At prayer event, West Memphis mayor calls out violence
Medical assistant who lived in the community was a victim of daylong shooting spree across Memphis.
Jane Roberts
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Jane Roberts has reported in Memphis for more than 20 years. As a senior member of The Daily Memphian staff, she was assigned to the medical beat during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also has done in-depth work on other medical issues facing our community, including shortages of specialists in local hospitals. She covered K-12 education here for years and later the region’s transportation sector, including Memphis International Airport and FedEx Corp.
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Public Safety Shooting victim remembered as ‘sweet little girl’
Corteria Wright, 17, was killed Wednesday during the shooting rampage, but at the hands of a different killer.
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Health CareStern clinic computer system hacked, lost phone, internet
Patient at her appointment was told medical records could not be accessed.
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Public SafetyThree victims in shooting spree identified
Three of the victims of alleged mass shooter Ezekiel Kelly, 19, have been identified.
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Jackson Avenue vigil hosts prayers, praise to honor victims of shooting spree
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Education Fletcher’s loss in education, faith communities ripples across city
“She had a kind spirit. She was always happy, always bubbly. I don’t ever remember her being unhappy,” said a former employer. “She was very warm, very giving.”
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Calkins: Friday morning, a throng of women in Memphis will ‘finish Liza’s run.’
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Business Starbucks loses appeal; must take Memphis 7 back
The United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit on Tuesday, Sept. 6, denied the company’s motion to stay a ruling by U.S. District Judge Sheryl Lipman in Memphis.
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Spirit of Memphis Memphis burrito brigade feeds needy, keeps rolling
In the shadow of the Renasant Convention Center, a peaceful line forms. People in shabby, sometimes off-season clothing, come for a homemade burrito, bag of chips, water, a soft drink, maybe a pair of new socks.
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MetroChrist Church considers leaving United Methodist denomination
About 60 United Methodist churches in Tennessee and West Kentucky have recently disaffiliated and many are expected to join a more conservative offshoot of the denomination that does not recognize same-sex marriage or ordain gay/lesbian clergy.
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Business Las Savell Jewelry building getting new life as police, fire recruiting station
The City of Memphis paid $600,000 for the high-visibility location at 61 S. McLean.
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Education19,000 local students — from last year alone — may see up to $20K in loan forgiveness
A large number of Memphians could to see a dramatic reduction in their debt load, under a new student loan forgiveness program from President Joe Biden. But is that a good thing?
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Visual Arts‘Young Rock’ filming is result of game-changing incentives, personal relationships
When “Young Rock” begins filming its third season in Memphis next week, it will do so for a couple of reasons. One is that NBCUniversal executive Richard Ross lives here.
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Business Merger with Memphis group takes regional coffee company public
Little Rock’s Westrock says its coffee is served in 13 of the top 25 quick-service food chains in the U.S.
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Real Estate Downtown board wants 10-year PILOTs to be norm
A series of sticks and carrots also encourages developers to get in the affordable housing market.
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BusinessHigh-flying vet is rare breed in Memphis
Besides the hundreds of people who know Dr. Danielle Bayliss for her veterinary skills, dozens of others know her as an aerialist, the performance artists who perform on riggings high in the air.
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North Mississippi‘Mayor Ken’ a combo of creativity, charity and cheese
Papa Murphy’s in Olive Branch has created the “Mayor Ken,” a pizza named after Mayor Ken Adams.
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BusinessMemphis 7 to be reinstated in jobs; Starbucks plans to appeal
“Interest in a union does not exempt partners from following policies that are in place to protect partners, our customers and the communities we serve,” Starbucks said.
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Business From the track to the board: Volunteer introduces campers to exercise science
Last year, Smith & Nephew raised $20,000 for Memphis Youth Athletics through corporate and employee giving. It’s on tap to do the same this year.
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BusinessKlinke ice cream now a memory, and its I-240 plant is for sale
“We’re under a noncompete clause, so we’re out of the ice cream business,” said Preston Klinke, co-owner and great-grandson of the founder. “It comes out easier if I say it really quickly.”
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Spirit of Memphis Hearts flutter with spoken, unspoken hope for Alabama church
Fabric banner includes loving messages for a grieving congregation in Alabama that has strong ties to Memphis.
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City of Memphis ‘Hospitality on steroids:’ Tournament, Elvis Week are tourism gold for Memphis
“Two signature events that bring lots of people to town who spend millions and millions of dollars in our community,” said Kevin Kane of Memphis Tourism.
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BusinessFor first time, Memphian named national president of Ducks Unlimited
When Ducks Unlimited make the decision, during the early ’90s, to move its headquarters from Chicago to Memphis, Chuck Smith was in the room — because the meeting was at his house. Now, he’s looking to help corporations reduce their carbon footprints.
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Arts & CultureClothes make the man, but that’s only half the story
“If that person says, ‘I like your outfit’ or stares or the car that drives by honks, it’s going to be a fun night,” said Mark Sandfoss, a zoologist with a flair for fashion.
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Business Jack Morris Auto Glass sold to North Carolina company
“We sold because we determined that it was in the best interest of our employees and customers,” said Paul Morris, president of Jack Morris.
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Spirit of MemphisCOVID survivor returns to Regional One with hugs, thanks for saving his life
Nesbit, Mississippi resident John Butler, who did not have a gym membership before, now goes every day, part of what may be his lifelong work to rebuild the 85% muscle mass he lost in his arms and chest.
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Real EstateApartment dwellers expect amenities these days
With rents up more than 17% nationally over this time last year, the most user-friendly amenities are add-ons that do not cost residents more.
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