Houston’s closing its only Memphis location
In recent years, the restaurant has made many changes to its menu and its policies, many of which were not popular with its clientele.
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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Food‘It’s a sad day': Mayors, Liars and other Memphians remember Houston’s
After more than 40 years of operation, Houston’s closed its only Memphis restaurant on Thursday. Some people trace it back to the day the restaurant took chicken tenders off the menu.
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City of MemphisWhat does it take to be the next Memphis Animal Services director?
After the firing of Memphis Animal Services Director Ty Coleman, Memphians in the local animal community have differing thoughts on what attributes the next director should have.
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City of Memphis St. Jude, MPD ask Memphis to ‘pack your patience’ for Saturday’s marathon
An estimated 22,500 runners are set to take to the streets of Downtown and Midtown on Saturday for the St. Jude Memphis Marathon.
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City of MemphisMemphis Animal Services director removed, city officials confirm
MAS Director Ty Coleman is out, city officials say, bringing an end to his tumultuous 14-month tenure as head of the city’s animal shelter.
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City of Memphis Why thousands lost power in and around the I-240 loop
Memphis Light, Gas and Water has released more information on what may have led to about 21,000 customers losing power on Monday evening.
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MusicJeff Buckley lives on and on, including in Memphis
The myth of Jeff Buckley remains strong in the city where he died, as plans to turn his former home into an Airbnb have stirred strong feelings.
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MidtownSmall cemetery on Central has rich history
Many have likely driven by it hundreds of times with barely a glance, but this cemetery in the heart of Memphis has stories to tell.
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Spirit of MemphisMemphis jazz workshop teaches more than music
The Memphis Jazz Workshop instructs young cats (jazz artists) in the fundamentals of a hip musical genre that has a long, but little-known history in the home of blues and rock ‘n’ roll.
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Spirit of Memphis Volunteers feed thousands in Pinch District on Thanksgiving Day
First-time and veteran volunteers spent two days cooking and prepping enough food for more than 1,000 people during Westy’s annual mission to serve a Thanksgiving meal to Memphians in need.
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MusicMemphis Grammy winner to be honored with brass note on Beale
Robert Gordon is being honored with a brass note on Beale Street, a recognition of his work telling the rest of the world about Memphis and its culture.
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NeighborhoodsNew Annesdale owner still hosts parties, but the neighbors love him
Noise levels at Annesdale Mansion have caused problems with the neighborhood association a while. But new owner Bill Townsend hasn’t stopped the fun.
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City of MemphisTownsend has plans for the Luciann, the Lowenstein and the Masonic Temple — all of which he owns
Preservationist Bill Townsend provides updates for the Luciann Theatre, the Lowenstein Mansion, the Pillow-McIntyre House and the former Masonic Temple.
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Spirit of Memphis Holiday spirit (and candy) brings community together in Whitehaven
Onlookers at the Memphis Christmas Parade on Saturday talked about how the parade was a nice chance to show off their community spirit, an event to shine a positive light on the vast South Memphis area.
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Public Safety Hickory Hill to get 26 new surveillance cameras
“Anything that we can do to deter crime is the issue,” said Miska Clay Bibbs, the Shelby County commissioner who represents District 11, which includes Hickory Hill.
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Shelby CountyJudge rules on Wanda Halbert’s removal
This has been the second attempt to remove the Shelby County clerk.
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MidtownJudge resets controversial Cooper-Young recovery home hearing
Questions delay the hearing for the Midtown recovery home opposed by neighbors and allegedly in violation zoning rules.
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MetroThey can’t protect you from earthquakes, but they can prepare you
With 40 staff members, the Center for Earthquake Research and Information at the University of Memphis monitors seismic activity primarily along the New Madrid fault zone that runs 150 miles from Illinois down to West Tennessee.
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Public Safety State rep, DA, others advocate for access to juvenile records in setting bail
Several local officials are backing a new state law that will allow judges and judicial commissioners access to at least some juvenile court records in setting bail.
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Public Safety Two more arrested in smuggling scheme at Shelby County Jail
Two corrections officers had already been taken into custody and charged with bribery of a public servant, possession of contraband in a penal facility, possessing marijuana with the intent to distribute and official misconduct.
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Business Food Bank head departing Memphis to return to Georgia
Cathy Pope is leaving the Mid-South Food Bank to take another job in Georgia closer to her family. The organization’s board of directors is beginning a search for her replacement.
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Visual Arts Six Memphis short films to be shown at Italian film festival
The collaboration continues a long cultural exchange between Memphis and the small Italian town.
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Spirit of Memphis Friends remember slain musician with the sly grin
Friends remember Blake Rhea for his “loud” smile and an easygoing nature that made him a favorite to all who knew him.
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Midtown City to spend nearly $3M renovating Midtown park
City officials are redoing the tennis courts and adding a new pavilion to Glenview Park, part of a renovation package that promises an enhanced experience for visitors that’s served the neighborhood for more than 75 years.
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Education CBU cuts another 20 positions in effort to keep accreditation
Christian Brothers University eliminated 12 vacant positions, plus eight part-time and full-time nonfaculty roles, and some school leaders have taken pay cuts in an effort to regain solid financial footing after being placed on probation.
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