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“Magical thinking” happens when people believe that their thoughts, by themselves, can bring about change in the real world. Psychologists tell us that magical thinking is most prevalent in children between the ages of 2 and 7. An example would be, say, when a child is sad and it begins to rain, and the child attempts to make it go away by singing a happy song.

We are now living in the golden age of magical thinking, a time in which many Americans well past the age of 7 seem to think that if they believe something strongly enough, they can make it true.

For example, two Tennessee lawmakers, state Senator Mae Beavers (who else?) and state Representative Mark Pody are introducing a bill that says … well, let me just put it here, verbatim: “Natural marriage between one (1) man and one (1) woman as recognized by the people of Tennessee remains the law in Tennessee, regardless of any court decision to the contrary. Any court decision purporting to strike down natural marriage, including (a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision), is unauthoritative, void, and of no effect.”

Beavers and Pody apparently believe (1) that the Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage was just a suggestion, and (2) that if they just legislate hard enough they can come up with a state bill that magically trumps the law of the land. Of course, given the proclivities of our hillbilly heroes in Nashville, this bit of foolishness will probably pass, leading to expensive legal fees for the state and much derision from the rest of the country. For Jesus, of course.

Other examples? How about Kim Davis, magically thinking that she can wish away that same Supreme Court ruling, and Mike Huckabee magically casting Davis as a persecuted Christian martyr? Or Carly Fiorina, imagining a scene that never happened from a video attacking Planned Parenthood, and using it as a cudgel in the last GOP debate? Even when confronted with the evidence of her mistake on Fox News, of all places, Fiorina determinedly held her ground. “Who you gonna believe?” she seemed to be saying. “Me or your pesky facts?”

Or the Republicans in Congress voting over and over and over again to repeal Obamacare, when they know the votes aren’t there. Math, schmath! Let’s click our heels and vote again! Real hard, this time.

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EDITORIAL - 14 In the last GOP debate, Rand Paul VIEWPOINT - 15 attempted rational discourse, saying COVER STORY that Trump’s making fun of people’s “DECISION 2015!” BY JACKSON BAKER - 16 appearance was “sophomoric.” Trump’s response? “I haven’t made fun of your STE P P I N’ O UT WE RECOMMEND - 20 appearance. And there’s a lot to work MUSIC - 22 with there.” Big laughs.

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MONGO, 2015 It wouldn’t be an election without a bid from Memphis’ favorite space alien/candidate, Prince Mongo. A new “Mongo for Mayor” bumper sticker lists a number of things the Prince promises to accomplish if elected. When it comes to politicians, we should “hang’ um.”

Or “flush’ um.”

A third option printed so faintly it won’t photograph says we should “fill potholes with politician bones,” which seems practical, if a bit extreme. If elected, Mayor Mongo would also arm frogs with machine guns, apparently.

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Friend of murder victim urges police to reignite case in light of recent events.

Last week, a grim scene unfolded in South Memphis. On the morning of Wednesday, September 16th, the body of 25-year-old Juanita Gilmore was found in Hollywood Cemetery by someone visiting a grave. The discovery is eerily familiar to a string of murders that took place in the same area in 2011.

According to court records, Gilmore, who was found with multiple stab wounds, had a history of prostitution arrests. Similarly, four women who were killed in the same area within a month’s time in early 2011 were also considered to be known prostitutes. Two of those women, 28-yearold Jessica Lewis and 44-year-old Rhonda Wells, were found dead at Mt. Carmel Cemetery a few days apart from one another, on February 20th and February 24th, 2011, just across a set of railroad tracks from Hollywood Cemetery.

Two weeks before the discoveries of Lewis and Wells, the body of 31-year-old Tamakia McKinney was found in the Top: Sketch of the man believed to have attacked at least one of the women; Right: Jessica Lewis

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# W I G S N AT C H For months, Fly on the Wall has been trying to answer the great question of our age: Where do all the tumbleweaves come from? Perhaps this story will shed some more light on the matter. According to Middle Tennessee news reports, an angry woman recently attempted to hit the owner of C & K Beauty and Wig Store in Murfreesboro with her car. The attempted vehicular assault occurred after the woman tried to return a bag of hair extensions. The store’s owner said she couldn’t grant a refund because the bag was open, and the hair was damaged. Police say the car’s license number tracked back to Memphis.

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Not every city bicycle lane project is welcomed by motorists, but the bike lanes going in on Cleveland this month have led to an unexpected bonus for drivers.

The long-anticipated repaving project has reconfigured the Midtown street to include buffered bike lanes, but it’s also made room for left vehicular turning lanes at stoplights at the street’s major intersections.

For years, drivers wanting to turn left from Cleveland onto Poplar, Jefferson, Madison, or Union had to do so in a parking lot or side street since left turns at those intersections were not allowed. But since the city is adding bicycle lanes up and down Cleveland, they’ve also been able to create a left turning lane.

“One of the added benefits of the redesign is the fact that there is now a left turning lane continuously along Cleveland,” said Kyle Wagenschutz, the city’s bicycle and pedestrian program manager. “When I was driving down Cleveland [one day last week], there were no fewer than eight cars waiting to turn left on Union. That wouldn’t have been possible a few weeks ago.”

The bike lanes going in on Cleveland — from Overton Park Avenue to Lamar — are still a work in progress, but when the repaving and striping project wraps up in a few weeks, those lanes will be completely protected from traffic along most of the street.

A buffer lane with white metal poles will separate car traffic from bicycle traffic, a configuration that hasn’t been

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Cleveland gets new bikes lanes, left turning lanes for vehicular traffic.

A “bike box” like this one in Portland, Oregon, will be painted at the intersection of Cleveland and Peabody. possible with many of the city’s bicycle lane projects.

“The buffer zone will continue at least to Peabody. There’s a little section of Peabody where the traffic circles are, and there was no room for a bike lane there,” Wagenschutz said.

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the buffers will resume at Harbert down to Lamar.”

The city will also be getting its first “bike box” on Cleveland at the Peabody intersection. A bike box is a large painted box on the street that allows cyclists to position themselves in front of cars lined up at a traffic light. Cars have to stop outside the bike box — about 10 feet back from where they normally would stop at an intersection — and let cyclists go first.

“It allows us to bring the bikes all the way to the intersection, and then the bicycles will cue up in front of the cars before proceeding through the intersection,” Wagenschutz said. “It will be the first bike box in Memphis and only the second in Tennessee. Nashville put one in earlier this year.”

For now, the bicycle lanes will only extend as far north as Overton Park Avenue, but Wagenschutz said, once Crosstown “Having a Concourse construction is done, they’ll add lanes (most of which will neighborhood where be buffered) all the way down North people feel safe biking Watkins to Frayser.

“There was a conscious decision is critical to to stop the repaving at Overton Park [Crosstown Arts’] Avenue so we wouldn’t have a lot of broader mission.” heavy trucks rolling over it headed to the Crosstown site,” Wagenschutz said.

— Todd Richardson Todd Richardson, co-leader of Crosstown Concourse development, said they’re thrilled to have bike lanes leading to the redeveloped Crosstown site.

“Ever since we started Crosstown Arts in 2010, we’ve known that we’re not just renovating a building; we’re building community. Having a neighborhood where people feel safe biking is critical to that broader mission,” Richardson said.

Richardson points to plans that will make Crosstown Concourse as bikefriendly as possible.

“Current development plans also include extending the V&E Greenline across North Parkway onto the Concourse site, as well as providing secure bike storage, changing rooms, and repair stations inside the building,” he said.

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middle of Hemlock Street, less than a mile from Mt. Carmel. It was also reported that another prostitute, Marnicia Shaw, was found dead inside a hotel room on Brooks Road on February 12th, 2011.

Following those murders, a fifth woman, a prostitute who went only by Katrina, was shot and left for dead on Ledger Street, again, less than a mile from the cemeteries where Lewis and Wells, and more recently Gilmore, were found. Katrina survived and was able to give police a description of the suspect. According to reports at the time, the murders were briefly investigated as having been potentially committed by a serial killer, though, according to the Memphis Police Department (MPD), there was a lack of connecting evidence.

The cases soon disappeared from the public eye, and according to those close to the victims, seemingly from the eyes of MPD detectives, as well. No arrests were ever made, and the cases have gone unsolved for nearly five years.

For friends and family of the 2011 murder victims, the recent discovery of Gilmore has added fuel to the fire for justice.

Brandy Sullivan, a close friend of Lewis, wants people to know that Lewis’ life was just as important as anyone else’s, despite her criminal history. “People want to throw prostitutes aside just because they’re not deemed important to society,” Sullivan says. “But she was so much more than that. She was a daughter, a mother, a friend.”

Lewis excelled in college, had been employed at a prestigious local hospital, and was, for the most part, a model citizen before becoming addicted to drugs, the first step down a dark spiral that would ultimately lead to her death.

“Jessica was such a bubbly, happy, beautiful, smart woman. It’s not like she was wayward her whole life,” Sullivan says. “Drug addiction can happen to anybody; it doesn’t matter what your background is. She just got pulled into that, and she couldn’t pull herself out.”

Sullivan says the circumstances surrounding Gilmore’s death are too close to the others to go unnoticed.

“It seems like not enough attention was given to the similarities of all the murders in 2011,” she says. “And this new murder should spark a huge new investigation.”

The MPD did not respond to requests for comment on the Gilmore investigation or investigations into the 2011 murders by press time. Although it hasn’t been proven the murders were connected, Sullivan believes they may be.

“What I want is to see the person responsible; I want to be able to look at them and say, ‘You killed my friend. You hurt these women,’” Sullivan says. “It feels like the pain will never go away until someone is held responsible.”

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He compared the Mississippi to other food-producing river valleys like the Amazon, Danube, and the Rhine. But if climate change impedes global food production, “the gap will likely fall on the Mississippi River.”

A delegation from the MRCTI will travel to Paris in December to attend the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, and, so far, Wharton is slated to go. The group will discuss sustainable agriculture practices with those in the other food-producing river valleys.

“A dramatic increase in agricultural output in our river valley using unsustainable practices could devastate our region and the natural assets we depend upon,” Coleman said.

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The river generates $405 billion in revenues each year and supports 1.3 million jobs, according to new numbers released last week by the Mississippi River Cities & Towns Initiative (MRCTI). That’s a group of 68 mayors from towns and cities in 10 states along the Mississippi River. The group is co-chaired by Memphis Mayor A C Wharton.

“The Mississippi is much mightier than even we realized,” said Roy Buol, MRCTI co-chair and mayor of Dubuque, Iowa.

“We must now move forward strategically and purposefully to protect this national resource and economic force.”

Counting the dollars and jobs will help the group of mayors in their efforts to bring national attention back to the Mississippi River, which the group calls “America’s most critical natural asset.”

They’ll use the information as ammunition to lobby for the river.

“If there’s a group of people in the world that get things done, it’s mayors,” said John Dickert, mayor of Racine, Wisconsin. “With almost 200 cities representing over 20 million people, we are a force that will be recognized in state capitals and in Washington, D.C., as advocates for this tremendous resource.”

Businesses and governments depend on the river for tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing, the top three industries for jobs along the Mississippi. More than 20 million citizens depend on the river as a source of drinking water, according to the MRCTI, withdrawing about 633 million gallons of water per day.

All of these, the mayors said, depend on clean water. So, water quality is one of the group’s major areas of focus. The MRCTI will work with states to implement clean water goals and work with agriculture groups to incentivize sustainable farming practices.

The Mississippi River Valley is the largest food-producing zone on the planet, according to St. Paul, Minnesota, Mayor Christopher Coleman. The valley will likely be tapped to produce even more food, he said, as the United States Department of Agriculture predicts farmers will need to produce more food in the next 35 years than they have in the last 10,000 years.

But the “great unknown” in that request, Coleman said, is climate change.

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• Speaking of stars, Paxton Lynch is setting a new standard for quarterbacking at Memphis. In an offense Fuente insists is set up on the ground, Lynch put on an aerial display at Bowling Green that will have defensive coordinators — starting with Cincinnati’s — rewinding clips all season. He completed 29 of 40 passes (72 percent) for 386 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions. For the season, the junior has completed 77 percent of his passes for 818 yards, six scores and no picks. (If you pay attention to passer rating, Lynch’s was sparkling: 191.6.) Oh, and Lynch carried the ball seven times for 30 yards against Bowling Green, somehow making him even harder to defend.

He’s bound to regress, if slightly, as the season grinds on. But with the number of targets at his disposal — eight Tigers caught at least three passes last Saturday — Lynch is on his way to the kind of season that ends at award shows.

• Thursday night should feel like a main event at the Liberty Bowl. The Tigers will aim to reach a 4-0 record for the first time since 1961 and become the first Memphis team — ever — to reel off 11 straight victories. The game will be televised nationally by ESPN and the visitors are the preseason favorites to Paxton win the American Athletic Lynch Conference championship. The matchup with Cincinnati could actually be a preview of the first AAC championship game (December 5th), as the Tigers are favorites to win the league’s West division. The Tigers have averaged 570.3 yards of offense and surrendered an average of 354.3 yards in their first three games. The figures for Cincinnati are virtually the same: 579.3 and 330.0.

Memphis has faced no AAC foe more often than the Bearcats, holding a 1913 edge in a series that began in 1966.

Cincinnati coach Tommy Tuberville remembers last year’s 41-14 Tiger win in Ohio, a game in which quarterback Gunner Kiel completed only 11 of 27 passes. Should the Tigers put up a similar score Thursday night in front of a crowd nearing 50,000 (could that happen?), it might go down as one of the top Memphis wins in Liberty Bowl history.

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I think we saw the moment(s) for Tiger coach Justin Fuente Saturday afternoon at Bowling Green. Games are won by talented players, Fuente would be the first to tell us. But the guy on the sideline with a headset over his white cap did as much to win Saturday’s shootout as any player ... because he created winning scenarios for those players. In a game dominated by two offenses, a coach with a background in play-calling (a former college quarterback, no less) can make an imprint in ways he couldn’t on the defensive side of the ball (where performance is defined as much by the way players react as it is by scheme). Midway through the third quarter, the Tigers had the ball in Falcon territory, near (if not already inside) the range for all-conference kicker Jake Elliott. Down 27-20 and facing fourth down with a yard to go, Fuente’s decision to go for it wasn’t all that surprising. The Tigers have treated fourth down like an opportunity to advance the ball since Fuente’s arrival in 2012. What was surprising was Tiger quarterback Paxton Lynch dropping back to pass ... and finding Tevin Jones for 32 yards, and setting up a Sam Craft touchdown run that tied the score. It was a tremendous gesture in trust from coach to players (and not just trust in Lynch), and a bold statement that the Tigers will not be timid in their attack.

