The policy gives the board the ability to deny a charter school application to open in a neighborhood with relatively few students; establishes a timeline for revoking a school’s charter if it shows poor academic results; and provides schools a chance to compete for free rent in district buildings.
Germantown Parks Commission is looking at rules for two neighborhood parks adjacent to schools. The commission says the intent is to ensure safety for all park visitors.
Memphis coach Mike Norvell wants to reach the American Athletic Conference championship game again, this time coming away with the trophy.
In recognition of its heritage, the Grizzlies will have throwback uniforms this year and an alternate court full of iconic colors and logos in the franchise's history.
Through four distinct series – Masterworks, Memphis Pops, Classic Accents and Stained Glass (new this year) – MSO will present more than 75 pieces of music by 37 composers and 24 guest artists.
Because of our toxic political climate, the two biggest motivators that drive voters to the polls are anger and excitement. The city election is nonpartisan and falls between the 2018 midterm and next year’s presidential contest, which may leave Memphis voters complacent.
The federal sentencing date for one of the former police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols has been rescheduled for early 2025.
Crazy Coop looks at a new location, and the former Cooper-Young Korean barbecue spot gets a new purpose. Plus, something big is coming to Bog & Barley.
Ja Morant is likely to play on Friday against New Orleans. He has crushed the Pelicans in recent games, scoring 30-plus points in four of the last five meetings.
Crazy Coop looks at a new location, and the former Cooper-Young Korean barbecue spot gets a new purpose. Plus, something big is coming to Bog & Barley.
Suburbs editor Clay Bailey is thankful for the work of the other people at The Daily Memphian who work to bring readers suburban news.
The Reimagining the Civic Commons initiative has been funded in Memphis and nine other cities since 2016. It’s now embarking on a new round of work.
Ben Schulman writes that “a land-value tax (LVT), an old idea gaining new currency to unlock the potential for more equitable development outcomes, could be the catalyst for revitalizing underutilized areas across Memphis.”
From tamales to pozole to a simple turkey sandwich, here’s how some Memphis chefs recraft their Thanksgiving leftovers.
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game that people of all ages can enjoy.