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Opinion: Protecting affordable housing for people with disabilities

“People with disabilities are entitled to lead fulfilled, enriched lives. But an affordable house alone cannot sustain community living when a person also needs daily support.”

By Earle Schwarz 2 hours ago
Geoff Calkins

Calkins Podcast: Hot start by Grizzlies, a sex therapist on breast cancer and SpaceXAI has jobs for you

The Grizzlies and Tigers both had surprising, big weeks. Geoff Calkins talks about it with John Martin. Calkins then talks with local sex therapist Jennifer Valli about her own breast cancer diagnosis. And author Charles Fishman shares his thoughts about SpaceXAI.

By Geoff Calkins October 27, 2026
Opinion

Opinion: Blackburn’s video was silly. The reaction was even sillier.

“Blackburn’s critics turned a campaign joke into a racial indictment — and treated their outrage as evidence.”

By John Covington October 26, 2026
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Echols: Garage Adidas and the fragrance of Jesus

“I may be on an island with this one, but I would even go so far as to say everybody has their own fragrance. If you stick around someone else’s house long enough, their scent will stay with you for a while.”

By Candace Echols October 25, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: The Task Force’s actions are moral indictment of Memphis
Letter to the Editor: We don’t need military occupation. We need poverty eradication.
Letter to the Editor: Hiring Feagins was ‘magnificient’
Letter to the Editor: ‘I’ve never experienced concierge-level service’ for trash in Memphis
Letter to the Editor: Conaway’s COVID column included too much scolding
Letter to the Editor: Elected officials should join business leaders on crime
Letter to the Editor: Council members should be ashamed over pay and benefits votes
Letter to the Editor: TDOT needs to realize that ‘neighborhoods are not static’
Letter to the Editor: City Council should wait before raising the mayor’s salary

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    Herrington: Playing true and false on Memphis Grizzlies first impressions

    Ty Jerome’s basketball philosophy, Zach Edey’s quick feet and Cameron Boozer’s quick decisions were among Week 1 Memphis Grizzlies highlights. 

    By Chris Herrington October 26, 2026
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    Opinion: ‘No map drawn for political purposes can change who we are’

    “Lines have been drawn across neighborhoods, separating people who share streets, schools, churches and hopes for their children. But we are still one Memphis. And when the election is over, we will still be neighbors.”

    By G. Scott Morris October 25, 2026
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    Opinion: Can life be reduced to a suitcase?

    “Try packing a suitcase and see what life lessons we can learn from it. Be discerning in what to put in and what to leave out.”

    By Ron Maxey October 25, 2026
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    Bailey: Touring the suburbs from no shows in Lakeland to a new team in Southaven

    A tour around the suburbs this week finds a new team in Southaven, a departure at the top of the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce and a no-show of a Lakeland mayoral candidate.

    By Clay Bailey October 23, 2026
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    Opinion: Amendment 1 will build safer communities for Tennessee families

    “When dangerous offenders are released on bond and commit more crimes, innocent Tennesseans pay the price. If Amendment 1 passes in November, judges in our community and statewide will have the authority they need to keep violent offenders in custody.”

    Related content:

    Opinion: Amendment 1 would surrender Tennessee’s 230-year right to bail

    By Kevin Vaughan October 23, 2026
  • Guest Columnists

    Opinion: Amendment 1 would surrender Tennessee’s 230-year right to bail

    “Amendment 1 would change that balance by allowing people to be detained without bail based solely on an accusation, before a jury has heard the evidence. The question before voters on Nov. 3 is whether we are willing to surrender a constitutional protection that has stood for 230 years.”

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    Opinion: Amendment 1 will build safer communities for Tennessee families

    By Raumesh Akbari October 23, 2026
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    Calkins: 50 years ago, Vietnamese immigrants arrived in Midtown. A new festival celebrates what they did — and what might be.

    It’s been 50 years since thousands of Vietnamese refugees ended up in Memphis after the Vietnam War. Sunday, the Mekong Memphis Festival aims to celebrate their journey — and spark a revitalization of the neighborhood.

    By Geoff Calkins October 23, 2026
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    Opinion: FedEx Cares and American Red Cross to raise smoke alarm awareness

    “Home fires are the nation’s most frequent disaster, impacting far more people than hurricanes, floods or tornadoes. These emergencies can devastate a family in a matter of minutes, destroying homes, cherished possessions and, in the worst cases, taking lives.”

    By William Bronson October 22, 2026
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    Calkins: The Grizzlies aim to win back the city. They got off to a sensational start.

    The Grizzlies took the wraps off not just a new season but a new era Wednesday night with a resounding 123-103 win.