Then, of course, there was the double-reverse flea-flicker two possessions later, a play in which four players touched the ball (Lynch twice) before Jones entered the end zone to tie the game at 41. That was recess football, the kind played with a Nerf ball, a team desperate to tie (no, win) a game before the bell rings and classes resume.

The Tiger linemen held their blocks impossibly long, the Tiger skill players executed with precision, and the Tiger coach looked like he expected nothing less from his undefeated team. It was a play with star power, crafted by a star coach.

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POLITICS By Jackson Baker

Round One ...

Prospects for the district City Council races.

Moss and Robin Spielberger are courting in two atlarge council races. And Detric Golden, the former University of Memphis basketballer who drove around for nearly two years in a decorated car advertising him as a mayoral candidate, deserves credit for getting realistic and lowering his sights.

But the real race here would seem to be between the favored Frank Colvett Jr., a businessman and youngish GOP veteran who has significant Republican support, and Rachel Knox, a young Democratic newcomer, Orpheum employee, and defender of city employees’ benefits, whose chances were dimmed somewhat by a last-minute transfer of predominantly black precincts to District 3. If Tomasik pulls enough GOP support away from Colvett, she could make a runoff.

Colvett stepped in after incumbent Bill Boyd announced his decision to retire (and was unable to pass the baton on to his chosen successor, Botanic Garden executive director Scott McCormick, who opted out in response to his board’s wishes District 3: There are seven official entries in this race to succeed mayoral candidate Harold Collins as council member from this Whitehaven-based district. Rhonda Banks is an inactive candidate, having decided to assist former Memphis School Board member Patrice Robinson, one of two favorites, along with former Memphis

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It ain’t over ‘til it’s over, and the fat lady won’t be singing in most of the following races until after midNovember runoffs.

District 1: Bill Morrison, going for a third term as councilman from District 1, which encompasses much of northern and eastern Memphis, might be vulnerable to a well-backed campaign of a well-known black candidate in this racially balanced district. He would seem to be less so against Wayne Roberts, an underfinanced candidate with support from both labor and the loose populist coalition that has coalesced around mayoral candidate Mike Williams, and includes Tea Party, libertarian, and environmentalist elements.

A member of the council majority that cut employee benefits, but a backer of projects like the Raleigh Springs Mall overhaul, Morrison could prove something of a barometer regarding those hot-button issues. He would seem to have aggregated enough establishment support to prevail.

District 2: Give Jim Tomasik credit. This veteran of Republican/Tea Party politics is running hard for the vote of the same discontented populists (and proponents of de-annexation) that unofficial ticket mates Lynn

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Williams, who serves as MEA’s executive director, is now apparently mired in a power struggle with the Tennessee Education Association, which has sanctioned a Memphis and Shelby County Teachers Association as an alternative to Williams’ organization. Williams is a member in good standing of at-large candidate Kenneth Whalum’s “education slate,” however.

Coleman Thompson also has some decent name recognition from prior campaigns. He and Tanya L. Cooper, daughter of longtime state Representative Barbara Cooper, are factors. Others are Sherman (Perkins) Kilimanjaro and Kevin Mott, Sr. The odds heavily favor a runoff, probably between Robinson and Williams.

District 4: The eight-candidate scramble in this district comes down almost to a battle of name associations. Jamita Swearengen is the daughter of the late Circuit Court Judge James Swearengen, and she gets further resonance from her aunt, former Councilwoman Barbara Swearengen Ware, one of whose previous election efforts she handled. She also managed Martavius Jones’ economy-brand near-miss effort against Reginald Milton in a 2014 County Commission effort.

Donnell Cobbins is the brother of Darrell Cobbins, a well-known real estate broker and civic leader, and he works for Shelby County Trustee David Lenoir, who

his former boss.

There are two candidates with significant conservaPOLITICS tive support: One is Dan Springer, communications officer with Evolve Bank & Trust and a veteran of Republican political campaigns who served as an aide plans a county mayor’s race in 2018 and is aggressively to county Mayor Mark Luttrell, a major booster; the supporting his employee this year as a possible hedge to other is Worth Morgan, scion of a major Memphis that effort. financial house, an insurance broker in his own right, Then there is Doris DeBerry Bradshaw, sister to and a newcomer to politics — albeit one with a major state Representative John DeBerry and an environmencampaign bankroll, thanks to big-time backing from the tal activist in her own right. city’s business elite.

Among the other candidates, property manager and With this much competition, there is a virtual cerreal estate broker John Cornes has waged an imprestainty of a runoff. The question is, which two candidates sive and industrious campaign, and Kirstin Cheers is will survive? It would seem equitable for the inevia member of the Whalum “education slate.” Adrian table showdown to be a one-of-each affair, matching a Jones, Louis Matthew Morganfield III, and George progressive against a conservative, but the mathematics Walker fill out the roster. suggest that dividing a constituent base by three yields There will be a runoff here. Count on it. a smaller dividend than division by two — especially District 5: This, a race to succeed mayoral candidate Jim when the lion’s share of the money will have been spent Strickland, is yet another seven-member contest, on the conservative end of the spectrum. (Morgan, all by but one in which five candidates can be said to have himself, is likely to set a record for spending in a council real support. district race — given his TV advertising and blanket They divide into two camps, roughly — the procoverage of major mid-city thoroughfares with yard gressives and the conservatives. The former group is a signs.) * 36 MO. LEASE (PLUS TAX) trio, composed of longtime neighborhood activist and District 6: Incumbent Edmund Ford Jr. would seem to $2039 DUEfinancially AT SIGNING governmental veteran Mary Wilder; architect and urbe in good shape, both and by virtue of his (PLUS TAX & DEALER FEES) ban designer Charles “Chooch” Pickard; and youthful impressively across-the-board political support. Both 10,000 MILES PER YEAR. lawyer and liberal activist John Marek. those factors should insulate him from any attempt to STK# 84525 All three have records of extensive involvement with organize voter resentment against him on account of his numerous completed or ongoing civic projects — examsiding with the majority council faction that voted for ples of which are the Greenway (Wilder), the Midtown pension reform and benefit cuts. overlay (Pickard), and the CLERB police-review board Possibly hoping to exploit any blowback from that — (Marek).Winner Pickard wasfor the first to declare; Wilder had or, alternatively, from Ford’s staunch full-tilt support of Best New Car Dealership the deeper and more seasoned bench of supporters; Mayor A C Wharton’s reelection campaign — are Perry Winner forlast, Best Dealership and Marek, who started got aLuxury nice bumpCar from an L. Bond and Delvin Lane. endorsement by 9th District congressman Steve Cohen, District 7: Now, here’s a true battle royale — with nine

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The interim successor to Harris was Berlin Boyd, who has twice been selected to fill in vacancies by council members and who has, perhaps understandably, tended to side with a majority that was both development-minded and open to fiscal austerities — a fact which, given the various political ferments of inner-city Memphis, leaves him potentially vulnerable to putsch efforts.

The most obvious challenger to Boyd is probably Thurston Smith, a Veterans Health Administration program manager who has been campaigning seriously for almost two years with consulting help from, consecutively, Liz Rincon and Rickey Peete. Smith has picked up some key endorsements.

Other candidates with some name recognition and possible followings are Anthony Anderson, a respected minister with some charter schools initiatives to his credit; Coby Smith, a vintage activist from 1960s civil rights struggles and a co-founder of the Invaders, a well-known militant group back then, and Michael Steven Moore, who, as he confessed to a crowd at a recent forum, is “known to a lot of people just as the son of [former Councilwoman] Barbara Swearengen Wade.”

The rest of the field is composed of Eric Dunn, Anthony Aimee Johnson, Alonzo Durell Lee, and David Vinciarelli.

If you’re keeping score, five out of seven of these district races are likely to be settled in runoff campaigns, featuring the top two vote-getters in each race and ending on November 19th.

See Cover Story, p. 16, for rundown on the Mayor’s race, at-large Council seats, and the City Court Clerk’s race.

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Since we at the Flyer were co-hosts of sorts for the debate, we take an understandable pride in that fact — not in having caused it, mind you, but in having the honor to be there to observe the results.

What was responsible for the remarkably uniform display of knowledge, insight, and improvisatory skill — all attributes which are surely prerequisites for serving as chief executive of the nation’s 22nd largest city — was the experience, day-in and day-out, of having to think about the subject of governing, talk about the subject of governing, and interact with citizens who had their own ideas about being governed — often contrary ones, but just as often complementary to those which this or that candidate has in mind to propose.

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To get to the launching pad for such progress requires, above all, being there — making oneself available to the public, that ... one will have the duty to represent.

Why are we making such a big deal of a simple truism? Because there is a countervailing theory these days of how democratic government works, and it has bought its way into the catbird seat. It is all well and good to be able to raise prodigious sums of money, as a few local candidates have done in the present election cycle. It is another thing altogether to hide behind one’s moneybags, as it were, deigning never to match wits with an opponent or even to submit to fairminded, unscripted exchanges with the public at large, but letting slick mail-outs and canned TV ads tell the tale — or make the sale, as it were.

A tale which — without the realitytesting that genuine public colloquy provides — could as easily be based on fiction as upon fact.

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Unexpected echoes of the Nathan B. Forrest issue in South Africa. criminal justice.

Efforts like those to remove statues are only half-measures if limited to issues of monuments and flags and park names.

This is because the statue issues and the contemporary issues of race are part of the same ongoing process of building a cohesive society out of disparate parts, of building a more perfect union.

Discussions about how to recognize our past should be a jumping-off point. Unfortunately, the model for working through our conflicted past, confrontational and divisive, often sucks the air out of efforts to confront the conflicted present.

To make the process more constructive, there must be a more thorough and honest look into the past and its effects on the present.That includes acknowledging the pain caused by symbols of oppression and the disadvantages and attitudes that linger from that era. Dismissals of the relevance and legitimacy of that pain with statements like “let’s move on” or “you can’t change history” only make productive dialogue more difficult.

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But a constructive process also involves accepting the difficulty, even pain, of having to release a social order that was so central to a way of life. Ignoring the lingering psychological impact of that loss, evident in opposition to the Forrest statue removal, and focusing only on indictment and retribution only widen the gulf in the conversation.

In South Africa, a truth and reconciliation commission was convened in the aftermath of apartheid to attempt a constructive reckoning with parts of this nation’s past. If we in Memphis are ever to really begin tackling the central dividing issue of race in our community, it seems we will need a similarly deliberate effort, a truth and reconciliation project, Memphis-style. The discussions about our controversial statue could be the beginning of that process.

Without it, we are likely to spend another decade or longer stuck arguing over infamous dead men rather than working to improve the place in which we live.

Daniel Kiel is a professor at the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. He is spending the semester at the University of the Free State in South Africa as a Fulbright scholar.

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Cecil John Rhodes is both famous and infamous in South Africa. He is famous as an arch-imperialist, involved in the colonial expansion in Southern Africa in the late 19th century that generated much of the economic infrastructure that still underlies South Africa today. He is infamous also as an arch-imperialist, involved in the subjugation of native Africans to help drive economic expansion, generating much of the social division that has plagued this country.

When I arrived in South Africa two months ago, I didn’t anticipate thinking much about Cecil John Rhodes, who died more than a century ago. Yet the local news was abuzz with coverage of a movement called Rhodes Must Fall.

Furious over a campus display of a symbol of a colonial and oppressive past, black students at the University of Cape Town organized to demand the removal of a Rhodes statue. After a month of protest, the statue was removed by the university. The Rhodes Must Fall movement has spread to other campuses and communities in South Africa and beyond, targeting not only Rhodes but also other figures from complicated pasts.

All of this resonated with a Memphian abroad because of our own experience with a statue of a long-deceased famous and infamous man. There was some comfort in seeing a society 8,000 miles from home grapple with the same difficult issues. Particularly in places with deep histories of division, a universal part of confronting that past is struggling with persistent symbols of it. Freed from my identity as a Memphian, I am able to follow the Rhodes story without my own local baggage and preconceptions.

One thing that is obvious is that Rhodes Must Fall was only partially about the past. The students were demonstrating not only against a symbol of an oppressive history, but also against persistent racial inequities on campus. The removal of the Rhodes statue may address the former, but does not touch the latter. If the statue’s removal is to be more than a symbolic event, the university community will have to continue the difficult work of addressing today’s issues.

The movement to remove the Forrest statue in Memphis is similarly about both past and present. There is symbolism of one kind in the commemoration of a Confederate general and symbolism of a very different kind in the push for its removal. But the Forrest controversy is significant because it occurs in a community with persistent racial disparities in areas from education to economics to

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DECISION 2015!

IT'S NOT JUST AN ELECTION, BUT A CHANCE FOR MEMPHIS TO REDEFINE ITSELF.

Change is in the air. That is a given. That’s the message of the slight but obvious uptick in early voting statistics over the equivalent period four years ago. That is what the pollsters and pundits are telling us as they assess the chances of prevailing for this or that candidate for mayor in the 2015 Memphis city election, which is just two weeks away, on October 8th.

So will the race for City Court Clerk, unique on the ballot for its lack of any real bellwether content, and so will those for the six of the 13 City Council seats selected by voters at large, the results of which races may well turn out to have long-term significance indeed.

The change of direction may not be obvious then. There are seven other City Council races decided by geographic district. These are discussed on page 12, and several of these may persist in uncertainty for six more weeks — until the runoff date of November 19th.

But meanwhile, we’ll likely have a good sense of the shape of our future from the election of our next mayor. The next mayor could be the same mayor we already have, of course — A C Wharton, who signaled change when he came into

City Hall via the special election of 2009. Back then, his supporters were chanting his slogan of “One Memphis,” to define the shift from the mayor he succeeded — Willie Herenton — a great change-maker himself when he narrowly won election in 1991 as Memphis’ first elected black mayor, and an ambitious reformer until four complete terms and a portion of another finally wore him down into resignation (both figurative and literal).

Has the time come, after only six years in office, for Wharton to pass from the scene as well? Manifestly, he doesn’t think so, but the voters might. A dozen private polls, formal and informal, suggested that possibility, including a public one, done

by Mason-Dixon for The Commercial Appeal that was taken very seriously in its prognosis of a tight race, that being almost a toss-up between the mayor and his closest challenger, Councilman Jim Strickland.

Strickland, a two-time budget chairman who made his reputation as a champion of austerity, has been running for mayor in his mind ever since his election to the council on his second try in 2007. His thinking was sped up by a snarled and straitened city fiscal situation that drew a pointed rebuke from State

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Debates have been a constant feature of the mayoral race. Here five candidates do last-minute cramming for an environmental forum.

