Local museums, library organization brace for federal funding cuts
Appeal letters to Memphis Library Foundation supporters have already gone out as a new executive order would eliminate the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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April 2025
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Civil Rights Museum opens its ‘most ambitious’ exhibition yet
“Without Bayard Rustin, there is no ‘I Have a Dream’ at the Lincoln Memorial on Aug. 28, 1963.”
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Hardaway’s NBA connection aids recruiting
With transfer portal recruits visiting, the fact Penny Hardaway is still admired by today’s NBA stars can only help the Tigers coach.
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‘Some Like It Hot,’ ‘Saint Joan’ among April theater openings
A Broadway version of classic Marilyn Monroe film — with plenty of tap-dancing — is one of several shows opening in Memphis theaters in April.
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Grizzlies Insider: Memphis can’t hide from magnitude of Warriors game
The Memphis Grizzlies have a standings board that hangs outside the exit of the locker room. It’s a reminder of how important Tuesday’s game has become.
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How MSCS’ interim leader wants to change the district
After an audit highlighted issues with Memphis-Shelby County Schools, interim Superintendent Roderick Richmond has plans to transform the district, starting with reorganization. Board members are set to take up his interim contract Wednesday, April 2.
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Running back’s comeback: Sutton Smith is close to return to field after injury
Tigers running back Sutton Smith was expected to have a breakout season last year, but he suffered a season-ending injury in the first quarter of the season opener. Now, he has all eyes on the future.
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The Early Word: Richmond plans to revamp MSCS, and a Guru goes to jail
County takes public comment over xAI’s permit, rural DeSoto residents finally have good internet and the Grizzlies keep losing.
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Wells Cemetery will be protected no matter what develops around it
The overgrown cemetery sits in a field down a winding, narrow road off Arlington Trail.
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Memphis Police Department withdraws from accreditation agency
MPD is no longer certified by the multinational organization that ensures its affiliate agencies meet standards on hiring practices, patrol strategies and more.
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March 2025
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Grizzlies’ latest loss sets up ‘huge’ game against Golden State
The Grizzlies were competitive but couldn’t keep up with Boston’s shooting in the second half. Memphis has now lost 11 straight games to opponents with a winning record.
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Collierville ace Ari Bethea pitches one-hitter in win over Bartlett
The Collierville senior strikes out 11 as the Dragons improve to 19-1.
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Martin: In this Final Four, there’s a message for Memphis
Memphis won’t get the chance to get closure in San Antonio for the 2008 title game. That doesn’t mean that there still isn’t something for Penny Hardaway and Memphis to take from the last four teams remaining.
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The waiting game: What goes into opening a restaurant
Several high-profile restaurant projects have taken much longer to open than originally expected. And while perfecting recipes, hiring staff and fine-tuning the concept are key ingredients, there is often another big hurdle.
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The Early Word: Three firings and a Shelby Farms buffalo origin story
The city spends big on contracts, the Showboats are off to a slow start and we look at why it takes so long to open a restaurant.
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Food Files: JoJo’s Espresso grows, and a 7 Brew is coming, too
Moving just a few doors down from its original location, JoJo’s Espresso's has expanded in Germantown, adding more seating and a few new menu items.
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What to make of measles: The situation in Shelby County
Tennessee’s herd immunity is high, but most physicians practicing now have never treated a case of measles. And adults, especially those between 40 and 68 years of age, might want another dose of the vaccine.
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Showboats have slow start to 2025 season on field and in stands
Memphis drops season opener 26-12 to Michigan Panthers.
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What to Order: Napa Cafe’s stout-braised short ribs
Napa Cafe’s double-stout-braised short ribs is owner Glenda Hastings’ homage to Memphis barbecue.
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Redbirds Recap: Offensive explosion carries Memphis to first win
Bryan Torres led the attack going 4-for-5 with the home run, two runs scored and two RBIs. Jose Barrero went 3-for-5 with a solo home run.
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Redbirds recap: Birds fall to Bats, 4-1
Louisville takes the second game of the three-game series with Memphis. The Redbirds will be looking for their first win of the season when they play the Bats at 12:05 p.m. Sunday in Louisville.
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Calkins: It was an ‘insane’ two days for the Grizzlies. Can it lead to better things?
After an “insane” 48 hours, the Grizzlies lost to the Lakers, 134-127. So how can interim coach Tuomas Iisalo make it better? By doing one important thing.
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Couple puts the mom-and-pop into Lego shop
Several years ago, Talana Patterson kept seeing her husband and son’s receipts from a store called Bricks & Minifigs; once she visited herself, the family made an even bigger purchase.
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Herrington: Sorting through the aftermath of Taylor Jenkins’ dismissal
We are only hours away from getting answers to how the players will respond and just how different Interim Coach Tuomas Iisalo’s lineups, rotations and game strategies will or even can be.
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The epilogue: Tragedy, trials, tribulations followed Memphis State’s magical 1984-85 run
Defined largely by triumph, but tainted too, the 1984-85 Memphis State Tigers basketball team was perfectly imperfect, a fun bunch that had faults but also had a blast.
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