Arts & Culture
Memphis hires DeMarcus Suggs as new ‘arts czar’
“The easiest way to explain is that for the first time in the city’s history, we’ve created what is basically an Office of Arts and Culture,” said an official involved in the hire.
Jody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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Public Safety Jury rules against inmate who was beaten in jail
Cordero Ragland’s family will not receive money from the county.
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MetroMAS director fired from previous job for alleged misconduct, lying
According to his personnel file, Ty Coleman was fired from a Texas animal shelter for inappropriate behavior, including “sexual acts occurring at the work-site.” Although suspended, he still receives his Memphis Animal Services pay of $120,000.
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Arts & Culture Fans and artists mingle at Memphis Comic Expo
Sure there are plenty of comics to buy, including a first edition of “Superman,” but the event at Renasant Convention Center is mostly about costumes, fun and a chance to meet the creators of popular characters.
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Metro Bridges chooses new leader
Sam O’Bryant will leave Literacy Mid-South to take over as president and CEO of Bridges later this year.
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Arts & CultureMemphis Monster Con brings the horror to the fans
Billy Redden, famous as Banjo Boy in “Deliverance,” is one of many horror stars coming to the Memphis Monster Con next month.
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ElectionsWhy schools are closed on Election Day
Although no MSCS schools are being used as voting sites this year, MSCS schools are still closed for students Tuesday.
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Public SafetyCyclists to ride for cleaner lanes, better motorists
The Memphis Social Bicycle Club is holding a “Critical Mass” event Sunday to bring awareness to issues regarding bicyclist safety and needed maintenance to the city’s bicycle infrastructure.
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Spirit of Memphis Thousands gather to celebrate life on Day of the Dead at Brooks Museum
The event included a parade from Overton Square to the museum, several musical performances, food vendors, informational booths and so, so many bright fanciful costumes and parade floats.
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Food News Grab a drink and roll the dice at the gaming bar in Poplar Plaza
Local gaming parlor Board to Beers plans to move to the former McAlister’s Deli in Poplar Plaza, more than tripling the available space for gamers.
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Elections Who won the state race for Memphis’ District 97?
The Tennessee Republican supermajority did not crack in Memphis on Tuesday with Rep. John Gillespie beating Democratic challenger Jesse Huseth and retaining the state House of Representatives District 97 seat.
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Elections Voters at One City Church in East Memphis opt for Kamala Harris
Voting traffic was steady Tuesday afternoon at One City Church in East Memphis. All of the voters who agreed to speak with The Daily Memphian said they cast ballots for Kamala Harris.
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Elections Voters at East Memphis polling location prefer Trump, they say
Some voters at a polling location at Second Baptist Church preferred Donald Trump, in contrast with another East Memphis church 2 miles away where voters said they favored Kamala Harris.
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Public Safety Memphis musician killed after argument, police say
Memphis police arrest suspect after argument leads to death of Memphis musician Blake Rhea, who plays bass in the band Southern Avenue.
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Food News Another Tops Bar-B-Q location catches fire
For the second time in three weeks, a Tops location catches fire. The location will remain closed until repairs are made.
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MusicSuper fan believes Tina Turner was simply the best
The admirer who traveled from Atlanta was part of the crowd on Beale Street as a brass note honoring West Tennessee native Tina Turner was unveiled. Two others are also set for the Walk of Fame: author Robert Gordon and the late pianist Berl Olswanger.
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Education CBU cuts another 20 positions in effort to keep accreditation
Christian Brothers University eliminated 12 vacant positions, plus eight part-time and full-time nonfaculty roles, and some school leaders have taken pay cuts in an effort to regain solid financial footing after being placed on probation.
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Midtown City to spend nearly $3M renovating Midtown park
City officials are redoing the tennis courts and adding a new pavilion to Glenview Park, part of a renovation package that promises an enhanced experience for visitors that’s served the neighborhood for more than 75 years.
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Spirit of Memphis Friends remember slain musician with the sly grin
Friends remember Blake Rhea for his “loud” smile and an easygoing nature that made him a favorite to all who knew him.
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Visual Arts Six Memphis short films to be shown at Italian film festival
The collaboration continues a long cultural exchange between Memphis and the small Italian town.
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Business Food Bank head departing Memphis to return to Georgia
Cathy Pope is leaving the Mid-South Food Bank to take another job in Georgia closer to her family. The organization’s board of directors is beginning a search for her replacement.
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Public Safety Two more arrested in smuggling scheme at Shelby County Jail
Two corrections officers had already been taken into custody and charged with bribery of a public servant, possession of contraband in a penal facility, possessing marijuana with the intent to distribute and official misconduct.
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Public Safety State rep, DA, others advocate for access to juvenile records in setting bail
Several local officials are backing a new state law that will allow judges and judicial commissioners access to at least some juvenile court records in setting bail.
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MetroThey can’t protect you from earthquakes, but they can prepare you
With 40 staff members, the Center for Earthquake Research and Information at the University of Memphis monitors seismic activity primarily along the New Madrid fault zone that runs 150 miles from Illinois down to West Tennessee.
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MidtownJudge resets controversial Cooper-Young recovery home hearing
Questions delay the hearing for the Midtown recovery home opposed by neighbors and allegedly in violation zoning rules.
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