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Topic: Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium
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November 2022
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October 2022
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Memphis Brewfest is back Saturday with more than 100 beers
Memphis Brewfest is back on Saturday, serving up more than 100 beers, and there’s a VIP party in the locker room. The festival offers a DJ, games and more.
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April 2022
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New U of M president talks conference realignment, NCAA sanctions
Bill Hardgrave begins his tenure at a critical point for the Memphis athletics program. The push to join the ranks of the Power Five conferences and the Independent Accountability Resolution Process investigation (IARP) of the basketball program loom.
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U of M’s new president outlines his vision for the university
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March 2022
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Rudd talks managing crises at U of M, and Liberty Bowl’s future
On Behind The Headlines, the outgoing University of Memphis president said none of the crises were in academia. He also discussed leveraging sports to fund academic growth and said a Liberty Bowl decision is coming.
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October 2021
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Simmons Bank changes mind on name of Liberty Bowl stadium
Simmons Bank, which is acquiring the rights to rename the venue, has decided to switch out one word.
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Brewfest flows into Brunchfest, a weekend of sips and nibbles
Beer lovers raised a glass to the return of Memphis Brewfest, and the addition of Brunchfest, at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium.
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City already has hired architect to evaluate Liberty Bowl; new stadium not out of question
Mayor Jim Strickland said the architect’s conclusion will lead to “cost-efficient” considerations.
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Calkins: Call the Liberty Bowl whatever you like. Just don’t call it good enough
The Liberty Bowl has a new name, which is fine. But the old stadium needs a whole lot more than that.
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Exclusive: Liberty Bowl to become Simmons Bank Memorial Stadium with naming rights deal
The naming rights deal with Simmons Bank will help make dramatic improvements to the stadium, Mayor Jim Strickland said.
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September 2021
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Tigers start smoothly, stumble at finish as UTSA ends home winning streak
UTSA, with a top-10 defense in the nation, clamped down on Memphis in the second half.
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College football is back — and so is tailgating
Tailgating and socializing among Tigers fans like Shawn Massey can feel just as important as the game itself.
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August 2021
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Literally, The Ambush: Tigers create new student sections
Student fan engagement is part of the reason for the U of M’s new venture.
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July 2021
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U of M seeks up to $50 million Liberty Bowl upgrade
Though the school announced Wednesday it would be adding new outdoor seating options for the upcoming season, there’s a much larger vision.
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June 2021
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Memphis Tigers athletics will have 100% capacity at games this fall
The U of M is planning for full houses at football and basketball games.
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City budget, tax rate votes await further details on federal funding
The Tuesday council session includes discussion about proposed home improvement grants, an extension of the contract with the company that runs Liberty Bowl stadium for the city and a delay until June 15 on final votes that would set the city budget and property tax rate.
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May 2021
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U of M to recognize graduates at Liberty Bowl
Graduates and guests must arrive one hour before the ceremony start time. Health protocols will be in place.
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April 2021
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Opinion: When the name is wrong, the smell is no rose
‘“Liberty” works in Philadelphia, where Bud Dudley and the Liberty Bowl came from, but it has no unique meaning in Memphis.’
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February 2021
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Still the King: Hank Aaron died an American hero, and the champion of the home run
From humble beginnings to home run king, Hank Aaron, who died on Jan. 22, left a legacy. He even found time for a brief stopover in Memphis and hit a home run in a football stadium.
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December 2020
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Tennessee to face West Virginia in AutoZone Liberty Bowl
Despite a 3-7 record, the Vols will be playing in the Liberty Bowl. Can they keep up with a mid-level Big 12 squad?
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October 2020
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Memphis receivers vs. UCF’s secondary is the matchup to watch
The Knights’ secondary is loaded with playmakers, but how do they compare to the Tigers’ receivers?
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Memphis-Temple kickoff time set
Oct. 24 game at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium will be on ESPN+.
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U of M to allow single-game ticket sales for football
New social distancing protocols have increased the seating capacity of the Liberty Bowl for the season’s remaining five games.
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September 2020
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Memphis-Houston rescheduled for Dec. 5
The original game was scheduled for Sept. 18, but was postponed due to positive COVID-19 cases in the Memphis athletic department.
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TOM’s legacy will live on at Memphis Zoo
The university will sponsor a tiger named TOM IV in a partnership following the death of TOM III.
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August 2020
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Veatch: Zero positives in latest batch of 200 test results, mostly of football team
Memphis athletic director updates board of trustees with information on COVID-19 protocols and budget.
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