A sudden personnel change at Holy Rosary Catholic School has sparked outrage, a petition with hundreds of signatures and a demonstration by parents demanding answers from the Catholic Diocese of Memphis.
As motorists park, Metropolis’ system identifies their license plates and tracks parking using surveillance technologies.
Collierville Fire Chief John Selberg’s retirement notice, which he submitted Thursday, came 10 days after he was placed on leave.
It’s been a big week for restaurant and bar reopenings, as three recently celebrated being back and open for business.
“We’re investing in our creatives,” the director of the City of Memphis’ Office of Creative and Cultural Economy said. “The artists that are featured, they’re paid for their time.”
Mark Baranauskas, also known as “Mark Danger,” died in Memphis this week at age 47. He was one of the litigants in an ongoing lawsuit threatening the future of legendary Ardent Studios.
The Grizzlies are hosting a team garage sale at FedExForum. This year, there are some niche items for sale.
Josh Mutchnick and Jamaurin “Vino” Wright join Holly Whitfield to talk about JEM Dining’s first three years and their plans for the Edgy Tomato Fest.
Lakeland is considering using some of the additional funds form the four TIFs in the suburb to lower sanitation costs.
Two weeks of drama in Collierville reached a conclusion with the retirement of Fire Chief John Selberg.
“We’d really like Memphis to be known as a classical arts incubator — one of the capitals of classical theater, not just for Shakespeare but for the great American writers, too.”
After two of three municipal judges fired her, City Court Clerk Sukita Johnson is appealing that decision to the City Council, arguing that the judges overstepped their authority.
SBA senior running back Najja Williams led the Eagles offense with three touchdowns against the Bulldogs.
Quarterback Cayden Dixon threw three touchdowns against the Eagles in his return to Briarcrest.
Sean Tindell made his case to supporters in Southaven on why he should be Mississippi’s next attorney general.
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“That is absolutely too sad, but I knew something was up when they started opening later, then closed on Sunday.” — Mary K. Allen about Rawgirls has closed again, seemingly for good this time
“If the town does not replace Chief Selberg with an as qualified and experienced fire chief, then I think the city should find a new administrator.” — William Harter about Collierville fire chief retires and resigns
“Memphis-Shelby has got to be the most dysfunctional place in the country. It seems to be a never-ending Peyton Place circus.” — William Wilcox about Fired city court clerk wants City Council to reinstate her
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Today’s puzzle features the renovated box seating at the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Wes Hale took the photo.
Raven Marshall-Lewis, who owned and ran the childcare center where Winter Jones died last week, operates at least six other childcare centers in Shelby County. Four of them have been cited for issues.
Rachel’s Flower Shop is closing, but Rachel Greer is far from done when it comes to helping her community.
Games on Thursday, Friday and Saturday highlight the local high school football slate for Week 1.
When it comes to sporting events, food is important. So important that food specials seem to be one way local sporting events are trying to attract more spectators.
Dabbs Cannabis Dispensary, a Mississippi-based company with 26 locations in the state, wants to open its second Olive Branch location.
The new venue at Crosstown Concourse is opening its doors to the public on Sept. 2, with all proceeds from the preview benefiting Stax Music Academy.
Michael Cianciolo was shot down over Italy in 1943. More than 80 years later, his remains were buried in Memphis with full military honors.
Josh Mutchnick and Jamaurin “Vino” Wright join Holly Whitfield to talk about JEM Dining’s first three years and their plans for the Edgy Tomato Fest.
This jigsaw puzzle features the Central High football team at Crump Stadium, and Brad Vest took the photo.