Collierville artist began his career at 74 years old
He did so after being encouraged by his mother’s best friend Jeannine Paul, a then-94-year-old Memphis artist.
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April 2026
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Cloud control: Where do Shelby County suburbs stand on vaping regulations?
One Shelby County suburb is putting restrictions on vaping at 21-and-up venues. How are other suburbs handling vaping and smoke shops?
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Social media and a salmon club: How Smackers made a name for itself
Smackers has leaned into a celebrity-endorsement strategy that includes Rick Ross, NeNe Leakes and Megan Thee Stallion — but that only works if the food delivers.
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Ask the Memphian: What is kratom? And is it legal in Tennessee?
Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was charged with trafficking an illegal substance in Arkansas after he was found to be in possession of more than 200 grams of kratom. But what exactly is the drug?
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Redbirds Recap: Memphis comeback falls short in extra innings
The Memphis Redbirds dropped game four of a six-game series against the Charlotte Knights Friday night in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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Redbirds Recap: Memphis drops series finale at Charlotte, split series
Redbirds remain unbeaten in series this season with split at Knights.
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Redbirds Recap: Home runs take Memphis past Charlotte
The Redbirds used batting power to snag Saturday win over the Knights.
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‘Not a surprise’ Stryker didn’t renew local office space, experts say
Even though Stryker chose not to renew an office-space lease, experts say the medical-device industry remains strong in Memphis.
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In with a bang: How a missed Topgolf opportunity became a Southaven pickleball hub
When a local group missed out on Topgolf coming to DeSoto County, they decided to switch to pickleball with the same recipe -- the sport to go with meeting rooms, restaurant and a trio of bars.
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New Bellevue pastor Ben Mandrell sees Memphis as mission, home
New Bellevue pastor Ben Mandrell steps into one of Memphis’ most influential pulpits with a focus on reaching the next generation while deepening the church’s role as a catalyst for the city.
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From a dusty road to musical gold, ‘Soul Man’ David Porter looks back
David Porter recounts his youth in South Memphis and how Stax Records became Soulsville in his upcoming memoir, “Soul Man: Life of a Songwriter,” releasing April 14.
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Herrington: As Grizzlies begin new build, should Zach Kleiman lead it?
A Memphis Grizzlies rebuild is underway. Some fans think embarking on this rebuild is premature. Some wonder if Zach Kleiman’s the right person to lead it.
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Weatherspoon kicks off campaign; sheriff candidates rev up; McGowen on xAI, and Cohen’s ‘looking good’
While discussing serious issues related to the Shelby County Jail, sheriff’s candidates talk chicken wings, and U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen visits Nashville during Congress’ break in D.C.
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Ford revs up investment in West Tennessee communities
The auto giant recently announced its Ford Good Neighbor Plan had invested $11.7 million in communities near its 3,600-acre manufacturing campus in Stanton, Tennessee.
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City Hall Cheesecake’s mission rests on sweet treats and second chances
City Hall Cheesecake owner Kim Daly used to be frustrated that ex-offenders weren’t given second chances. Then she decided she could do something about it by buying a bakery.
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Townsend says leave was his decision — but Memphis Chamber email suggests otherwise
In a message Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce officials sent to its Chairman’s Circle, the situation with President and CEO Ted Townsend was described as a “confidential personnel matter.”
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FedEx pilots reach tentative agreement with company
FedEx and more than 5,000 of its pilots reached a tentative agreement after years of debating pay levels and other benefits.
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Recipe Exchange: Sweet Grass/Next Door’s bada-- brisket nachos
Since we can no longer pop by his Cooper-Young restaurant to order some, chef Ryan Trimm shared the recipe for his over-the-top nachos.
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Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Jerry Maguire,’ ‘E.T.’ get big-screen revivals
In addition to the throwbacks, screenings this week include a set-in-Italy romantic comedy, “You, Me and Tuscany,” and the new horror movie “Faces of Death.”
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Arts Beat: Nashville-based artist plays tribute to his Memphis hometown
Elvis, Jerry Lawler and the Beale Street Flippers: Find the nooks and crannies of Memphis culture in this “Where’s Waldo”-inspired piece.
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Greater Memphis Chamber CEO placed on leave, reasons unclear
According to several high-level sources, Ted Townsend has been placed on leave by the Greater Memphis Chamber, but it is unclear why.
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How Mike Montgomery impacts the rest of the Tigers’ linebacker room
Memphis coach Charles Huff said Mike Montgomery is “probably our strongest leader presence on the team.”
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Bailey: MLGW representation and suburban voices on the utility board
Suburban representation on the MLGW board is a long-standing debate tied to a bunch of intertwined issues. But about a third of the customers who live outside of Memphis have no voting voice on that body.
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The Early Word: xAI’s water plant is on the back burner; Fred Smith is a Tiger
Two sue Youth Villages over shooting, a Hernando native is helping with the moon mission and we recommend a sandwich that looks like a shoe.
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Memphis becomes first team in professional baseball to 10 wins
The Redbirds avenged their Game 2 loss with a dominant pitching performance.
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