L to r: Harold Collins, Jim Strickland, Sharon Webb, A C Wharton, and Mike Williams

THE CHALLENGERS OFFER COMPETING VERSIONS OF CHANGE, AND THE MAYOR HIMSELF HAS FOCUSED ON A REVISED URBAN FUTURE FOR MEMPHIS ... IN THE COURSE OF THEIR CAMPAIGNS, THESE CANDIDATES HAVE SET FORTH FOUR DISTINCT AND DIVERGENT PATHWAYS TO THE FUTURE. (The quoted remarks are from their summations except that of Strickland, who had to leave early. His opening remarks are excerpted from instead.)

Strickland: “I’m running for Mayor because, in general, I want to clean up Memphis. ... I have sponsored the volunteer code enforcement officer position [for individuals] to work with code officials and clean up their neighborhoods and other neighborhoods in the city. I have led the effort to create a grant program [to rehab] tax-dead properties. I want to work on a residential PILOT program, a tax incentive to help repopulate the inner city. We need to bring people into this city.

We’re not growing in population; we’re not growing in jobs. I ask for your support.”

Collins: “The choice is really, really clear: [Will we be] a cleaner city, a better city? Is our transportation system antiquated or up-to-date? Blight has caused a decline in our population and increased apathy among our citizens and crime hotspots in our city. We should not continue down this road any longer. [We need] real choices, real change, a sense of urgency to deal with these problems. These are not election year problems. We have heard these now for six years, or maybe even 13 years.”

Williams: “We need a master development plan, and then we need to do smart development. … We need to tear down or repurpose certain properties in our city. … Since we are the 22nd largest city in the United States, we need a transportation system that is commensurate with that. To say that we’re going to stop developing or bringing in businesses to property that is available is nonsense. It’s time for new,

Council races have attracted more than the usual amount of attention this year. Here a crowd at Trinity United Methodist Church followed a debate involving seven candidates running for an open 5th District seat. innovative ideas.”

Wharton: “I’ve had the courage to stand up and lead in the face of tremendous opposition. I revived Shelby Farms Park. [There are] the bike lanes; everybody loves them now. … There are those who had questions about the conservancies, who now embrace conservancies. And I will do even more. We have to dream big, of bike lanes across the Mississippi River, along the levee, of bike lanes throughout our city, and programs to get the bikes for the children there, taking children all over the state to see our parks. They’ll come back here. That’s the vision I have for the city. Let me continue that.”

There they are in one brief snapshot: Strickland as technocrat; Collins as alarmsounder; Williams as evolving planner; Wharton as self-styled futurist. All of them are rounder characters than that, of course, and one of them will guide us into the next age of Memphis. There are two more weeks to check them out, and we’ll doubtless have some more to say about them between now and October 8th.

Meanwhile, here are summaries of the at-large City Council positions that will be resolved for sure on Election Day. Super District 8, Position 1: This, like all the Super District contests, is winnertake-all, as a result of the 1991 ruling by the late federal Judge Jerry Turner that banned runoffs in at-large races — a category that, besides the mayor’s race and that for City Court Clerk, includes the two super-districts, each of which encompasses roughly half the city’s population.

Super District 8, predominantly African-American, encompasses the city's western half, including the city’s inner-city core.

“In so many words or less,” as Position 1 incumbent Joe Brown would say, he should have easy going against unsung opponents George Thompson and Victoria E. Young, Super District 8, Position 2: Janis Fullilove, notable for her firebrand advocacy of inner-city concerns, notorious for her penchant for getting into embarrassing scrapes, and somewhat beloved by (most of) her council mates for all that, is equally well-situated to prevail against opponents J. Eason and Isaac Wright.

Super District 8, Position 3: Now here’s a race — or at least a contest with the potential to be one. Mickell Lowery, son of the seat’s longtime possessor, the venerable Myron Lowery, has had abundant fund-raisers and significant shows of support resulting from them, and appears to be in good shape against opponents Jacqueline Camper and Martavius Jones.

Neither is a pushover, especially not Jones, who cut quite a figure as a pivotal member of the old Memphis School Board and was as responsible as anybody for the MCS charter surrender that led to the oh-so-temporary city/county school merger. But, once again, as with his near-loss last year to Reginald Milton in a County Commission race, Jones is running more or less on his own, without much money or a support network, as such.

Super District 9 basically encompasses the eastern part of the city and has a larger preponderance of white voters.

Super District 9, Position 1: You can’t fault Robin Spielberger, who has been ubiquitous in her cost-conscious campaign for a council seat and has picked up any number of across-the-spectrum endorsements in the process. And you can say about as much for Charley Burch, the perpetually youthful federal air traffic officer who is also, like Spielberger, challenging the seemingly entrenched continued on page 18

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Comptroller Justin Wilson in 2013 and in the last year forced service reductions and severe cuts in employee benefits and pensions.

The remedy Strickland has proposed is less a new vision than a prescription for tightening up and cracking down. Mindful of the violent flash mobs of 2014, he calls for tougher containment action against teen perpetrators. He wants Blue CRUSH writ large and would lobby, too, for elevating repeat domestic abuse to the status of felony. He would rid the city of blight, and he talks of stricter and more transparent accountability standards for public employees.

In the election-year environment, Strickland has downplayed his erstwhile fiscal concerns, perhaps in view of public uneasiness regarding cuts in employee benefits and many resignations in the ranks of the city’s first responders.

This latter concern is very much on the minds of the two other serious challengers for mayor — Councilman Harold Collins and Mike Williams, the president of the Memphis Police Association, on sabbatical for the duration of this election campaign. Both have made restoration of the lost benefits, in whole or in part, a centerpiece of their campaigns.

Collins and Williams also say they would pursue strategies on behalf of citizens trapped on the lower economic rungs, building prosperity from the ground up.

Collins questions the value of what he calls the “$9 and $10” jobs resulting from the city’s current industrial recruitment policy and insists on a crash program to provide well-paid high-tech jobs to keep the city’s youth from seeking greener pastures.

Williams has talked of slowing the quest for big industry — and the tax abatements that go with it — long enough to upgrade city government’s core services, and to focus on helping smaller businesses survive. He has evolved his campaign from what many assumed would be a concentration on the lost-benefits issue alone into a wider-ranging consideration of matters like solar energy and a revamping of the city’s MATA bus service.

The challengers offer competing versions of change, and the mayor himself has focused on a revised urban future for Memphis — pitching to millennials and touting new parks and greenways and up-by-the-bootstraps programs and boasting of his ability to latch on to funding from outside the city, meanwhile promising more new and shiny treasures like the Bass Pro Pyramid.

In the course of their campaigns, these candidates have set forth four distinct and divergent pathways to the future.

There have been several mayoral debates this campaign year, most of them involving the core four — Wharton, Strickland, Collins, and Williams. Here, as one example of their approaches, are excerpts from their statements at a Sierra Club/League of Women Voters forum held on Monday night, one that focused entirely on environmental concerns.

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incumbent, Kemp Conrad.

Spielberger and Burch are so into it that their intensity has boiled over into an ongoing quarrel over the placement of their signs, with Burch claiming that Spielberger has uprooted a key sign of his and replaced it with hers. (She denies it, blaming an errant supporter.)

Conrad is seen by both of his challengers (and by supporters of CLERB, for his sponsorship of a delay in council consideration of the police-review agency) as a symbol of the establishment. Conrad, who has generous support from business interests, probably wouldn’t quarrel with that idea. His incumbency and a visibility sure to be enforced by sufficient advertising (which he can afford) in the campaign’s latter days give him a major edge.

Super District 9, Position 2: Who is Philip Spinosa? Between now and October 8th, you will have seen him — or images of him — on your TV set in wellproduced commercials and, if you reside in the sprawling District 9 area, in your mailbox in equally well-produced mailers. Now that early voting has started, you have a fair chance of seeing him greeting arrivals at this or that polling place.

(That’s if Spinosa follows the example of Reid Hedgepeth, who won election to the council in 2007 by following that formula.)

Where you probably won’t see the youthful FedEx sales executive, who — thanks to the generosity of the city’s business elite — has a massive campaign treasury, is in a public forum in a give-and-take situation alongside four rival candidates.

Each of those others has a story to tell. Pastor and former school board member Kenneth Whalum, a self-styled “gadfly,” is a declared foe of the status quo and an apostle for a newly configured municipal school district. He heads an informal “education slate” composed of council candidates in other races. Paul Shaffer, an official of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, has a working-class outlook and good name recognition in union circles and among democrats at large.

Stephanie Gatewood is another former school board member with a record of involvement in numerous causes. And Lynn Moss, a Cordovan, belongs to that stable of disaffected Memphians who are running hard for rank-and-file causes like restored employee benefits, saving the Mid-South Coliseum, and, in her case, for the right of de-annexation.

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DECISION 2015!

The races have their share of underdogs. Here candidates Charley Burch (right), running for Super District 9, Position 1, and Zachary Ferguson (second from right), candidate for the Super District 9, Position 3 seat, make their pitches to picnicking democrats Steve Steffens (left) and Joe Weinberg.

Spinosa’s financial edge, blue-ribbon sponsorship, and ongoing advertising blitz all give him an edge in a winner-take-all format. Although Moss gave him at least nominal opposition for the official Shelby County Republican endorsement, Spinosa also ended up claiming that credential.

Super District 9, Position 3: The aforementioned Hedgepeth has served on the council quietly and, in the judgment of many, effectively — faithfully representing the point of view of the business community, but suggesting development projects of his own and backing those of his colleagues, including those dear to the hearts of inner-city residents, like the Raleigh Springs Mall renovation.

Hedgepeth’s proudest moment came in 2012, when he broke his customary

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City Court Clerk: This is another nonrunoff race, and it would be strange indeed if Kay Spalding Robilio, who logged 30-odd years as a judge, first in City Court, then in Circuit Court, did not end up with a comfortable plurality.

Not that her opponents are slouches.

What they amount to en masse is an unusually concentrated collection of African-American candidates with governmental experience or name recognition or, in most cases, both. And that’s the problem. There are so many of them that they will inevitably slice up and splinter each other’s vote totals (such is the demographic fact of life, like it or not), leaving Robilio, a white female still well-regarded and liked in the community at large, well in the lead.

Robilio was basically pressured to resign her Circuit Court judgeship in 2013 at a time when she was charged with misconduct by a state ethics board for personally investigating facts pertaining to a child custody case in her court. The reality is that, while such a breach of the canon might — and did — appear serious within the legal community, it is not the sort of offense likely to seem especially scandalous to a lay public.

Meanwhile, several of Robilio’s opponents have had their own bumps in the road. But, again, their main drawback as aspirants for the clerkship is that they will seriously reduce each other’s vote totals. For the record, they include: County Commissioner Justin Ford; current councilwoman and former school board member Wanda Halbert; and former councilman and Juvenile Court Clerk, Shep Wilbun.

In addition, Thomas Long II bears a name so close to that of his father, the outgoing clerk, as to be seriously confusing, and William Chism Jr.’s last name will remind voters of former county commisioner and interim state Senator Sidney Chism, who still remains a political broker of note. Antonio Harris, a longtime employee of the clerk’s office, can tout his experience there, unique in the field.

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silence to make a powerful and probably decisive statement in favor of adding “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to the language of the city’s workplace-protection ordinance. That action won him the endorsement this year of the Tennessee Equality Project, even though one of his two opponents, Zachary Ferguson, the director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries at St. John’s United Methodist Church, is openly gay.

The other candidate, Stephen Christian, a Nike employee, is, like Ferguson, a political newcomer whose horizons may be somewhat down the line.

The well-financed Hedgepeth, whose campaign signs rival those of Spinosa and Morgan in omnipresence, should finish well ahead.

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Gangsta Walkers

By Chris Davis

Epic may be an overused word these days, but when it comes to describing one of Jaquency Ford’s Old School vs New School Gangsta Walk events, it’s just about the only word that fits.

Old School vs New School 4 has attracted Gangsta Walkers and enthusiasts from across the Southeast and from as far away as Oklahoma. It features five solo and five tag-team Gangsta Walk battles, in addition to musical performances and special dance showcases. It’s a test to see if old school Walkers like Mike Mo and Cino can keep up with new school dancers like King Dre and Ocean. And to see if the new school dancers can measure up to the old school’s exacting standards.

“It’s all about respect,” says Ford, who will also square off against Gangsta Curtee in the evening’s main event. Ford’s always happy to show off his moves, but he’s even more excited to assemble so much Memphis dance history in one building.

“I finally got a chance to get all of the old school Gangsta Walkers in one building at the same time, and that hasn’t happened in 15 or 20 years,” he says. “It will be fun to see those guys out on the floor. Because to a lot of people, the old guys are like a myth. They’ve only been heard of. And maybe seen a clip or two.”

Julius Ward aka Hurricane from the seminal dance crew G-Style is scheduled to perform in a solo showcase, as is Marcus Bowers, who’s sometimes described as the man who created the Gangsta Walk. “He was before G-Style,” Ford says. “He was before everybody’s time, and we’re honoring him.”

The Gangsta Walk is the balletic, footwork-heavy style of urban dance that was born in Memphis and is the foundation for Memphis jookin’.

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Dishes inspired by sports media figures.

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Rodeo of the Mid-South comes to the fair.

Calendar, p. 31 SATURDAY September 26

THURSDAY September 24

FRIDAY September 25

Repair Days Metal Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Drop off your dented, dinged, and done-in metalware today and Friday. Saturday’s fun includes demos, dinner, a live auction, and a talk by master metalsmith Linda Threadgill. Continues through Sunday. For more information, go to metalmuseum.org.

The Matchmaker Playhouse on the Square, 8 p.m., $22 Following the exploits of matchmaker Dolly Levi, set in turnof-the-20th century New York.

Art Trolley Tour South Main Arts District, 6-9 p.m.

The Art Trolley Tour marks its 15th anniversary tonight with a parade of trolley buses starting at 6 p.m.

“Navigator” Box Gallery, 5-7 p.m.

Opening reception for this exhibition of new paintings and installation by Laura J. Lawson at University of Memphis’ student-run gallery.

“Among Horses” Levy Gallery, Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary’s School, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Opening reception for this group exhibit by Jimpsie Ayres, Carol Sams, and Jeanne Seagle, with each artist focusing on one subject: the horse.

Spaytacular Gala ANF Architects, 5-9 p.m., $55 Annual fund-raiser for Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services featuring food, beer and wine, a wine pull, a silent auction, and music by Ciera Ouellette and Brandon Ticer and Tommy LoBianco.

Booksigning by Audrey Taylor Gonzalez The Booksellers at Laurelwood, 2 p.m.

Audrey Taylor Gonzalez signs her novel South of Everything, a coming-of-age story set in 1940s Germantown.

Pat Halloran

It’s Pat

By Chris Davis

There was a full house for the grand opening of downtown’s new Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education.

