Flash flood warning extended again, this time to 9:15 p.m.
Memphis ‘got lucky' Wednesday. But rocky weather will continue through the weekend. And motorists who encounter standing water are reminded to “turn around, don’t drown.”
Storms kill 7 in the South and Midwest as forecasters warn of catastrophic rains, floods this week
At least seven people were killed in Tennessee, Missouri and Indiana in the initial wave on Wednesday and early Thursday.
Collierville Schools enters contract for new bus lot
Collierville’s Board of Education wants to buy nearly 28 acres on U.S. 72 to park the fleet of yellow vehicles that transport Collierville and Germantown students.
Brad Luckett takes over as CBHS basketball coach
Former Brothers player and longtime assistant is eager to continue his father’s legacy — while building his own.
Falling Into Place: Broad Avenue shop closing, but the future is sweet
“There’s nothing sad about any of this,” Falling Into Place owner Mary Claire White said. “I feel really, really good about what I’ve done for 10 years. I’m excited to focus on the next thing.”
DeSoto County, Olive Branch team to tackle traffic
Mississippi officials are looking to widen a road nestled near two local schools to ease traffic congestion.
AAC commissioner working on basketball strength of schedule
The American Athletic Conference has been talking with other leagues about potential nonconference scheduling agreements.
Redbirds', Tigers’ postponed baseball games reset for Friday
Severe weather Thursday caused the Memphis Redbirds’ and the University of Memphis Tigers’ games to be rescheduled to Friday, when both will be played as part of doubleheaders.
Bittersweet bakers: 17 Berkshire closing, Jacques Louise opening in Midtown
As it closes, 17 Berkshire is “passing the torch” to gluten-free bakery, Jacques Louise.
The To-Do List: Hot Foot Honeys, drag time travel and a bad tattoo contest
This week, Martin Luther King Jr. is honored, a fashion legend is celebrated and a mid-century home transforms into a vintage pop-up shop.
$10 Deal: ZamZamz’s kefta pita
Think a burger meets a kebab meets a wrap, but it’s better than any of those.
Lausanne baseball standout wins spring-sports athlete-of-the-week vote
Emre Roan provided a history-making walk-off winner against CBHS.
Memphis doesn’t have any Michelin-starred restaurants. But that could change.
The new Michelin Guide American South will be the company’s first regional guide in North America. Anonymous Michelin inspectors are already in the field exploring the area.
MSCS’ Richmond not bound by same ethics clause Feagins was
Memphis-Shelby County Schools board members formalized a contract with Interim Superintendent Roderick Richmond two months after appointing him to replace ousted Superintendent Marie Feagins.
Lawmakers look to sales-tax hike for ‘ungodly problem’
“Humanitarian crisis.” “Big liability.” “Ungodly problem.” These are some of the terms Tennessee lawmakers used to describe the Shelby County Jail as they passed a bill to help fund construction of a new one.
Tenn. House advances its version of Memphis school takeover
The measure, narrowed to Memphis-Shelby County Schools, would strip elected school board members of their duties and assign oversight of the district to a board of state-appointed Shelby County residents.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Getting the word out is vital for making any preparations necessary. … According to NOAA there has been a 25% increase in severe storms (if not only the number) in the last year. So, I’m not overreacting every time these storms come through. I’m hoping I have minimal damage.” — Janette Richards about Dangerous storms headed to Memphis have officials worried
“That first inning went 50 minutes! Things started moving faster after that. … Redbirds are a great team & hopefully more folks will be showing up in seats.” — Carolyn Clements about Redbirds Recap: Memphis hammers Buffalo in series’ second game
“Nothing is so permanent as a temporary tax.” — Van Harris about Lawmakers inch toward sales-tax hike to pay for ‘ungodly problem’
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Guest column: Declining vaccination rates have opened the door for measles to return
The reality is stark — when vaccine rates fall, measles comes back, putting our most vulnerable, including infants and immunocompromised children (such as those undergoing chemotherapy), in danger.
Memphis makes case for hosting AAC basketball tournament
Armed with a somewhat unique bid, Memphis could learn soon if it will again host the American Athletic Conference’s men’s basketball tournament. Memphis Tourism’s Kevin Kane helped make the city’s case.
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Metro
Colossus: The race to build the world’s most powerful machine in Memphis
XAI’s first Memphis data center Colossus dwells in a former Electrolux plant in Southwest Memphis. It is arguably one of the most valuable machines in the world controlled by someone with unrivaled wealth and galactic ambitions.
Premium Education How MSCS’ interim leader wants to change the district
Update Food News Wing Guru owner Billy Richmond indicted
Public Safety Man accused of killing ex-girlfriend in Shelby Farms indicted for first-degree murder
Premium City of Memphis Ask the Memphian: Why are there buffalo, er, bison at Shelby Farms?
Business
Local industrial market booms with early-year sales, setting promising stage
“It’s just a super exciting time to be in real estate as our economy is going through this transformation,” said Kemp Conrad of Cushman & Wakefield.
Premium Real Estate Inked: Data Center in the works, egg wholesaler headed to Memphis
Transportation & Logistics FedEx laying off 200+ outside Nashville
Health Care Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
Shelby County Officials seeks public comment on xAI air permit
Sports
Martin: In this Final Four, there’s a message for Memphis
Memphis won’t get the chance to get closure in San Antonio for the 2008 title game. That doesn’t mean that there still isn’t something for Penny Hardaway and Memphis to take from the last four teams remaining. Memphis forward Damarien Yates enters transfer portal, per reportRelated content:
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Premium High School Sports Collierville ace Ari Bethea pitches one-hitter in win over Bartlett
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies say Brandon Clarke knee injury will not require surgery
Food
Aldi to open Medical District store next week
The latest from the no-frills national grocery chain will be located at 785 Union Ave., in a building that once housed an Office Depot.
Premium Food News What to Order: Napa Cafe’s stout-braised short ribs
Suburbs
Broadband internet service reaches into rural areas of DeSoto County
Officials announced that broadband internet service has reached into all rural areas of DeSoto County.
Premium Arlington Wells Cemetery will be protected no matter what develops around it
Arts & Culture
Big & Rich, The Revivalists to play SmokeSlam
Coming May 15-17 to Tom Lee Park, the festival will feature nearly 75 teams in competition, along with music, Ferris wheel rides and other entertainment.
Performing Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Minecraft Movie,’ ‘Freaky Tales,’ more
Opinion
Martin: In this Final Four, there’s a message for Memphis
Memphis won’t get the chance to get closure in San Antonio for the 2008 title game. That doesn’t mean that there still isn’t something for Penny Hardaway and Memphis to take from the last four teams remaining. Memphis forward Damarien Yates enters transfer portal, per reportRelated content:
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Flyway Brewing’s head brewer talks beer, Memphis eats, more
Flyway Brewing Co. took over the former High Cotton Brewing and Edge Alley restaurant locations near Downtown. They reopened as a combined space in November.