Today's weather in Memphis:
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87°/74°
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Thunderstorms
Air qualityGood
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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.
By John Varlas
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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.
By John Varlas
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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?
By Chris Herrington
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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.
By Geoff Calkins
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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.”
By John Varlas
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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.
By Alicia Davidson
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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.
By Abigail Warren
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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.”
By Bill Dries
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The problem that delayed the certification was combining tabulations from two different systems into a single statement of votes cast.
By Bill Dries
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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.
By Jennifer Biggs
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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.
By The Daily Memphian Staff
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Stop Poverty with Policy is hosting a community forum and picnic for Memphis Area Transit Authority public transit riders.
By Daja E. Henry
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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.
By Michael Waddell
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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.
By Daja E. Henry
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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.
By Daja E. Henry
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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.
By Michael Waddell
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The $150 million Ashmont project continues to face questions.
By Michael Waddell
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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.”
By Leigh Ann Roman
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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.
By Kerry Hayes
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Two former University of Memphis basketball players prepare for the NBA draft combine in Chicago on May 18-20.
By Steven Johnson
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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.
By Alicia Davidson
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Memphis Animal Services officer charged with aggravated animal cruelty
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Police found 17 abused or severely neglected dogs at the officer’s residence, as well as evidence that he was possibly involved in dogfighting.
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Souls to the Polls rally mixes political optimism with hardcore organizing
Tax season drumbeat grows louder at City Hall
The Early Word: Midtown's Viet Hoa expands, and the Blue Monkey shrinks
The AM/DM podcast: Flyway, budgets and 'The Birdcage'
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WK Kellogg laying off more than 100 in Memphis
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Layoffs include union and non-union employees.
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Outdoors Inc. building hits market for almost $2 million
Firefighter developing health and tutoring AI apps: 'We have a lot of bright minds here.'
After 27 years, The Blue Monkey is closing its doors in Midtown
Why is Hernando's Hide-A-Way taking a stand against AI art? It comes down to soul.
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Memphis coach Charles Huff in favor of new proposed eligibility model
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A new age-based model could be voted on as early as this month. If implemented, a player would have a five-year clock to compete for up to five seasons.
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Why Huff had to play Tetris with revenue-share payments in his first year
Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant trade speculation, listener questions
Buckley: Fun was name of the game at Memphis Hound Dogs' home opener
Hill: Ja Morant may bounce back, but does he fit the Grizzlies' new timeline?
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After 27 years, The Blue Monkey is closing its doors in Midtown
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“It’s been difficult for quite some time, but it just got to the point where, you know, we just really didn’t have much of a choice,” said partner and general manager Mike Johnson as the restaurant closes its first of two locations.
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As part of a longheld family dream, Viet Hoa owners opening large international market
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No residents speak during Germantown budget hearing
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Germantown’s budget moved to its final reading. No residents utilized the public hearing opportunity during Monday’s meeting.
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Property taxes hold steady in proposed Germantown budget
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How do you get to Carnegie Hall? These Memphis-area teens know.
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Four Memphis Youth Symphony members have been selected for Carnegie Hall’s national music programs, which will take them to New York and beyond.
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Why is Hernando's Hide-A-Way taking a stand against AI art? It comes down to soul.
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Buckley: Fun was name of the game at Memphis Hound Dogs' home opener
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“Man, it’s fun playing football,” added Sky Forest, a Lausanne football player who took over at quarterback for the Hound Dogs after starter Kevin Taylor was injured Saturday. “You can’t beat that.”
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Opinion: 'The joy doesn't lessen the grief'
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Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant trade speculation, listener questions
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Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the potential for a Ja Morant trade and take questions from listeners.
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Democratic sheriff nominee takes wait-and-see approach on cooperation with federal immigration
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Daily Jigsaw: Good gravy
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Today’s photo is from the Memphis Italian Festival and was taken by Jonathan Mintz.
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Daily WordRow: June 8
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