Then again, any house that Pat Halloran’s in is a full house. (rimshot!) But for real, I’m only making mean jokes about Halloran because he’s being roasted in the Peabody Hotel’s Grand Ballroom this week to raise money for his new namesake education center. And also because it’s fun.

But for real real, if anybody deserves a fancy dinner and night in the spotlight, it’s Halloran. The guy’s got three Tony Awards. He moved to the Mid-South in 1969 and founded Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Mid-South shortly thereafter. He was a city council member in the 1970s, and in 1980, he started working with the Memphis Development Foundation where he helped raise money to save the Orpheum Theatre and restore it to its 1920s-era opulence. Halloran received the Broadway League’s Outstanding Broadway Executive Award in 1999 and was elected to that organization’s Board of Governors in 2002. That’s just the tip of a pretty impressive resume.

The new Halloran Centre on South Main, just south of Beale, is an impressive new addition to the downtown landscape and the crowning achievement of a man who will otherwise be remembered for his failures. Like …

Do you remember that Pat Halloran ran for mayor? You don’t? Well, it was a long time ago. A long, long time ago. And he lost.

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Déjà Vu Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education, 7:30 p.m., $25 A retrospective performance by Collage Dance Collective.

BreakFest Water Tower Pavilion on Broad, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Somewhere Ron and Leslie are smiling: a festival dedicated to breakfast foods with a bloody Mary competition, music, games, vendors and more. Benefiting the Urban Bicycle Food Ministry.

Stars at the Shell Levitt Shell, 8 p.m., $25, $150 VIP Annual fund-raising concert for the Levitt Shell. Featured headliners are Three Dog Night.

Mid-South Pride Festival & Parade Robert Church Park, 10 a.m.

Annual gay pride festival and parade. This year’s theme is Love Equal Loves. Includes a car show, live music, and appearances by Bella DuBalle and Miss Gay America.

Later at 7 p.m. at the Brass Door, there’s the Lady Parts Justice V to Shining V after-party, featuring a concert, comedy, and a silent auction. Tickets are $10.

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“#SeeJustice” Co-Motion Studio, 6-10 p.m.

A multi-media art exhibit “to spotlight Memphis’ marginalized voices and to shed light on their interactions with the criminal justice system.” Featured artists include Frank D. Robinson, Jr., Amie Vanderford, Tray L. Butler, Aylen Mercado, and CLonzell Williams.

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A departure from the “nutso man-child characters” for Johnny Depp.

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Welcome to Gonerfest 12 The annual garage rock festival returns.

September 24-30, 2015

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Industries). These asterisk-obligating Aussies will be followed by Memphis’ own NOTS. Next up, Detroit’s tireless Timmy Lampinen performs as Timmy’s Organism before Ty Segall performs his first and only live show under the T. Rex-rendering musical persona “Ty-Rex” (to celebrate Goner Records’ November release of the Ty-Rex discography full-length). Headlining Friday is the legendary Sonny Vincent, best known for founding the criminally underrated first-wave punk rock band The Testors.

Thursday, September 24th Since their last Gonerfest bill two years ago, Ex-Cult has toured extensively behind their great Midnight Passenger sophomore album and follow-up 12-inch EP Cigarette Machine, making for the well-oiled band that will ring Gonerfest 12’s proverbial opening bell at the Cooper-Young Gazebo at 5:30 p.m., Thursday afternoon. That evening, the HiTone features locals the Sheiks (whose latest 7-inch “I’m Broke” Ty Segall b/w “I’m Gonna Make It in My Mind” was just released). Up next is the ragged and scrappy pop of Australia’s the Pink Tiles, the Saturday, September 26th foreboding urban psych of Ex-Cult’s Saturday at Gonerfest means the “nineJ.B. Horrell and wife Laurel Ferdon band blowout” portion of the festival at (ex-NOTS) as Aquarian Blood, and an Murphy’s, when said number of bands accurate purveyor of the oft-misused blaze by between 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. “dark punk” tag via New Orleans’ Gary thanks to the clockwork alternation Wrong Group. New York’s Pampers between the indoor and outdoor stages and Jack Oblivian close out night one. that allows for back-to-back sets.

The New Orleans trio of Rob Watson Friday, September 25th Craig III (of Giorgio Murderer/Buck Friday afternoon’s 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Biloxi fame), Sarah Mason (proprietor parking lot show at the Buccaneer of Pelican Pow Wow Records), and features Birmingham’s Nowhere ex-NOTS member Carly Greenwell Squares, Melbourne, Australia’s Kit is Black Abba, who, along with the Convict & Thee Terrible Two, the recent Goner Records roster additions, Bay Area’s Pookie & the Poodlez, and kick off the afternoon on the indoor Manhunt from Austin. stage. Craig III will then pop over to A short break later, and it’s the the outdoor stage to draw from his heavy and mean psych-noise-punk of bottomless well of personalities as Lord Oakland’s Musk, who open the evening High Panther, which will precede his at the Hi-Tone and whose self-titled headlining set as Giorgio Murderer album (released last year by the Holy (indoor stage) by several hours. Also Mountain label) comes recommended. anticipated is Christchurch, New Then Cuntz bring their decidedly Zealand’s Salad Boys with the most Australian blunt-force punk-noise infectious and generally well-crafted back to Gonerfest in the wake of a version of New Zealand’s Flying Nun great third LP Here Come the Real “sound” since that label’s late-’80s/ Boys (released last year by Chunklet early-’90s heyday. Up next is Shadow in

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e are once again staring down an installment of Goner Records’ annual throwdown, and this one is packed with 35 bands (from far corners of the globe to local heavy hitters) and spread across four days and five venues (the Hi-Tone, Murphy’s, the Buccaneer, CooperYoung Gazebo, and Crosstown Arts, who will host the accompanying “The Art of Graceland Too” exhibit).

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Sunday, September 27th For Sunday afternoon’s closing ceremonies (Cooper-Young Gazebo), it’s King Louie’s Katrina Memories — Louie Bankston’s one-man band with monologues based on the storm that annihilated the hometown that defines Bankston and many others who will be performing and attending Gonerfest.

Alicja Trout’s excellent power-trio River City Tanlines will shut the whole thing down.

For more information on Gonerfest 12 including information on Golden Passes and single event tickets, visit gonerfest.com.

FEATURED SHOWS

SATURDAY, 9/26 • 6PM

V3FIGHTS DRAKE’S BACON & BEER FESTIVAL SUNDAY, 9/27 • 10AM

BEACH HOUSE

MONDAY, 9/28 • 8PM

DEATH GRIPS

THURSDAY, 10/1 • 8PM

MEG MYERS

TUESDAY, 10/6 • 7PM

RUN THE JEWELS TUESDAY, 10/6 • 8PM

DANZIG

WEDNESDAY, 10/7 • 6:30PM

FATHER JOHN MISTY LEELA JAMES

SATURDAY, 10/10 • 8PM

THE NEW MASTERSOUNDS

WEDNESDAY, 10/21 • 7PM

THE SHEEPDOGS

TUESDAY, 10/27 • 8PM

THE LACS

FRIDAY, 10/30 • 7PM

ZOOGMA

FRIDAY, 10/30 • 8PM

COLLECTIVE SOUL TUESDAY, 11/24 • 7PM

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the Cracks, the new side project of the Blind Shake’s Jim and Mike Blaha. The sibling duo has an upcoming self-titled debut on Goner, out this October.

Headlining the outdoor stage is Memphis’ Sweet Knives — essentially the reformed Lost Sounds (one of the more important players in the modern garage-punk movement’s evolution) with the obvious exception of Jay Reatard, who co-led the band with Alicja Trout (Sweet Knives is the vehicle for her Lost Sounds compositions). And let’s not forget sets

by Cleveland’s extremely prolific Obnox (ex-This Moment in Black History, ex-Bassholes), Kansas City’s Wet Ones, and the U.K.’s Ultimate Painting.

New Orleans’ First open Saturday night at the Hi-Tone and feature (spoiler alert!) headliner Quintron plus other NOLA notables. As for the concept, the band’s name is derived from the rule that they only occupy an evening’s first time slot. Richmond, Virginia’s Ar-Kaics will then do a fine frozen-in-time re-creation of the most minimal of ’60s cave-punk before an altogether different take on punk by Hank Wood and the Hammerheads, who, despite a name that suggests low-level mafia muscle moonlighting as particularly antagonistic rockabilly revivalists, do bring the antagonism and apply it in generous quantities to the timeless catchiness of the New Bomb Turks mixed with the intensity of Damaged-era Black Flag. Following the aggression of Hank Wood is the mayor of Rabbithole, U.S.A., aka NOBUNNY, to charm the pants off of everyone else in the room with his first Gonerfest appearance in four years. Words don’t do the Blind Shake’s live show justice (as will be confirmed by anyone who saw their Gonerfest 10 appearance), and Jim and Mike Blaha’s (plus co-founder Dave Roper on drums) culmination of updated ’90s noise rock and visceral garage-punk (perfected on last year’s Goner release, Breakfast of Failures) is absolutely not to be missed.

As per the earlier mention, the can’tgo-wrong proposition of Quintron will headline.

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The King Beez Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.; B.B. King’s All Stars Thursdays, Fridays, 8 p.m.; Will Tucker Band Fridays, Saturdays, 5 p.m.; Lisa G and Flic’s Pic’s Band Saturdays, Sundays, 12:30 p.m.; Blind Mississippi Morris Sundays, 5 p.m.; Memphis Jones Sundays, Wednesdays 5:30 p.m.; Doc Fangaz and the Remedy Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

Blue Note Bar & Grill 341-345 BEALE 577-1089

Queen Ann & the Memphis Blues Masters Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m.-midnight.

Blues City Cafe 138 BEALE 526-3637

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Brad Birkedahl Band Thursdays, Wednesdays, 8 p.m.; Blind Misssissippi Morris Blues Duo Saturday, Sept. 26, 12:30-4:30 p.m.; The Memphis 3 Sundays, 6 p.m., and Mondays, 7 p.m.; FreeWorld Sundays, 9:30 p.m.; Earl “The Pearl” Banks Tuesdays, 7 p.m.

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Mondays-Thursdays, 7-11 p.m.; 1st Floor: Super 5 Fridays, Saturdays, 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m.; After Dark Band Sundays, 7-11 p.m.

Flynn’s Restaurant and Bar 159 BEALE

Chris Gales Tuesday-Saturday, noon-8 p.m.; Karaoke ongoing, 8:30 p.m.

Hard Rock Cafe 126 BEALE 529-0007

Solice Thursday, Sept. 24, 8-9 p.m.; Karaoke Unplugged Thursday, Sept. 24, 8 p.m.-midnight; Memphis Jones Friday, Sept. 25, 7-10 p.m.; Ben Sturgell Friday, Sept. 25, 8-11 p.m.; Fingertrick Saturday, Sept. 26, 7-10 p.m.; Brandon Cunning & The Hard Rocks Wednesday, Sept. 30, 7-10 p.m.

Itta Bena 145 BEALE 578-3031

Susan Marshall Fridays, Saturdays, 7-10 p.m.

Jerry Lee Lewis’ Cafe & Honky Tonk 310 BEALE 654-5171

Gary Hardy & Mempis 2 ongoing, 5 and 7 p.m.; The Jason James Trio FridaysSundays, 7-11 p.m.; Rockin’ Joey Trites and the Memphis Flash Saturdays, 3-7 p.m., and Wednesdays, 7-11 p.m.

David Bowen Thursdays, 5:309:30 p.m., Fridays, Saturdays, 6:30-10:30 p.m., and Sundays, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

King’s Palace Cafe’s Patio 162 BEALE 521-1851

Mack 2 Band Mondays-Fridays, 2-6 p.m.; Fuzzy Jeffries & the Kings of Memphis Thursdays, 6:30-10:30 p.m.; Nate Dogg and the Fellas Fridays, Saturdays, 6:30-10:30 p.m.; McDaniel Band Saturdays, 2-6 p.m.; Cowboy Neil Sundays, 2-6 p.m., and Mondays, 6:30-10:30 p.m.; Chic Jones Sundays, Tuesdays, 6:30-10:30 p.m.; Sensation Band Wednesdays, 6:30-10:30 p.m.

King’s Palace Cafe Tap Room 168 BEALE 576-2220

Don Valentine Thursdays, Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-midnight; Mississippi BigFoot Fridays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Chic Jones, Blues Express Fridays, 9 p.m.1 a.m., and Saturdays, 8 p.m.midnight; Vince Johnson and the Plantation Allstars Wednesdays, 8 p.m.-midnight.

New Daisy Theatre 330 BEALE 525-8981

Here Come the Mummies with Mighty Souls Brass Band Friday, Sept. 25, 7-10 p.m.; Disco Donnie Presents Ruby Rose Friday, Sept. 25, 11 p.m.-midnight; The Vaudevillians starring Jinkx Monsoon & Major Scale Saturday, Sept. 26, 7 p.m.

Vince Johnson and the Boogie Blues Band Thursdays, 8 p.m.-midnight; Pam and Terry Fridays, Saturdays, 5:308:30 p.m.; Memphis Blues Society Jam Sundays, 7-11 p.m.

Rum Boogie Cafe’s Blues Hall 182 BEALE 528-0150

Memphis Bluesmasters Thursdays, 8 p.m.-midnight; Plantation Allstars Fridays, Saturdays, 3-7 p.m.; Low Society Sundays, 8 p.m.-midnight; The Dr. “Feel Good” Potts Band Mondays, 8 p.m.midnight; McDaniel Band Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 8 p.m.-midnight.

Silky O’Sullivan’s 183 BEALE 522-9596

Sept. 26, 7 p.m.; Roxi Love Sunday, Sept. 27, 7-11 p.m.

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The Plexx 380 E.H. CRUMP 744-2225

Blind Bear Speakeasy

Old School Blues & Jazz Fridays, Saturdays, 9 p.m.

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Purple Haze Nightclub

Live Music Thursdays-Saturdays, 10 p.m.; Objekt 12 Live Friday, Sept. 25, 8-11 p.m.

Brass Door Irish Pub

140 LT. GEORGE W. LEE 577-1139

DJ Dance Music ongoing, 10 p.m.

152 MADISON 572-1813

Riverfront Bar & Grill

Brinson’s

Local Music Friday Fridays, 6-8 p.m.

Live Music Fridays.

341 MADISON 524-0104

Melting Pot: Artist Showcase Thursdays, 7-11 p.m.

Double J Smokehouse & Saloon

251 RIVERSIDE

Rumba Room 303 S. MAIN 523-0020

Salsa Night Saturdays, 8:30 p.m.-3 a.m.

