Four more Delta cases confirmed as unvaccinated remain vulnerable
In low-vaccination ZIP codes or counties, the Delta variant is expected to produce substantial local outbreaks.
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June 2021
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Memphis Grizzlies: A combine and (non) lottery look ahead
Barring a trade, the Grizzlies will be entrenched at No. 17, but here are some other things to consider.
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Penalty for drag racing increases next month as MPD cracks down
Even Anthony Smith, who was a drag racer in the ‘Street Outlaws: Memphis’ TV series, says there’s a problem. ‘These kids now are out here ... cutting doughnuts and shooting guns in the air, and that ain’t the drag racing we do.’
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Calkins: It may be too late for Memphis, but the NCAA is getting what it deserves
The University of Memphis may yet get whacked in the case before the NCAA. But if and when that happens, you can take solace in knowing there is no American institution with less credibility than the NCAA.
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The Great Resignation: Workers leave old jobs for new priorities
As America comes out of the pandemic, workers are embracing the opportunity for career change while employers large and small scramble to adjust to a new paradigm.
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How precautions and protocols have changed during the pandemic
Messaging about COVID-19 precautions still isn’t keeping pace with evolving information about the virus, including that it readily spreads via smaller airborne particles.
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Property owner sues after Germantown rejects rezoning request
David Skinner sues Germantown and its Planning Commission after they denied a request to rezone his property.
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Did COVID-19 kill business travel?
Business travel hasn’t resumed its pre-pandemic pace, even with vaccination rates rising and COVID-19 restrictions being lifted. Some are questioning if it ever will.
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Memphis youth coach has rooting interest (times 4) in College World Series
Terry Rooker helped launch the careers of four players from his Germantown Giants team.
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A Father’s Day tale: Sports brings son closer to fading father
For Chris Luther, an NFL draft and NBA play-in game were more than just that in his father’s final days.
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Court documents detail kickbacks, fraud in Methodist, West Cancer case
West says it provided no services for the $16 million contract and provides records that show how much its physicians’ salary pool increased during the “partnership.”
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Evergreen bungalow renovation runs afoul of Landmarks
A real estate investment firm ran afoul of the Memphis Landmarks staff and created a stir in the Evergreen Historic District and among preservationists.
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Memphis 901 FC excited to return to friendly confines of AutoZone Park
The club’s first no-restrictions home game since March 2020 offers a chance to get back on track quickly after a frustrating loss in Louisville.
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Touring 100 N. Main: Shattered glass, shell casings, law books and spectacular views
The Downtown Memphis Commission anticipates issuing in about two weeks a request for proposals to potential developers of the 100 North Main Building and the entire block it towers above.
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General Assembly committee leadership short on diversity
Since Bill Haslam was elected governor in 2010, Republicans have held control of Tennessee’s state government, with the party controlling the trifecta of the House, Senate and governor’s office. No Black politician has chaired a full, standing committee since then.
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Education commissioner skipping Shelby on 50-district summer tour
Tennessee Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn won’t be making a Shelby County stop during a 50-district summer tour, but a spokesman said the omission isn’t personal or political.
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BLP Studios aims to answer ‘a $10 billion question’
BLP Film Studios founder Jason A. Farmer hopes to fulfill a longtime Memphis dream with an ambitious Whitehaven film lot.
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Chlorine tablet shortage can sting if you don’t have a pool contract
Several pool companies have trichlor on hand and are taking care of regular customers. If you can find it, beware of sticker shock, they say. But some stores offer less-expensive alternatives.
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Redbirds catcher Tyler ‘Heindini’ Heineman’s magic goes viral
The journeyman taught himself how to perform magic and uses his skills to loosen things up if it’s a tense clubhouse.
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‘Meet the Dixons’ opens at the museum bearing their name
On view through Sept. 26, an exhibit introduces visitors to the couple whose home and 17 acres of gardens became the Dixon Gallery & Gardens 45 years ago.
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Inside James Quinnelly’s decision to commit to Memphis
The Alabama standout was sold after a red-carpet official visit plus the Tigers’ winning pedigree.
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What a possible College Football Playoff expansion means for Memphis
The playoff field could expand to 12 teams, which will affect Group of Five teams and conferences.
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Calkins: My genius, foolproof (and highly cynical) plan for hiring Larry Brown
Penny Hardaway is reportedly targeting Larry Brown for an assistant coaching job with the Memphis Tigers. Here’s how to do that without making things worse with the NCAA.
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Prep notes: Magnifico wants to change culture, build next generation in new spot
Former Memphis Tigers standout wants to make football fun again at St. Benedict.
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City and county budget paths get more interesting as fiscal year nears
The path of the two budget seasons and the use of federal funds to close financial gaps — plus other topics — are the focus of a reporters roundtable on “Behind The Headlines.”
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