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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September 2024
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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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Le Bonheur team puts their heart into caring for Memphis Zoo bonobos
A hospital team arrived at the Memphis Zoo with a full-size ultrasound machine to perform and interpret EKGs for two of the great apes, an endangered species.
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Political Roundup: Friction surfaces among local Democrats
Also in this roundup: U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn writes op-ed for right-wing media outlet accused of conspiring with Russian state media and accused of making untrue statements; how Tennessee’s congressional delegation voted on the spending bill.
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New T-ball field among big projects planned for Lakeland parks
Cool Springs Park is envisioned to include a skate park, an 18-hole disc-golf course, a splash pad, a zip line and trails. The board also approved a goat yoga program at the city’s parks.
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Mini Claw snatches onto experiential retail trend
The Wolfchase Galleria store focuses on selling memorable moments. It’s a different emphasis from traditional shopping, where peddling products is primary.
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Martin: Crushing loss to Navy brought max pain for Memphis football
The University of Memphis’ loss to Navy on Saturday afternoon etched a brutal finish on one of the most promising weeks in Memphis football history.
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Jerry Lee Lewis statue goes up in DeSoto County
The “Great Balls of Fire” singer was memorialized Friday when local officials, Lewis fans and members of his family saw the statue of his likeness unveiled in a plaza bearing his name at Southaven’s Silo Square.
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Skilled-manufacturing program ‘game changer’ for local workers
“With high groceries, rent, gas, everything is expensive,” said Ashley McCray, who’s in the program. “This will be very good for me, so I’m excited about it.”
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Lakeland wants Shelby County Sheriff’s Office command center
The proposed command center would be south of Interstate 40 off Canada Road.
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Bailey: Step right up. Drop the claw. Win a small teddy bear
The claw game has moved to the shopping mall and with hopes of turning a profit as players try to grab the stuffed prizes.
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The Early Word: Nash teen made Mem threats, and guns are still on the ballot
FedEx Corp. missed Wall Street’s mark, a newspaper-inspired bar opens Downtown and you can claw your way to a good time at the mall.
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MATA’s future governance up in the air, says Paul Young
The mayor’s comments about governance come after MATA has laid off employees, is weighing route closures, and has faced weeks of headlines about its negative financial worth.
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Conaway: We haven’t done anything about guns, and the Legislature is scared we might
“Can a city stand against laws that disproportionately and negatively affect their entire population, daily threatening their safety, their livelihoods and their very lives?”
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Food Files: Cxffeeblack in Hyatt Centric, Salata looking at Memphis
Cxffeeblack is now serving its coffee at the Hyatt Centric on Beale, Salata Salad Kitchen looks at Memphis for expansion and Uncle Goyo’s reopens.
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His name is Trent Holler, but the Tigers center answers to Snack
“I thought it was pretty cool because you don’t hear that a lot. … It just stuck and I’ve been going with it,” Holler said. “All my teammates, even guys here (at Memphis) started calling me ‘Snack’ or ‘Big Snack.’ I’ll take whatever.”
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Mid-South Fair attendance is up 500% at Landers Center
The Mid-South Fair Board employs more than 350 locals to sell tickets, park cars, provide guest services, clear trash and manage the event.
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Active PILOTs created or retained 39,000 local jobs
An update to the EDGE board Wednesday suggested collective wages from companies with PILOTs is around $6 million annually.
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