County Commission fails to fund MSCS takeover lawsuit
A procedural vote Monday, April 27, killed a maneuver to fund a legal challenge by Memphis-Shelby County Schools to the state’s takeover of the school system. But there could be a second try.
Longtime owner of Owen Brennan’s was ‘a host until the end’
Baker’s son Austin Baker said his father told him, “we are all stewards. Everything we own, someone’s owned before us, and someone will own it when we’re gone. It’s up to us to pay it forward while we’re here.”
Course correction: Quail Ridge’s comeback in full swing
It has been a winding path for Bartlett’s golf course — closed, destined to become a subdivision then saved by the city. With the driving range and clubhouse nearing completion, it’s almost time for Quail Ridge’s comeback.
Legislature adds two more criminal courts to Shelby County
The state Legislature has passed a bill that would add two more judges to Shelby County for criminal cases. The bill now heads to Gov. Lee to sign.
$19M ruling goes against former Raymond James building owner
In 2021, the developer announced it was trying to convert the property into residential use.
Photo Gallery: Grind City Amp’s grand opening party
Grind City Amp opened a new outdoor music venue in April, marked by a free festival on Saturday, April 25, featuring a vintage sale, food trucks and a live music lineup with headliner MonoNeon.
County Commission fills a board vacancy, approves a Downtown board appointment
The Shelby County Commission welcomed a new member to the group that determines defendants’ bail and other conditions for release and also approved emergency Sheriff’s Office funding.
Hiring, working, driving: An immigration-related legislative recap
Four months after announcing Republican lawmakers would send a “strong message” with immigration-related bills, The Daily Memphian looks at what passed and what failed.
Bail bond limits, property tax ban, ICE regulations: A legislative session recap
A lot can happen in four months, especially when 132 Tennessee lawmakers get together. Here are some of the bills that may have slipped between the big headlines.
No Kings questions appear, then disappear from City Council agenda
As a march of more than 1,000 people Downtown was winding down, police pepper-sprayed and tackled individuals at the rear of the crowd. Some council members wanted to discuss that in Tuesday, April 28, committees but the items were taken off the agenda.
Herrington: Thoughts on Grizzlies in Nashville, NBA Draft entrant, lottery reform
Adam Silver’s idea of the Grizzlies being “Tennessee’s team” is a misread of the limits of Tennessee identity in an oddly long, thin state. The Grizzlies need to thrive as a regional team, across state lines, but with Nashville in that region.
Firm linked to Millington racetrack owner buys Memphis warehouse
A firm tied to an industrial electrical contracting firm and a prominent drag racing operator has bought a Southeast Memphis warehouse.
Cedar Run apartments sell at steep discount in foreclosure sale
Foreclosure deals are rare in the Memphis multifamily market.
Disaster-assistance center for ice storm victims opens in Nesbit
DeSoto County residents who suffered damage during the winter storms of late January have a spot in Nesbit to find help with their recovery.
Memphis lands SEMO transfer Almodovar
Penny Hardaway adds his fifth portal transfer, picking up a guard from Southeast Missouri State University. Related content:
The AM/DM podcast: Burning questions about the state’s MSCS takeover
Big Ten transfer guard picks Memphis
Scorer from Northwestern figures to be a leading scorer candidate for the Tigers next season and should see his percentages go back up against lesser competition in the American Conference.Related content:
TSWA all-state boys basketball team
Three players each from the Briarcrest and Bartlett state championship teams head up the Tennessee Sports Writers Association all-state basketball team.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Love it! Keep ’em coming Coach Huff and staff.” — Carl Stewart about New Tigers signee feels at home at Memphis
“I hope some more Tigers get an opportunity. Congrats to Braham and Desrosiers.” — Carl Stewart about Tracker: Which Tigers from last year’s team are getting a shot at the NFL
“Congratulations to Dr. Bakewell. I am surprised that the item did not mention that he is also a regular in the Hein Park Men’s Poker Club that meets on alternate Thursdays.” — Harry Freeman about Movers & Shakers: Rhodes College, Jones Aur
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Vote for the spring sports athlete of the week, Week 7
Standouts from Briarcrest, CBHS, ECS, Lausanne, Northpoint and St. Benedict up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 30.
Sudoku: April 28
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Daily WordRow: April 28
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Minerals and gems
Today’s puzzle is a display of crystals at the Memphis Mineral, Fossil and Gem Show and was taken by Greg Campbell.
Metro
Memphis budget shows rising cost of doing business
When presenting the budget, Memphis Mayor Paul Young said the city had to make “significant tradeoffs.” From pension to healthcare and clothing, here’s a closer look at the city’s spending.
Premium State Government For a while, Tennessee’s cannabis industry was smokin’ hot. Now it’s in the weeds.
Premium Metro Ask the Memphian: Did Memphians really freak out over a strange man’s earthquake prediction?
Spirit of Memphis Mason Temple renovation marks latest chapter for civil rights landmark
2026 elections Elections Democratic mayoral candidates on MSCS lawsuit, Task Force, jail
Business
Delta airline route pause to JFK not a surprise, experts say
The airline said it was pausing the route because of “routine network planning” and did not say how much money it would save by pausing the route during the summer.
Premium Real Estate The Works eyes South Memphis site for affordable housing
Business Belly Acres closing Collierville restaurant
Health Care Pat Keel stepping down as St. Jude CFO
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Ice cream, pizza and comfort food
Sports
Memphis FC relying heavily on local talent for maiden USL Two season
“We’re going to see who’s got some Memphis in them,” Memphis FC team president Carey Talley said.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football New Tigers signee feels at home at Memphis
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Tracker: Which Tigers from last year’s team are getting a shot at the NFL
Memphis Tigers Football LA Chargers select Tiger offensive lineman Travis Burke in fourth round of NFL Draft
Update Memphis Tigers Basketball Transfer portal tracker: Memphis Tigers basketball
Food
Recipe Exchange: Bardog’s penne alla vodka
Many vodka sauce recipes start with tomato paste, but the one from Bardog Tavern and Aldo’s Pizza Pies starts with a marinara.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Mushrooms galore at Shroomlicious Baby
Business Belly Acres closing Collierville restaurant
Suburbs
Collierville Schools wrestles with budget, enrollment, bus-driver retention
Collierville Schools Board of Education will review its budget and bus contract with Durham School Services during its Tuesday meeting.
Premium North Mississippi Hernando Farmers Market kicks off season
North Mississippi Disaster-assistance center for ice storm victims opens in Nesbit
Arts & Culture
Inside the world of Senior Assassin, the all-consuming game being played by high school seniors
Some seniors at local high schools are playing a game called Senior Assassin, crouching behind bushes, stalking other students in stores and wearing swim gear to protect themselves.
Premium Music Classic hip-hop stars bring Memphis influences back to the bluff for Riverbeat
Premium North Mississippi Lego madness comes to Southaven: ‘You can build anything’
Opinion
Echols: ‘We have dulled our own human-ness’
“Our culture has some good things going for it, but at the moment, we have dulled our own human-ness in ways that makes the God behind icy winds and spiraling leaves harder and harder to notice.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: River of Time, Riverbeat and Water Gardens
Much like the human body, the week ahead is about 60% water.