Memphian Hotel in Overton Square gets a more timeless look
Developers have changed the architecture of what will be called the Memphian Hotel in Overton Square. The latest look appears more timeless, with fewer contrasting colors.
Judge says MLGW must pay fired worker who protested statue removal
A federal judge has ruled that Memphis Light, Gas & Water Division must rehire and give back pay to an employee it fired for protesting Confederate statues' removal.
Memphis basketball freshmen aim to be more than just talk
The Memphis Tigers basketball recruits understand the recognition they have received, but they also realize they must convert that to play on the court.
LeMoyne-Owen board votes to end Miller’s tenure as president
LeMoyne-Owen College's board of trustees has voted to release Andrea Lewis Miller as president at the close of her contract Sept. 1.
Railway manufacturer expands Memphis facility
After securing a PILOT earlier this year, Cleveland Track Material Inc. has completed a $6 million expansion of its Memphis manufacturing facility that will result in 51 new jobs.
Memphis police return to normal status after Frayser unrest
The Memphis Police Department has returned to normal alert status following last week’s protest unrest in Frayser.
Metro
MATA’s 90-day zero fare pilot program is set to begin
The pilot makes it so no passes, fare cards or payments are required on all fixed-route buses, trolleys and MATAplus services.
Premium Lakeland Lakeland fires city manager after ‘erosion of trust’
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Motorists take notice of task force
Premium State Government MPD is not working with ICE on immigration, Young says
Business
How Malcolm Rawls helps Memphis RISE
“So many people in Memphis, unfortunately, are pros at managing poverty,” Malcolm Rawls said. “The biggest challenge is breaking the shame and stigma around asking for help with money and money management.”
Premium Real Estate ‘A rising tide lifts all boats': Local vet has a vision for Collierville Square
Premium Business New initiative introduces Memphis-area students to high-demand careers
Premium Spirit of Memphis For this dentist who makes house calls, her life mission is ‘more than just about teeth’
Sports
Herrington: These Grizzlies need patience. Does a ‘joy’-less Ja Morant have any to give?
The demonstrative, communicative Morant fans witnessed in the season’s opening three-game homestand seemed like a distant memory Monday.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Can Morant get his joy back? He says ‘We’ll see’
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis quarterback Brendon Lewis had a ‘great practice’ Monday
Sports Henderson’s late goal moves Tigers women’s soccer into semifinals
Food
What to order: The Memphian’s Korean BBQ short ribs and mushroom flatbread
Why bar hop the block when you can simply hop on an elevator?
Suburbs
Lakeland fires city manager after ‘erosion of trust’
The suburb’s Board of Commissioners terminated Michael Walker’s contract on Monday night at a special-called meeting.
Arts & Culture
Orpheum Theatre Group to get a ‘facelift’ by 100th anniversary
The revitalization project is the latest in the Orpheum Theatre Group’s work to modernize the Downtown campus.
Opinion
Guest Column: ‘Living in Memphis means choosing life over fear’
“We can’t let people who don’t actually live in Memphis tell us how terrible our own city is. ... Yes, there’s risk here – but there’s also rhythm, resilience and beauty.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Visit a Downtown restaurant and the City Council
On this episode of The AM/DM podcast, editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips help you prepare for the week ahead.