Guest Column: Tennessee is successful when Memphis leads
“Without question, Memphis is a great city. Now, one of the world’s richest men wants to join us. We welcome and celebrate his investment, but aren’t surprised.”
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July 2024
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Memphians satisfy need for speed at ‘Pinewood Derby for grown-ups’
Five years ago, Midsouth Derby and Ales founders asked themselves, “Why couldn’t we build our own cars as adults, race them and drink beer while doing it?”
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Songwriter Mark Edgar Stuart’s unlikely journey comes full circle
In 2013, one of Memphis’ best bassists came out with a surprising solo album, his wry humor and welcoming warmth conveyed in a pinched but homey delivery. This month, he’ll release his fifth — and perhaps best — album since then.
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Memphis Pizza Guide: Local chains and by-the-slice counters
In this installment of our Memphis Pizza Guide, we tip our caps to the chains, including a few that didn’t originate locally, while also stopping for a slice (or two) at some of the New York-style pizza counters around town.
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Memphis-style' pizza? These meaty pies have been a local staple for more than 50 years
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‘Memphis-style’ pizza? Meaty pies have been a local staple for 50 years.
Local pizza owes some of its origins to Coletta’s and the rest to three restaurants — Exlines’ Best Pizza in Town, Broadway Pizza and Fox Ridge Pizza — with a common ancestor.
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Memphis Pizza Guide: Classic pizza parlors
A survey recently said Memphis pizza wasn’t very good. But that isn’t true. Over the next few days, we’ll bring you a list of the local places we love and a lot of very good pizza.
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Memphis Pizza Guide: Restaurants with good pizza
As odd as it might be to contemplate, everyone doesn’t always want pizza. In this installment of our Memphis guide, we present those more general restaurants where you can find good pizza alongside a broader menu.
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Memphis-style' pizza? These meaty pies have been a local staple for more than 50 years
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Landfill seeks expansion in Frayser, bringing it closer to school
A Memphis demolition company has renewed plans to double the size of its construction debris landfill, but is again facing opposition from Frayser residents who are critical of the existing site.
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Bishop, South Main’s French restaurant, to close
A new restaurant is in the works for Central Station.
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Maciel’s opens third location with fourth on the way
The popular torta and taco shop is expanding its footprint to Bartlett and Highland Heights.
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Memphians pitch in to create 10-foot-tall David Bowie sculpture
“Today is the 50th anniversary of Bowie performing ‘Diamond Dogs’ at the Mid-South Coliseum,” artist Mike McCarthy said. “So, I thought why not try to unveil phase one of the sculpture today.”
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June 2024
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Authentic Sichuan restaurant brings the spice to Overton Square
With an eye toward its Midtown customers, Petals of a Peony opened its second location in the former Paulette’s building.
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Three Memphis charter schools set for abrupt closure
Charter operator Memphis Scholars received a violation from Tennessee’s Achievement School District, prompting a board vote to close three schools that serve more than 400 students in North and South Memphis.
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Elizabeth Lemmonds’ love for arts fueled her passion for the artists
Elizabeth Lemmonds died at 52 of brain cancer. She became indispensable to the city’s creative class, first as a convener and then as someone who was part of the structure that supported them.
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How much will city tax hike cost the average Memphian?
The Memphis City Council took three votes Tuesday that increased both fees and taxes but also balanced the city’s budget. What is the additional funding paying for?
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East Memphis steakhouse closes
East Memphis steakhouse Buckley’s Grill was known for its steak, tasty sides and friendly service.
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Fino’s Germantown location closes
Here’s why, as well as what’s in store for the beloved Italian deli.
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Pine Hill clubhouse named for Black golf pioneers
Cleophus Hudson, who learned the game while working as a caddie at Memphis Country Club, helped integrate Pine Hill. His son Charles founded the Mid-South Junior Golf Association.
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Queer Prom brings people together under the disco ball
Come for the drinks and the dancing, stay for the community building at the Crosstown Concourse event.
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Bus shelter art of jookin’ dancers ‘like the Rocky statue for Memphis’
Muralist Brandon Marshall said he designed the Hickory Hill images to inspire drivers and bus riders with uplifting pictures of “a strong cultural asset for the city.”
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$10 Deal: Shared plates at Andalusia to beat the heat
In heat like this, there’s nothing quite as refreshing as Mediterranean food. And few scratch the itch quite like Andalusia in East Memphis.
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The To-Do List: Puppy Pride, Dude abides and how to tropic like it’s hot
This week, Ikea celebrates Midsommar with meatballs, Dead Soldiers sing sad songs and author Tara Stringfellow releases her “Magic” book.
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As BlueOval develops, coalition asks to secure union jobs, affordable housing
The BlueOval Good Neighbors Coalition wants a legally binding community development agreement to protect West Tennessee’s historically Black communities.
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What we know about ‘P-Valley’ season 3 and the new spin-off
As audiences wait for the third season of Memphis-native Katori Hall’s TV series “P-Valley” on Starz, a documentary spin-off series will premiere in July.
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Singer Justin Timberlake charged with DWI, released from custody
Memphis-area native and Grammy Award-winning Justin Timberlake was arrested while driving on New York’s Long Island.
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