Brooks to partner with regional museums on exhibitions
Powered by a $1.65 million grant, shared exhibitions will involve Fisk University, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, Birmingham Museum of Art and the Mississippi Museum of Art.
Jody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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Spirit of Memphis 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.
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Public Safety Another death at 201 Poplar brings number to at least 55 since 2019
The latest incident began Thursday when jailers found an inmate unresponsive after experiencing a “medical emergency,” according to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office. The inmate was taken to Methodist University Hospital and died Friday afternoon.
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MusicA ‘big whale’ is coming to Memphis’ music scene. Here’s what it might mean.
A planned new performance venue from Crosstown Concourse and Live Nation has sparked both excitement and concerns from local music fans, concert bookers and venue owners.
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Metro Memphis orgs wary after freezing of federal grants debacle
President Donald Trump’s budget office rescinded a memo freezing spending on federal grants less than two days after it sparked widespread confusion. In Memphis, the change left many with whiplash but also a sense of relief.
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City of Memphis Fighting distemper outbreak, MAS to remain closed for dog intake
Memphis Animal Services officials are trying to stem distemper outbreak that has led to at least 100 euthanizations already. The shelter will likely remain closed for dog intake through the end of next week.
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City of MemphisMemphis Animal Services euthanizes nearly 100 dogs
A distemper outbreak at Memphis Animal Services has shut down the facility temporarily. Mayor Paul Young sent a letter to concerned citizens, outlining the situation and asking that people refrain from attacking the staff.
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Spirit of Memphis 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.
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Food News Memphis Jamaican Kitchen opening in Medical District
Memphis Jamaican Kitchen owners Ryan and Ebony Meeks are adding a second location in the Medical District area with dine-in service. They will also be keeping the food truck open in Downtown Memphis.
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Metro OUTMemphis prepares for new reality after federal mandates
“I think that the climate of fear is the biggest and most urgent and most immediate impact that really can’t be discounted, and it is one of the reasons we want to be so vocal so early,” said OUTMemphis’ CEO.
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MetroThere once was a man from New York ...
In addition to Steve Mulroy’s time as an elected official, there are two other things many people have learned about him over the years: He’s a huge Star Trek fan, and the man just loves limericks.
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Arts & CultureLocal champion readying for next ‘Jeopardy!’ appearance
Germantown resident Laura Faddah will be returning to California later this month to try for her eighth straight “Jeopardy!” win.
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North Memphis Wellness fair brings healthful info (and snacks) to the people
Leadership Memphis hosted the MLK Health and Wellness Day event as part of its volunteer efforts around the city tied to the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday.
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Shelby County Attorney files appeal in dismissal of case to oust Halbert
Robert Meyers, who is representing the county in the ouster petition, filed the appeal Friday, Jan. 17. The timetable for when the appeal will be heard is uncertain, but Meyers asked that the case be expedited.
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NeighborhoodsTwo warming centers to open ahead of brutal cold
The cold temperatures are expected to hit early Sunday morning with lows in the mid-20s, National Weather Service meteorologist Andy Sniezak said.
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Downtown Riverfront group names acting CEO
The Memphis River Parks Partnership is conducting a national search for someone to replace former CEO and President Carol Coletta.
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Neighborhoods Mahogany in East Memphis to close but Mud Island location to remain
“We loved the mall because it’s so quaint,” said Mahogany’s owner. “(But) we really had to drive our own traffic, and once we opened River Terrace, most of our traffic went there.”
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Music Memphis musicians, Stax family remember the legendary Sam Moore
Sam Moore, one half of the legendary duo Sam & Dave, died Friday at age 89. Memphis musicians and fellow Stax alumni eulogized Moore on Saturday.
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Neighborhoods Snow is melting, but mornings could still be treacherous
City officials credit the condition of the roads to preparation as well as cooperation from the weather. But the roads Sunday morning and even Monday may still be dangerous.
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MetroSnowfall brings opportunities for fun but also risks
Sledding down the bluff, perhaps the area’s steepest hill, was one of the ways Memphians enjoyed the snow that turned the city into a winter playground for some. For others, the weather is a serious threat.
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Business Some believe Supreme Court will uphold TikTok ban, but Memphis-area baker is optimistic
After attending Friday’s nearly three-hour Supreme Court hearing, Chloe Sexton of Chloe’s Giant Cookies feels her side will prevail.
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Neighborhoods Where to sled: Memphis-area ideas — just don’t listen to Ron Olson
Despite its moniker as the Bluff City, Memphis is flatter than the crust on a pie at Memphis Pizza Cafe. But if you know where to look, the city has a few good sledding spots.
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Food NewsTikTok ban — and local cookie entrepreneur’s case — go before Supreme Court Friday
“We are being asked to be present so that these court justices can ... put faces to creators and stop seeing this as so much of a battle about data breaches of state information,” said Chloe Sexton of Chloe’s Giant Cookies.
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MetroAnatomy of a winter closing: What goes into canceling classes
Way before the weather rolls in, Memphis-area school leaders are already considering the numerous factors that might lead them to close schools.
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MetroRecovery-home operators sue Memphis, Shelby County
The operators have been trying to open a recovery home in Cooper-Young since last summer.
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