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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
 
AOC to stump for Justin Pearson in Memphis
 

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is coming to the city with two other Democratic U.S. House members. Meanwhile, House Judiciary Committee chairman Jim Jordan is endorsing state Sen. Brent Taylor in the companion Republican primary.

 
The AM/DM podcast: Tennessee's newest laws
 
 
The Early Word: World Cup defeat still a win for Redbirds; new grocery plans
 
 
5th Congressional District Democrats talk Task Force in forum
 
 
City Council's light agenda includes renewed grants program
 
 
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Business
 
Food Files: Tous les Jours headed to the Square
 

Tous les Jours will open in the former Hopdoddy Burger Bar space on Cooper, while Jack’s Family Restaurant may build on Winchester.

 
New grocery coming to Uptown
 
 
Thinking outside the box: Building Memphis housing one container at a time
 
 
Greater Memphis Chamber recruits veterans for manufacturing roles 
 
 
This Mother Goose tends to her flock of truck drivers
 
 
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Sports
 
'Unacceptable': Cedric Coward is challenging himself to give more
 

Cedric Coward isn’t happy with his early summer league performances after being challenged by the Grizzlies coaching staff. 

 
Former Tiger Zach Davis sues NCAA for extra year of eligibility
 
 
Memphis athletics renews partnership with Learfield
 
 
Red, white and the blues: World Cup fans gather for US vs Belgium
 
 
Breaking down the Tigers' tough nonconference basketball schedule
 
 
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Food
 
Food Files: Tous les Jours headed to the Square
 

Tous les Jours will open in the former Hopdoddy Burger Bar space on Cooper, while Jack’s Family Restaurant may build on Winchester.

 
Memphis was ripe for this idea: Growing and selling tomatoes right here
 
 
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Suburbs
 
Millington police chief retiring
 

Chris Stokes spent his entire career with Millington’s police department. 

 
After 20 years of granting wishes, Forever Young Veterans to dissolve
 
 
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Arts & Culture
 
5 must-see concerts in July
 

Acclaimed musicians from as close as North Mississippi and as far as England are bringing their sounds to the Mid-South this July. Here are five highlights.

 
Memphis writer exploring conservation and faith in the South
 
 
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Opinion
 
Opinion: Don't confuse nationalism with patriotism
 

“American exceptionalism becomes dangerous when it suggests America is beyond criticism.”

 
Opinion: Why does my electricity go on vacation more than I do?
 
 
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Podcasts
 
WYXR's director about music, AI and the evolution of the station
 

Robby Grant joined Eric Barnes on this episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about how WYXR has evolved, the range of program and events it supports and the station’s growth into an arts and community organization.

 
Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant traded, Summer League preview
 
 
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Games
 
Sudoku: July 7
 

Are you ready for today’s puzzles? 

 
Daily WordRow: July 7
 
 
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