Barbara Blue ThursdaysFridays, Wednesdays, 79 p.m., Saturdays, 5-9 p.m., and Sundays, 4-9 p.m.; Dueling Pianos Thursdays, Wednesdays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Fridays, Saturdays, 9 p.m.-3 a.m., and Sundays, Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-midnight.

Live Music Thursdays, 7-11 p.m., Fridays-Saturdays 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

DJ Cody Fridays, Saturdays, 10 p.m.

The Halloran Centre

South Main

Tin Roof

Broadway and BBQ Monday, Sept. 28, 7-9 p.m.

Jack Robinson Photography Gallery

Huey’s Downtown

Kanye West Tribute Sunday, Sept. 27, 5-8 p.m.

315 BEALE

Roxi Love Monday, Sept. 28, 7-11 p.m.

Wet Willie’s 209 BEALE 578-5650

Live Bands Fridays, Saturdays, 7-11 p.m.; Blind Mississippi Morris Blues Duo Friday, Sept.

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225 S. MAIN 529-4299

77 S. SECOND 527-2700

Soul Shockers Sunday, Sept. 27, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Paulette’s RIVER INN, 50 HARBOR TOWN SQUARE 260-3300

The Silly Goose 100 PEABODY PLACE 435-6915

44 HULING 576-0708

Spindini 383 S. MAIN 578-2767

Jeff Crosslin Thursdays, 7-11 p.m.

Live Pianist Thursdays, 5:308:30 p.m., Fridays and Satur-

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Marcella & Her Lovers Friday, Sept. 25; DJ Dropout Boogie Saturday, Sept. 26; John Paul Keith & Friends Happi Hour Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.; John Paul Keith Wednesday, Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m.

Bhan Thai

Boscos

1324 PEABODY 272-1538

2120 MADISON 432-2222

Loveland Duren Fridays, 7-10 p.m.; Two Peace Saturdays, 7-10:30 p.m.

Sunday Brunch with Joyce Cobb Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Blue Monkey

The Buccaneer

2012 MADISON 272-BLUE

1368 MONROE 278-0909

Karaoke Thursdays, 9 p.m.midnight.

Devil Train Mondays, 8 p.m.; Dave Cousar Tuesdays, 11 p.m.

Murphy’s 1589 MADISON 726-4193

Christ United Methodist Church

DJ Tree Fridays, 10 p.m.; DJ Taz Saturdays, 10 p.m.; Jeremy Stanfill and Joshua Cosby Sundays, 6-9 p.m.; Candy Company Mondays.

Jesseray with JT Habershah Thursday, Sept. 24; Accidental Field Trip Friday, Sept. 25; Gonerfest Afternoon Blowout Saturday, Sept. 26, 1-8 p.m.

The Cove

Overton High School

Dan McGuinness Pub

2559 BROAD 730-0719

1770 LANIER

4694 SPOTTSWOOD 761-3711

Jazz with Ed Finney and Friends Thursdays, 9 p.m.; Smokin’ J’s Friday, Sept. 25, 10 p.m.; Objekt 12 Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 p.m.; Justin White Mondays, 7 p.m.; Richard James Tuesdays, 7 p.m.; Karaoke Wednesdays, 10 p.m.

Dru’s Place

United States Marine Band Saturday, Sept. 26, 7:30-9 p.m.

P&H Cafe 1532 MADISON 726-0906

Goner Records 2152 YOUNG 722-0095

GONERFEST 12 Thursday, Sept. 24, 5:30 p.m.

Hi-Tone 412-414 N. CLEVELAND 278-TONE

Gonerfest 12 Thursday, Sept. 24, 8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 25, 8 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 26, 8 p.m.; The Chameleons, Soft Kill, The Pop Ritual Sunday, Sept. 27, 9 p.m.; Open Mic Comedy Night Tuesdays, 9 p.m.

Folk’s Folly Prime Steak House

Bluezday Thurzday Thursdays, 8-11:45 p.m.; Cowboy Bob’s Roundup Mondays, 8-11:45 p.m.; Sing for Your Supper last Tuesday of every month, 6:30-9 p.m.

Sports Junction 1911 POPLAR 244-7904

Live DJ Fridays.; Live music Saturdays.; Karaoke Wednesdays.

Strano Sicilian Kitchen 948 S. COOPER 552-7122

Davy Ray Bennett Sundays, Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m.

Wild Bill’s 1580 VOLLINTINE 207-3975

The Soul Connection Fridays, Saturdays, 11 p.m.-3 a.m.

Levitt Shell 1928 POPLAR 272-2722

Three Dog Night Saturday, Sept. 26, 8 p.m.

Minglewood Hall

Karaoke and Dance Music with DJ Funn Mondays, 7-10 p.m.

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Intimate Piano Lounge featuring Charlotte Hurt Mondays-Thursdays, 5-9:30 p.m.; Larry Cunningham Fridays, Saturdays, 6-10 p.m.

Huey’s Poplar 4872 POPLAR 682-7729

The Settlers Sunday, Sept. 27, 4-7 p.m.; Young Petty Thieves Sunday, Sept. 27, 8:30 p.m.12:30 a.m.

Mortimer’s 590 N. PERKINS 761-9321

Van Duren Thursdays, 6:308:30 p.m.

Various locations WWW.OPERAMEMPHIS.ORG

30 Days of Opera.

Lafayette’s Music Room 2119 MADISON 207-5097

El Toro Loco

The Phoenix 1015 S. COOPER 338-5223

Huey’s Midtown

Scott and Vanessa Sudbury Thursday, Sept. 24, 6 p.m.; The Nightowls Album Release Thursday, Sept. 24, 9-11 p.m.; American Fiction Friday, Sept.

25, 10 p.m.; BB King’s All Stars Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 p.m.; Joe Restivo 4 Sundays, 11 a.m.; Midtown Hoedown Tuesday, Sept. 29, 8 p.m.

Acoustic with Charvey Tuesdays, 8:30 p.m.; Karaoke Wednesdays, 8 p.m.

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The Chaulkies Sunday, Sept. 27, 4-7 p.m.; The Daddy Mack Band Sunday, Sept. 27, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

John Mark McMillan “Tongues of Fire” Tour, with special guest the Brilliance Monday, Sept. 28, 6-9 p.m.

Rock Starkaraoke Fridays; Open Mic Music with Tiffany Harmon Mondays, 9 p.m.midnight.

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Karaoke Fridays-Sundays.

4488 POPLAR 683-3521

University of Memphis Ubee’s 521 S. HIGHLAND 323-0900

Karaoke Wednesdays, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.

East Memphis Buckman Performing Arts Center at St. Mary’s School 60 N. PERKINS EXT. 537-1483

Blind Boys of Alabama Sunday, Sept. 27, 7 p.m.

Poplar/I-240 Neil’s Music Room 5727 QUINCE 682-2300

The Thrill at Neil’s featuring Jack Rowell and Triplethret Thursdays, 8 p.m.-midnight; Eddie Smith Fridays, 8 p.m.; Natchez Saturday, Sept. 26, 8 p.m.; Sax on Sunday: Straight-Ahead and Mainstream Jazz fourth Sunday of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Gene Nunez and Debbie Jamison Tuesdays, 6 p.m.; Elmo and the Shades Wednesdays, 8 p.m.-midnight.

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BEACH HOUSE This Monday night, Baltimore dream-pop act Beach House will perform at Minglewood Hall.

Beach House are no strangers to the Midtown venue, as they played there in 2012 with Wild Nothing. Since then, the band has released multiple albums, including this summer’s Depression Cherry. While the band can still be considered underground, they are on the fringe of “making it,” along with other accessible dream-pop performers like Mac DeMarco.

Beach House have such a strong following that the band recently revealed their “Set List Creator,” a function of their website that allows fans to choose any three songs from their extensive catalog. If the song gets picked enough, the band will play it or something similar, as the band explained on Facebook: “While on tour, we change our set list every night, and certain songs get played only a few times per tour. This device will allow us to know if there is a large number of people wanting to hear a certain song in any one place. It’s not that we will definitely follow it, but it will certainly influence our set lists.”

Joining Beach House on tour is San Francisco songwriter Jessica Pratt. Birth Records, the semi-active label run by Tim Presley of White Fence, DRINKS, and W-X, released Pratt’s debut album. Pratt has an amazing voice and quickly made the jump from Birth to Drag City (Ty Segall, Wand, White Fence) for her second album On Your Own Love Again. While Beach House definitely sound like a modern band, Pratt’s music has a distinct timelessness to it, which should make for a interesting contrast at Monday night’s show. As mentioned earlier, Beach House’s fan base is growing at a rapid rate, so you may want to get tickets in advance. — Chris Shaw Beach House and Jessica Pratt, Monday, September 28th at Minglewood Hall, 8 p.m. $25

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Lannie McMillan Jazz Trio Sundays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Summer/Berclair

Old Whitten Tavern 2800 WHITTEN 379-1965

Live Music Fridays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Karaoke with Ricky Mack Mondays, 10 p.m.-1 a.m.; Open Mic with Susie and Bob Salley Wednesdays, 8 p.m.

Collierville Huey’s Collierville 2130 W. POPLAR 854-4455

Strangelove Trio Sunday, Sept.

27, 8-11:30 p.m.

Delta Joe Sanders & Friends every other Tuesday, 8-11 p.m.; Pubapalooza with Stereo Joe every other Wednesday, 8-11 p.m.

Whitehaven/ Airport Marlowe’s Ribs & Restaurant 4381 ELVIS PRESLEY 332-4159

Karaoke with DJ Stylez Thursdays, Sundays, 10 p.m.

Starbucks

The Kymistry Band Sunday, Sept. 27, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Huey’s Germantown 7677 FARMINGTON 318-3034

Memphis Rockabilly Trio Sunday, Sept. 27, 8-11:30 p.m.; Deering and Down Wednesday, Sept. 30, 5-7 p.m.

High Point Pub 477 HIGH POINT TERRACE 452-9203

Huey’s Southwind 7825 WINCHESTER 624-8911

North Mississippi/ Tunica Bally’s CASINO CENTER DRIVE IN TUNICA, MS 1-800-38-BALLY

Jerry Braxton Friday, Sept. 25, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Gary Escoe’s Atomic Dance Machine Saturday, Sept. 26, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

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Live Music Thursdays, 5 p.m.; Karaoke Tuesdays.

Hollywood Casino 1150 CASINO STRIP RESORT, TUNICA, MS 662-357-7700

Live Entertainment Fridays, Saturdays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Horseshoe Casino Tunica 1021 CASINO CENTER, TUNICA, MS 800-357-5600

In Legends Stage Bar: Live Entertainment Nightly ongoing.

Huey’s Southaven 7090 MALCO, SOUTHAVEN, MS 662-349-7097

Buckles & Boots Sunday, Sept. 27, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Mesquite Chop House 5960 GETWELL, SOUTHAVEN, MS 662-890-2467

Pam and Terry Thursdays, 7-10 p.m.

Tunica Roadhouse 1107 CASINO CENTER, TUNICA, MS 662-363-4900

Live Music Fridays, Saturdays.

Wadford’s Grill & Bar 474 CHURCH, SOUTHAVEN, MS 662-510-5861

Winchester/ Hickory Hill

662DJ, Karaoke/Open Mic Saturdays, 7-11 p.m.

LoVe Lounge

Raleigh

7144 WINCHESTER RD

Melodic Mondays fourth Monday of every month, 4-10 p.m.

Mugs Pub 4396 RALEIGH-LAGRANGE 372-3556

Karaoke Fridays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

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Grif ’s Gifts Live - Welcome to the Stage Mondays-Sundays, 6-7:30 p.m.

Hadley’s Pub 2779 WHITTEN 266-5006

Steak Night w/ Scott and Vanessa Sudbury Thursday, Sept.

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Shelby Forest General Store 7729 BENJESTOWN 876-5770

Tony Butler Fridays, 6-8 p.m.; Shelby Forest Pioneers Saturday, Sept. 26, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Traci Domingo Sunday, Sept. 27, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Side Car Cafe 2194 WHITTEN 388-0285

Brian Johnson Band Saturday, Sept. 26, 7-11 p.m.

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Charvey Mac’s 6-String Lovers Sunday, Sept. 27, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

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Memphis Symphony Orchestra First Tennessee Masterworks Series Friday, Sept. 25, 2:30-4:30 p.m.; Indigo Girls Friday, Sept. 25, 8 p.m.

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Beginnings, this performance features The Window and Listening, two Southern short stories about self-discovery, memory, and the lifelong love of words that laid the foundation for Voices of the South 20 years ago. (726-0800), www.voicesofthesouth.org. $23.

Sat., Sept. 26, 7-9 p.m.

60 N. PERKINS EXT. (537-1483).

Germantown Community Theatre Rumors, you’re invited to the craziest dinner party of the season. A seemingly innocent anniversary party quickly becomes a tangle of gunshots, affairs, politicians, and rumors.

Written by Neil Simon. www. gctcomeplay.org. $24. Sun., 2:30 p.m., and Fri., Sat., 8 p.m.

Through Sept. 27.

3037 FOREST HILL-IRENE (754-2680).

Harding Academy

Pinocchio, LevelUp series for children ages 6 through 12 on opening night. Reserved seating followed by a talk back with the director and characters and photo opportunities with the cast. RSVP required. www. hardingacademymemphis.org.

Thurs., Sept. 24, 7 p.m.

1100 CHERRY (767-4063).

Hattiloo Theatre

Radio Golf, set in 1997 Pittsburgh, Wilson’s life’s work comes full circle as Aunt Ester’s one-time home is slated for demolition. History, memory, and legacy challenge notions of progress and country-club ideals. www.hattiloo.org. $13-$26. Sundays, 3 p.m., Saturdays, 2 and 7:30 p.m., and Thursdays, Fridays, 7:30 p.m.

Through Oct. 11.

Playhouse 51

Circuitous Succession Gallery

Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play, set in a 1940s live broadcast studio and includes dramatizations of three early Hitchcock films: The Lodger, Sabotage, and The 39 Steps.

Complete with vintage commercials. www.playhouse51. com. Sun., 2 p.m., and Fri., Sat., 7:30 p.m. Through Sept. 27.

Opening reception for Anne J. Froning, Elizabeth Garat, and Tommy Foster, exhibition of work by multiple artists featuring musical guests Sean Murphy of Mighty Souls Brass Band and Mary Jane Adams on singing crystal bowls. www. circuitoussuccession.com. Fri., Sept. 25, 6-9 p.m.

8077 WILKINSVILLE (872-7170).

500 S. SECOND.

Playhouse on the Square The Matchmaker, comedy about the exploits of Dolly Levi, a widow who arranges marriages for New Yorkers at the turn of the 20th century. Hired by a local merchant to find a wife, Dolly sets her sights on herself. www.playhouseonthesquare. org. $22-$35. Sundays, 2 p.m., and Thursdays-Saturdays, 8 p.m.

