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• July 2023

  • Inked: Crump Firm expands, St. Mary’s renovation moves forward

    The Crump Firm is expanding its presence in East Memphis at the Crescent Center. St. Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral moves forward with a $1.4 million renovation project. 

    By Rob Moore July 12, 2023

  • Sixth Circuit upholds anti-trans law, but ‘chilling effect’ decreased access months earlier

    This weekend’s ruling, allowing SB1 to take effect, isn’t what made gender-affirming care inaccessible for many people. That care had become less accessible in Tennessee — even for trans adults — since the bill was introduced in the General Assembly in November, before the legislative session even began.

    By Ian Round July 12, 2023

  • Rhodes awarded $800K for new race and social transformation institute

    Faculty and students from HBCUs will partner with faculty and students from Rhodes on projects.

    By Rashod Cobb July 11, 2023

  • Operation Broken Bottles indictments reveal retail theft ring details

    The ring is primarily targeting liquor and convenience stores. As of late June, business burglaries were up 34% in Memphis.

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    By Julia Baker July 11, 2023

  • Burglary ring’s suspected organizers remain in custody, with a few exceptions

    Operation Broken Bottles was a coordinated effort from MPD, and other local agencies that targeted organized crime in the city, particularly individuals working together to burglarize retail stores.

    By Aarron Fleming July 11, 2023

  • Herrington: Reading the fine print on recent Grizzlies trades and signings

    New details emerge on recent Memphis Grizzlies transactions, and Chris Herrington breaks them down.

    By Chris Herrington July 11, 2023

  • Martin: Derrick Rose deserves flowers from Memphis. After 15 years, he’ll finally get them.

    In 2008, a kid from Chicago helped lead the Memphis Tigers to the NCAA championship game. Now he’s back in town to play for the Memphis Grizzlies.

    By John Martin July 10, 2023

  • Eggs Up Grill offers a ‘second-chance’ — and a fresh breakfast

    The Germantown restaurant prides itself on serving fresh food, but it’s also a place for clean starts. The owners say they want to offer employees “an opportunity in life.”

    By Christin Yates July 10, 2023

  • How Girley Hines and her ‘right arm’ keep Memphians looking tailor-made

    In a storefront window at the corner of Madison Avenue and Second Street, two women can be seen sewing, stitching, laughing and — excuse the pun — cutting up as they make sure Memphians have perfectly tailored clothing.

    By Christin Yates July 10, 2023

  • RedRover plans national expansion, starting in Dallas, Atlanta

    In five to seven years, the number of employees is expected to triple to 45, while occupancy in Memphis will double. 

    By Jane Roberts July 10, 2023

  • Former Tiger Willie Kemp brings international resume to Whitehaven

    In the summer before his first season in charge at Whitehaven High, former Memphis point guard Willie Kemp will coach the Beale Street Boys in The Basketball Tournament.

    By Liaudwin Seaberry Jr. July 10, 2023

  • Therapy dog nuzzles his way into Baptist grief support

    With an assist from Buddy the Bernedoodle, visitors to the Baptist Centers for Good Grief find a warm and comforting friend to help them cope with loss.

    By Toni Lepeska July 09, 2023

  • Longtime ad agency enters new era

    The agency was established in 1952, and in 1991 acquired John Malmo Advertising. Ten years later, the Archer family sold Archer Malmo to its executives, and last year they sold it to the employees through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. 

    By Aisling Mäki July 09, 2023

  • Redbirds’ Kramer Robertson feels influence of his famous mom

    His mother, Kim Mulkey, knows a thing or two about sports. She just won her fourth national championship as a women’s college basketball head coach, this time at LSU.

    By Don Wade July 09, 2023

  • Outgoing Memphis city attorney reflects on 7+ years at City Hall

    Jennifer Sink is leaving her position as city attorney and said she’s looking forward to new challenges at Memphis Light, Gas and Water. 

    By Samuel Hardiman July 09, 2023

  • Supreme Court ruling could lead to discrimination, one attorney says

    The high court ruled in favor of a designer who refused to create wedding websites for same-sex couples. “It’s complicated because the court has framed this as being about free speech ...” Melissa Stewart said. 

    By Ben Wheeler July 08, 2023

  • The plot thickets: Officials oppose Bartlett tree-trimming allegation

    Former Bartlett Mayor A. Keith McDonald and MLGW head Doug McGowen dispel an allegation that McDonald’s 2014 stance on tree-trimming practices contributed to recent storm damage in the suburb.

    By Michael Waddell July 08, 2023

  • How two pharmacists radically changed flu season at Kroger and took shots on the road

    Ted and Merica Lyons’ ShotRx mobile clinics bring vaccinations directly to people in Shelby and Tipton County neighborhoods, as part of an effort to improve childhood immunization in the area, and the company is about to announce a partnership to help the unhoused. 

    By Jane Roberts July 07, 2023

  • Conaway: The invaluable lesson of Johnny’s 75¢

    I had earned a stomachache that I thought would prove fatal so, when my mother opened the back door and asked why I was doubled over on the steps, I threw up and confessed.

    By Dan Conaway July 07, 2023

  • Tigers transfer Maurice Hampton Jr. is back to playing two sports

    MUS product Maurice Hampton Jr. started his college career as a two-sport athlete. After spending the last two years only playing baseball, he’ll be back to playing football games for the first time since the 2020 season. 

    By Frank Bonner II July 06, 2023

  • Grizzlies Insider: Jake and Junior headline summer league start

    Jake LaRavia is off to a promising start through two summer league games for the Memphis Grizzlies while Kenneth Lofton Jr. had an impressive opening game.

    By Drew Hill July 06, 2023

  • Table Talk: Tsunami celebrates 25, Rendezvous returns with a ‘90s vibe

    Plus, The Lobbyist in Downtown Memphis opens its new patio, and a micro-grocery store opens in Raleigh. 

    By Mary Cashiola July 06, 2023

  • Nonprofit ministry expanding to Shelby County offers ‘relief valve’ to DCS

    Rapidly growing Isaiah 117 House is one of more than two dozen faith-based organizations helping the Department of Children’s Services by providing space for children awaiting placement so they don’t have to sleep on office floors.

    By Ian Round July 06, 2023

  • Tigers Basketball Insider: Recent roster moves let fans breathe easy, dream big

    Penny Hardaway’s late offseason roster magic puts Memphis a couple developments away from having a team as talented as most heading into the 2023-24 season.

    By Parth Upadhyaya July 05, 2023

  • Affirmative action ruling causes stab of frustration but local leaders unsure of overall effect

    “Colleges are not typically just using race anyway — instead, they are typically considering race as one factor among many,” said a local law school professor. 

    By Jane Roberts July 05, 2023