The grass menagerie: Memphis Zoo unveils vision for a new Veldt
As part of the zoo’s new comprehensive plan, they want to focus on “a naturalistic and immersive” experience for guests and a good one for animals, too.
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Sports Great American River Run caps off Memphis in May
More than 1,800 runners participated in the event’s 5K, 10K and half-marathon races that began and ended at King & Union Bar Grocery located at 185 Union Ave.
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Shelby County Area weather services preview severe Sunday evening weather
National Weather Service Memphis stated in its forecast that Shelby County can expect heavy evening rainfall with 10 to 15 miles per hour winds.
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City of Memphis City’s latest LGBTQ+ liaison brings political voice, experience to role
Cordova-native Renee Sekander found her voice while advocating on her college campus. “Even though my voice was a bit shaky at the time, I was really confident in what I was speaking up about.”
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Arts & Culture Pride events include parade, drive-in films, balls and dance parties
Mid-South Pride, Tri-State Black Pride and other organizations will host a variety of events to celebrate Pride Month in Memphis.
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June 2024
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Neighborhoods I-55 Mississippi River bridge closing for two weeks
The Interstate 55 Bridge over the Mississippi River will close Sunday, June 9, for two weeks.
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Performing Arts Hattiloo’s 18th season includes ‘Carmen Jones,’ ‘The Lion King Jr.’
The new season features nine shows from July 26, 2024, to June 8, 2025.
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East MemphisMemphis Italian Fest prides itself on being ‘family-friendly’
This year’s event featured carnival rides for the kids, an Italian cooking demo, an indoor game of cornhole, and 901 Goats for families to view, along with 46 cooking teams competing in a variety of Italian food cuisine competitions.
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DowntownUnity, love and appreciation on display at Memphis Pride Parade
About 3,000 people participated in the Beale Street event, with floats and marchers representing 110 local groups including businesses, performing arts organizations and nonprofits.
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Spirit of Memphis Forever young: Seniors prove you’re never too old for prom
The 60 and older prom was a groovy way to get Shelby County seniors out of the house and onto the dance floor. “One of my favorite things I ever heard was that this is the best party that they’ve ever been to on a Monday.”
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Spirit of MemphisMayors face off and the Grindfather takes a bow
Former Memphis Grizzlies forward Tony Allen received the Heal the Hood Foundation’s first-ever Heroes of Change Award during halftime of the high-profile basketball game.
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Food NewsFood for the soil: Memphis restaurants brew up eco-friendly eats
“If we can remove some food waste from the landfill, then we can make a big impact on climate change,” Project Green Fork’s program manager said about the organization’s annual Loving Local event.
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East Memphis Memphis Botanic Garden names new executive director
The new leader will replace current director Michael Allen, who announced his intent to retire after a nearly eight-year stint, in February.
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Arts & CultureMemphis hosts a variety of Juneteenth celebrations
One event, Tone’s music festival, features Memphis rap legend Juicy J and Memphis producer HitKidd.
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Arts & Culture Spades tournament, gala, music festival return for Tone Juneteenth
Tone’s “largest event of the year” will return for the fourth consecutive year.
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Neighborhoods Orange Mound residents ‘not standing’ for gun violence anymore
Nearly two months after a block-party shooting, community members, organizations and government officials gathered at an Orange Mound high school to participate in a Walk Against Gun Violence.
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Performing Arts ‘Something for everybody’ at the Tone Juneteenth Festival
Horseback rides and the chance to hear live music were some of the ways attendees enjoyed themselves during the Tone Juneteenth Festival.
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Neighborhoods Health department aims to swat mosquito population
The free Fight the Bite festival offered tips for protecting against disease-carrying insects, as well as information about pest control efforts in the Memphis area.
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Food Craft Food and Wine Festival returns for fifth year
City Tasting Experiences’ fifth annual Craft Food & Wine Festival featured more than 70 local vendors. Proceeds benefited Church Health, which provides medical care for many food-industry workers.
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Visual Arts New master metalsmith casts Black history in bronze, steel
A School of the Art Institute of Chicago professor emeritus, art gallery owner and sculptor is the Metal Museum’s 38th annual master metalsmith.
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Performing Arts Here’s how local directors, actors make six plays in one day
A local production this weekend will feature playwrights, directors and actors aiming to create six new plays in the span of 24 hours.
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July 2024
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Arts & CultureMemphians pitch in to create 10-foot-tall David Bowie sculpture
“Today is the 50th anniversary of Bowie performing ‘Diamond Dogs’ at the Mid-South Coliseum,” artist Mike McCarthy said. “So, I thought why not try to unveil phase one of the sculpture today.”
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