- Issue Archive for
- Mar 22-28, 2012
- Vol. 1, No. 1204
- SXSW On The Move
News
Drive
John Branston takes a drive around Memphis and takes in the economic landscape.
On Track
Memphis Animal Services orders GPS devices, plans dog agility course.
Green Machines
County school buses get an earth-friendly upgrade.
Land Grab
Land bank offers free property to nonprofits.
Marine Miracle
The Memphis manatee is memorialized in a children's book.
SXSW On The Move, In a Groove
A rejuvenated Lucero launches a new album and tour at the South by Southwest Music Festival.
Lucero on the Move
Chris Herrington checks out Lucero's latest big moves at SXSW in this week's Flyer cover story.
It's Palin's Fault
Richard Cohen says Sarah Palin truly was a game-changer for American politics -- and not in a good way.
Nine Predictions for Memphis
John Branston breaks out his crystal ball and guarantees these nine things will happen.
Animal Shelter Employees To Be Retrained Today
Memphis Animal Services employees will be trained in animal handling and the law on Thursday afternoon after three employees were arrested in early March for animal cruelty. Bianca Phillips has the story.
Branston: Naifeh Got It Wrong
John Branston says Jimmy Naifeh is off-target in his "segregation" claim for municipal school districts.
The Fareveller Music Festival
The second annual Fareveller Music Festival kicks off Thursday, with Ume at Young Avenue Deli. Also, this weekend marks the return of Memphis faves, the Scruffs. More in Music.
21 Jump Street is Not So Bad
TV spin-off movie, 21 Jump Street, is surprisingly very funny, says Addison Engelking.
Free Land for Shelby County Non-Profits
The Shelby County Land Bank is making property available at no cost to deserving non-profit organizations. Bianca Phillips has the story.
"Chicago" at Theatre Memphis
Chris Davis reviews Theatre Memphis' production of the musical, Chicago, and says it's in good hands.
Voting Wrongs Act
Tim Sampson is not happy about the new "voter photo ID" acts being passed in various states. Somehow, Linda Blair is involved.
MidSouthCon 2012
There will be all sorts of costumed folk interested in science fiction, fantasy, horror and other good stuff at the annual MidSouthCon this weekend.
"God of Carnage" at Playhouse
When two couples gather to discuss an issue with their children, things go badly, in God of Carnage at Playhouse on the Square through April 1st.
Earl Monroe: Pearls of Wisdom
Frank Murtaugh chats with former NBA great Earl Monroe on today's players versus old school, Jeremy Lin, the Knicks, and the Griz.
Looking to the Future
Grizzlies owner Michael Heisley and his top executives met with several Memphis business and community leaders on Saturday. This new advisory board set three goals. John Branston has the details at City Beat Blog.
Trayvon Martin Prayer Vigil: A Photo Essay
Hundreds gathered outside the National Civil Rights Museum to honor the memory of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin. Bianca Phillips photographed the event.
Flyer Box Art
The winning designs for the Flyer Box Art contest will be unveiled at a reception Wednesday night at Material.
Jack Daniels' Taster Jeff Norman
Susan Ellis talks to Jack Daniels' whiskey taster Jeff Norman about the rigors of his chosen occupation.
New TN Bill Would Ban Spa Laser Treatments
Spa owners who perform laser treatments would be prohibited from doing so if a proposed Tennessee bill becomes law. Hannah Sayle reports.
Grizzlies Beat Timberwolves, 93-86
Chris Herrington recaps and analyzes the Grizzlies win over the Timberwolves Tuesday night.
Selections from the Kattner Collection
Works from the Kattner Collection of American Paintings are now on display at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens.
Latest from Trip, Skewby
At Sing All Kinds: post SXSW videos from Don Trip and Skewby.
We Recommend
Music
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Focus and Dedication
The Angel Sluts' Harry Koniditsiotis on finding acceptance and working on his many projects.
Politics
Norris Bill Takes Bumpy Step Forward
But measure to jump the date of municipal systems generates bipartisan concern, will get full hearing by skeptical legislators.
The Shelby County School Muddle for Dummies: an Update
Week of bombshells ends with caution: Norris advises mayors to rethink TPC formula for unity, and Unified School Board shies away from power move.
Open Questions
Uncertainties remain regarding school-merger and redistricting issues.
Sports
Theater
We Recommend
Film
The Other Other Guys
TV spin-off comedy 21 Jump Street surprises.
Opinion
State of Denial
Predictions are dicey, but these nine are easy.
Game Changer
Sarah Palin's foolishness ruined U.S. politics.
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Letter from The Editor
I just flew back from a vacation in France, and boy, mes bras sont fatigués.
France is my wife's home country, and for the last couple of weeks I've been doing a lot of listening, as she and her family spoke français at mach-speed. Oh, I nodded as though I understood, and I laughed when they did. But I wasn't fooling anyone ...
Books
Food & Wine
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Try a Little Tenderness
Braising meat isn't confusing.
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By Design
Chocistry - a thinking man's chocolate boutique.
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