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Family sues over inmate’s death, NIMBY-ism finds its way into Germantown’s mayoral race and a bridal shop returns to its roots.
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July 2026
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Inked: Barefoot Bride returning to its roots
Also in this edition of Inked: American Deli may be taking over a former Wendy’s restaurant in the Wolfchase area, and an HVAC company bought a Southeast Memphis building.
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Collierville tapping the brakes on e-bike use
E-bikes are rising in popularity, but Collierville leaders have concerns about their use in the town and potential accidents.
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Redbirds Recap: Memphis loses late lead to open series at Jumbo Shrimp
The Redbirds dropped Tuesday’s Game 1 of a road trip at Jacksonville.
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Utah company buys Collierville land near Mike Rose Soccer Complex
The property on the town’s western border could be developed into residential, commercial or mixed-use.
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Community health hub opens in Raleigh
County Commissioner Charlie Caswell Jr. says the ShelbyCares health hub, a partnership between UTHSC and county government, will help “break that generational curse” in North Memphis.
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FedEx founder’s family sets up office to manage fortune, donations
A little more than a year after the death of FedEx founder Frederick W. Smith, his family is becoming more strategic with their investments and philanthropy, said Richard Smith, FedEx executive, director and son of the late magnate.
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Calkins: It’s time for SpaceXAI to live up to its promise to Memphis kids
A year ago, SpaceXAI committed to give Memphis-Shelby County Schools a gift a local pastor called “game-changing.” So far, MSCS has little to show for it. It’s time for that to change.
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SpaceXAI offered major construction upgrades to Memphis schools. What happened?
Fairley High students and athletes have emerged as the early — and only — major beneficiaries of a list of construction projects Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company offered to the Memphis school system last July.
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The Early Word: Zoo will get a big gift, but MSCS is waiting on SpaceXAI’s
FedEx lays off workers, the County Commission approves juvie updates and the Orpheum adds three new shows.
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Grizzlies Mailbag: Grading the offseason, contemplating Nashville
The first of a three-part Mid-Summer Grizzlies Mailbag focuses on questions about the lingering offseason, with more discussion of salaries and draft picks.
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With latest $50M gift, Smith family goes big
“... To receive a single $50-million-dollar commitment from a single family is just unheard of. Not just in Memphis, but anywhere.”
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Calkins: Fred Smith and family ride to the rescue (with $50 million) to forge a stunning stadium deal
“Who put an end to the stadium fracas? Fred Smith and family, of course.”
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FedEx founder to help fund Liberty Stadium renovations; U of M could control stadium
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Inspired by Mark Twain, retired teacher travels the Mississippi River on a homemade raft
Charles Phillips takes a break at Mud Island Marina from the Huck Finn journey that’s been exciting, enlightening, and on occasion terrifying.
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High school football 2026: Lausanne hoping extra plays lead to extra success
The Lynx navigated a tough schedule and finished 8-4 in 2025. But a play here or there could have made that mark even better, something the team intends to do in 2026.
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For the local vegan-curious, a box
Vegetarian Jennifer Sweeney thinks consumers who eat a plant-based diet are neglected by large grocery stores. So she has a plan.
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How Memphis can help set the tone for the American early in 2026 season
Although Memphis doesn’t have a power conference opponent on its schedule, it has two nonconference games that could prove to be even more significant for the playoff race.
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Martin: Former Tiger Kendric Davis’ return visit to Memphis shows what still matters
Davis’ return to Memphis and what he said Friday afternoon was a reminder that when things go right here, there can still be a profound connection between a coach and a player — and a player to a city.
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Martin: Charles Huff talks a big game for Memphis football. It’s long overdue.
“American Conference commissioner Tim Pernetti stood at the podium for American Media Day and introduced Charles Huff. Moments later, Huff told everyone within earshot that Memphis is simply too good to be there.”
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The Early Word: Midtown’s beaver is back, and we get a peek inside Satellite
Crime keeps dropping, the Grizzlies dropped a player and a new vegan subscription box is dropping soon.
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Grant & Co. moves ahead on 300-unit Levee apartments in Cordova
Grant & Co. pulled construction permits for The Levee, an estimated $40 million development with 300 units spread across 11 buildings.
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Ask the Memphian: Will the Memphis Art Museum land major touring exhibitions?
From a fresh start to a growing gallery to more national recognition and tourists, here’s why the Memphis Art Museum staffers are so excited about the tantalizing possibilities that will come with the new space.
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Buckley: New Tigers point guard has a gift. Memphis fans should like what they’re getting.
The 5-foot-10 point guard has a big personality and passion for Memphis basketball. And what he lacks in height "I’m gonna make up for with heart.”
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Calkins: Midtown has a beaver problem. It’s not as funny as it sounds.
There is a beaver on the loose in Midtown. It’s big, it’s brown — and it’s not going to be easy to move.
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How Satellite Music Hall was designed for flexibility from stage to street
Live Nation, Crosstown Concourse and Archimania worked together on the plan for the space at 1291 Autumn Ave.
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