The Early Word: Daily Memphian goes to court, and Marie Feagins did, too
County Commission may shake up the school board, a Grizz coach makes a comeback and you can eat on down the road before “The Wiz.”
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July 2025
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Table Talk: Easing on down the road
More than a dozen Memphis restaurants are promoting the Broadway show “The Wiz,” and most aren’t even requiring proof of ticket purchase to participate in the edible, whimsical fun.
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Can Memphis compete for American Conference title this season?
Memphis has a combined record of 21-5 the last two seasons, but the Tigers are still searching for their first conference title since 2019.
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Redbirds recap: Memphis makes fast work of Gwinnett
In the Redbirds’ quickest game since 2006 — one hour, 52 minutes — Memphis continued a six-game homestand with a win over the Stripers.
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Martin: It’s time to call the Big East
If there’s anything the news of the last few days has shown us, it’s that the Memphis administration indeed understands just how desperate and possibly dire its situation is as members of the American.
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Two years into the 100 N. Main project, developers press pause
“It’s like I’m blinded by all the moving parts that are going on behind the scenes that get us to the next starting point,” said one of the developers as the team plans next steps.
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Buckley: Another Memphis minor-league football franchise in the wind? Don’t be shocked.
Would spring football in Memphis really last the second time around? Based on history, the apparent answer should not be surprising.
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Grizzlies bring back familiar face as assistant coach, per sources
The Memphis Grizzlies are hiring Darnell Lazare as an assistant coach, sources told The Daily Memphian. Lazare previously worked as a video coordinator with the Grizzlies during the 2018-19 season.
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Calkins: Paul Sax is about to stop teaching tennis. But that’s not all we can learn.
After 42 years of teaching tennis, Paul Sax is retiring. But he still has lessons to teach us about a well-led life.
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Conaway: It’s not this side, it’s what’s over the garden wall
“Today, more than anytime in my life, truth and trust are fleeting things, and once lost seemingly impossible to find again.”
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Why this Tigers pitcher put his Major League Baseball dream on hold
James Smith IV was selected by the New York Mets in the 14th round of the MLB Draft. The former Northpoint Christian standout chose to remain with the Tigers for another year.
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Jimmy Stokes is Horn Lake’s first Black mayor but he got his start at Kroger
Get to know the former planning commissioner who defeated his Republican opponent by fewer than 100 votes.
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What to Order: Seafood Carbonara at Char
A beloved seafood dish is the star of the menu at this restaurant on the Highland Strip near the University of Memphis.
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Prep football 2025: Challenging schedule will test Lausanne early and often
The goal is to have the Lynx ready to compete with Division 2-AA’s best in the postseason. And they have the players to do just that.
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Buckley: The Memphis Tigers have a plan at quarterback. Really, they do.
Whether Brendon Lewis is a bridge to AJ Hill or Arrington Maiden, and whether that gap is closed sooner or later, Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers have a plan at quarterback.
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Inked: Man Cave comes to East Memphis — with a speakeasy in the back
This Germantown barbershop has got new ideas for its new location. Plus, Germantown Station has been sold, and Champion Hills gets new leases.
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Feagins made her case to be MSCS’ leader again. Here’s what she said.
Marie Feagins’ attorney argued the public termination meetings were just a “rubber stamp.” The school board’s attorney argued Feagins lacked evidence of direct knowledge of violations and instead relied on secondhand information.
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Redbirds Recap: ’Birds drop opener to Stripers
Shortstop JJ Wetherholt hit his second Triple-A home run to lead off the bottom of the first inning and tie the game at one.
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The Early Word: Feagins wants to stay, but Showboats show themselves out
Tekila is bringing the fuego to East Memphis, Baby Jack’s hits the road and we recount Ozzy Osbourne’s Memphis moment.
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Former Tigers star David Jones-Garcia signs two-way contract with San Antonio Spurs
The news comes hours after Jones-Garcia made the NBA 2K26 All-Summer League First Team.
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Memphis natives Fred Smith Jr., Cello Jackson set to visit Tigers, per report
Coach Penny Hardaway has a chance to add some more local flavor to his team for the 2026-27 season.
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113-year-old building at U of M slated for $25 million renovation
One of the first three buildings erected at the University of Memphis will soon get a structural refresh and new amenities.
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Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76, but his wild Memphis night will live on forever
It was on May 15, 1984, in Memphis, that an incident happened that made Ozzy Osbourne famous for something other than his music.
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National tennis championships head back to Memphis
Top players from both the ITA Summer Masters Series and the ITA Summer Points Race Series with compete for a total of $20,000 in prize money.
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Baby Jack’s closes in Bartlett, building for sale
Baby Jack’s owner Will Clem is retiring and selling the building at 7610 U.S. 70 after 15 years in business.
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