Arts & Culture
Well versed: A Memphis wordsmith makes history with ‘little poems’
“It’s just been amazing what we’ve done with just our sheer talent, just wanting to write and be heard,” Bria Saulsberry said.
Brandon LaGrone II
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City of Memphis Rhyme and reason: City of Memphis inducts inaugural poet laureate
Attendees gathered at Downtown’s Cossitt Library to honor the three finalists for the poet laureate role.
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Downtown Storybook trail opens at Tom Lee Park
Just in time for summer break, Memphis River Parks Partnership and Literacy Mid-South officially unveiled the city’s first free public storybook trail.
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EducationTic-tac-whoa: Rhodes professor to research combinatorial game theory in Slovenia
Eric Gottlieb has been granted a Fulbright Scholar Award to teach and conduct research at the University of Primorska in Europe.
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South Memphis Splash course: Whitehaven YMCA’s public pool opens with promise of free swim lessons
The Robertson Family Aquatic Center opens with a promise of a place to cool down this summer and a mission to prevent drownings among youths.
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Public Safety Jury convicts man of manslaughter in 2022 road rage stabbing of Memphis chef
A jury found Jonathan Brush guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the 2022 road rage stabbing death of Memphis chef Jody Moyt, leaving the victim’s family outraged over the reduced charge.
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Metro New pavilions, upgrades coming to Memphis parks, safety concerns linger
The Memphis City Council Parks and Environmental Committee voted on fresh amenities, renovated swimming facilities and expanded summer programs for local parks, and discussed plans for further safety measures.
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Public Safety Final suspect in Young Dolph slaying gets 20-year sentence
Prosecutor Paul Hagerman said Cornelius Smith’s cooperation was vital to securing convictions in the “complex case.”
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Metro Navigating the new map: How to find your Congressional district
A new Tennessee Congressional map has left many Memphians wondering what district they’re in, but the Tennessee Comptroller now has resources.
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Public Safety Gang members get 50-year federal sentence for 2019 murder
Two members of a Memphis street gang have each been sentenced to 50 years in federal prison for the 2019 retaliatory killing of a fellow gang member.
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Public Safety Advocates call to halt execution of Memphis man
Community leaders and legal advocates are fighting against the scheduled execution of a 59-year-old Memphis man.
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South Memphis Protesters block entrance to xAI’s Memphis data center
Demonstrators outside xAI’s Colossus I data center in Southwest Memphis voice concerns about air pollution in the area.
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Food NewsA shrimp-ly amazing journey: 2 Crazy Fellas opening second location
The upcoming expansion marks a major milestone for a business that, according to the company’s website, began quite literally with a sack of oysters and the sudden onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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North Mississippi Disaster-assistance center for ice storm victims opens in Nesbit
DeSoto County residents who suffered damage during the winter storms of late January have a spot in Nesbit to find help with their recovery.
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North MississippiHernando Farmers Market kicks off season
The Hernando Farmers Market kicks off this Saturday, marking the start of a 27-week run with produce and locally produced crops.
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North Mississippi Building memories: Brick Convention returns to Landers Center
A Lego-themed convention this weekend in Southaven will feature various brick-built creations, special guests and interactive fun for all ages.
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North Mississippi Southaven Springfest kicks off at Snowden Grove Park
A rite of the season: Southaven is holding its Springfest this week through Saturday with rides, concessions and the aromatic draw of the annual barbecue contest.
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North MississippiDeSoto County district attorney reflects on time in office, outlines plan to speed up court cases
Desoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton says he is making strides in cutting crime, and intends to continue to serve as the county’s top prosecutor.
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North MississippiDeSoto County Dream Center expands reach with new Olive Branch campus
With expanded needs in Desoto County, Dream Center is expanding its operation to the eastern side of the county in the Olive Branch community.
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North MississippiThe verdict is in: The Docket brings legal-themed dining and unique flavors to Hernando
With the nearby courthouse and law offices circling the DeSoto County square in Hernando, The Docket seemed like a valid name for a new restaurant, even though the owners have a medical background.
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North MississippiIn with a bang: How a missed Topgolf opportunity became a Southaven pickleball hub
When a local group missed out on Topgolf coming to DeSoto County, they decided to switch to pickleball with the same recipe -- the sport to go with meeting rooms, restaurant and a trio of bars.
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North Mississippi Tanger Outlets launches sneaker-recycling program for Earth Day
A recycling drive at the Tanger Outlets in Southaven will take donated sneakers and transform them into things like soft play surfaces.
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Spirit of MemphisHouston, we have a Hernando native: Matthew Ramsey is NASA’s Artemis II mission manager
Matthew Ramsey is managing the Artemis II mission, but his roots are in DeSoto County where he played sports and learned from STEM programs at Hernando High.
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North Mississippi DeSoto County district attorney highlights plunging crime rates, stiff penalties at chamber luncheon
DeSoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton highlighted lower crime statistics in his State of the County address.
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North MississippiWhen disaster strikes, these hard-working people who get paid nothing answer the call in DeSoto County
In DeSoto County, joining the local Search and Rescue unit means logging thousands of training hours, swimming miles in open water and responding to traumatic scenes at a moment’s notice.
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