Calkins: As trade deadline looms, Grizzlies need help
It’s exactly one week until the NBA trade deadline. And the Grizzlies need help!
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February 2023
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The Early Word: Al Sharpton eulogizes Tyre Nichols; FedEx announces layoffs
Car thefts in Memphis are up more than 100%, Paul Young has the most mayor money and the Grizzlies need help.
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MPD response after Nichols’ death surprised expert, but challenges remain
It took five years — five years — for New York City police officer Daniel Pantaleo to be fired after Eric Garner’s death in 2014. In Memphis, in 2023, it took 13 days for five officers to be fired for their roles in Tyre Nichols’ death.
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Table Talk: Elwood’s No. 2 used to be a Leonard’s; February lunch takes us to Catalonia
Plus, Alcenia’s B.J. Chester-Tamayo killed it during her “Good Morning America” appearance: “Betty Joyce will feed your head, your heart, and, baby, I got your stomach.”
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Inked: RKA Construction launches commercial division
This week’s Inked covers news on RKA’s new commercial branch, a notable Downtown barbershop closes and updates on the Sterick Building.
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The Early Word: Remembering Tyre Nichols; Elwood’s got a new shack
Four fired cops in Nichols’ case had previous write-ups, Jalen Duren and Kenneth Lofton Jr. are Rising Stars and we look at the impact of Lee rejecting HIV funds.
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State’s rejection of HIV prevention money is ‘significant’ loss to some Memphis groups
Gov. Bill Lee’s decision to reject federal funding for HIV prevention is a “debilitating and destabilizing move for our organization,” said OUTMemphis’ executive director.
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Second Elwood’s Shack to open on Park Avenue
A former member of the Memphis Sandwich Clique is taking the reins as general manager, too.
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January 2023
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Four of five officers fired after Tyre Nichols’ death had previous infractions
An analysis of the personnel records of the five officers included mainly procedural violations, car accidents and accidental damage of department equipment for four of the officers.
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Tyre Nichols case spotlights MPD transparency issues
The initial information released by police in the Tyre Nichols case differed significantly in some respects from what was shown on video footage released to the public last week.
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Memphis to Harvard: Langston Rogers knows what he wants
Switching sports from basketball to football is ticket to the Ivy League for cornerback from Lausanne.
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Martin: It could be a Cal vs. Penny showdown for former Tiger’s son
Billy Richmond Jr., a former Memphis Tiger, said Hardaway “thinks the world” of his son, Billy Richmond III. John Calipari also likes his son, as a complement to a five-star player.
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The Early Word: Three firefighters fired, two cops relieved of duty and students get ice day
New affordable housing comes to South Memphis, Alcenia’s owner will cook on national TV and a potential Hardaway-Calipari showdown is brewing.
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SCORPION reminiscent of Atlanta unit once led by Memphis chief
The Memphis Police Department’s SCORPION unit, which MPD announced Saturday is being disbanded, is reminiscent of a controversial defunct unit in Atlanta over which MPD Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis was once in charge.
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Grizzlies Insider: Thoughts on trades, drama and Danny Green after Sunday win
What will Danny Green look like when he takes the court on Wednesday? The Memphis Grizzlies may not even know.
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The Early Word: Protesters demand ‘Justice for Tyre'; Grizz, Tigers win for a grieving city
MPD disbands its SCORPION unit, Flinn Broadcasting is making changes and the Overton Park Shell hits the road.
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Calkins: Along with their city, the Grizzlies grieve
Yes, we made it through the weekend peacefully. But now what? The Grizzlies got a win Sunday, and that’s great. Then they shared that they’re struggling with grief and anger, just like the rest of us.
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Hernando DeSoto Bridge is a symbol of protest amid calls for reform
As public officials expressed outrage about Tyre Nichols’ death online, the protests marking the release of the videos returned to the symbol of local protest in the age of Black Lives Matter — the bridges across the Mississippi River.
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New Tennessee health commissioner avoids questions about HIV prevention
“The state has determined right now that it’s in the best interest of Tennesseans for the state to assume direct financial and managerial responsibility for these services,” Health Commissioner Ralph Alvarado told Tennessee lawmakers.
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Flinn Broadcasting makes changes to reflect new media landscape
The moves are designed to allow Flinn Broadcasting to focus more tightly on its home market of Memphis.
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Suburban home sales dip in 2022 as market stabilizes
Suburban home sales dipped in 2022, and new home sales remained low compared to the previous year.
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Penny Hardaway thankful for much more than 100th win on ‘special’ night
On a night when the Memphis’ usually outspoken leader wouldn’t say much about his accomplishment, his players spoke for him.
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What to look for in Memphis’ game against Tulsa
When Memphis takes on Tulsa on the road Sunday, it’ll mark the third time in the past four games where it’ll face a team in the bottom half of the AAC standings.
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Recipe Exchange: Porcellino’s Biscuits
You asked, and another chef was happy to share: Here’s the recipe for Porcellino’s biscuits from Andy Ticer.
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The Early Word: Five cops are indicted; Tyre Nichols is honored at vigil
City prepares for Nichols video release, David Grisanti is closing and Kendric Davis triumphs over old teammates.
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