Opinion: Disappearing political placards part of campaign
While disappearing campaign signs may be underhanded and annoying, the practice – old as campaigns themselves – is not grounds for a story. It’s more part of running for office.
Clay Bailey
News Editor
Clay Bailey, a lifelong Memphian, has worked as a reporter in the city four decades. He concentrated on suburban coverage for the bulk of his career, except for a stint as sports editor of The Daily Memphian when it launched in September, 2018. He now is suburban editor and also serves as a freelance sports writer for The Associated Press.
There are 165 articles by Clay Bailey :
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September 2020
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Elections
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October 2020
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Lakeland Opinion: Lake District takes shape, provides optimism for its future
With the construction of new buildings, touting of townhomes and the layout of streets, The Lake District is taking shape after a few delays.
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Update
Shelby CountyAthletic departments celebrate looser restrictions for game attendance
The county Health Department loosened some of the restrictions regarding COVID-19 precautions, moves that will benefit sporting events and restaurants.
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Elections OPINION: Striving for balance in local suburban elections
While everyone has an opinion on whether the media is biased regarding national politics, reporters strive to keep coverage of local races as balanced as possible.
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November 2020
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Elections Opinion: Opponents of Palazzolo administration fail to seize momentum
Two years ago, Germantown residents opposed to the direction of Mike Palazzolo’s administration came close to removing the mayor through the candidacy of Alderman John Barzizza. -
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ElectionsGermantown mayor issues surprising invitation
The annual call for Germantown citizens to apply for boards and commissions this year included a personal invitation from Mayor Mike Palazzolo to a select few residents.
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Metro Opinion: Friday afternoon is no time to adjust rules for handling a pandemic
The Health Department chose to wait until past the last business hour of the last day of the week, throw the new rules out there, then pack up their briefcases for the weekend.
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Collierville Collierville goes virtual to celebrate the lights of the season
Collierville goes virtual in lighting up the Town Square for the holidays.
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December 2020
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Coronavirus Memphis looks at pre-Christmas lockdown; suburbs say no way
The Memphis City Council will consider asking health officials for another lockdown just before Christmas, but suburban mayors adamantly oppose such action.
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January 2021
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Shelby County Opinion: Suburbs deserve vaccine locations too
Each time the Shelby County Health Department announces more locations for vaccination distribution, suburban spots are excluded.
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Shelby County Opinion: The frustration of appointments, long waits and lack of vaccines
As people wait hours for their vaccine appointment time, they end up leaving without a shot in the arm and a head full of frustration.
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February 2021
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Education Chamber president seeks return to classes for SCS
Greater Memphis Chamber CEO Beverly Robertson sent a letter to Shelby County Schools superintendent Joris Ray and the board to urge them to reopen Memphis area schools.
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March 2021
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EducationOpinion: Expect a battle before SCS surrenders 3G schools
Much like the resolution to starting municipal schools in Shelby County’s suburbs, Germantown is backing state legislation to get the 3G schools under its control.
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April 2021
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Germantown Opinion: Towering tank offers opportunity for high-level art
Unique water towers around the country offer inspiration for City of Germantown.
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May 2021
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Arts & Culture Modern-day treasure hunt: elusive packs of baseball cards
Baseball cards are becoming as hard to find as Lysol and hand sanitizer in the pandemic’s early days. A search at the old stores can lead to frustration.
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Arts & Culture Opinion: Will local access kill Whataburger’s mystique?
Once we can get to Whataburger on a short drive from Memphis to Southaven, it might go the way of Coors beer.
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June 2021
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Germantown Opinion: A salute to the 10-point grading system adopted by GMSD
The new grading scale for Germantown schools provides a scale for the smart kids to compete for scholarships. But it might also keep others from trouble.
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August 2021
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Opinion Opinion: The latest push for consolidation is a waste of time
Whatever good could come from consolidating Memphis and Shelby County governments doesn’t have a chance of passage as long as the dual vote is required.
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September 2021
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Opinion Opinion: A handgun holstered in view seems out of place
A peaceful morning in a residential area seems a bit out of place for a gunman walking the streets.
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Guest ColumnistsOpinion: Dorothy, this isn’t Arlington anymore
With a short drive time to the proposed Ford Motor Co. campus, suburbs like Arlington and Lakeland are at a crossroads of how to address possible growth.
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October 2021
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OpinionOpinion: Can we just leave Halloween on Halloween?
‘Every so often, we have to deal with the question of what night to celebrate Halloween so it doesn’t conflict with religious celebrations. This is such a year.’
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November 2021
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Opinion Opinion: Remembering the Cranberry Bowl and the pain of a Thanksgiving tradition
For about four decades, the Cranberry Bowl was a tradition at a Whitehaven elementary school football field before finally giving way to injuries and old age.
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December 2021
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Opinion Opinion: Holiday ornaments bring about memories of Christmases Past
The unwrapping of Christmas ornaments can send a person on a trail of holiday memories celebrating good times, family, friends and places we have visited.
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September 2022
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Update
Public SafetyOne charged with abduction in Fletcher case; teacher still missing
A man detained after wrecking a car Saturday now faces kidnapping charges in the abduction of Eliza ‘Liza’ Fletcher. He previously pleaded guilty to kidnapping in 2001 and served more than 20 years in jail.
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November 2022
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Opinion 40 years of ‘Cranberry Bowl’ a playbook for lasting memories, lingering injuries
For decades, a group of alums from Memphis’ Bishop Byrne High School gathered for an annual Thanksgiving Day tradition that earned the name The Cranberry Bowl.
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