his niche as a “player advocate” representing Memphis area college and high school players.

 
Grizzlies hire new 'head of player health and performance'
 
 
Grizzlies podcast: Mocking the NBA Draft
 
 
Buckley: This quarterback has a physics degree and a plan for the Hound Dogs
 
 
Redbirds recap: Three homers against Nashville help Memphis trim magic number
 
 
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Food
 
Membership has its privileges: Memphians launch card to promote local restaurants
 

The Local Card will help generate publicity for Memphis area restaurants and offer deals for customers, “creating a win-win for everybody,” said This is Memphis co-founder Gabriel Kisber.

 
Sound Bites: Mushroom queen and Groovy Gratitude guru to host Juneteenth dinner
 
 
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Suburbs
 
The Arts Beat: 'Tarzan' and a world premiere open in Memphis-area theaters
 

Disney’s “first prince” and a beloved American president are the focus of the two shows opening this weekend.

 
Bailey: Will buzz of drones fill Bartlett's blue suburban skies?
 
 
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Arts & Culture
 
The Arts Beat: 'Tarzan' and a world premiere open in Memphis-area theaters
 

Disney’s “first prince” and a beloved American president are the focus of the two shows opening this weekend.

 
Memphis music producer Tay Keith has died at 29
 
 
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Opinion
 
Bailey: Will buzz of drones fill Bartlett's blue suburban skies?
 

Walmart may soon take to the skies over Bartlett and start a new drone delivery demonstration.

 
Calkins: The new board managing Memphis schools opens for business — in Nashville.
 
 
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Podcasts
 
Grizzlies podcast: Mocking the NBA Draft
 

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington are joined by special guest Parker Fleming for a 32-selection mock NBA Draft with a focus on the Memphis Grizzlies’ three picks.

 
The AM/DM podcast: More about the charges Tami Sawyer is facing
 
 
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Games
 
Daily Jigsaw: Beauty, Beast and a buffet
 

Today’s puzzle is from “The Cast Party,” a spread of home-cooked meals from the Friends of the Oprheum for the cast of “Beauty and the Beast.” It was taken by Brad Vest.

 
Daily WordRow: June 19
 
 
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