Shelby Farms names new restaurant tenant
Coastal Fish Company, owned by Russ Graham and Tom Powers, will open this fall in the space on Hyde Lake formerly occupied by The Kitchen.
No Rest: New Grizzlies’ front office not shy about dealing and likely not done
Change is here. Embrace it. Let Grit and Grind rest for a time.
Shelby County Commission chairman will push to override Harris veto of U of M money
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris has vetoed a capital improvement budget allocation that gives the University of Memphis $1 million for the Michael Rose Natatorium until the lowest-paid workers are paid $15 an hour. Commission Chairman Van Turner says he will try to override the veto.
Sedgwick strikes deal to buy New Jersey-based York Risk Services
Memphis-based Sedgwick, provider of claims and risk management services, announced an agreement to buy York Risk Services Group, a New Jersey company with nearly 5,000 employees and 60 offices.
Memphis basketball Nike EYBL Peach Jam preview
Wednesday morning marks the beginning of Peach Jam and one of the most critical weeks in Memphis coach Penny Hardaway’s defense of his recruiting crown.
Fred’s amends forbearance agreement a second time
Memphis-based discount retailer Fred’s Inc. has amended a forbearance agreement with its lenders again.
Metro
MSCS’ Richmond not bound by same ethics clause Feagins was
Memphis-Shelby County Schools board members formalized its contract with Interim Superintendent Roderick Richmond two months after appointing him to replace ousted Superintendent Marie Feagins.
State Government Tenn. House advances its version of Memphis school takeover
Metro Severe weather coverage: MPD warns against driving during storm
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Business
Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
Dr. Ralph Alvarado, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health, touched on everything from vaccines to fluoride to health disparities during a presentation at the University of Memphis on Friday, March 28.
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
Premium Real Estate Local industrial market booms with early-year sales, setting promising stage
Premium Real Estate Inked: Data Center in the works, egg wholesaler headed to Memphis
Sports
Redbirds Recap: Memphis hammers Buffalo in series’ second game
The Memphis Redbirds took Game 2 of their six-game series with Buffalo, beating the Bisons 15-3 Wednesday at AutoZone Park.
Memphis Grizzlies NBA reportedly examining gestures between Ja Morant, Buddy Hield
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Food
Michelin could recognize a Memphis restaurant in new guide
The new Michelin Guide American South will be the company’s first regional guide in North America. Anonymous Michelin inspectors are already in the field exploring the area.
Suburbs
Southaven expanding animal shelter
As the Southaven community has grown, the need for an expanded facility has become increasingly apparent to both city officials and local animal welfare advocates.
Arts & Culture
Collaborative group shows dominate April art openings in Memphis
April artists on view in Memphis include Dolph Smith, Colleen Couch, April Bey, Joel Parsons, Brian Jobe, Kiersten Williams, Yancy Villa, and many more.
Opinion
Calkins: Yes, the Grizzlies lost again. But all may not be lost!
The Grizzlies got scorched by Steph Curry (52 points) as the Warriors passed them in the standings. So is there anything to feel good about? Actually, yes!
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Flyway Brewing’s head brewer talks beer, Memphis eats, more
Flyway Brewing Co. took over the former High Cotton Brewing and Edge Alley restaurant locations near Downtown. They reopened as a combined space in November.
Games
Jigsaw: Birthday paw-ty
This week’s puzzle features a photo from a celebration of local pup celebrities Sir Meatball and Milkshake.