$1.5M building permit filed for Clayborn Temple exterior work
Clayborn Temple is preparing for work to begin on the historic site's exterior.
Hield, Fox lead Sacramento to 99-96 victory over Grizzlies
On the scene at the International Blues Challenge
Bands and solo/duo acts from Memphis and Mississippi to the Mediterranean and all points in-between competed Thursday night in the quarterfinals of the annual International Blues Challenge on Beale. Competition continues through Saturday.
Developers closely watch Germantown’s plans for golf course
Developers watch with interest what may become of the 180-acre Germantown Country Club, which they say would be a prime location for a well-planned, high-end residential development.
State not seeking Memphis megasite money for next budget unless it lands a major employer
Economic and Community Development commissioner contends the state has enough resources on hand to make the Memphis Regional Megasite in Haywood County "shovel-ready."
Recap: Grizzlies come close, but drop their eighth straight as late calls go against them
The Memphis Grizzlies saw their losing streak continue as a late call thwarted a last-minute comeback and hopes for a win.
Metro
Appeals court sides with city in suit brought by Cleotha Abston victim
The state appeals court affirmed that the city is protected from suit over claims that Memphis police allegedly failed to properly investigate when Cleotha Abston raped a woman in 2021.
Premium Public Safety Police likely looking for more suspects in Memphis Allies shooting
Premium Education As Medical District High seniors graduate, they’re already juniors in college
Shelby County Harris proposes lower property tax rate, $5 wheel tax hike
Business
Food Files: Bahama Breeze closes, Second Line goes Hawaiian
A new coffee shop is opening in Midtown, and people may “Just Love” it.
Premium Health Care Varsity Brands commits millions to St. Jude
Premium Transportation & Logistics Better lighting, ‘car condos’ set to take off at Memphis airport parking lots
Business Elon Musk-founded xAI could purchase large order of transformers
Sports
Friday prep report: ECS girls win first state lacrosse title
Casey Vargo leads the way with eight goals as the Eagles take control early against University School of Nashville. Also, a rough day for local baseball teams as Collierville, Houston and MUS are eliminated from postseason play.
Sports Tigers fall in dramatic fashion, will not qualify for AAC Tournament
Sports LeMoyne-Owen names new men’s basketball coach
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis snaps losing streak with win over Nashville
Food
$15 Deal: Alex’s Greek burger has Cavender’s, grease and a legacy
If you’re lucky enough to stumble into Alex’s Tavern, you gotta get the burger.
Suburbs
Crosswind Elementary teachers get first look at school expansion
Crosswind Elementary teachers toured the school’s expansion Tuesday afternoon. The wing will be connected to the main building over the summer.
Arts & Culture
Summer Drive-In closing
The site was listed for sale in March, but the president of Malco Theatres said it would only be sold “if it was the right thing to do.”
Opinion
Conaway: We are Warriors, every one
“It’s the city, man,” the band’s leader, Dr. Ollie Lindell, answered when asked where that joy comes from, “the soul.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Gina Neely talks food, family and SmokeSlam
Gina Neely is the guest on this week’s “Sound Bites.” In addition to riffing on what makes good barbecue and why Memphis is No. 1 on her list, Neely and Holly Whitfield discussed SmokeSlam.
Games
5 by 5 crossword: May 16
Can you finish this puzzle and hear the sweet sound of victory?