Through Oct. 11.

Third annual NewWorks @ TheWorks reading series, for more information, visit website.

October readings are held at Circuit Playhouse, 51 S. Cooper. www.playhouseonthesquare.org. $10. Sun., Sept. 27, 7 p.m., and Mon., Sept. 28, 7 p.m.

Co-Motion Studio

“#SeeJustice,” exhibition of visual art and performance spotlighting Memphis’ marginalized voices and interactions with the criminal justice system.

Food trucks and photo booth for attendees to describe what their vision of a “Just City” is and means. www.crosstownarts. org. Sat., Sept. 26, 6-10 p.m.

416 N. CLEVELAND.

Hyde Gallery

Closing reception for “Inaugural Faculty Biennial Exhibition,” featuring work by over 20 faculty members in media ranging from fiber to metal. www.mca. edu. Fri., Sept. 25, 6-9 p.m.

66 S. COOPER (726-4656).

INSIDE THE MEMPHIS COLLEGE OF ART’S NESIN GRADUATE SCHOOL, 477 S. MAIN.

Theatre Memphis

The Gin Game, in her twilight years, Fonsia Dorsey resides in a “home for the aged.” Her loneliness is interrupted by the crusty charm of fellow resident Weller Marin. www.theatrememphis. org. $25. Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sundays, 2 p.m., and Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Through Oct. 4.

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Art for a Smart Start

Show and sale featuring 27 Memphis artists benefiting Books from Birth. Light hors d’oeuvres provided. Thurs., Sept. 24, 6-8 p.m.

630 PERKINS EXT. (682-8323).

TheatreWorks

Two Old Black Guys Just Sitting Around Talking, www.theatreworksmemphis.org. $20. Sun., 3 p.m., and Fri., Sat., 7:30 p.m.

Through Sept. 27.

2085 MONROE (274-7139).

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37 S. COOPER (502-3486).

AIA Memphis Office

Artist reception for “lunITECTS Fifth Anniversary Exhibit,” selection of photography by the lunITECTS architectural appreciation group taken dur-

CROSSTOWN ARTS, 430 N. CLEVELAND (820-4503), WWW.CROSSTOWNARTS.ORG.

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Fri., Sept. 25, 6-8 p.m.

“On the Boards: Work by Memphis Architects,” selection of digital and hand-drawn renderings featuring work currently in the design phase from AIA Memphis architectural member firms. www.aiamemphis.org.

Last Friday of every month, 6 p.m.

511 S. MAIN (525-3818).

Anne J. Froning, Elizabeth Garat, and Tommy Foster at Circuitous Succession Box Gallery

Artist reception for “Navigator,” exhibition of new paintings and installation by Laura J. Lawson. www.memphis.edu. Fri., Sept. 25, 5-7 p.m.

Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary’s School Opening reception for “Among Horses,” exhibition of work by Jimpsie Ayres, Carol Sams, and Jeanne Seagle. www.buckmanartscenter.com. Fri., Sept. 25, 6-7:30 p.m.

60 N. PERKINS EXT. (537-1483).

Art Trolley Tour

Tour the local galleries and shops on South Main. Last Friday of every month, 6-9 p.m.

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Eclectic art tributes, original music performances, and a few surprises. Presented by UCB. $10. Sun., Sept. 27, 5-8 p.m.

JACK ROBINSON PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY, 44 HULING (576-0708).

Local Artist Day

Sat., Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

MORE THAN WORDS, 2123 WEST STREET, WWW.MORETHANWORDS.COM.

Gallery Talk for “Master Metalsmith: Linda Threadgill”

Exhibition highlighting patterns, repetition, and variation.

Sun., Sept. 27, 5-7 p.m.

METAL MUSEUM, 374 METAL MUSEUM DR. (774-6380), WWW.METALMUSEUM.ORG.

“No Brag Pure Fact: The Art of Graceland Too”

Exhibition of artifacts and video footage from the late Graceland Too. Opening reception on Wed., Sept. 23, 6-9 p.m. Wed.-Sun., Sept. 23-27.

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PechaKucha Night Volume 13: Visual Arts and Artists

Booksigning by Annie Barrows

Wed., Sept. 30.

AMURICA WORLD HEADQUARTERS, 410 CLEVELAND, WWW.CROSSTOWNARTS.ORG.

Repair Days Dinner and Auction

Live and silent auctions including donated work by metal artists from across the country.

Proceeds benefit the Metal Museum. $20 members, $25 nonmembers. Sat., Sept. 26, 5-8 p.m.

Author discusses and signs The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society, The Truth According to Us, and Ivy + Bean series for children. Sept. 24-25, 6 p.m.

HERNANDO PUBLIC LIBRARY, 370 W. COMMERCE (662-429-4439).

Opening for “Among Horses” Friday at Buckman Performing Arts Center MK Asante: How a Blank Page Became Buck

Booksigning by Audrey Taylor Gonzalez: St. Mary’s

Writer, professor, filmmaker, and rapper illuminates the stories behind his bestselling memoir, Buck. Free. Mon., Sept. 28, 7-8 p.m.

CRYPT OF ST MARY’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 700 POPLAR (527-3361), WWW.AUDREYTAYLORGONZALEZ. COM.

Symposium: The Legacy of the War of 1812 in Tennessee

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Scarecrow Display

Exhibition of scarecrows.

Through Nov. 20.

LICHTERMAN NATURE CENTER, 5992 QUINCE (767-7322), WWW.MEMPHISMUSEUMS.ORG.

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Free opera performances for the public all around Memphis.

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Through Sept. 30.

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Author discusses and signs South of Everything. Thurs., Sept. 24, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Booksigning by Audrey Taylor Gonzalez Author discusses and signs South of Everything. Sat., Sept. 26, 2 p.m.

THE BOOKSELLERS AT LAURELWOOD, 387 PERKINS EXT. (683-9801), WWW.THEBOOKSELLERSATLAURELWOOD.COM.

Booksigning by Taylor Kitchings

Author discusses and signs Yard War. Thurs., Sept. 24, 6:30 p.m.

THE BOOKSELLERS AT LAURELWOOD, 387 PERKINS EXT. (683-9801), WWW.THEBOOKSELLERSATLAURELWOOD.COM.

Déjà Vu: Fall Concert

Featuring a ballet from each of Collage Dance Collective’s five home seasons. $25. Sat., Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m.

THE HALLORAN CENTRE, 225 S. MAIN (800-1873), WWW.COLLAGEDANCE.ORG.

Old School vs New School 4

The balletic, footwork-heavy Memphis jookin’. Featuring five solo and five tag-team battles, musical performances, and dance showcases. Fri., Sept. 25, 7-11 p.m.

MINGLEWOOD HALL, 1555 MADISON (866-609-1744).

UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS, ROSE THEATRE, 470 UNIVERSITY (678-2690), WWW.MEMPHIS.EDU.

Lectures discussing the legacy of the conflict in West Tennessee and curator’s tour of exhibition. Sat., Sept. 26, 9 a.m.-noon.

MORTON MUSEUM OF COLLIERVILLE HISTORY, 196 MAIN, COLLIERVILLE (457-2650), WWW. COLLIERVILLEMUSEUM.ORG.

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Visit architectural gems in the eastern Midtown Memphis area. Meet in parking lot. Sat., Sept. 26, 8:45 a.m.

LINDENWOOD CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 2400 UNION (458-8506), WWW.AIAMEMPHIS.ORG.

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Discussion with special guest, Elizabeth Levitt Hirsch, Katie Smythe, Barry Lichterman, and Henry Nelson. Free. Thurs., Sept. 24, 7-8:30 p.m.

MEMPHIS JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER, 6560 POPLAR (918-2304244), WWW.JCCMEMPHIS.ORG.

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AGRICENTER INTERNATIONAL, 7777 WALNUT GROVE (756-4500), WWW.VESTAKBRSHOW. COM.

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Rodeo of the Mid-South

One-price ticket to the rodeo, fair, and free parking.

Sept. 25-26, 7:30 p.m.

LANDERS CENTER, 4660 VENTURE, SOUTHAVEN, MS (662-280-9120), WWW.MIDSOUTHFAIR.COM.

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Celebrate all things breakfast and brunch in a day-long festival benefiting the Urban Bicycle Food Ministry. $8-$25. Sat., Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Benefiting MTKD Scholarship Fund. Sat., Sept. 26, 7-11 p.m.

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Memphis Men’s and Women’s Chorales featuring dinner concert and silent auction. $50.

Mon., Sept. 28, 7-9 p.m.

THE HALLORAN CENTRE, 225 S. MAIN (458-5900).

FEDEXFORUM, 200 S. THIRD (TICKETS, 888-HOOP), WWW.FORUMMEMPHIS.COM.

Kick off at National Civil Rights Museum, Sept. 20, 3-5 p.m. Reverend Earle Fisher as keynote speaker.

Through Sept. 27.

NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM, 450 MULBERRY (5219699), WWW.CNVMEMPHIS.ORG.

Dog Day at the Garden

Memphis’ best resources for a happy, healthy pup.

Samples, information from local companies and organizations, agility course, and microchipping. $5 members, $10 nonmembers. Sun., Sept. 27, 2-5 p.m.

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Harvest Fest

Learn from local craftsmen, hear folk music, and churn butter at the Once Upon a Farm exhibit. Sat.Sun., Sept. 26-27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Oktoberfest

SATURDAY OCTOBER 24

Come join us for a taste of soulful blues, tasty brews and mouth-watering BBQ

Cash prizes for pretzel-eating and stein-hoisting, live music and DJs, Amurica photo booth, and food and drink specials for all ages. 21 to drink. Sat., Sept.

26, 11 a.m.-midnight.

Noon – 6pm, Great Hall

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Live entertainment Great food

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Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival

Boutique festival featuring Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Wilco, Weezer, Chris Stapleton, and more. $92, $172 weekend pass. Sat.-Sun., Sept. 26-27.

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10th Annual AOVS Golf Classic

Charity golf tournament for Alpha Omega Veterans Services and their mission of helping military veterans reintegrate into society. $125, $450 team.

Fri., Sept. 25, 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

MEMPHIS NATIONAL GOLF CLUB, 10135 NATIONAL CLUB DRIVE (729-2345), WWW.AOVSGOLFCLASSIC.ORG.

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Includes lunch, green fees, a golf cart, beer and water, and hors d’oeuvres. $125 members, $150 nonmembers. Fri., Sept. 25, 10 a.m.

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by Todd Richardson of Crosstown $20. Thurs., Sept. 24, 7:30-9 a.m.

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Wed., Sept. 30, 6-10 p.m.

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Mid-South Fair

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South Main Street Party at the Chisca

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Spaytacular Gala

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Elegant party and superb performance by legendary performers benefiting Levitt Shell’s community building programs. $35, $150 VIP. Sat., Sept. 26, 8-10 p.m.

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Sat., Sept. 26, 7-11 p.m.

The annual Corn Maze is back at the Agricenter.

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Documentary, popular prizewinner at Cannes, and on the Oscar shortlist by Juliano Ribeiro Salgado. $9.

Thurs., Sept. 24, 7-8:45 p.m.

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Japanese comedy about a failing suicidal actor who swaps identities with an amnesiac hit man. Free. Wed., Sept. 30, 5:45-8 p.m.

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FOOD By JD Reager

Game On! When sports talk and food collide.

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emphis is a town of many deeprooted sports interests. Between the University of Memphis Tigers basketball and football programs, the Memphis Grizzlies of the NBA, et al, sports fandom in Memphis is as passion-filled and potentially divisive a subject as religious faith. And as revered as these teams and institutions are, so too are the newsbreakers and speculators that populate the local sports talk radio airwaves and newspaper pages. Inevitably, these sports media figures are recognized for their talents and influence in numerous ways, including the illustrious honor of having menu items named for them at local restaurants.

Chef Kelly English’s The Second Line features a po’boy sandwich called the Verno on its menu, a tribute to 92.9 FM midday radio host and Grizzlies TV commentator Chris Vernon. According

to Vernon, the naming of the sandwich came from an on-air football bet between himself and Chef English.

“The deal was, the Cowboys and Saints were playing. This was before The Second Line opened,” he says. “If the Cowboys won, he had to name a sandwich after me.

If the Saints won, I had to say ‘Go Saints’ coming in and out of every segment on my show. The Saints absolutely destroyed the Cowboys, but he named the thing after me anyway.”

The sandwich is built on a generous base of braised and shredded chicken thighs, topped with melted Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, and pickles on crusty French-style bread.

“I love it,” Vernon says. “Kelly English is one of the best chefs in America, and there is a sandwich on his menu named after me. There’s not a week that goes by that someone doesn’t text or tweet me about that sandwich. It’s unbelievable.”

The menu at Republic Coffee boasts

its own sports journalist-tribute item, a breakfast sandwich formerly known as the “Ahab.” “It’s funny, you always think that if you are going to have a sandwich named for you, that you would get to design the sandwich, or at least be asked if you want a sandwich named for you,” says Geoff Calkins, the lead sports columnist for The Commercial Appeal and a morning radio host on 92.9. “But that didn’t happen in my case.”

In fact, Calkins didn’t realize that the Calkins — large hunks of smoked salmon, cream cheese, capers, and onions, all packed inside slices of a toasted everything bagel — even existed until he walked in to Republic one afternoon after talking about great Memphis sandwiches on his radio show, and the barista asked him why he didn’t mention his own sandwich.

“I had no idea. Apparently they renamed it after me because I ordered it so much,” Calkins says. “I think I might have singlehandedly kept it on the menu.”

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The G. Parrish Anxiety Disorder at Bluefin (left) and the Verno from The Second Line “The fact that I had a sandwich made Gary [Parrish] extremely jealous,” he adds, half-jokingly. “That’s how he got his sushi roll. He lobbied on the air to get it because he was jealous of me.”

Parrish, the evening drive-time host on 92.9 and a national columnist and TV analyst for CBS Sports, denies the claim.

“I would never be jealous of a man who turned a Harvard Law degree into a newspaper job,” he says, returning the jibe. “In all seriousness, that may have been where the whole bit actually started.”

The bit Parrish is referring to was an on-air monologue about not understanding “anonymous donors” and wanting his name on everything, including fast-food items, buildings, etc. This resonated with the folks at Bluefin.

“Fast-forward a few weeks. I’m in Bluefin with some friends, and one of the managers approached me as I was walking out,” Parrish says. “He said he listens to the show and would love to design a roll with

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“I used to always get a cup of the crawfish etouffee as an appetizer, and I knew they had wild rice as a side” Lapides says.

“One night I asked my server to fix me a big, dinner-sized plate of wild rice, with the etouffee poured on top.”

And the results?

