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Saturday, May 14, 2022

 
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Today's weather in Memphis:

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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
 
Blackburn, Taylor use new crime data to continue feud with DA Mulroy
 

U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn and state Sen. Brent Taylor want more information about Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy following a recent report from a local court-watch group.

 
Germantown Alderwoman Mary Anne Gibson to seek reelection
 
 
Cause of inmate's death at 201 Poplar released
 
 
Incident with visitor leads to damage at Memphis Zoo bonobo exhibit
 
 
Memphis bishop to resign, but timetable unclear
 
 
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Business
 
Food Files: Yemeni coffee shop to open in Memphis, franchise to follow
 

Something new is in full swing at Southaven’s Silo Square and a freshly opened sports bar is hosting themed nights, including karaoke, pool and dart tournaments and bingo.

 
East Memphis momentum spawns new mixed-use development along South White Station Road
 
 
New Cook Out coming to old Back Yard Burgers, with headquarter plans in the works
 
 
U of M marks launch of $90M upgrade of business school — with sledgehammers
 
 
Inked: So long Smart Mart, ICE in East Memphis and a deal Downtown
 
 
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Sports
 
Buckley: The Tigers are in a world of hurt. Is there a path out of the pit?
 

Five straight losses have put the Tigers in a hole, but a win Sunday at East Carolina would boost Memphis’ confidence and increase its chances of making it to Birmingham. 

 
Memphis basketball announces home-and-home series with Texas
 
 
Memphis, FESJC are special to Joe Tomek. Which is why leaving is tough
 
 
Memphis follows familiar script to fall to Wichita State for fifth straight loss
 
 
Who has the edge in NBA's reverse standings race?
 
 
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Food
 
Recipe Exchange: Good Fortune Co.’s Tan Tan Noodles
 

Tan Tan noodles are extremely versatile as they can be made as a vegan or vegetarian dish.

 
On the rocks: State system delays leave DeSoto liquor stores running dry
 
 
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Suburbs
 
Germantown Alderwoman Mary Anne Gibson to seek reelection
 

Gibson has been on the board for 12 years and was chosen as vice mayor for a ninth time in December.

 
Bailey: Salvaggio's announcement sets stage for eventful election year in Germantown
 
 
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Arts & Culture
 
Arts Beat: Brooks Museum honors Memphis College of Art's 'enduring legacy'
 

“All the teachers were fine artists and loved to teach,” said Murray Riss, who established the photography department at Memphis College of Art.

 
James Lawson autobiography traces path of Civil Rights icon through Memphis and beyond
 
 
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Opinion
 
Herrington: Everyone has an NBA anti-tanking proposal. Here’s mine.
 

The Grizzlies are “tanking” in what may be the last season where that’s possible. Changes are coming. Here’s an idea for what the new system should be.

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Grizzlies sign guard to 10-day contract

 
Opinion: Why immigration enforcement is not the same struggle as the Civil Rights Movement
 
 
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Podcasts
 
The AM/DM podcast: Tulips and a steamy show
 

This weekend isn’t for wallflowers. 

 
The AM/DM podcast: In med school, students can do no harm to first patient
 
 
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Games
 
Daily Jigsaw: Botanic bloom
 

This jigsaw puzzle is from the Memphis Botanic Garden’s Bloom event and was provided by the botanic garden.

 
Daily WordRow: Feb. 27
 
 
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