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Herrington: Memphis needs more ‘Elvis fans’ like Tommy Kha
The controversy over Tommy Kha’s photography was about art at the airport. But it was also about the living legacy of old, dead Elvis in the city that made him.
Chris Herrington
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Chris Herrington covers the Memphis Grizzlies and writes about Memphis culture, food, and civic life. He lives in the Vollintine-Evergreen neighborhood of Midtown with his wife, two kids, and two dogs.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Science fiction, secret feature (and some places to Gogh)
This week, Arooj Aftab and Bang on a Can All-Stars perform at Crosstown Theater, Pussii Dusse’s music and art come to the Benjamin L. Hooks Library, bluegrass is back on the Collierville Town Square and the Metal Museum puts on “RINGS!”
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Pregame at FedExForum: Grizzlies optimism abounds, but the ducks may be in danger
Former Memphian Michael Eaves, who later referenced his time in town, opened up ESPN’s prime-time “SportsCenter,” reporting live from the court at FedExForum. He threw it to Adrian Wojnarowski, who standing somewhere else on the floor, then was joined by Stephen A. Smith, Michael Wilbon and Jalen Rose. -
Morant won’t play, but gets ‘All Access’ day started for Grizz
Ja Morant tips a hat to the grit-and-grind era to start ESPN’s “All Access” Grizzlies coverage.
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Small Grizzlies moments, with ‘NBA Today’ on deck
ESPN has been sprinkling in little bits of Grizzlies content during its programming throughout the day, leading up to a live-from-Memphis edition of its “NBA Today” show at 2 p.m., including a brief video segment from Tuesday’s Grizzlies practice, a segment on Ja Morant talking about his father and daughter, and more of the “film room” segment between Jalen Rose and Desmond Bane. -
On ‘NBA Today,’ Cozy Corner makes it better
If you’re looking for something to be mad about, and I really hope you’re not, the opening of the “NBA Today” broadcast from FedExForum might have supplied it. -
‘First Take,’ second segment: Morant vs. Iverson
Grizzlies “All Access” day continues with a Ja Morant vs. Allen Iverson debate.
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Stephen A. Smith: ‘Elvis is dead!’
Elvis vs. Ja? ESPN’s “First Take” starts with the big Memphis question.
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Music Booker T. Jones, Mavis Staples among newest class of Memphis Music Hall of Fame
After a two-year hiatus, the Memphis Music Hall of Fame announced eight inductees, including stars of Sun, Stax and beyond.
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Arts & Culture Director Craig Brewer shares a secret at Crosstown
These days, it’s hard to see a movie without knowing a lot — perhaps too much — about it. But Craig Brewer’s “Secret Screening” series won’t have that problem.
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Memphis GrizzliesHerrington: Sorry Ja, but you might be the NBA’s Most Improved Player
The Grizzlies’ superstar might not want to hear it, but the numbers point to it. And does the team’s record reflect reality?
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies, minus Morant, overcome slow start to run away from Rockets
Memphis shook off a lethargic beginning, with Desmond Bane taking charge (24 points) and De’Anthony Melton coming in for 16 points and seven rebounds.
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Podcasts Listen to Grizzlies writers discuss the team’s playoff path
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the gauntlet the Grizzlies will face over their last 10 games and the importance of finishing the current road trip strong.
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Memphis GrizzliesHerrington: Dillon Brooks’ return, Ziaire Williams’ all-rookie odds, more
Here is a closer look at the efficiencies of Grizzlies lineups, and if you’re watching the NCAA Tournament, who might be of interest.
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Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Reintegrating Dillon Brooks is next challenge
What will be the biggest challenge in reintegrating Dillon Brooks into the Grizzlies’ starting lineup? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Beale goes green, Tiger Lane has soul and the ‘80s are back at FedExForum
This week, PXLS covers video game music at Crosstown Arts, Stax opens an exhibition of 1970s nightclub photography and Alton Brown Live stops at the Orpheum Theatre.
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Memphis GrizzliesHerrington: With playoff race heating up, Grizzlies need Dillon Brooks
It may well be that the Grizzlies haven’t been quite as good as their record suggests this season. But it’s also possible that with Brooks back they will be.
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Memphis GrizzliesHerrington: Scenes from a rout as the Grizzlies get their groove back
The Grizzlies show off in style, and on national television.
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Food New Eats: Uncle Goyo’s offers upscale or taco options at Thornwood
After taking over the Memphis taco-truck scene with TacoNGanas, Greg Diaz’s Germantown-based Uncle Goyo’s brings a different kind of Mexican dining to the area.
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Memphis GrizzliesHerrington: Thanks LeBron! Grizzlies now No. 2 in West with two big wins in one night
If the Grizzlies can hang on to the No. 2 seed, it bodes well for a more favorable playoff matchup.
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Neighborhoods New Eats: Bain Barbecue & Bakery
A new eatery in Cooper-Young offers, or will soon, a very Texas combination of brisket and baked goods.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Belated Mardi Gras, Broad’s First Fridays and Sidney Poitier on the big screen
This week, “La Cages aux Folles” opens at Theatre Memphis, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Jericho Brown reads at the University of Memphis, Railgarten hosts a belated Mardi Gras party and Broad Avenue’s First Fridays are back with “March Madness.”
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News and Features Never Have I Ever: Folk’s Folly Cellar Lounge
The Cellar Lounge at Folk’s Folly has a good burger, as you would expect. But the atmosphere is the thing.
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Memphis GrizzliesHerrington: Steven Adams doesn’t take many shots, but helps Grizzlies’ offense hum
He’s not a scorer, but his cohesion with Ja Morant has been undeniable.
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Food New Eats: Good Fortune Co. serves handmade ramen in colorful S. Main space
At Good Fortune Co., the colorful, bustling first restaurant for co-owners Sarah Cai and Arturo Leighton, ramen noodles and fish-shaped waffle cones are made behind a bar packed with Asian spirits.
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