A number of notable Memphians have died recently, but the Spirit of Memphis remains strong with a plan for Orange Mound’s former United Equipment tower, a transformation at White Station High School and an up-and-coming NBA team.
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A Memphis native, Charles McVean is credited with conceiving and leading the charge for funding Big River Crossing, the pedestrian bridge and trails across the Mississippi River.
By Daja E. Henry
Here are the two things the Memphis Grizzlies absolutely have to do this offseason if they want to contend for an NBA title. I believe they’ll do both.
By Geoff Calkins
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Robert Fogelman was devoted to numerous civic causes, particularly providing support to the University of Memphis.
By Blake Fontenay
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Wearing an orange jacket in a nod to his history with the Tennessee Volunteers, the legendary quarterback follows his father’s footsteps receiving the AutoZone Liberty Bowl’s Distinguished Citizen Award.
By John Varlas
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Arts organizations plan housing, commercial space for Black entrepreneurs
The former United Equipment Building towers over Lamar Avenue and the surrounding community.
By Elle Perry
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Voluntarism, labor and fundraising transformed an ugly space at the heart of White Station High into a beautiful passageway and courtyard. Nearly 100 alumni, students, faculty, administrators and friends gathered Saturday, June 5, to celebrate.
By Tom Bailey
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Phil Bryant, who served millions of biscuits over the years, handed out free bacon to dogs and loved to spin a tale just for the fun of it, died on Memorial Day.
By Jennifer Biggs
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The opening show features Grammy-winning singer PJ Morton on June 5. Ten more free concerts will follow on Thursdays through Aug. 12 at the newly renovated W.C. Handy Park on Beale Street.
By Ezra Wheeler
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Four years after the removal of the monument for Confederate Army Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest, a statue of Ida B. Wells will stand in Memphis for the first time.
By Rob Moore
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