Charter school opens new campus in former Parkway Village Kroger
The Kroger closed years ago, a moment that school founder Lakenna Booker remembers as a major blow to the neighborhood.
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South MemphisBus shelter art of jookin’ dancers ‘like the Rocky statue for Memphis’
Muralist Brandon Marshall said he designed the Hickory Hill images to inspire drivers and bus riders with uplifting pictures of “a strong cultural asset for the city.”
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Spirit of Memphis Parents’ resource center ‘a beacon of hope’ for Hyde Park
The Memphis Lift, a nonprofit that helps families navigate the education system, has a new building that’s a source of pride for its North Memphis neighborhood. Mayor Paul Young said work done there helps make the city safer.
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South MemphisPine Hill clubhouse named for Black golf pioneers
Cleophus Hudson, who learned the game while working as a caddie at Memphis Country Club, helped integrate Pine Hill. His son Charles founded the Mid-South Junior Golf Association.
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City of Memphis Wolf River Greenway fully funded thanks to federal grant
The funding will allow the Greenway to complete a bridge and underpass in North Memphis.
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Arts & Culture Latest MoSH exhibit is a blast — to space
Former NASA controller and longtime Memphian Bill Weppner, who worked on the Apollo missions, spoke at the exhibit launch party on Thursday.
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Sports Memphis 901 FC puts on a show with 5-1 win on Pride Night
Memphis 901 FC clobbered Phoenix Rising FC 5-1, tying for the highest-scoring game in franchise history. The win moves Memphis into third place in the USL Championship Western Conference.
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EducationDespite possible shift of laid-off employees, MSCS’ teacher shortage continues
During a recent hiring fair, MSCS offered jobs to about 100 people, but only 15 candidates were given teaching positions.
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SportsBaker, Walker, other Redbirds stars look to St. Louis — but want to win in Memphis, too
The Redbirds are led by one of the best pitching staffs in Triple-A and slugging first baseman Luken Baker, the franchise’s all-time home run leader. The team is hosting the biggest fireworks show in AutoZone Park history after Wednesday’s game.
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Memphis Grizzlies Zach Edey, Jaylen Wells to sign autographs at Redbirds game
After Wednesday’s game, the Redbirds will roll out the biggest fireworks show in AutoZone Park history.
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Memphis GrizzliesMemphis Grizzlies drafting by the numbers
Memphis drafted the majority of its projected 2024-25 roster. This draft class will likely see its first action in a Grizzlies uniform this week as the NBA Summer League tips off Monday in Salt Lake City.
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Education LeMoyne-Owen names new president
LeMoyne-Owen is expecting an approximately 30% enrollment increase this fall.
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Education MSCS head Marie Feagins celebrates first 100 days
New Memphis-Shelby County Schools Superintendent Marie Feagins said her first 100 days went “exactly the way that I had hoped.”
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Visual Arts Memphis muralist helping artists display their ‘artifacts’
Jamond Bullock, known for his many murals around the city, recently hosted a soft opening for a new art gallery in Whitehaven.
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EducationMeet the MSCS senior leadership team
Superintendent Marie Feagins’ group is significantly different from the cabinets of previous Memphis-Shelby County Schools administrations.
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Music What’s next for Aretha Franklin’s birthplace after it was sold on courthouse steps
Local preservationist Anasa Troutman purchased the house in a foreclosure sale.
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Metro More than 130 people become US citizens in Memphis ceremony
Those new citizens came from more than 40 different countries. The ceremony was held at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Thursday.
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Metro Global tech outage affects Memphis businesses, leaves travelers stranded
The worldwide internet outage foiled operations for banks, media companies and emergency services. Canceled flights left passengers at Memphis International Airport missing vacations, weddings and funerals.
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High School SportsFormer Briarcrest stars host free football camp
About 280 kids showed up to the event hosted by former Briarcrest teammates Omari Thomas, Jabari Small, Rodney Newsom Jr. and Reggie Neely.
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City of Memphis Man falls to death at Central Library during fundraiser
The Central Library will be closed until Monday, July 29.
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Performing Arts Tour, tribute artist will celebrate Elvis’ 1954 Overton Park Shell show
The tour will be Saturday, July 27, ending with a live performance at Overton Park Shell by Elvis Presley tribute artist Finley Watkins. “This is where, arguably, rock ’n‘ roll hit the world stage.”
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Visual Arts Memphis Botanic Garden art auction has people buying blind
Buyers don’t find out who created their piece until after they purchase it. The Botanic Garden will host a party Sunday, July 28, at the conclusion of the auction.
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Education Grizzlies Prep looks to open all-girls charter school
The MSCS charter office has recommended the board approve the charter for Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory STEAM School for Girls. If approved, it would be one of just three all-girls charter schools in the state.
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State Government Tennessee tax-free weekend continues through Sunday
Shoppers can purchase qualifying clothing, school supplies and computers tax free in Tennessee stores through Sunday, July 28.
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City of Memphis Redesigned Links at Audubon set to reopen this week
For those wanting to play, the city noted that all rounds must be booked online and pre-paid through August.
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