    By Geoff Calkins October 22, 2026
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    Herrington: Iisalo’s vision, Jerome’s explosion and real basketball returned to FedExForum

    Ty Jerome, beginning this season as a starter for the first time in his pro career, just keeps not missing.

    By Chris Herrington October 21, 2026
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    Where will Cam Boozer rank in the history of Grizzlies rookie debuts?

    As Cam Boozer takes the FedExForum floor against the Utah Jazz tonight, Chris Herrington revisits the top 10 rookie debuts in Memphis Grizzlies history.

    By Chris Herrington October 21, 2026
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    Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar-winning Brit actresses, ‘Everything’ expands

    Oscar-winning British actresses in high-concept new films. It’s an accidental theme of sorts at the movies this week. 

    By Chris Herrington October 20, 2026
  • Guest Columnists

    Opinion: Councilman Spinosa says ‘Memphis has been given a false choice on data centers. There’s a better way.’

    “On AI, Memphis does not have to choose between protecting residents and welcoming investment. We can write tougher rules, make developers pay their way and still compete for the billions of dollars pouring into this industry.”

    By Philip Spinosa Jr. October 20, 2026
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    Herrington: As a new Memphis Grizzlies season arrives, it offers a simple promise

    “This Memphis Grizzlies season, which arrives in full form Wednesday night with an opener against Ol’ Pal Jaren Jackson Jr. and his Utah Jazz, will be a different kind of experience.”

    By Chris Herrington October 20, 2026
  • Geoff Calkins

    Calkins: Pete Pranica and Brevin Knight have thoughts on the Grizzlies season. And what’s up with the lease?

    It’s the start of another Grizzlies season! Pete Pranica and Brevin Knight have big thoughts. But what’s up with the lease, anyway? All that is on “The Geoff Calkins Podcast.” 

    By Geoff Calkins October 20, 2026
  • Guest Columnists

    Opinion: Why are we still talking about the same breast cancer disparities?

    “I love Memphis. But loving this city doesn’t mean staying quiet about where we’re failing. Women living miles from excellent cancer care can struggle to get a mammogram, afford follow-up testing or find a ride to treatment. We should be embarrassed.”

    By Leighanne Soden October 19, 2026
  • Guest Columnists

    Opinion: Grandchildren are truly one of God’s best ideas.

    “Most of us eventually discover that our personal fulfillment is not the result of material wealth or presents. Personal fulfillment is an accumulation of priceless blessings like family and friends, good health, patience, perseverance, courage, faith in oneself, and service to others.”

    By Micah Greenstein October 18, 2026
  • Guest Columnists

    Opinion: Covington on protests and ‘the politics of spectacle’

    “A public meeting belongs to the whole community. Being loud does not make you right, being angry does not make you righteous, and neither gives you the right to silence everyone else.”

    By John Covington October 18, 2026
  • Guest Columnists

    Echols: ‘Top Five Moments I Was Glad to Be a Memphian’

    “For me, a regular mom with nothing to prove, just coming up with Top Five List topics sounded like fun.”

    By Candace Echols October 19, 2026
  • Guest Columnists

    Opinion: Memphis could become a spring break destination for LGBTQ families

    “What if we made a concerted effort to welcome LGBTQ families from across the country? It’s an opportunity worth pursuing, particularly as Memphis faces challenges to some of its traditional tourism draws.”

    By Mark Jones October 17, 2026
  • Opinion

    Opinion: Financial literacy isn’t optional. Getting it right shouldn’t be either.

    Tennessee has the nation’s third-highest rate of personal bankruptcies. To address this crisis, Junior Achievement’s new ready-to-teach financial literacy course is available to every public high school in the state at no cost.

    By Leigh Mansberg October 17, 2026
  • Guest Columnists

    Opinion: Beware of paid ads on search engines

    The FBI issued an alert about cyber criminals using search engine ads to impersonate real companies that direct consumers to malicious sites that steal login credentials and/or credit card numbers.

    By Randy Hutchinson October 17, 2026
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    Bailey: Moratorium is becoming a popular word in connection with data centers

    A number of local governments are looking to moratoriums to slow the consideration of data centers until proper studies and zonings are considered.

    By Clay Bailey October 16, 2026
  • Guest Columnists

    Opinion: ‘Memphis needs more pathways to opportunity. CBU is one of them.’

    “CBU has faced real challenges in recent years. We should not minimize them, and we should not allow them to define us. Our responsibility is to make the choices necessary to ensure this university can continue serving students and Memphis for generations to come.”

    By Ronald L. Brandon October 16, 2026
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    Calkins: Her dad told her not to follow in his footsteps. Now, at 44, she’s Shelby County’s top new firefighter.

    At 44, Katie Barrett is the Shelby County Fire Department’s top recruit. Her message to anyone, especially women: “It’s never too late.”

    By Geoff Calkins October 16, 2026

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