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    Narcisse: ‘God in the mundane moments of life’

    “Following Christ means looking at the decisions Jesus made, how he made his way in the world and wrestling with what that looks like for me.”

    By Joshua Henry Narcisse April 20, 2025
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    Echols: On Easter, ‘isn’t life and flourishing what we’re after?’

    “Every spring, when daffodils push up through the dirt and new leaves sprout on the trees, the earth re-tells this old story. It’s the same story, over and over and over again.”

    By Candace Echols April 20, 2025
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    Opinion: The potential impact of tariffs on Memphis

    A slowdown in global trade because of the tariffs could mean layoffs, lower investment or worse for many Memphis companies big and small.

    By Glenn Wegener April 20, 2025
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    Guest Column: Regional One is nothing short of a miracle

    “Every day, Regional One quietly performs life-saving work, often without the recognition or resources it deserves. It serves our entire region – rich and poor, urban and rural, young and old – without pause or prejudice.”

    By Ellie Talley April 20, 2025
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    Opinion: Memphis needs plastic-bag ban

    “Progress for the city doesn’t only come from attracting big name companies and potential new jobs, it must also include environmental justice and protecting the health of all residents.”

    By Becky Beloin April 19, 2025
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    Calkins: Ja Morant lifts Grizzlies over Mavs and into playoffs

    When Ja Morant sprang off his bum ankle to slam the ball home against the Mavericks on Friday night, it wasn’t just a dunk — it was an unmistakable statement of intent.

    By Geoff Calkins April 19, 2025
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    Herrington: After two-year drought, FedExForum drinks in postseason Grizzlies win

    It’s been too long since Memphis Grizzlies fans have seen, heard and felt postseason hoops. Whatever comes next, everyone invested in the enterprise needed this. 

    By Chris Herrington July 15, 2025
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    Conaway: Everybody in the golf world knows every King-Collins course, except here, of course

    “Should you like to play a King-Collins course, still rare but growing in number, there’s one right smack dab in the middle of your city.”

    By Dan Conaway April 18, 2025
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    Herrington: Grizzlies, Mavs meet in a game neither expected to be playing

    The Mavs were in the NBA Finals last spring and then added title-tested veteran Klay Thompson in the offseason to aid what they hoped would be another run.

    By Chris Herrington April 17, 2025
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    Memphians should absolutely pull for the Grizzlies to win Friday. Right?!?

    Memphis NBA fans are facing an unprecedented dilemma Friday: Is it better if the Grizzlies win or lose?

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    Herrington: Grizzlies have at least one game left, but may have already taken the loss

    By Geoff Calkins, Drew Hill April 17, 2025
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    Opinion: Don’t restrict stories such as Bayard Rustin’s

    “The nation’s institutions should encourage an open exploration of its past — one that accounts for both triumphs and shortcomings, one that eschews sloppy oversimplification, one that highlights how history contains an array of voices that have shaped who we are today.”

    By Aram Goudsouzian April 16, 2025
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    Opinion: Data is key to improving the criminal justice system

    “There is bipartisan support for greater concerted efforts to leverage data from across the criminal justice system to improve effectiveness, evidence-based decision making, and transparency.”

    By Bill Gibbons, Jonathan Bennett April 15, 2025
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    Opinion: The right to bail is under attack in Tennessee

    “I know what it feels like to sit in jail awaiting trial, uncertain of what comes next, with no meaningful opportunity to defend yourself or reclaim your freedom. That’s not what justice looks like.”

    By Tyler Foster April 15, 2025
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    Herrington: Keys, concerns as Grizzlies renew postseason rivalry with Warriors

    Underdog Memphis can beat Golden State in their NBA play-in game, but the Grizzlies will have to be at their best. Their best has been hard to locate in recent weeks, and even harder to maintain. 

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    By Chris Herrington April 15, 2025
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    Calkins: How can the Grizzlies save the season? Just beat the hated Warriors.

    The Grizzlies have a massive opportunity when they meet the Golden State Warriors Tuesday night. Now all they have to do is win. 

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    Balance key as Tuomas Iisalo prepares Grizzlies for play-in

    By Geoff Calkins April 14, 2025
  • Guest Columnists

    Echols: Wrestling with the ‘swirling nervousness’

    “Thankfully, the angst gave way. The swirl quieted to a calm and left no indication that it had ever existed. If I weren’t so thankful, I’d be mad — mad that I can’t look back and identify a single silver bullet or a proven magic pill.”

    By Candace Echols April 13, 2025
  • Opinion

    Greenstein: Celebrating Passover while immigrants go to bed in fear

    “Freedom is hollow and meaningless until and unless we accept responsibility individually and communally for assuring freedom for all.”

    By Micah Greenstein April 13, 2025
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    Opinion: Increased pay for MPD is ‘essential’ to lowering crime

    Memphis Police Association Vice President John Covington writes , “There is an undeniable need for more officers, especially given the growing workload and escalating dangers that complicate our recruitment efforts.”

    By John Covington April 11, 2025
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    Conaway: First-period civics – the school board mess

    “Whatever happens next, however ill-conceived, will largely be the result of the hubris and selfishness of the majority of that school board, and the losers will be our city’s kids and our tomorrow.”

    By Dan Conaway April 11, 2025
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    Herrington: Early returns on Tuomas Iisalo and late-season Grizzlies player trends

    Are the five games since interim coach Tuomas Iisalo took over progress or variance and what are the latest player trends for the Memphis Grizzlies? 

    By Chris Herrington April 08, 2025
  • Opinion

    Guest Column: The untapped potential of food donations

    “On one side, businesses have food to spare. On the other, thousands of families are struggling to put meals on the table. The good news? There’s a way to bridge this gap.”

    By Leann Edwards April 07, 2025
  • Guest Columnists

    Morris: Our scars tell our stories

    “We are all scarred, yes. But we are also wise. And in time, if we let it, aging will show us the beauty of life was never in perfection.”

    By G. Scott Morris April 06, 2025
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    Calkins: Morant should lay down his (fake) weapons. But it’s the NBA that misfired.

    Ja Morant likes to cast himself as a victim far too often. But in the great — OK, ridiculous — finger-gun controversy of 2025? He may have a point.

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    Ja Morant fined by NBA for gesture

    By Geoff Calkins April 04, 2025
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    Conaway: You can’t sell Summer Drive-In memories; they’re priceless

    “If the drive-in was mine, what would I do with it?"

    By Dan Conaway April 04, 2025
  • Guest Columnists

    Guest column: Declining vaccination rates have opened the door for measles to return

    The reality is stark — when vaccine rates fall, measles comes back, putting our most vulnerable, including infants and immunocompromised children (such as those undergoing chemotherapy), in danger.

    By Jason Yaun, Nick Hysmith April 03, 2025

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