The Early Word: 12’s No. 2 Nike shoe drops, and a ‘superhero’ is honored
Cell phone data tracked alleged Young Dolph shooter, the state’s drag ban is allowed to stand and a Memphis expat reflects on the meals he misses most.
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September 2024
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Sanford: It’s time for squabbling Democrats to put aside their differences
Bickering is nothing new for Tennessee Democrats. But party chair Lexie Carter’s removal, at the hand of the state party chair, also could not come at a worse time.
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The ‘Ultimate Tiger’ pays homage to one of the biggest Memphis fans
The late Jackson Hughey had unwavering support for the Tigers even while battling cancer for six-and-a-half years. Phil Glass, who is known as the “Ultimate Tiger,” says Hughey was the team’s true No. 1 fan.
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Arlington Community Schools names Allison Clark superintendent
The Arlington school board unanimously selected Allison Clark to take over as the district’s superintendent following the death of Jeff Mayo last month.
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Memphis ‘superhero’ awarded Carnegie Medal for saving child
Two years ago, Will Drennan died saving a child from drowning when rushing waters overtook him in Riverdale Park. Now, his son remembers his father as a superhero.
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Mayor talks Lakeland transformation at chamber luncheon
In the past dozen years, Lakeland has made strides in population, new businesses and a stronger economy, allowing for more enhancements for the city.
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The Early Word: Whata-nope for burgers and why the city wants a hotel
Much is made of a Mercedes in the Young Dolph trial, the MSCS board has new leaders and we tell you about the greatest soul song that no one knows.
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Why the City of Memphis is trying to buy a hotel
Memphis Mayor Paul Young said he felt “very compelled” to purchase Downtown’s Sheraton because of the financial risks associated with not buying it.
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Inked: Plastic surgery group moves to Baptist Hospital
Also a home-theater store opens in East Memphis, a Southeast Memphis warehouse has been bought and Amazing Lash Studio is moving to Poplar Commons Shopping Mall.
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DeSoto County sheriff’s town hall focuses on school safety after threats
“We sit right next to one of the most dangerous cities in the country, but our crime rate has remained low,” Sheriff Thomas Tuggle said, referring to Memphis at DeSoto’s northern doorstep.
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Six months on the sidelines helped Whitted regain basketball joy, identity
A bout with mono proved to be a journey of self-discovery for the Briarcrest senior.
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DeSoto County Jane Doe identified after 40 years, but questions remain
Identified after 40 years, there are questions about a woman’s body found on the side of the road in DeSoto County, including whether she could be a victim of the “Bible Belt Strangler.”
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Porter-Leath is adding 200 Head Start seats. It wants to compete for even more.
Porter-Leath is bringing Head Start preschool programming back to Millington, and it appears poised to compete for the 3,200 Head Start seats currently with MSCS this fall.
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The Early Word: Derrick Rose is out, but the Memphis Tigers are staying in
Young Dolph’s murder trial begins, the city plans to buy a Downtown hotel and we meet the woman who identified the DeSoto Jane Doe.
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‘The unsung hero’: How a DeSoto County cold case was kept alive
Lorie Ann Mealer Pennell would very likely still be a Jane Doe if it weren’t for Amber Edlin, a crime-scene technician with the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office.
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DeSoto sheriff had tip Zimmerman was in Chicago before arrest
Sheriff Thomas Tuggle’s statements Monday were his first on the case in over a month, a decision he compared to a game of chess with the media.
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Calkins: Maybe it was sensible to say ‘no’ to the Pac-12. But it sure feels bad.
Was it prudent for Memphis to say no to the Pac-12? Possibly. Was it deflating? Unquestionably.
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Collierville considers zoning for age-restricted subdivision
Neighborhoods like the one planned are attractive for those nearing or at retirement.
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A hot Memphis defense cools off at Navy
Memphis earned an impressive win over Florida State on the back of its defense on Sept. 14. It then allowed Navy quarterback Blake Horvath to compile 416 yards of total offense with six touchdowns in a 56-44 loss a week later.
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From diss tracks to gunshots: What to know before Young Dolph trial begins
Young Dolph was killed while visiting Makeda’s Homemade Butter Cookies in 2021. Now, three of the men charged in his death are set to go to trial.
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Grizzlies season outlook: Can staff changes get Memphis over the hump?
The Grizzlies invested in player development with coaching changes this offseason. But can this new group of assistants solve the problem that has held the franchise back?
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Calkins: Will Grizzlies be a casualty of gun referendum fight?
“The future of the Grizzlies might be caught up in the ongoing fight over the gun referendum. For Memphis, it’s a dangerous game to play.”
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The Early Word: Grizz caught in the gun fight? Plus, a Champion goes west
AutoZone Park could get a refresh, Mini Claw (and places like it) may save the mall and you can get a taste of Montana in Germantown.
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Teen baker finds entrepreneurial success is sweet
Alannah Williams, 17, has moved her baking business from South Korea, to Germany, to Japan and now to Memphis.
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What to Order: At The Overland, try the elk
Lean into Western fare at Thornwood’s new restaurant.
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