Buckley: FedEx delivers for Memphis. And the Tigers. Again.
A five-year, $25 million NIL commitment from FedEx to the University of Memphis could help make the Tigers more competitive and better position the program for where it wants to go.
Bail hearing audio sheds new light on shooting suspect’s release
Despite a prior statement suggesting otherwise, a prosecutor with the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office did not “strongly oppose” lowering the bond for a now-deceased suspect involved in a shootout last week with Memphis Police officers.
FedEx announces $25M for Memphis NIL deal
The Memphis-based American multinational conglomerate is investing $5 million per year for the next five years in University of Memphis student-athletes “who will be promoting FedEx initiatives,” according to a press release.
West Collierville Middle gets new principal
This is the first principal appointment Superintendent Russell Dyer made since assuming his duties a month ago.
DA adds charges for teen suspect in MPD shooting
The charges were added in light of news from the office Wednesday that MPD Officer Joseph “Rusty” McKinney was likely killed by friendly fire.
TDOT asks for public input on new I-55 bridge
The separate I-55-Crump Boulevard roundabout currently under construction just east of the old Memphis-Arkansas Bridge got a lot of attention at the first public hearing on the new bridge, planned for just south of the existing one.
Conaway: Time to get away is close by
“We were out in the country, the middle of nowhere yet right here, two old friends and a couple dogs among old barns on a new morning, and we were having a business meeting.”
Amid FAFSA problems, Memphis students file for college aid
A number of application workshops have popped up in the wake of the U.S. Department of Education’s 2024-2025 FAFSA relaunch earlier this year.
Food Files: 901 Hot Pot expands, Crave Sweets looks for new location
901 Hot Pot is expanding its Bartlett location and also moving into the East Memphis market. Crave Sweets Bake Shop is looking for a third location, maybe in Southaven or Franklin, Tennessee.
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Collierville Planning Commission recommends Principle Toyota rezoning in second review
Principle Toyota wants to provide a transitional buffer between its proposed Collierville dealership and homes approved in Germantown.
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Bailey: Has Netanel finally run out of escape routes with The Lake District?
Despite a ruling against a reorganization earlier this year, Yehuda Netanel continues to try and salvage The Lake District from bankruptcy.
Spring game preview: Expected format, rotations
Memphis’ spring football game, which is free to attend, will be split between two evenly matched teams of blue and gray. It will include two 12-minute quarters, followed by four untimed drives.
Annual Bartlett expo showcases eclectic business mix
The Bartlett Business Expo gives local companies an opportunity to promote their businesses and hopefully draw new customers.
CBHS discus standout wins fan vote for high-school athlete of the week
Ashton Hearn turned in a stellar effort at the Houston Track Classic.
What Daily Memphians think*
“This sounds dangerous. At 35 MPH, a typical SUV would likely kill or seriously maim anyone in the golf cart.” — Charles Weirich about Hernando will allow golf carts on public streets
“… Loudean’s was always overflowing with humor and warmth and love and beautiful things, thanks to June and Joyce. Two amazing women.” — Susan Dynerman about Loudean’s bids farewell to Cooper-Young
“Lots of words but at the end of the day with his propensity to violence he should not have been released.” — Paul Swanson about State law gave commissioner legal discretion to release suspect in MPD shooting
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Daily Memphian postseason boys basketball awards: Cordova’s Mr. Basketball winner leads the way
Gregory Williams, coach of state runner-up Douglass, also recognized.
High school football scholar-athletes honored
Houston coach James Thomas will also be recognized following state-championship season in 2023.
Tigers Podcast: FedEx’s NIL investment, Memphis basketball scheduling and transfer portal moves
Tim Buckley, Parth Upadhyaya and host Greg Gaston discuss FedEx’s groundbreaking NIL commitment to the University of Memphis and Tigers’ basketball scheduling and transfer portal news.
Metro
State law gave commissioner legal discretion to release suspect in MPD shooting
Rep. John Gillespie said that the bill he drafted didn’t have enough “teeth” and is now considering revisions in light of the shooting that killed McKinney.
Public Safety Up to $250K a year going to small businesses in high-crime areas
Business
Orpheum Theatre, Beale Street string lights to be installed second quarter
The 700 linear feet of string lights will be hung 22 feet in the air and stretch from the theater to the Downtown Mobility Center.
Premium Business Loudean’s bids farewell to Cooper-Young
Sports
Bill that would help finish FedExForum financing delayed
Senate Bill 2711, sponsored by state Sen. Brent Taylor, was held during the Tennessee Senate’s session Wednesday morning.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis basketball to begin series with Bulldogs
Food
From barber to bartender: Tennessee law would let hair stylists sell drinks
A new law would let some Tennessee barbershops and salons sell and serve drinks, but they’d also need to serve food and have seating. Some Memphis places are interested, while other say it’s a hair don’t.
Suburbs
Demolition of Relax Inn in Lakeland underway
Lakeland Commissioner Wesley Wright points out that there has been a precipitous drop in crime in the city since the Econo Lodge was demolished last year.
Arts & Culture
Overton Park Shell concerts include Black Opry, Bar-Kays, Bodywerk
Shows include Cyrena Wages, Aaron James, MonoNeon, Talibah Safiya with MadameFraankie, Blvck Hippie and Lukah with Hope Clayburn & The Fire Salamander.
Opinion
Opinion: ‘Community voices lead to our development decisions’
“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.”
Podcasts
Vintage901 brings the culinary arts to all of Memphis
At its core, Vintage901 is about good food, good wine and the connections people make through eating and drinking together.