- Issue Archive for
- Jan 19-25, 2012
- Vol. 1, No. 1195
- 20 < 30
Art
News
The Amazing Mario
Vance Lauderdale shares a curious image of pizza-pie man and health-food guru Mario DePietro.
About that One-time Tax and City CFO ...
John Branston attempts to work through the confusion over the one time property tax and the status of the city's CFO.
License To Bully?
State bill would alter school bullying policies.
Q & A with George Cates
Executive Director of the Overton Park Conservancy
Happy Trails
Study looks at ways to improve the Mississippi River Trails.
New Digs
City's largest homeless shelter has plans to build a new facility.
20<30
Twenty young Memphians who are shaping the city's future.
Just Pee in the Cup, Sir
Editor Bruce VanWyngarden marvels at the sophisticated job creation programs of the Tennessee General Assembly.
20<30
Twenty young Memphians shaping the city's future are profiled in this week's cover story, 20>30.
Bartlett Headed Toward Independent School District
Bartlett joined Germantown and Collierville in moving toward an independent school system in a meeting Wednesday. John Branston reports.
The Old Hippies are Getting Together to Drop Antacid
Randy Haspel has some thoughts on the aging process in this week's Rant.
Divine Mafa Breaks Into the Music Biz
The eccentric owner of Divine Rags clothing store in the Wolfchase Galleria has released a music video. Hannah Sayle has the details on Style Sessions.
The Artist
Chris Herrington says The Artist is flawed but charming.
George Cates
Hannah Sayle interviews George Cates, the director of the new Overton Park Conservancy.
Loudon Wainwright III
Wry folk icon Loudon Wainwright III makes his Memphis debut Friday. Stephen Duesner has a story on the man and his music.
What's a New School System Worth?
John Branston has some thoughts on the new school math for taxpayers.
Next to Normal
Pulitzer- and Tony-award winning play, Next to Normal is playing at Playhouse on the Square.
Union Mission to Build
The Union Mission downtown is planning to build a new facility to house the homeless. Louis Goggans reports.
Memphis Jerk
Jamaican cuisine comes to Memphis via the new restaurant, Evelyn and Olive. Hannah Sayle reports.
Memphis Pops SMU, 63-45
Memphis allowed SMU to hang around until the final 10 minutes, then the Tigers broke it open. Frank Murtaugh has the story.
Memphis International Auto Show
Today is your last day to enjoy the Memphis International Auto Show, where you can see, among many other things, the 2013 Ford Mustang.
The Mississippi River Trail
Local groups are working to improve the Shelby County section of the Mississippi River Trail. Andrew Caldwell has more.
Head Games for the Tigers?
Frank Murtaugh takes advantage of his court-side seat to analyze the psyche of the Memphis Tigers and their coach.
The Shame in "Shame"?
Reviewer Addison Engelking offers his take on the controversial, NC-17 rated Shame.
Oscars Predictions Times Two
Greg Akers has predicted the films that will be nominated for this year's Best Picture Oscar. Twice.
The Grizzlies are in First Place
Chris Herrington looks at the Grizzlies' recent win streak — and the road ahead.
Classic Masterworks at the Dixon
Ashley Johnston reports on a new exhibit of classical art by Rubens, Rembrandt, and other masters at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens.
Grizzlies Beat Warriors, 91-90
The Grizzlies staged a spirited fourth-quarter comeback to edge Golden State on the road Monday night. Chris Herrington has the story.
Die Fledermaus at Memphis Opera
Memphis Opera presents Die Fledermaus. Read Chris Davis' review.
Posters for Indian Court
The Memphis Brooks is showing "A Federal Art Project: Posters for Indian Court."
Police Arrest Shooting Suspect
Memphis Police have arrested a teenager who is suspected in the shooting death of another teen near Central High School last week.
"Safe Space" Kits Offered to Schools
In the wake of another gay teen's suicide in Tennessee, a local group is offering "safe space" kits to schools for gay teens and their allies.
We Recommend
Music
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Old Songs, New Meanings
Folk stalwart Loudon Wainwright makes his Memphis debut.
Politics
Kyle vs. Marrero: One of the Consequences of Reapportionment
Both Democratic state senators now find themselves in District 30.
Cohen Back on Track Quote-Wise: Politico Features him on SOTU
Congressman's quip used as tease for modish political site's coverage of President Obama's address
Kemp Conrad Acknowledges Prospect of 8th District Bid
City Councilman becomes first from Shelby County to openly consider contest for newly reconfigured congressional district.
Chomsky's Scope
A sage, twice over, favors Memphis with a visit.
Sports
Theater
Electric
For a stimulating theatrical experience, visit In the Next Room.
We Recommend
Film
Hollywoodland
French import The Artist is an outsider's flawed but charming dream of silent cinema and movie glamor.
Opinion
Some Good News on Jobs
It's complicated, but mayors and chamber produce the numbers.
Conflict of Interest?
Value-added assessment means value lost in Memphis classrooms.
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Letter From the Editor
I should be grateful to the Tennessee legislature for providing me and other columnists around the country with so much fodder for humor. With their, um, endless, er, bottomless, er, enduring fascination with controlling all things gay, our GOP Nashville cats have become a national punch line ...
Food & Wine
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Let Us Entertain You
Evelyn and Olive welcomes its first guests.
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