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Sound Bites: Memphis in May returns to Liberty Park

By , Daily Memphian Updated: May 06, 2025 11:01 AM CT | Published: May 03, 2025 4:00 AM CT

Hosting a major barbecue competition is no easy feat, but the small team at Memphis in May International Festival pull it off year after year.

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