Downtown’s ‘Virginia Ave.’ district to launch with block party
“The back door to Downtown” is seeing a resurgence of residents and businesses, especially as construction continues on the nearby interstate.
Topic: Subscriber Only
RSSThere are 7286 article(s) tagged Subscriber Only:
-
July 2023
-
-
New-look AAC: ‘We just want to see who’s on top at the end’
Houston, Cincinnati and UCF are out; six former Conference USA schools are in. Shouldn’t Memphis automatically be a new AAC power?
-
The Early Word: Mulroy, Strickland snap back; Germantown still in troubled water
Downtown has a new neighborhood, the Tigers lose a transfer and a sculpture garden is coming to Binghampton.
-
Mayor’s seal of approval helps Mississippi restaurant open in Silo Square
It may have taken a little help from City Hall, but a 13-year-old Mississippi restaurant chain recently opened its first Mid-South location.
-
After thousands attend Asian Night Market, organizers look to larger venue next year
An estimated 8,000-9,000 people amassed at Crosstown Concourse Sunday for the event. By the event’s end at 9 p.m., 90% to 95% of the food vendors had completely sold out.
-
Inked: Binghampton plans sculpture park; ‘Cowboy Church’ requests variance
Carpenter Art Garden wants to lease land from the city, while Calvary Church wants to teach kids to ride horses.
-
Tigers Basketball Insider: Could Memphis still add to its 2023-24 roster?
Uncertainly pertaining to the status of a few members of Memphis’ 2023-24 roster could have Penny Hardaway working until the final buzzer yet again.
-
St. Benedict takes a step down, looking to take several steps forward
A new region home — along with a new head coach and some talented returnees — brings renewed optimism to the program.
-
Memphis got money for stadiums three months ago. Where do the deals stand?
Questions remain on the status of a new lease for the Grizzlies and how money for stadium projects will be allocated.
-
Tigers quarterback Seth Henigan embracing role as veteran, leader
Seth Henigan is no longer considered a young quarterback. He’s entering his third year as a starter and is expected to take more of a leadership role.
-
Calkins: Is there enough cash for the Grizzlies and the football stadium? Turns out, maybe not.
It could be that there isn’t enough for money both FedExForum and Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. And that is — at the very least — worrisome.
-
The Early Word: What’s up with stadium funding? Plus, an emergency in Shelby
Memphis may set a new homicide record, FedEx pilots reject a new contract and Seth Henigan is the face of the Tigers.
-
Why did deal between FedEx and pilot union collapse?
The news Monday left some wondering if a strike by FedEx pilots was imminent.
Related story:
-
Memphis homicides might break 2021 record, community demands action
As of July 24, 2023, there have been 210 homicides in Memphis, a 25% increase from the 168 homicides at this point last year, according to the City of Memphis Data Hub.
-
Germantown restaurants take hit with water order, power outages
A limited use water order issued Thursday by the city of Germantown remained in effect Friday and it’s taking a toll on area restaurants.
-
On the road to consolidation, FedEx’s aircraft fleet grows
One of the main reasons FedEx’s fleet has grown despite the company saying it plans to scale back is due to purchase commitments it has made with aircraft manufacturers like Boeing.
-
The Early Word: Most power is back, but not all Germantown water is safe
Gun reform may fall on deaf ears in the General Assembly, Dory goes a la carte and we take you on a food tour of Germantown Parkway.
-
Calls for gun reform have reached a fever pitch in Memphis. Will state lawmakers listen?
Gun violence has become a major theme in the Memphis mayoral race. And the Memphis City Council voted to put a referendum on local gun laws before voters next year, setting up a possible clash with the state.
-
Local athletes take home gold, silver medals at USA Weightlifting Nationals
Taylor Babb of Arlington and Connor Callaway of Collierville both competed in the 2023 USA Weightlifting National Championships.
-
Wade: Netflix’s ‘Quarterback’ series offers lessons for Ja Morant
What lessons do Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins and Marcus Mariota have for Ja Morant? “Quarterback” on Netflix has the answers for Ja Morant, Don Wade says.
-
Protect Our Aquifer hires first science director
“The hope is to get the public even more involved to understand and appreciate their drinking water source,” said Scott Schoefernacker.
-
A new normal? Generators supplement sketchy utility services
After relentless waves of destructive summer storms in the Memphis metro area, generators are a hot commodity. Consumers are even turning to whole-house generators.
-
Building 3 plants to supply BlueOval ‘really shows our commitment’
Altogether, Canada-based Magna International plans to invest $790 million to create three facilities to supply parts for the campus near Stanton, Tennessee.
-
What are the biggest remaining questions for Memphis basketball this offseason?
Penny Hardaway and his staff have found answers for a handful of Memphis’ areas of concern this offseason. But what’s left to answer may be the difference between good and great for the 2023-24 Tigers.
-
Former, current Hard Rock employees plan party to say goodbye
As the restaurant’s almost 26-year run comes to a close, more than 200 Hard Rock alums will say goodbye Sunday with one last party and one last group photo.
-