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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
 
Chaz Molder backs data center pauses in campaign for Congress
 

The Democratic nominee in the 5th Congressional District and outgoing Mayor of Columbia, Tennessee, talked about a wide range of issues on “Behind The Headlines.”

 
Lakeland evaluates its Flock-camera usage
 
 
Memphis orgs rally to support families affected by ICE raid
 
 
Task Force agent's bullet killed Memphis man in May, autopsy reveals
 
 
Freedom Award honorees include Fred Gray, Nneka Ogwumike
 
 
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Business
 
Downtown exterior refreshes and new apartment complex to go before board
 

The Downtown Memphis Commission Design Review Board will review three projects at its Sept. 9 meeting.

 
Food Files: Food-truck operator to open in former Crazy Coop space
 
 
FedEx Freight leader fired
 
 
In-N-Out Burger targets second site
 
 
Visible Music College building bought
 
 
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Sports
 
Memphis rushing attack lifts Tigers to 42-24 win over Arkansas State
 

Jaylin Carter rushes for 183 yards and four touchdowns and Manny Covey adds 103 more as the Tigers rush for 335 yards in the win.

 
Box score: Memphis 42, Arkansas State 24
 
 
Freshman quarterback accounts for 5 touchdowns to lead Tennessee over Furman
 
 
A couple of GameDay pickers really like the Memphis Tigers
 
 
Southwind hangs on to defeat Houston and stay unbeaten
 
 
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Food
 
Recipe Exchange: Rawgirls founders' lentil soup
 

The original Rawgirls have a new cookbook of 10 soup recipes, several of which echo dishes they once served at their former food truck and cafe.

 
Food Files: Food-truck operator to open in former Crazy Coop space
 
 
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Suburbs
 
Bailey: It's possible Ken Adams had reason to resist Parton recognition
 

Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams stirred up a hornet’s nest with his decision not to lower the flags in honor of Dolly Parton. But did the Flag Code open the door for the mayor’s decision?

 
Lakeland evaluates its Flock-camera usage
 
 
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Arts & Culture
 
Metal Museum forges future with grand opening in Overton Park
 

The museum welcomed visitors Saturday to its new home in the former Memphis College of Art. The doors will officially open Sept. 11.

 
Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum leader to depart after 23 years
 
 
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Opinion
 
Bailey: It's possible Ken Adams had reason to resist Parton recognition
 

Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams stirred up a hornet’s nest with his decision not to lower the flags in honor of Dolly Parton. But did the Flag Code open the door for the mayor’s decision?

 
Opinion: ‘Ain’t gonna let nobody … turn my Grizzlies around’
 
 
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Podcasts
 
Chaz Molder backs data center pauses in campaign for Congress
 

The Democratic nominee in the 5th Congressional District and outgoing Mayor of Columbia, Tennessee, talked about a wide range of issues on “Behind The Headlines.”

 
Sound Bites: Meddlesome's approach to Memphis water concerns and a changing brewery scene
 
 
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Games
 
Daily Jigsaw: Inside Lucy Elementary
 

Today’s puzzle features a mural inside Lucy Elementary School. Patrick Lantrip took the photo. 

 
Daily WordRow: Sept. 5
 
 
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