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Meet the Memphis man behind Jaren Jackson’s ‘net’ pants
The Memphis Grizzlies’ Jaren Jackson Jr. made a stir at NBA All-Star Weekend with his Memphis designed fit.
Jasmine McCraven
Digital Desk Reporter
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February 2023
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Criminal Justice With car thefts up 138%, here’s how you can prevent it
Kias, Hyundais and Infinities are among the most targeted vehicles, according to Memphis police.
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Criminal Justice Mass car break-ins in parking lots have locals talking — and posting
Car break-ins are up 41% compared to this time last year, according to Memphis Police Department data.
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Arts & Culture Social Club: Mo Bamba nicknames LeBron James, Anthony Davis ‘Three 6’
Plus, Moneybagg Yo plans a Memphis lounge.
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Visual Arts Enamel artist honored in new Metal Museum exhibit
The exhibit also displays works from contemporary artists, who adopted Bill Helwig’s techniques, such as Martha Banyas, Marilyn Tendrich, William Harper and Jamie Bennett.
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Visual Arts Artists paint mural of Tyre Nichols in North Memphis
The mural appears on the wall of the Steve A. Castle House of Rhythm and Blues near Hein Park and was commissioned by the club’s owner, Steve A. Adams.
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About Town Love goes wild at the Memphis Zoo
The pre-Valentine’s Day weekend “Love Wild” event allowed Memphis Zoo guests to eat while watching a keeper chat about African penguins, starring the renowned Dexter.
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Memphis Grizzlies Memphis Grizzlies tap local designers for limited-edition merchandise
The Grizzlies plan similar collaborations in the future.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: TEDx, pinball and your Valentine’s Day events guide
This week, the Memphis Botanic Garden pairs Phillip Ashley Chocolates with whiskey, and Old Dominick pairs whiskey with the Super Bowl. Plus, Don Bryant and The Bo-Keys play the Halloran.
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Metro The one that ‘goat’ away: Motorists spot mystery animal from I-40
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Criminal Justice Deputy fired for use of force in November 2022 arrest
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office said a video of the incident was discovered on social media.
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Music Honey Music Festival unveils U of M performing arts center, arts investment
The University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music hosted its first Honey Music Festival on Sunday, Feb. 5.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Black lit, Black art and ‘Works of Heart’
This week, Hattiloo Theatre and Crosstown Arts share coming-of-age stories on the stage and screen. And Tennessee Shakespeare Company shares a classic love story switcheroo.
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Arts & Culture Black literature celebrated at new festival
A new festival focused on celebrating Black authors and literature will kick off at Crosstown Concourse this weekend.
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Metro Ice storm warning extended to noon Thursday
The Memphis area can expect freezing rain and sleet for tonight through Thursday morning with temperatures as low as 20 degrees.
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Memphis area schools announce Thursday closures due to icy conditions
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Music Five must-see shows for February 2023
Coming to a stage near you this month: a legendary pop sensation, a world-renowned composer and a viral country star.
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Criminal JusticeFuneral services for Tyre Nichols still set for Wednesday, time delayed
Rev. Al Sharpton will give Tyre Nichols’ eulogy.
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Music Five must-see shows for January 2023
Coming to a stage near you this month: A veteran acoustic guitarist, a rock opera that stars its writer and the return of GloRilla.
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South MemphisSocial media: ‘Is there a serial killer loose in Westwood?’ Cops: ‘No.’
A TikTok user has drawn attention to a possible connection between six murders in the Westwood area. Raines Station police addressed each one.
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Arts & Culture MoSH opens interactive artificial intelligence exhibit
The Museum of Science and History is using puzzles, videos and more to teach people about artificial intelligence in its new exhibit. “Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind and The Machine” opened Jan. 22.
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Arts & Culture Social Club: Grizz fans fawn over Yo Gotti’s courtside date
Plus: Julien Baker’s band boygenius makes the cover of Rolling Stone.
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Memphis area under tornado watch until this evening
Erik Proseus, webmaster and forecaster for MemphisWeather.net, said we shouldn’t expect “great, big, monster tornados.”
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Business Happy birthday, Elvis: Fans gather to celebrate as Graceland opens exhibit
The ceremony served as the official opening for Graceland’s “The Making of ELVIS” movie exhibition, which includes behind the scenes footage, props from the film, set pieces, and costumes worn by the cast.
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Arts & Culture Lisa Marie Presley memorial scheduled for Sunday at Graceland
A public memorial service for Lisa Marie Presley has been scheduled at Memphis’ Graceland.
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Arts & Culture Sports and race intersect at MLK Day forum
Panelists at the National Civil Rights Museum event included Katrina Merriweather, head coach of the University of Memphis women’s basketball team, Memphis Grizzlies small forward Danny Green and former NBA superstar Grant Hill.
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