Raleigh to get new farmers market and park
The site for a new Raleigh farmers market and community park is near the Raleigh Town Center development site.
Jerry Lawler files wrongful-death lawsuit in death of his son
Jerry Lawler files a wrongful-death lawsuit against Hardeman County in connection with the death of his son last year. Authorities say Brian Lawler died after he was found hanging in in his jail cell.
How should ‘Crosstown Mound’ be redeveloped?
Two options will be presented at a public meeting for developing a long-vacant, nine-acre mound created for a section of Interstate 40 that was never completed.
Former MLB closer Jason Motte new pitching coach at CBHS
Former MLB closer Jason Motte, most recently on the UofM baseball staff, will be sharing his knowledge of the game as pitching coach at Christian Brothers High School.
It’s official: The 2020 WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational will be June 29-July 5
Already looking forward to the second WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational? It'll be over the July 4 weekend.
Calkins: Koepka a fitting Memphis champion
Brooks Koepka's victory in the inaugural WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational was another St. Jude moment.
Metro
Trump taps familiar face for U.S. attorney of Western District
Dunavant was the chief federal prosecutor for West Tennessee during the first Trump administration.
State Government Trump names Memphian to TVA board
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Business
Trump names Memphian to TVA board
TVA board members are nominated by the president and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Trump fired three board members this spring, leaving the board without a quorum.
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Sports
Why Grizzlies free agent addition Ty Jerome could be big deal
Ty Jerome may not be Desmond Bane, but his production off the bench for Cleveland last season showed signs of serious potential. Related content:
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Food
What to order: Turkey and dressing feeds the soul at The Four Way
The Four Way in South Memphis knows special-occasion food doesn’t have to be relegated to holidays and family gatherings.
Suburbs
Fire in the sky: Officials urge safety first with fireworks
While many people enjoy the sound and fury of fireworks around Independence Day, there are dangers associated with the firecrackers and Roman candles.
Arts & Culture
Pro tips for pollinator gardens
How to get more native plants into your yard — and your life. Related content:
Opinion
Buckley: Memphis Tigers coach feels like he’s working in the pros. Again.
“A decade after leaving the NFL, it’s basically as if the Memphis Tigers' Ryan Silverfield is back coaching professional football.”
Podcasts
Candidates ‘have the responsibility for turnout’
The Shelby County Election Commission chairman and the elections administrator talked about low voter turnout and election off year mechanics on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Jigsaw: Fresh ideas
This week’s jigsaw features a photo of a Memphian’s new take on a garden.