Calkins: Grizzlies don’t need a lottery miracle — they already got Ja Morant
Elliot Perry will be representing the team in the draft again, just like he did last year. But there's no anxiety this time around.
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August 2020
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Analyzing which young Tigers could compete for playing time
A glimpse at a few newcomers who might see the field for Memphis this fall.
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The Walk designed as ‘digital city,’ and to bridge the digital divide
Start Co. and developers of The Walk on Union describe Catalyst30 as a sped-up effort to achieve in 10 years what normally would take 20 years: Make Memphis a "digital city."
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McMillins’ new dinner series, Restaurant Phoenix Project, launches next week
Spencer and Kristin McMillin continue their volunteerism with their latest venture, the Restaurant Phoenix Project — and there’s a cookbook in the bag from their year at Caritas.
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Nelson: ‘Are you really the Republican or Democrat you think you are?’
Two online quizzes want to help you find out which party is truly aligned with your beliefs. One questionnaire is better than the other, but both might surprise you.
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Herrington: A bubble wrap-up as Ja Morant and the Grizzlies leave Orlando
"It’s hard to imagine a season-ending loss ultimately being so satisfying. ... The Memphis Grizzlies did everything they needed to win except lock up CJ McCollum at the end."
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NBA restart: Handing out Memphis Grizzlies bubble awards
Before the NBA hands out regular-season awards, let's give the Grizzlies some bubble accolades.
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Analysis: Special session displays growing rift among legislators
While some Republicans shied away from the notion they were targeting protesters with legislation toughening penalties for rowdiness, Democrats said the GOP-controlled Legislature put a "knee on their neck" during the 111th General Assembly second extraordinary special session.
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Calkins: For Ja Morant and the Grizzlies, this is what makes the future magnificent
The season ended with a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers Saturday. But the rookie showed the country why this will be remembered as one of the most important seasons in the history of the franchise.
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Herrington: Here’s what needs to happen for the Grizzlies to have a chance against Blazers
Memphis took Portland to overtime in their bubble opener, but Jaren Jackson Jr. isn't available this time.
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Memory of Steve Montgomery produces smile, even in the midst of tears
While thousands considered Steve a friend, it never felt like thousands when you visited with him. It was just you and Steve. He listened to you, you the homeless, you the wealthy, you the mover and shaker and you the one being moved and shaken.
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ECS seniors taking nothing for granted in their chance to defend title
Veteran offensive line, good skill players and some quality defensive returnees make the Division 2-AA state champion dangerous again.
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City Tasting Box springs from City Tasting Tours
Memphis-made goodie boxes can be shipped around the country or picked up locally.
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Calkins: Grizzlies give a feel-good season the feel-good ending it deserves
Memphis' triumph against the Bucks gave them a spot in the playoff play-in series against the Trail Blazers. It was the ending this unlikely regular season deserved.
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T.J. Carter has his eyes set on a AAC championship — and Jim Thorpe award
The cornerback is aiming high even as he works with his third defensive coordinator at Memphis.
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City prepares to sell huge property in heart of Midtown
Developers will have a rare opportunity to buy 4.5 acres with 100 yards of frontage on Union Avenue. But in seeking bids, city officials say they want the "best" use, not simply the highest dollar amount.
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The Memphis 10: Elvis Week gets ‘modified,’ ‘immersive’ (and more)
Those who are showing up for the pandemic version of Elvis Week are getting a first look at new interactive exhibits – "Elvis Movie Match Game," "Elvis Yourself" – that will become permanent fixtures at the complex across from Graceland.
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Restaurants 2021: What’s ahead for Bari
Not all restaurants are going to make it through the pandemic; today we start to look at what independent restaurateurs in Memphis think about the weeks and months ahead.
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Calkins: There’s one last thing for the Grizzlies to do at Disney
After losing to the Boston Celtics, the Grizzlies' trip to Disney appears to be nearing the end. But one more great ride remains.
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Prep notes: St. Agnes taps Motte to lead basketball program
Former St. Benedict basketball assistant coach Caitlin Motte takes over the basketball program at St. Agnes. Plus, coach Joe Rocconi’s has taken on four new assistant coaches at Collierville High for the 2020 football season.
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Herrington: Allen emerges, Melton finds his groove and Brooks keeps firing away as Grizzlies bubble play continues
Grayson Allen, sidelined in late January because of a hip injury, has scored 15 points or more off the bench in four of his past five games.
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FedEx leaders come up short on bonus targets
FedEx's top leaders didn't get bonuses for the first time in 11 years as company earnings and income lagged behind targets in fiscal 2020.
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Plans for convenience stores with fuel pop up across Memphis
The Land Use Control Board in September is to consider applications for three convenience stores with gas, plus a truck stop. And those are hardly all of the proposals floating about.
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Calvin Austin, Rodrigues Clark may be Tigers’ next breakout stars
The team's offense already has known weapons, but what will make the system more potent is finding the second layer of talent.
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County budget still fuzzy seven weeks into new fiscal year
County commissioners vote Monday on a waiver of the county's hiring and pay freeze, and nearly 100 more waivers requested by officials are waiting in the wings. Commissioners say they need a budget book with specific line items and dollar figures to know whether the waivers would put the county in the red.
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