MSCS asks City of Memphis for $25 million
News of the formal ask follows Mayor Young telling the public Tuesday that he plans to ask City Council to raise property taxes to fill what could a $30 million budget hole.
News of the formal ask follows Mayor Young telling the public Tuesday that he plans to ask City Council to raise property taxes to fill what could a $30 million budget hole.
Since 2017, the MLGW board has allowed for two members who live outside the Memphis city limits, but they don’t get a vote. That could soon change if the City Council and residents agree.
“I think it’s time for us to step into a new reality,” he told a crowd of several hundred at Mount Vernon Baptist Church. “I’m going to ask for a tax increase.”
Mayor Paul Young had a direct request for Memphis Tuesday: Don’t leave. Here’s why he made the request. And why it made a lot of sense.
Four years after closing its high school, Immaculate Conception Cathedral School faced continuing challenges and a financial deficit it couldn’t overcome.
Senate Bill 2711, sponsored by state Sen. Brent Taylor, was held during the Tennessee Senate’s session Wednesday morning.
The 15-year tax incentive was approved by the suburb’s Industrial Development Board but still needs ratification from Collierville’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Gloss Nail Bar is opening another location, and Bank of America is moving into a former Holiday Deli & Ham location. Plus, a health services organization is headed to Bartlett.
“We spent months holding community meetings, conducting door-to-door surveys, taking phone calls and opening the proposed site daily for the Memphis Urban Wood project.”
Mustangs coach Pennington also recognized following a fourth-place finish at state.
Humes, now a middle school, is exiting a state-run turnaround district after 10 years. Its students will be reassigned to a school in a different part of the city.
First Horizon National Corp. President and CEO Bryan Jordan said in a statement that the bank’s adjusted net income had increased 10% from the previous quarter.
Sisters June Taylor and Joyce Boggs first opened the Cooper-Young boutique back in 1977 under the guidance of their mother, the late seamstress Loudean Peak.
Germantown police are investigating fires in Germantown’s medical-office area. Police said they are being investigated as intentional.
Even as the Tennessee Legislature inches closer to eliminating the seat, four candidates have applied to run for the Shelby County Criminal Court Division 9 judgeship formerly held by Melissa Boyd.
The Arlington Planning Commission has endorsed the latest plan for the Hawthorne mixed-use development, sending the proposal to the town’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
“… The big story is not being talked or written about. It is how Taylor Jenkins and his staff held this team together throughout the season … while most nights playing with intent and passion. Amazing job Taylor and staff.” — Ralph Morgan about Herrington: Grizzlies made the best of a bad year. Now the pressure builds
“So-o-o glad our General Assembly is dealing with such pressing issues. Forget those frivolous topics like gun safety or mental health facilities.” — Gail Murray about Memphis barbecue named second official ‘state food’
“Great in depth article. I subscribe to The Daily Memphian because of articles like this one.” — Chris McLean about Calkins: A Memphis theater producer found a brother he never knew about. A story straight from the stage.
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Memphians can clean up parks and trails, party with pollinators, try goat yoga, and do arts and crafts.
“By embarking on this ambitious journey, Memphis has the opportunity to pioneer an innovative and inclusive model of community well-being, setting a precedent for cities worldwide.”
Ready for a bit of a challenge? This sudoku is rated medium.
Bonner wants out of the juvenile detention business, Germantown is investigating possible arson and a longtime Cooper-Young boutique is closing.
The board was recently expanded to include Bernice Donald, former U.S. appellate judge, Carol Johnson-Dean, former MCS superintendent, and Dr. Todd Motley, a local physician.
A look at players going into and coming out of the NCAA transfer portal for the Memphis Tigers basketball program prior to the 2024-25 season.
With a West Coast flavor and a secret sauce, Tommy’s Burger California Style will open its second local restaurant in Bartlett later this month.
The Arlington Planning Commission has endorsed the latest plan for the Hawthorne mixed-use development, sending the proposal to the town’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Memphis producer Teddy Walton has worked with artists like Kendrick Lamar and has produced music for Hulu and Netflix. With his new media company, he hopes to give opportunities to others — especially young Memphians.
After nearly four decades, Memphis theater producer Mike Detroit found a full brother he never knew existed. It’s a mystery that could be a miniseries. But even Detroit warns: “There are parts you may not believe.”
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Brandon Clarke and potential draft picks. They all try to name all 33 players the Grizzlies have used this season.