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    Memphis entrepreneur, inventor framed his life in stained-glass

    Dan Oppenheimer’s children say he saw no reason in retiring because his work gave him creative expression and avenues for improving the world. 

    By Jane Roberts April 09, 2025
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    How Pavo Salon sent a stylist to Paris Fashion Week

    During one of the biggest global fashion weeks, Pavo Salon senior stylist Emily Newton traveled to Paris to style hair for designer brands. 

    By Sophia Surrett April 07, 2025
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    Brad Luckett takes over as CBHS basketball coach

    Former Brothers player and longtime assistant is eager to continue his father’s legacy — while building his own. 

    By John Varlas April 04, 2025
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    At Dogchella, it’s all about love for our four-legged friends

    Dozens gathered at Grind City Brewing on Saturday to celebrate all things canine as part of the annual Dogchella event. Local dog celebrities Sir Meatball and Milkshake lent their star power to the event.

    By Jody Callahan March 29, 2025
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    Crosstown Concourse lead architect sought to build equality, community

    For his work on that project and other large, historic restorations, LRK managing principal Tony Pellicciotti will receive the American Institute of Architects’ highest honor.

    By Jane Roberts March 25, 2025
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    ‘Match Day’ celebration brings med students closer to careers

    Of the 168 UT medical students who matched, 75 matched to residencies in Tennessee and 54 will remain at UTHSC for their residencies. 

    By Aisling Mäki March 21, 2025
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    Rappers, a grocery company and a retiree rally behind Cxffeeblack

    “Coffee brings people to the table,” Cxffeeblack founder Bartholomew Jones said.

    By Jennifer Chandler March 17, 2025
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    ‘Harder than it looks': Newcomers give curling a whirl at Mid-South Ice House

    About 30 people showed up to the Mid-South Ice House Saturday to learn the ancient sport of curling, taught by members of the Mid-South Curling Club.

    By Jody Callahan March 18, 2025
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    Memphis pastor Ricky Floyd remembered as ‘a true servant’

    Floyd’s shooting death early Wednesday, March 12, stunned those closest to him and the thousands of people in Memphis and across the country who followed the teachings of the Pursuit of God Church pastor.

    By Laura Testino March 15, 2025
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    Calkins: How an 11-year-old girl helped inspire Hardaway’s greatest season

    Penny Hardaway was named American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year Tuesday. Is that because an 11-year-old girl gave him an unexpected gift? OK, maybe not. But he did just ask her for two more.

    By Geoff Calkins March 11, 2025
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    Why ‘Skip’ is more than a nickname to Tigers baseball coach Matt Riser

    The day before the Tigers started their three-game home series against Southeastern Louisiana, baseball coach Matt Riser reflected on where his nickname originated. It dates back to his time at SLU before arriving at Memphis.

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    By Frank Bonner II March 08, 2025
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    New hip-hop record connects Memphis, St. Louis

    “This project is a reflection of that shared experience — two cities with so much talent and so much to say. ... Memphis and St. Louis are both places where success doesn’t come easy, but that’s exactly why it’s so worth it.”

    By Elle Perry March 03, 2025
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    AI Dolly Parton tells Arlington kids they don’t have school

    Snow days are gaining a cult following in Arlington, all because of the “voices” announcing school closings.

    By Michael Waddell February 24, 2025
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    ‘Love and respect’ built Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane’s TCU legacy

    Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane sat down for an exclusive interview with The Daily Memphian before TCU retired his college-jersey number.

    By Drew Hill February 19, 2025
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    JJJ makes the day of two ‘kid reporters’ at All-Star Media Day

    Jaren Jackson Jr. impressed two kid reporters from ESPN by FaceTiming Jesser, a YouTube star who makes basketball content with more than 25 million subscribers.

    By Drew Hill February 15, 2025
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    Life after death: Heart recipients meet families of people who saved their lives

    In a tearful Valentine’s Day event, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis brought together heart-transplant recipients and their donors’ families so they could hear their loved one’s heart beat again.

    By Aisling Mäki February 15, 2025
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    Shelly Rice created an enviable civic club in Frayser. Now he’s passing the mic.

    Shelly Rice invited Mike Ellis, senior pastor of Frayser’s Impact Baptist Church, to helm the weekly Thursday meetings that have become the envy of other Memphis neighborhoods who crave consistent community engagement.

    By Laura Testino February 11, 2025
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    The most wonderful time of year: Girl Scout cookie season is here

    From now until March 9, Girl Scout cookies are being sold across Memphis. For six bucks a box, you can get one of nine different options, although Thin Mints and Samoas are the most popular.

    By Jody Callahan February 08, 2025
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    Calkins: A story of friendship and basketball — and why the Memphis Tigers mean so much

    Ninety-four-year-old Thelma Scott gave up her season ticket this year. But give up on her Tigers? Not a chance. The university gave her a life she couldn’t have imagined. And it is still giving her friends.

    By Geoff Calkins February 05, 2025
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    A brotherhood grows — and flourishes — at Acre

    Being named a James Beard awards semifinalist is the culmination of three decades of working together for the duo at Acre.

    By Jennifer Chandler February 05, 2025
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    Parade, other events to mark 100th anniversary of Tom Lee’s river rescue

    Memphis River Parks Partnership officials announce plans to honor Lee, who on May 8, 1925, pulled 32 survivors of a capsized steamship to shore, making five trips and working by lantern light.

    By Jody Callahan February 01, 2025
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    FedEx St. Jude Championship creates fund benefiting local nonprofits

    The Memphis-based PGA Tour event’s Positively Memphis Community Fund will aid local organizations with grants ranging from $1,000 to $25,000.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff January 30, 2025
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    After disaster struck, Kirk Whalum stepped in for an astronaut

    Kirk Whalum was stunned to receive a call from Cheryl McNair, the widow of astronaut Ron McNair who was killed in the Challenger disaster. The favor she asked of him still affects him today.

    By Jody Callahan January 28, 2025
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    Runners, walkers and chili raise record funds for St. Jude

    The St. Jude Memphis Marathon raised $15.7 million in 2024, the highest total in its 23-year history, with a little spice and a lot of love. 

    By Wallis Rogin January 27, 2025
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    Brooks’ Lunar New Year celebrations draws almost 1K people

    Hundreds made crafts, ate and danced to celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Brooks Museum on Saturday.

    By Jody Callahan January 27, 2025

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