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October 2025
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Calkins: What happened when Calipari returned to Memphis? The only thing that could have happened, of course.
When John Calipari and Penny Hardaway walked to center court at a little after 8 p.m. Monday night, the Memphis fans rose and unleashed an ovation for them both.
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Collierville bus lot moves to final review despite pushback
Collierville leaders moved the rezoning to a final review. While Monday’s decision was not final, many residents expressed their opposition.
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The Early Word: Coach Cal gets his roses; Billy Bass has sung his last song
All nine MSCS seats are back on the 2026 ballot (again), and Halbert’s ouster attempt is back on, too.
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Eye of the tiger: ACS looks to unify schools with new logo, mascot
In an effort for uniformity across the district, Arlington Community Schools has adopted the tiger as the mascot for all schools in the system and unveiled a new logo.
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What to watch in Memphis’ Hoops for St. Jude Tip Off Classic matchup against Arkansas
Former Tigers coach John Calipari’s return to Memphis should shed some light on just how good Penny Hardaway’s Tigers will be this season.
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Federal grand jury indicts former youth pastor on 3 felony counts after controversial state sentence
An unsealed federal indictment outlines the charges against Lindsey Whiteside, a former youth pastor, who pleaded guilty in DeSoto County Circuit Court to sexual battery of a minor and received a widely criticized house arrest sentence.
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To boo or not to boo? What does Ryan Silverfield think about Tigers fans’ boos against USF?
The Tigers’ game against USF last Saturday was paused multiple times for injured South Florida players, eventually causing Memphis fans to boo.
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Finding the way: Memphians head to Spain to hike hundreds of miles
Hiking Spain’s Camino de Santiago pays meaningful dividends for Mid-Southerners who trek to Santiago de Compostela, and the cathedral where the apostle Saint James is buried.
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Memphis proved it is still an American title contender with win over USF
A meeting with South Florida was must-win for Memphis, which played like it down the stretch to upset the then-No. 18 Bulls. Now, every other game moving forward is must-win for the No. 25 Tigers, too.
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Beyond the bench: 21st Circuit Intervention Court champions recovery and responsibility
An Intervention Court in Mississippi provides an alternative to defendants handcuffed by addiction, giving them hope of an improving life.
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Coach Cal Countdown: It’s the most painful loss in Memphis history. And it hurts for a whole new reason today.
This is the final installment in a series remembering games that defined the John Calipari coaching era of Memphis Tigers basketball. Today: The 2008 NCAA title game was a painful loss. The passage of time — and changes in college basketball — make it worse.
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The Early Word: Task force hurts some restaurants and stops sharing ICE stats
Expired tag renewals jump, the Tigers football team is still a contender and we try to determine if the Orpheum is really haunted.
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Herrington: Three games in, Cedric Coward is already trying our patience
Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward’s weekend breakout game echoes some lofty company. Plus, four other things Chris Herrington liked from the Grizzlies last week.
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Shoemaker: Gibson’s Donuts. Ching’s Hot Wings. There’s more to Calipari than basketball.
Longtime Memphians know a different side of John Calipari that some don’t.
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Immigration arrest numbers no longer part of Memphis Safe Task Force data releases
As recently as last week, ICE arrests made up nearly 19% of total Memphis Safe Task Force arrests. Where that stands now is unclear because the data is no longer being released.
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What to order: Johnnie Mae’s honey gold wings
Johnnie Mae’s Soul Cafe is hard to miss with its large windows and brightly lit dining room, and the wings are a must-have.
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Guard’s impact hits some restaurants hard — and some not at all
“We’ve been deeply affected in a very negative way by everything that’s happening,” said the general manager of a local restaurant who is encouraging Memphians to support other small businesses. “The sales have dropped like 60% or 70% in the last 15 days.”
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Local shop remodels to support more women, one bra at a time
A Fitting Place is a staple for many women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, as they struggle to find customized post-mastectomy bras.
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Ask the Memphian: Does a ghost named Mary really haunt the Orpheum?
Throughout the years, plenty of people have claimed to see a ghostly little girl roaming the historic theater. She even has a reserved seat. But is there a story behind the hauntings?
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Back-from-injury Lewis rallies Memphis against ranked USF
Brendon Lewis overcame an injured ankle to throw for a career-high 307 passing yards.
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With new owner, Collierville’s Cafe Piazza celebrates 20 years
Cafe Piazza has been open 20 years just south of Collierville’s Square. But the town’s downtown restaurant's new owner wants it to remain a place where people celebrate moments and traditions.
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Expired-tag renewals jump since Task Force’s arrival
“I saw lines that I’ve never seen in the 7 years that I’ve been here,” the Shelby County clerk said.
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Coach Cal Countdown: The dunk that helped the Tigers defeat UCLA
This is the eighth installment in a nine-story series remembering games that defined the John Calipari coaching era of Memphis Tigers basketball. Today: A glorious slam from Chris Douglas-Douglas over Kevin Love lifted the Tigers into the title game.
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Cedric Coward was ‘thrown in the fire.’ But he’s not getting burnt.
Cedric Coward had Grizzlies fans dreaming about his future with a 27-point performance in a win over Indiana on Saturday.
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