“Oh, it’s fabulous,” he says. “It was just a word-of-mouth thing at first, but people started ordering it so much they put it on the menu. It looks strange to me to see it, but I don’t mind.”

Not to be outdone, the radio voice of the Grizzlies and afternoon host on 92.9, Eric Hasseltine, has his own signature menu item as well: a dessert-y cocktail at the soda fountain inside A. Schwab’s called the Eric Hasseltine Cherry. The drink is simple but effective — and delicious. Think of a lighter, sweeter version of a Manhattan; house-made cherry syrup, bourbon, and bitters poured over “Sonic-style” ice nuggets in an old-fashioned soda glass, topped with fizzy soda.

“It’s very flattering,” Hasseltine says. “I’m not a huge partier anymore, but I’ve always been a whiskey guy. Sometimes I’m disappointed they aren’t open later so I could go in and get one after a game.”

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me and slap my name on it. Next thing you know, it’s on the menu.”

Dubbed the G. Parrish Anxiety Disorder, Parrish’s namesake roll is a kitchensink creation with tempura shrimp, crab, and cream cheese inside, topped with smoked salmon, avocado, eel sauce, and, most crucially, spicy Sriracha, which cuts through the richness of the other ingredients. Not surprisingly, the roll has become one of the restaurant’s most popular items.

“I’m genuinely and oddly proud of how everything has turned out,” Parrish says. “I honestly thought this would just be something that might be funny to me and only me for a few weeks or months, and then they’d change the menu and it would just go away. But here we are, all these years later, and it’s still there.”

Of course, anyone who has listened to sports talk radio in Memphis for more than a few minutes is surely familiar with the legendary George Lapides, currently a morning host on Sports 56. Lapides has been covering sports in print and on the air in this town for longer than some of his colleagues have been alive.

It is very fitting that Germantown Cajun restaurant Mister B’s offers a dish bearing his name, the George Lapides Special.

Lapides has long been a spokesman for the eatery — for my money, “I want to tell you about Mister B’s” is up there with “I

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FILM REVIEW By Chris McCoy

The Shadow Of Death Johnny Depp is terrifying as psychotic gangster Whitey Bulger in Black Mass.

September 24-30, 2015

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’m on record as saying the gangster movie is a played-out genre, except I think I phrased it more like “If I have to watch another movie about well-dressed gangsters in the Northeast, I’m gonna puke.”

I know gangster movies have been a staple since at least 1931, when Jimmy Cagney strutted around in The Public Enemy, and I know that, at their best, they’re a commentary on the American dream, capitalism, the immigrant experience, etc. But lately, it seems like they’re a shortcut to gravitas for a bunch of writers and directors who are obsessed with a vision of masculinity that, in 2015, seems increasingly toxic. I’ve gone beyond the point where I think it’s fun to watch jowly men scowl at each other across well-appointed tables.

We get it. You liked The Godfather. Let’s move on.

It would be too much to say that Black Mass dispelled me of that notion, but director Scott Cooper’s film is good enough to suggest that maybe there’s life left in the old gangster movie carcass yet. To be fair, James “Whitey” Bulger (Johnny Depp) and his totally legitimate business associates in the Winter Hill Gang were not, by any stretch of the imagination, well dressed.

Black Mass is told in a series of flashbacks, as members of Bulger’s gang, beginning with Kevin Weeks (Jesse Plemons) are deposed by the FBI. In their memories, Bulger was just as contradictory a figure as Cagney in The Public Enemy. He was a ruthless, violent thug, but he also was kind to children, let his mother win at gin rummy, and was beloved in the South Boston neighborhood where he grew up. By the time we first meet him in 1975, he has already served nine years years in San Quentin and Alcatraz, and was a respected boss in Boston’s Irish mob.

Instead of getting mobbed up, Bulger’s childhood friend John Connolly (Joel Edgerton) joined the FBI. He reaches out to Bulger’s brother Billy (Benedict Cumberbatch), a state senator and one of the most powerful men in Boston, to make contact with Bulger and persuade him to become an informant. Amazingly, Bulger agrees, but as the story progresses through the 1980s, it soon becomes apparent that Bulger is just manipulating Connolly to his own ends and using the FBI as his personal

Black Mass marks a return to serious acting for Johnny Depp.

Unfortunately, the screenplay is not up to the level intelligence agency as he consolidates power. of the performances and cinematography. Part of the After spending most of the last decade playing problem is that the real story itself is kind of flat, with no over-the-top characters like Captain Jack Sparrow in peaks and valleys, just a slow slide into degradation for the Pirates of the Caribbean series, and whatever nutso everyone involved. No matter how well-rendered Bulger man-child character Tim Burton was peddling that year, is, he’s still a singularly loathsome individual who may the buzz was that Black Mass represented Depp’s return or may not have been pushed into full blown psychosis to serious acting. He is easily the best thing about the during more than 50 LSD experiments he volunteered movie. His Bulger is introduced as a demonic presence for while in Alcatraz. Watching him run roughshod over in silhouette, and he seems to remain partially in shadthe corrupt city government and weak-willed FBI agents ow the entire film, even in scenes set in Miami’s tropical is like reading about World War II’s Eastern front—you sunlight. Cinematographer Masanobu Takayanagi never don’t want to root for either Hitler or Stalin. It makes for misses a shot to make Depp’s partially shaved noggin look like a death’s head skull perched atop his ubiquitous a bleak view of humanity dressed up in tacky 70s clothes and some of the worst hairstyles ever committed to film. black leather jacket. Edgerton, who is excellent at playBut if you’re a fan of gangster movies and/or Depp, Black ing men blind to their own flaws, follows Depp around Mass is the best dose you’re going to get this year. like a puppy as he is drawn deeper into the world of LANDERS CENTER (DeSoto Civic Center) criminals he’s supposed to be fighting. Also excellent 4560 VENTURE DRIVE, SOUTHAVEN,MS Black Mass are Kevin Bacon as a Connolly’s FBI boss, and CumberI-55 at EXIT 287 (4 Miles South of Memphis) Now showing batch, whose Southie accent is so perfect you’d think he October 17-19, 2014 grew up there.

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Food Fight PlantPure Nation demonstrates health benefits of a vegan diet. one of the most influential studies on the relationship between nutrition and cancer.

Conducted in China, the 20-year study has been hailed by The New York Times as “the Grand Prix of epidemiology,” and Campbell’s book The China Study is a best seller. In a nutshell, Campbell and his team found that a plant-based diet can reverse certain cancers, diabetes, heart disease, and other ailments.

Once PlantPure Nation takes you through all that important history stuff, we meet Campbell’s son Nelson, who is determined to persuade the Kentucky state legislature to adopt a program to help low-income people access vegan meals. But that ain’t gonna fly in the land of meat and taters, and the proposal is quickly shot down by Big Ag lobbyists.

So Nelson goes D.I.Y. and heads to Mebane, North Carolina, which he calls “land of barbecue” (clearly, he

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If you’ve seen one vegan propaganda film, you’ve seen them all.

Or at least that’s what I thought during the first 15 minutes or so of PlantPure Nation, a documentary on the benefits of a plant-based diet, as the film detailed the history of Dr. T. Colin Campbell, one of the leading voices advocating for the health benefits of veganism.

Those introductory minutes of PlantPure Nation were basically a rehashing of the lauded 2011 vegan documentary Forks Over Knives.

While I know that Campbell’s influence and background are Vegan 101, I had to step back and understand that PlantPure Nation isn’t a film for vegans like me.

It’s a film for omnivores living on a standard American diet of french fries, cheeseburgers, and 4-a.m. beef burritos from Taco Bell. And those folks probably don’t know the history of Campbell, a biochemist who grew up on a dairy farm, went plant-based in mid-life, and later went on to lead

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hasn’t visited Memphis), to test his plant-based nutrition program on its residents.

Sixteen people sign up for the first PlantPure Jumpstart program, a 10-day vegan challenge in which Nelson and his wife prepare heatand-eat lunches and dinners made without meats, eggs, dairy, or oil. (Oil is vegan, but Nelson is pushing an oil-free diet to help people reverse serious health problems).

The group — a diverse mix that includes a politician, a journalist, and a cattle farmer — starts and ends the program with biometric testing. One woman’s cholesterol count drops from 176 to 139 in only 10 days, and by the end, everyone tests healthier.

“I actually feel good. I sleep well.

I’m not bloated feeling,” says the cattle rancher after 10 days on the vegan diet. It’s an impressive testimonial from a man who raises cows for slaughter.

One middle-aged participant, Tommy Privette, had been living with Type 2 diabetes since he was 23, and he also suffered from hypertension.

After four months of veganism, he’d

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lost 40 pounds and managed to drop five of his seven daily medications.

PlantPure Nation touches briefly on the environmental impact of the meat and dairy industries’ relationship to global warming and deforestation, but I was a little disappointed that it didn’t address factory farming’s animal cruelty issues.

Still, the film is a powerful testament to the dramatic impact a vegan diet can have on one’s health.

And, though I’m an ethical vegan rather than one who focuses on the health impact of plant-based diets, I have to take a step back and understand that some people are drawn into this crazy vegan lifestyle to better their health. Regardless of how they get here, animals’ lives will still be spared either way.

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LEGAL NOTICE • HELP WANTED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE WHEREAS, ATS Holdings, LLC, by Deed of Trust (the Deed of Trust ) recorded April 17, 2015, of record, at Instrument Number 15035147, Register’s Office for Shelby County, Tennessee, conveyed to Renasant Bank and Michael E. Goldstein, Trustee, and thereafter to Adam G. LaFevor, as Successor Trustee, the hereinafter described real property to secure the payment of a certain Promissory Note (the Note ) described in the Deed of Trust, which Note was payable to Renasant Bank.

Recorded contemporaneously with said Deed of Trust was an Assignment of Rents and Leases, recorded on April 17, 2015, and of record in Instrument Number 15035148, in said Register’s Office; WHEREAS, Renasant Bank is the current owner, holder and beneficiary of said Note aforesaid, secured by the Deed of Trust aforesaid; WHEREAS, Renasant Bank maintains interest in this Note and Deed of Trust; WHEREAS, default has occurred with respect to the Note; and WHEREAS, the owner and holder of the Note has demanded that the hereinafter described real property be advertised and sold in satisfaction of indebtedness and costs of foreclosure in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Note and Deed of Trust. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that Renasant Bank, pursuant to the power, duty and authority vested in and conferred upon it, by the Deed of Trust, will on September 28, 2015, on or about 11:00 A.M., at the SOUTHWEST CORNER, ADAMS AVENUE ENTRANCE OF THE SHELBY COUNTY COURTHOUSE, MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE, offer for sale to the highest bidder FOR CASH, and free from all legal, equitable and statutory rights of redemption, exemptions of homestead, rights by virtue of marriage, and all other exemptions of every kind, all of which have been waived in the Deed of Trust, certain real property located in Shelby County, Tennessee, described as follows :Being Lot 292, of Section E Northaven Subdivision, as shown on the plat of record in Plat Book 45, Page 37, in the Register’s Office for Shelby County, Tennessee, to which plat specific reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property. Being the same property conveyed to ATS Holdings, LLC, a Tennessee limited liability company, by Quitclaim Deed of record at Instrument Number 14059045, and as re-recorded at Instrument Number 14061971, in the Register’s Office for Shelby County, Tennessee.THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 504 ELMFIELD COVE, MEMPHIS, TN 38127. The above described property will be sold subject to any and all unpaid taxes, any matter on any applicable recorded plat, restrictions, easements and building setback lines, and to any prior or superior liens, judgments or Deeds of Trust. The proceeds of the sale will be applied in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Deed of Trust. Should the highest bidder fail to comply with the terms of the bid at the public sale, then the Trustee shall have the option of accepting the second highest bid, or the next highest bid with which the buyer is able to comply. The right is reserved to reject all bids as insufficient. The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at any time. The right is also reserved to adjourn the sale to another day certain, without publication, upon announcement before or during the sale. Interested parties include: Renasant Bank, the Shelby County Trustee, Citizens Bank Automobile Finance, Inc., and Northaven Homeowners Association. DATED this 26th day of August, 2015. Adam G. LaFevor, Successor Trustee 513 3rd Avenue South Nashville, TN 37210 (615) 988-9911

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE WHEREAS, an Order on Judgment da ted October 22, 2012, of record, as Instrument Number 15048608, Register’s Office for Shelby County, Tennessee, was entered by the Chancery Court of the Thirteenth Judicial District in Shelby County, Tennessee, in favor of Plaintiff, Crown Title Corporation against the Defendants, Mary Brooks McCray and John L. McCray. WHEREAS, Crown Title Corporation is the current owner, holder and beneficiary of said Order on Judgment. WHEREAS, Crown Title Corporation maintains interest in this Order on Judgment.

WHEREAS, the owner and holder of the Order on Judgment has demanded that the hereinafter described real property be advertised and sold in satisfaction of indebtedness and costs of foreclosure in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Order on Judgment. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that Crown Title Corporation, pursuant to the power, duty and authority vested in and conferred upon it, by the Order on Judgment, will on September 28, 2015, on or about 10:00 A.M., at the SOUTHWEST CORNER, ADAMS AVENUE ENTRANCE OF THE SHELBY COUNTY COURTHOUSE, MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE, offer for sale to the highest bidder FOR CASH, and free from all legal, equitable and statutory rights of redemption, exemptions of homestead, rights by virtue of marriage, and all other exemptions of every kind, all of which have been waived in the Deed of Trust, certain real property located in Shelby County, Tennessee, described as follows: BEING LOT 23, FIRST ADDITION TO ALCORN VILLAGE SUBDIVISION AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 30, PAGE 10, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID LOT. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO JOHN L. MCCRAY BY QUITCLAIM DEED FROM JOE WESTLY MCCRAY, DATED JUNE 4, 1999, AND OF RECORD IN INSTRUMENT JK9272, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE FOR SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE. PARCEL NO: C02-44H-A-00001 The above described property will be sold subject to any and all unpaid taxes, any matter on any applicable recorded plat, restrictions, easements and building setback lines, and to any prior or superior liens, judgments or Deeds of Trust. The proceeds of the sale will be applied in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Order on Judgment. Should the highest bidder fail to comply with the terms of the bid at the public sale, then Crown Title Corporation shall have the option of accepting the second highest bid, or the next highest bid with which the buyer is able to comply. The right is reserved to reject all bids as insufficient. The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Crown Title Corporation’s option at any time. The right is also reserved to adjourn the sale to another day certain, without publication, upon announcement before or during the sale. Interested parties include: Crown Title Corporation, The Shelby County Trustee, Universal Builders and Supply LTD and Household Financial Center, Inc. DATED this 26th day of August, 2015. This is improved property known as 121 West Street, Collierville, Tennessee 38017.Crown Title Corporationc/o Adam G. LaFevor, Esq. SoBro Law Group, PLLC513 3rd Avenue South Nashville, TN 37210 (615) 988-9911

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HOSPITALITY/ RESTAURANT NOW HIRING Baristas and Cooks. Reliable transportation required.Apply Monday through Friday between 2pm and 4pm at either location.

