- Issue Archive for
- Feb 16-22, 2012
- Vol. 1, No. 1199
- Father Figure
Art
News
Oscars Nerd-Out, Day 3
Herrington and Akers duke it out on Day 3 of their Oscars preview. Today, it's supporting performances.
No Dumping
Frayser residents push back against new landfill.
Without a Ladder
Fire department cuts may lead to removal of a Midtown ladder truck.
Good Vibes
Program helps talent recruiters lure people to Memphis.
Father Figures
In Memphis, a high number of paternity tests reveal that the father is not who the mother says it is. One man is fighting back.
Juried Exhibit at AMUM
Ashley Johnston says the new juried show at the Art Museum of the University of Memphis is worth a visit.
A Pop Quiz for Shelby Countians
John Branston has some questions about schools he thinks you should consider.
Father Figure Fights Back
Marcus Matthews is waging a campaign against false paternity accusations in this week's cover story by Louis Goggans.
Contraception and Religion: An Unholy Mix
Bruce VanWyngarden has some thoughts about the latest contraception controversy.
The Big East Means Big Money
John Branston has some thoughts on the money it will take to play with the big boys in the Big East.
"Pariah" is a Winner
Sundance festival grad Pariah is a charming "coming of age" story, says Chris Herrington.
Judges Blocks State Decision to End HIV-testing Grants
United States District Judge William Haynes ruled today to grant a preliminary injunction to stop the Tennessee Department of Health from rescinding its grant funding for HIV and syphilis testing at Planned Parenthood.
Randy's Ramblin' Rant
What do Madonna, Cee-Lo, Russell Vollmer, Rick Pitino, and the University of Memphis have in common? They're all in Randy Haspel's Rant this week.
Memphis Tigers Baseball Preview
Frank Murtaugh says the outlook for this year's Memphis Tigers baseball squad is a pretty good one.
It's Tennis Time, Love
Racquet-phile John Branston says the Regions Morgan-Keegan tennis tourney is the best game in town for the money.
Deering & Down Album Release
Well-traveled, now-Memphis-based duo, Deering & Down release their new album at the Hi-Tone this weekend. J.D. Reager has their story.
Grizzlies Nip Nuggets, 103-102
Dante Cunningham tipped in the game-winner with .02 seconds left. Chris Herrington has details and analysis.
Oscar-Nominated Films Showing at Brooks
The 2012 Oscar-nominated short films are showing at The Brooks Museum Saturday. Here's a rundown. (Above -- a scene from Time Freak.)
Where Should Home-Schooled Kids Play Sports?
John Branston surveys a couple of articles regarding school sports and home-schooled students.
Pokey LaFarge
St. Louisan Pokey LaFarge brings his pre-war swing, jazz, and blues to the Hi-Tone Sunday. Stephen Deusner has the story.
Tigers Lose to Lowly UTEP, 60-58
The Memphis Tigers took a big step backward Sunday in their quest to get a good seed in the NCAA tournament. Frank Murtaugh has the details.
Grit, Grind, Groundhog Day -- Griz Beat Warriors, 104-103
The Grizzlies won their second game of the weekend the same way they won the first -- on a final-shot tip-in of a Rudy Gay miss. Chris Herrington has details.
Prom Night in Mississippi
The award-winning documentary Prom Night in Mississippi shows at Rhodes Monday, followed by a discussion with director Paul Saltzman.
Top Tier Tennis -- But Not Top 10 -- in Memphis
Frank Murtaugh says we'll see lots of great tennis in Memphis this week, despite the lack of the game's highest-rated players.
"Memphis Vibe" Promotes City to Recruiters
A new program, "Memphis Vibe," is teaching local corporate recruiters how to sell Memphis to potential employees. Louis Goggans reports.
Million Dollar Weekend in Memphis?
John Branston says last weekend was a pretty good one for downtown Memphis.
Yeah, That's What They Said
Check out the weekly dose of snark in "What They Said" this week.
Oscars Nerd-Out, Day 2
Chris Herrington and Greg Akers continue their predictions, smack-talk, and analysis of the upcoming Oscars. Today, it's lead performances.
John McEnroe: Aging Well
John Branston watched John McEnroe play tennis Monday night, and says the old dog still has lots of moxie — and skill.
Hi-top Fades: A Star of the '80s Is Reborn
An old coiffure gets a new lease on life. Style Sessions has the scoop.
Private Company May Manage City Ball Park
The Memphis City Council parks committee approved a measure on Tuesday morning to allow the city to enter into a contract with Tri-State Youth Baseball Academy, Inc. to manage and operate Jesse Turner/Bellevue Baseball Park. Bianca Phillips has the story.
A Story a Day for a Year
Zachary Whitten wrote 365 short stories — one a day — during 2011. Leonard Gill has more.
Public Night at Folk Alliance
The Folk Alliance begins its last annual conference in Memphis this week. Wednesday night is open to the public. Shannon McNally (shown) and others offer a tribute to the late Jim Dickinson. More info here.
Grizzlies Stifle Philadelphia, 89-76
The Grizzlies head into the All-Star break on a high note. Chris Herrington was there.
Obama Sings Da Blues
President Obama sang a few bars of "Sweet Home Chicago" at the White House Tuesday night.
We Recommend
Music
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Wanderlust King
Pokey LaFarge takes his love of classic American styles on the road.
Politics
Howard Richardson, Democratic Patriarch and Labor Figure, Dies
Was well-liked across factional and party lines, played host to numerous political rallies and social gatherings.
Gulf remains as TPC, Suburban Mayors Meet Regarding Schools
Luttrell confirms relevance of 2010 A.G.'s opinion to doubts about county funding, and Bartlett mayor McDonald vows to keep on keeping on seeking special school-district status.
UPDATE on meeting: Suburban mayors stick to their guns as TPC members probe for possible compromise.
Ready or Not...
The 2012 election season in Shelby County has now begun.
Sports
Theater
We Recommend
Film
Up and Out
Sundance grad Pariah offers a tender, novel take on the coming-of-age/coming-out film.
Opinion
Big Time and the Big East
What Memphis needs and doesn't need to upgrade football.
An Honest Broker
Shelby County mayor Mark Luttrell has been evenhanded on the schools but protective of county interests.
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Letter From The Editor
I have been trying all week to find out Jesus' position on contraception. According to the Catholic Church, he was definitely against it. They could be right, I suppose. I was raised in the Methodist Church, and I don't recall Reverend Pegues or my Sunday school teacher, Mrs. Cornett, having much to say about it ...
Books
Word Count
Assignment: 365 stories in 365 days.
Food & Wine
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Main Course
A new restaurant on South Main: plus Bluff City Coffee expands.
Special Sections
Read the Label
Pet foods: Be careful what you buy.
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