Calkins: One era ends, another begins as Mike Conley is traded to Utah
The Grizzlies traded Mike Conley to the Utah Jazz Wednesday, ending one era but bolstering the new one.
Herrington: Mike Conley trade an impressive first transaction for new Grizzlies leadership
Did the Grizzlies make a smart trade in moving former franchise cornerstone Mike Conley? A thorough look suggests so.
Collierville files complaint over landfill concerns
Collierville has taken legal action due to the smell, noise and safety concerns created by the Frank Road landfill. The town hopes a judge will issue an order to eliminate the problems.
Dog park concerns overshadow mixed-use development investment
Construction on a $1.8 million mixed-use project on Monroe by the owners of McEwen’s restaurant could begin next month.
AutoZone secures tax abatement for Downtown expansion
AutoZone is approved for a tax incentive to expand its Downtown presence into a “campus environment.”
AAC sets home and away pairings for Memphis basketball
Memphis basketball’s conference slate features home games against Houston, Cincinnati, Temple and Wichita State.
Metro
Nichols’ attorneys want civil trial pushed until late 2026
The requested trial date would be more than three and a half years after five now-former Memphis Police officers beat Tyré Nichols, who later died from his injuries.
Metro Memphis Zoo mourns loss of ‘beloved’ animal
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Business
Hire Local helps Memphians become nurses, paramedics — tuition-free
For a Memphis program, finding home-grown professionals to bolster the medical workforce starts at Hire Local.
Premium Real Estate New Medical District apartments get tax incentive
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Sports
NBA Players Association Foundation names Santi Aldama to board
It’s been a big week for Aldama, 24, who also got married in Spain over the weekend with several former teammates present.
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High School Sports Cardinals select Houston High standout Ryan Mitchell
Food
What to Order: Eggxactly’s uncommon omelet
Turkey is smoked for an entire day before it becomes part of this breakfast favorite.
Suburbs
From FedEx to City Hall: Olive Branch COO stepping down
Before Todd Ondra was hired, Olive Branch’s 17 department heads reported directly to the town’s mayor.
Arts & Culture
‘A win for the kids’: Local real estate company launches initiative to help at-risk youths
Funding will go toward three nonprofits with programs to support children dealing with trauma, death and stress through stage performances, art classes and instruments.
Opinion
Calkins: Memphis Rox reopens with ‘climb for Mond’
Two weeks after Jarmond Johnson was shot and killed at Memphis Rox, the gym reopened with a joyful, mournful — and ultimately hopeful — ceremonial climb.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: The search for a new judge, and more
In this episode of The AM/DM, The Daily Memphian’s new morning podcast, newsletter editor Bianca Phillips and editorial director Mary Cashiola discuss this week’s upcoming news events.