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Apply in the store.505 N Gtown Pkwy SPORTS JUNCTION Experienced Servers & Bar Manager needed. Call 244-7904 and ask for Norma.1911 Poplar Ave. MOLLY’S LA CASITA Experienced Kitchen Help Needed LINE COOK and PREP COOKS with several recent years of experience & references.

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HOUSES Barron / Sherwood School area 1055 Semmes– 2BR, heat, new carpet, $465 1078 Parkland – 2BR, gas heat, $465 Berclair 3541 Kallaher – 2BR/1BA, C/ Heat, fenced yard $525 1416 Dayton – 3BR/2BA, gas heat $565 1335 Isabelle – 2BR, C/H&A, hw floors $565 3727 Mayflower – 3BR/2BA, C/H&A $650 819 Barsanti – 3BR/2BA, hw floors, C/H&A $725 Cordova 1678 Old Mill Stream – 3BR/2BA Townhome, fp, patio $975 East Memphis Poplar / Mendenhall 329 Fairfield – 4BR/2BA, appl, C/H&A $1495 Quince/ Kirby 2646 Crimmins Cv – 4BR/2.5BA,C/ H&A $1495

Galloway Golf Course 3778 Poplar– large updated 3BR/2BA, upstairs Townhome, all appl. C/H&A $1750 Frayser 3076 Signal – 3BR/1BA, H&A $605 3106 Dahlia– 3BR/1BA, C/H&A $625 North Memphis / Jackson 240 area 3608 Lloyd – 2BR/ Heat $ 450 Park- Highland 3480 Hadley– 3BR, C/heat $ 565 Kirby/Raines 4063 Briarway Circle– 3BR/2BA, Den, C/H&A $925 U of M - Sherwood Forrest 3799 Gamewell– 3BR, C/heat $ 565 Whitehaven 880 Craigwood – 3BR, C/H&A, new carpet, carport $775 DUPLEX Orange Mound 3543 Spottswood – 1BR duplexes, $ 310 463 Marianna– 2BR/1BA, C/Heat $375

781 Semmes– 2BR/1BA, C/Heat $435 North Memphis 828 Chelsea– 1BR, C/H&A $350 960 Dunlap– 2BR, 2BA, C/H&A $395 Oakhaven 4466 Sumner Wells– 2BR, C/H&A $465 U of M 3563 Douglass East – 1BA, appl $410 3560 Carnes – 1BA, C/ H& A $465 APARTMENTS Crosstown The Peach Apts 1330 Peach – 1BR, gas heat, small quiet complex $395 Midtown Mayflower Apts 35 N. Mclean – 1BR, appl, w/ air, HW floors, patio $675 Union Place Apts 2240 Union – 2BR, appl, C/H&A $510

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Classic apartment community featuring 1 & 2-bedroom high-rise units; 1, 2 & 3-bedroom garden units, & 2 and 3-bedroom townhomes.

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THE BLUE MONKEY Now Hiring experienced Servers & Bartenders. Must be available nights & weekends. Apply in person only at Blue Monkey Downtown, 513 S. Front St. Monday thru Friday between 2-4pm. No phone calls please.

SALES/MARKETING THE UPS STORE the nation’s leading franchisor of business and postal services has an excellent opportunity for a sales and service associate in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have at least six months retail experience, with excellent customer service, sales and/or print skills. Must be well-organized and professional. We offer a competitive wage, supportive management, and a fun work environment. E-mail your application to us at staff3489@theupsstore.com.

BUSINESS FOR SALE 1995 MADISON AVENUE For Sale/Office Building 1995 Madison Ave. Located in Midtown/ Overton Square Area Sale Price of $249,900 Features New Central A/C., Ceiling fans, Paint, Siding, Plumbing & Electrical Newly restored Hardwood Floors & 3 Updated RestroomsLots of Storage with Full Attic & Basement (No Water Retention) Security Gate, to rear Parking Lot of 14-16 SpacesZoning: CMU-3ACTIVE Alarm System to be deactivated prior to Showing Sentrilock Keybox Contact Dean Fowler To Schedule Showing 901-237-6699 dean. fowler@svn.com Sperry Van Ness Commercial Real Estate Advisors WATERBED BUSINESS For Sale: Only one in Memphis area.Turn Key Operation. Retiring Call 901-496-0492

HOMES FOR SALE 4258 RHODES Great area near Memphis Botanic Garden, U of M and easy drive to East Memphis or Downtown. 4 Bedrooms, 2 baths, den, plus roughed in plumbing for 3rd bath up. Lovely landscaped, fenced back yard with double carport or covered patio.$139,500. Jane W. Carroll 674-1702, Wadlington, Realtors, 458-0988 426 N. FRONT ST. #402 Spectacular 3BR/2.5BA condo over looking the Pyramid. Rare gated parking. Open floor plan with granite and SS appliances. Best condo Downtown! $219,900. Alison Restivo The Restivo Group Realtors 901.725.5677 DOWNTOWN CONDO 648 Riverside, 1BR/1BA, all appls, WD, designated garage parking. Granite in kitchen/bath. Fitness center. Beautiful view, rooftop access. $145,000 firm.

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HOMES FOR RENT HOMES FOR RENT Barron /Sherwood School Area 1055 Semmes – 2BR, C/Heat-new carpet $450 •1078 Parkland – 2BR, gas heat $465 •Berclair 3541 Kallaher – 2BR/1BA, C/Heat, fenced yard $525 • 1416 Dayton – 3BR/2BA, gas heat $565 •1335 Isabelle – 2BR, C/H&A, HW floors, fence yard $585 •3727 Mayflower – 3BR/2BA, C/H&A $650 •819 Barsanti – 3BR, C/H&A, HWF $725 •Cordova 1678 Old Mill Stream – 3BR/2BA •Townhome, f/p, C/H&A, patio $975•E. Mphs – Poplar/Mendenhall 329 Fairfield – 4BR/2BA, appl, C/H&A $1495 •E. Mphs – Quince/Kirby • 2646 Crimmins Cv – 4BR/2.5BA, C/H&A - $1495 •E. Mphs – Galloway Golf Course • 3778 Poplar – large updated 3BR/2BA upstairs Townhome, all appl, lawn care incl. C/H&A $1750 w/1 yr lse & $1500 w/2 yr lse •Frayser •3076 Signal – 3BR/1BA, C/H&A $605 • 3106 Dahlia – 3BR/2BA, C/H&A $625 N. Mphs – Jackson 240 area • 3608 Lloyd – 2VR, C/Heat $450 • Park – Highland • 3480 Hadley – 3BR, C/ heat $565 • Kirby/Raines

4063 Briarway Circle – 3BR/2BA, Den, C/H&A $925 • U of M – Sherwood Forrest •3799 Gamewell – 3BR, all appl, C/H&A $865 • Whitehaven • 880 Craigwood - 3BR, C/H&A, new carpet, carport $775 • Free list @ www.lecorealty.com or come in, or call 272-9028.

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U OF M AREA 540 ELLSWORTH ST. Lovely Tudor, 2BR/2BA, sunroom, Master bath has whirlpool & walk-in shower, Spacious kitchen w/island, HW floors, Crown moldings, Covered deck, CH/A plus radiators, fenced yard, $186,500. OPEN HOUSE SAT 3-5.

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APTS & CONDOS FOR RENT NEW HORIZON APTS Now leasing efficiency, 1, 2, 3 & 4BR apartments. Amenities include: Three new playgrounds, basketball court, 24/7 on-site courtesy service. Only minutes to I-240, I-55 and Downtown Memphis. Remodeled kitchens with new appliances and all wood cabinetry.

Resource center on-site. Spacious floor plans with large double closets.

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GENERAL HOMES FOR RENT 1BR COTTAGE Overlooking Catfish Pond. Just right for man and wife on a fixed income.

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GENERAL DUPLEXES FOR RENT DUPLEXES FOR RENT Orange Mound 3043 Spottswood -1BR duplexes $310 463 Marianna – 2BR, C/Heat $375 N. Mphs 828 Chelsea – 1BR, C/H&A $350 960 Dunlap – 2BR/2BA, C/H&A $395 Oakhaven 4466 Sumner Wells – 2BR, C/H&A $465 U of M 3563 Douglass East – 1BR, appl $410 3560 Carnes – 1BR, C/H&A $450 Leco Realty, Inc. @ 3707 Macon Rd. 272-9028 Free list @ www. lecorealty.com

MIDTOWN APT 1307 VINTON 2BR/1BA, $600/mo.Call MTC (901) 756-4469

109 N. MAIN Downtown Condo w/ Studio. $650/mo.

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CENTRAL GARDENS 2BR/1BA, hdwd floors, ceiling fans, french doors, all appls incl. W/D, 9ft ceil, crown molding, off str pking. $720/mo. Also 1BR, $610/mo. 8336483.

MIDTOWN APARTMENTS For Rent: Close Walk To Medical District, Pets Allowed, Restrictions Apply. 2BR/1.5 BA, $780/Month + $400 Deposit. Call 901-239-1332 rentmsh.com/property/129-stonewallst-6-memphis-tn-38104/ ENTERPRISE REALTORS INC. MIDTOWN APTS FOR RENT Large 1 Br. Midtown Apt. Off Overton Square. Water incl. $525. Huge 3Br. 2 Bth. Apt. Midtown area. 1 mile from Overton Park. Water/gas incl, gated, hardwood floors, CH/A, onsite laundry $695. 2Br. Apt. $525.

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MIDTOWN HOMES FOR RENT 1310 N. PARKWAY 3BR/2BA, $925/mo. Call MTC (901) 756-4469 1965 MANILA 2BR/1BA, $650/mo. Call MTC (901) 756-4469 426 GARLAND 3BR/1BA, $1025/mo. Call MTC (901) 756-4469

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90 N. BELVEDERE 1BR/1BA, $550/mo. Call MTC (901) 756-4469

1219 ISLAND PLACE 3BR/2.5BA, $1675/mo. Call MTC (901) 756-4469

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MAYFLOWER APTS 35 N. McLean – 1BR, appl, w/air, HW floors, patio $675 Midtown – Union Place Apts 2240 Union – 1 & 2BR, appl, C/H&A $405 - $510 Call 2729028. Free list @ www.lecorealty.com.

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4BR/2BA, den, plus roughed in plumbing for 3rd bath up. Lovely landscaped, fncd bk yd w/double carport or covered patio. $139,500.

Jane W. Carroll (901) 674-1702 / (901) 458-0988 Wadlington, Realtors

129 Stonewall St. Close Walk To Medical District • Pets Allowed, Restrictions Apply 2BR/1.5 BA • $780 Per Month + $400 Deposit http://www.rentmsh.com/property/129-stonewall-st-6memphis-tn-38104/

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My Choice for Mayor Justin Fuente

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Early voting has begun, and I’ve made my choice for the next mayor of Memphis.

My pick for mayor is an up-and-comer who loves a challenge. What some might call “the worst job in the country,” he calls an opportunity.

He balances a lot of responsibilities at his current high-pressure job. But he manages and delegates effectively. He and a few assistants oversee a team of about 90 people, most of whom are only high school-educated.

He hasn’t been in Memphis long, but his outsider perspective means he’s not cynical and defeatist.

He’s not above working on weekends – in fact, he lives for a Saturday at the office.

Sorry A C, Jim, Mike, and Harold. Maybe next time, Mongo. There’s one man who has shown he has the guts, vision, and leadership to tackle seemingly insurmountable odds and effect real, positive change.

His name is Justin Fuente. He coaches the University of Memphis football team.

I know what you’re probably thinking, and, at first, I didn’t believe in him either.

I even called him “another ‘who’ hire instead of a ‘wow’” the day it was announced he’d been selected to coach my alma mater’s embarrassment of a football team. I don’t remember whom I preferred at the time, or why I even thought anyone else would be crazy enough to take the job, but I will happily admit I was wrong. With the success Fuente has had here, I’m more inclined to call him a genius or a wizard than a coach. If he can fix Memphis football, let’s see what else he can do.

If Coach Fuente can transform the Memphis football program from trolley fire to conference champion in just three seasons, I’d like to see what he can do for Memphis Animal Services. Did you see that reverse flea-flicker Paxton Lynch threw Saturday at Bowling Green? That demonstrates that Fuente’s not scared to get creative and make bold decisions, a strength I would like to see him apply in addressing the city’s issues with blight.

We talk about attracting and retaining talent to the city, and so far he seems to have done a pretty good job with that. Just imagine the positive attention the city will get if Memphis beats Ole Miss this season. If that happens, we should bypass the mayor thing and crown him King of Memphis for life eternal so he never moves on to a “bigger” job. What better gig is there than king?

I’m sure he’d decline, deflecting the praise onto his players and assistant coaches.

But it would backfire, because that kind of humility is another leadership quality that would make him a perfect mayor and/or king of the city. Shoot, bring the staff along too. City Council, start packing your things. I’d offer the players something too, but I’d hate for some NCAA violations to interfere with these good-time feelings in Tiger Nation.

Former U of M athletic director R.C. Johnson used to say “It’s a great day to be a Tiger,” and it made me cringe every time. But we can finally say without irony that these are halcyon days indeed for Your Memphis Tigers, who have started the season 3-0 for the first time since 2004.

That means they’re already halfway to bowl eligibility for the second year in a row, with a fairly friendly schedule ahead. They’ve won 10 straight games for the first time since Kennedy was president. That’s good for one of the longest winning streaks in the country. In football!

Can you believe it? It still feels a little like Bizarro World to me.

For others, it feels too good to be true. Every postgame show, at least one caller asks: “How long before somebody snatches him up?” “What happens when he’s gone?” “What do we have to do to keep him here?”

How typically and hilariously Memphis is that? “Things are going great, so we should probably start preparing ourselves for when it all inevitably goes to hell.”

I understand. Sports fans in this town have been burned before.

But I promise it’s OK. If I had a dollar for every time a fellow alum told me “I love Tiger basketball, but I root for (insert SEC school here) in football ‘cause … you know …” I could upgrade my season tickets.

Now? They’re complaining about having to work in the morning after attending Thursday night’s Cincinnati game. The train’s on the tracks (literally, it’s on Southern just south of the stadium), and it’s moving in the right direction. Enjoy it.

Jen Clarke is an unapologetic Memphian and a digital marketing strategist.

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LARRY KUZNIEWSKI

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