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As we approach the anniversary of D-Day, which was June 6, 1944, it’s appropriate to honor World War II heroes like Jim Young, who discussed his experiences during a Memorial Day program in Arlington. -
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Calkins: My highly controversial plan for the Grizzlies’ offseason
Here are the two things the Memphis Grizzlies absolutely have to do this offseason if they want to contend for an NBA title. I believe they’ll do both.
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‘Get Loud!’ concerts to help kick-start return of live music
The opening show features Grammy-winning singer PJ Morton on June 5. Ten more free concerts will follow on Thursdays through Aug. 12 at the newly renovated W.C. Handy Park on Beale Street.
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Real estate executive and philanthropist Robert Fogelman dies
Robert Fogelman was devoted to numerous civic causes, particularly providing support to the University of Memphis.
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Restaurateur, dog lover, storyteller and beloved brother Phil Bryant has died
Phil Bryant, who served millions of biscuits over the years, handed out free bacon to dogs and loved to spin a tale just for the fun of it, died on Memorial Day.
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Grizzlies game’s a party for fans excited about home playoff
Although capacity was limited to 12,185, Grizzlies fans made their voices heard in pregame and carried that enthusiasm into FedExForum, where the halftime performance featured local rap star Young Dolph.
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Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
This week’s photos are heart-stirring — from the moving images of the ‘sea of blue’ honoring officer Scotty Triplett to the faces of young athletes pouring everything they’ve got into the Spring Fling games.
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Orange Mound’s United Equipment landmark bought for mixed-use development
The former United Equipment Building towers over Lamar Avenue and the surrounding community.
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Ida B. Wells monument and plaza will stand at Beale and Fourth
Four years after the removal of the monument for Confederate Army Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest, a statue of Ida B. Wells will stand in Memphis for the first time.
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Pandemic got you in historical fiction mood? Elmwood has contest for you
First-place winner gets $750; essay will be adapted for a character in the Soul of the City cemetery tour in October.
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Mickelson qualifies for WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational
The golfer known as Lefty became the oldest to win a major when he took the PGA Championship.
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Pandemic’s been a time of growth for Youth Villages
Instead of contracting services and jobs during the pandemic, Youth Villages has been adding positions and has a job fair set for Tuesday, May 25. “A lot of organizations stopped taking kids” once the pandemic hit,” CEO Patrick Lawler said. “We did not. We kept our doors open.”
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Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
It’s been quite a week for Memphis Grizzlies fans as well as lovers of art and, of course, barbecue.
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Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
It’s been a big week on the Mississippi River, but The Daily Memphian photographers also managed to snap at other spots around town.
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Hard labor, donations transforming White Station High’s tough courtyard
Against all odds, a $550,000 fundraising and work project to turn White Station High’s hardpan courtyard into an oasis is nearing the finish line. But a little work and fundraising are still to be completed.
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Calkins: Mom who gave birth while in a COVID coma celebrates Mother’s Day at home
When Susie Espinosa went to the emergency room last May, she prayed she’d be home to her three children soon. Instead, she spent eight weeks in a coma. Her recovery — supported by an ICU nurse who’s also a mom — is a testament to the power of perseverance and love.
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Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
Our favorite images feature the outdoors, except for a picture of barbecue but hey, it’s barbecue and this is Memphis so we roll with it.
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Calkins: Arnold Perl helped build a better Memphis
People rolled their eyes when Arnold Perl said FedExForum would be built on time and on budget. And he was right. Perl died this week at the age of 81. He leaves behind a better and more optimistic city.
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Longtime civic champion Arnold Perl dies
Arnold Perl, the former chairman of the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority and the New Memphis Arena Public Building Authority, passed away this week after a lifetime of community service.
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32 years later, mom finishes degree — with daughter — in a pandemic
Thirty-two years ago after quitting nursing school in her final semester, Penny Williams earned her RN degree in one of the first in-person commencement exercises in Memphis in more than a year.
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Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
This week’s best images include a couple of houses, two businesses that accommodate folks who are spending more time at home, and some home-town sports teams.
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Juneteenth moving to park where Forrest statue once stood
The annual Juneteenth celebration is moving from Robert R. Church Park to Health Sciences Park, held on the grounds where Nathan Bedford Forrest’s statue once stood.
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St. Jude plans $11.5B investment, 1,400 new jobs
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is launching its largest strategic investment in its nearly six decades in Memphis.
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CHF House takes in first long-term family in need
The Watts became a St. Jude family in 2018 when their daughter, now 4 years old, was diagnosed with brain cancer.
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Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
Little steps make a difference, whether it’s ridding the world of pesky insects or spreading kindness one doughnut at a time. Check out these pictures of optimistic activism.
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