- Issue Archive for
- Nov 29 - Dec 5, 2012
- Vol. 1, No. 1240
- Endpapers
Art
Hauntingly Beautiful
Margaret Munz-Losch's "Beauty and the Beast" at L Ross.
News
Fly on the Wall
Secession, Music "Journalism," and an Extreme Coupon Brawl
Lack of Security
East Memphis Social Security office slated to close by end of the year.
Marketing the Square
MemShop brings holiday market and business attention to Overton Square.
Enduring Vision
Local opthamologist performs eye surgeries in war-torn Sierra Leone.
The Light Before Christmas
See the stop-motion Christmas classic, The Light Before Christmas, at the Pink Palace Imax Theatre.
Griz Top Suns in OT: 108-98
Zach Randolph did the heavy lifting as the Grizzlies finally put down a pesky Phoenix team in overtime. Chris Herrington has the details and analysis.
Saw the Sign
Memphis City Council may stop funding stand-alone bike lane signs.
Endpapers
Fall into winter with some reading. Fourteen books to consider.
Memphis Photographer On the Run with John McAfee
Memphis-born photographer Robert King is in the company of fugitive software magnate, John McAfee, in Guatemala. Joe Boone has more.
Future Games in Memphis
Andria K. Brown sees good things happening all over Memphis.
Tennessee Legislature: Worst in the Country?
Mother Jones writer Tim Murphy says Tennessee has the worst legislature in the country. Hannah Sayle has the story.
Tigers Pound Ohio, 84-58
The Memphis Tigers used strong performances from Geron Johnson and Shaq Goodwin to beat Ohio at FedExForum Wednesday. Frank Murtaugh has the story.
Fall Into Winter Reading
Flyer staffers have reviewed 14 books for you to check out in our annual Winter Reading issue.
The 12 Days of Christmas. Sort of.
Bruce VanWyngarden makes the not-so-obvious connection between "The 12 Days of Christmas," Josh Pastner, and Delta Airlines.
Grizzlies Beat Raptors, 103-84
The Memphis Grizzlies clamped down on Toronto in the third period and cruised to a 20-point win. Chris Herrington has the story and analysis.
Flat-screen Class Action Suit Settled
If you bought a flat-screen TV between 1999 and 2006, you might have some money coming to you.
A Plan for Downtown
Downtown leaders and property owners are being asked to weigh in on a redevelopment plan that would capture $100 million in taxes and spend it on a public housing project and "Heritage Trail" by declaring all of downtown a slum. More from John Branston.
Vision for Sierra Leone
Memphis ophthamologist Cathy Shanzer is working to help the vision-impaired in Sierra Leone. Chris Shaw has the story.
Tigers Pummel UT-Martin, 93-65
The Memphis Tigers found a little swagger Thursday night in beating up UT-Martin. Frank Murtaugh has the story.
Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction
Bobby "Blue" Bland highlighted the inaugural induction ceremony of the Memphis Music Hall of Fame Thursday. Chris Herrington reports.
Art Openings: Downtown and Everywhere
Dwayne Butcher previews the weekend's art openings.
"Anna Karenina" at the Movies
Greg Akers reviews the new movie, Anna Karenina, based on Tolstoy's classic novel.
The Unified School Board "Odd Couples"
John Branston says the Unified School Board shouldn't work but somehow isn't all that bad.
Gritty, Ambitious Crime Flick
Brad Pitt and James Gandolfini star in the gritty, ambitious crime flick, Killing Them Softly. Chris Herrington's review.
George Coleman: Saxman Supreme
Chris Davis interviews Memphis Music Hall of Fame inductee George Coleman on playing with Chet Baker, Miles Davis, and other jazz greats.
Quintron and Miss Pussycat Hit the Hi-Tone
Eccentric New Orleans rockers Quintron and Miss Pussycat bring their quirky musical schtick to the Hi-Tone Sunday. Chris Shaw has the story.
"Mem-Shop" at Overton Square
Overton Square will be filled by a holiday "pop-up" market with 40 vendors from December 6th to the 23rd. Hannah Sayle has the story.
Heisman Hype? No, Thanks
Remember the immortal Troy Smith? Didn't think so. Frank Murtaugh says the Heisman is over-hyped and over-rated.
Grizzlies Earn Weekend Split
Despite a slightly obstructed view, Chris Herrington saw enough of the Grizzlies this weekend to put together a lengthy wrap-up of all the action.
Two Chefs. Two Fresh Starts.
Hannah Sayle writes about two Memphis chefs who are striking out in new directions.
Kevin Cubbins: A Busy Man
Joe Boone catches up with Memphis musician/producer Kevin Cubbins.
Jersey Boys: Songs for Made Men
Inspired by Jersey Boys, now playing at the Orpheum, Chris Davis explores the many moods of the Four Seasons.
20<30 for 2013
Under 30? Doing interesting, important, provocative, creative stuff? Then the Flyer wants to know about you. It's time to nominate candidates for our annual "20<30" issue. Email brucev@memphisflyer.com with your suggestions.
Tiger Football Attendance Fills Liberty Bowl -- Once
John Branston obtained the total actual attendance at the U of Memphis' football games in 2012. Not pretty.
Real Estate
We Recommend
Music
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Sideman Supreme
Memphis Music Hall of Famer George Coleman on playing with Chet Baker, Miles Davis, and all the cats on Beale.
Politics
Ashley Judd for the U.S. Senate?
with VIDEO of Judd in Charlotte
Kyle Asks State Education Commissioner to Intercede in School Stalemate
Newly reelected state Senate Democratic leader wants Kevin Huffman “to act as an independent, honest broker in the organizational restructure of Shelby County Schools;" claims GOP majority leader Norris backs move.
Educational Vouchers the Next Test Case in Tennessee?
Kelsey bill would seem to have green light in 2013 General Assembly, but similar legislation in Louisiana was struck down in court.
Kyle Survives Challenge from Tate, Continues as Democratic Leader
Fallout from 2012 primary may have influenced close 4-3 vote in party’s diminished state Senate caucus; Ophelia Ford's vote possibly the key.
Odd Man In
State representative Hardaway, once an outlier, increasingly takes a leadership role.
Sports
Stiff-Arming the Heisman Trophy
Remember Troy Smith? Chris Weinke? Eric Crouch? Didn't think so.
Theater
We Recommend
Film
Anna Karenina
The adaptation reimagined.
Killing Them Softly
Brad Pitt leads a rogue's gallery in ambitious crime flick.
Opinion
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Letter from the Editor
Every year about this time, an article will appear chronicling the cost of the items in the song "The 12 Days of Christmas." This year's total, according to PNC Wealth Management, is $107,300. That seems a little high to me. I'm pretty sure, for example, they could have gone down to Brooks Road and gotten a better deal than the $6,294 they spent on "nine ladies dancing" ...
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Letters to the Editor
Memphis Music Hall of Fame, a "good" Rant, and thanks for the Tea Party
Underutilized
Schools, airport, and Liberty Bowl have this in common.
All Politics Is National
The old adage, "all politics is local" no longer holds true.
Mixed Signals
Surprising developments for Memphis athletic director Tom Bowen.
Memphis: Future Games
Good things are popping up all over town.
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The Rant
Hostess, Texas Secession, and Other Relevant Topics
Louisiana School Voucher Program Ruled Unconstitutional
May foreshadow Tennessee's possible voucher proposals.
Coach Hollins' Whistle
Grizzlies coach's whistle now available as a ring-tone.
Books
Food & Wine
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A Fresh Start
Two chefs find new life in their respective kitchens.
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