Conaway: A 901 birth, a 901 death, a 901 legacy
We were very proud of the baby that came out of that room, out of a whole lot of rooms and minds and hearts, a whole city’s baby.
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September 2023
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The Early Word: Memphis has big 901 Day plans; officials host private public safety summit
U of M announces $5 million worth of campus security measures, Pervis Payne may be eligible for parole and we have your guide to a busy holiday weekend.
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August 2023
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Grizzlies Insider: Memphis caught an important scheduling break
The Grizzlies will play their first 25 games without Ja Morant, but staying afloat is certainly achievable.
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Preseason roster movement: Grizzlies sign GG Jackson II, Shaquille Harrison
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Southwind’s Kelvin Perkins is handling the pressure — and opposing defenses
The Jaguars are off to a flying start in Class 5A behind their talented sophomore quarterback.
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Martin: It’s time for Memphis basketball to cut ties with Mikey Williams
“If Williams doesn’t care ‘at all’ about his image, even as his own freedom is in jeopardy, do we really think he’s going to care about doing what’s best for a Tiger team that aspires to make a championship run next season?”
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For Houston girls soccer, depth breeds competition — and success
The two-time state runner-up Houston Mustangs are off to another terrific start in 2023.
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A ‘Toast:’ Breakfast restaurant hopes to be part of North Memphis revival
“We’re really trying to better the community, one person and one house at a time. Right now, if we want to go somewhere to eat, we probably have to go all the way to Midtown or Downtown.”
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‘A legacy thing’: Joe Cooper to follow in stepfather’s footsteps at Memphis
Joe Cooper, the stepson of former Memphis forward Rodney Newsom, has walked on with the Tigers.
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The Early Word: Judge may stop the Brooks; Toast could raise Jackson Ave.
MIM will honor France (again), Joe Cooper is living his dream with the Tigers and DOJ meeting attendees say MPD has a culture problem.
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Tigers Talk: Bonner II and Martin on Memphis expectations this season
For the first Memphis football Tigers Talk, Frank Bonner II and John Martin discuss the ceiling and floor of this year’s team while sharing who they believe will be the biggest playmaker this season.
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Tigers Football Insider: Defensive Coordinator expects defense to be gritty
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Table Talk: Sandwiches, Sichuan and more
Germantown Parkway and Cordova Road, just across from the Cordova International Farmers Market and its adjacent growing food truck scene might suddenly be a “most interesting food intersection in Memphis” contender — and perhaps most unlikely.
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Germantown releases detailed timeline of water-crisis investigation
The city released additional records Tuesday that highlight how and when the city learned about the different parts of the water crisis.
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The Early Word: No gun-reform bills passed; Downtown gets bagel bees-ness
TBI looks into 201 Poplar death, CrimeStoppers offers $10K for tips on 12 homicides and two of the country’s largest ballet companies call Memphis home.
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Inked: New truck parking facility planned; Spaces moving into 107 S. Main
Riggy’s hopes to provide greater truck parking and storage solutions to the logistics industry, including its facility planned for South Memphis at 5178 Citation Drive at East Holmes Road.
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Buckley: Tigers are trying on conference realignment. Just ask Bill Hardgrave.
University of Memphis president makes a case that the Tigers’ hunt for a new home is real.
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The Early Word: Democrats walk out; Richie Fletcher remembers Eliza
Retired judge makes $200 per hour, county police reform moves ahead and the U of M isn’t giving up on conference realignment.
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Tigers Talk: Upadhyaya, Martin on Jaykwon Walton, Memphis’ Dominican Republic trip and more
Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin weigh in on the significance of Jaykwon Walton’s addition, who’s on campus and who’s not, and Memphis’ upcoming trip to the Dominican Republic.
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Calkins: Fund the stadium? Sure! But not if it risks losing the Grizz.
Should the city move forward with funding for the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium? Of course. But only as part of a larger agreement that keeps the Grizzlies in town.
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U of M president on realignment: ‘We are a well-kept secret and we should not be’
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Occupancy rate of Memphis hotels remains above pre-pandemic levels
While local hotel occupancy rates and demand for rooms buck the national trend, the real bright spot is across the Mississippi River.
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The Early Word: Run for Liza again; Buster’s gets to the meat of the matter
Germantown’s diesel leak may have been caused by inattention, Hudspeth videos leave unanswered questions and Malcolm Dandridge is back.
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Memphis dentist recognized for inspiring health care careers
Dr. Christina Rosenthal, a native of South Memphis, continues to garner national attention for her dedication to inspiring young people from historically marginalized communities to pursue careers in health care.
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‘Chef Mo’ ready for new role as Bartlett alderwoman
Monique Williams, known as Chef Mo, has added the name of alderwoman to her resume while becoming a historical appointment in Bartlett.
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Calgary’s Mya Jones living her ‘dream’ in Memphis
On and off the pitch, Calgary’s Mya Jones is making her impact on the 17th-ranked Memphis women’s soccer team.
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10 years in, Methodist Olive Branch Hospital still shows increasing admission
Through its first decade, Methodist Olive Branch Hospital has continued to grow, living up to the need that was anticipated when it opened.
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Southaven’s ‘Operation: Close the Door’ will target traffic from Memphis
In an effort to curb crime in Southaven, Mayor Darren Musselwhite is directing the police department to increase patrols on north-south access streets into Memphis.
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