FedEx halting ground deliveries in U.S. for Amazon
FedEx said Wednesday it will stop delivering Amazon packages via FedEx Ground in the U.S. The Memphis-based carrier previously stopped carrying Amazon packages in its U.S. air network June 30.
Wade: Penny and Tigers start season in Paradise, might end it there, too
County Commission ordinance omits SCS from $15-an-hour pay
Shelby County Schools is not included in a proposed county ordinance to pay workers $15 an hour.
State Rep. Lamar calls out Trump over mass shootings
With Democrats from across the nation calling for stricter gun laws in the wake of two mass shootings, state Rep. London Lamar said President Donald Trump planted the seeds for the deadly incidents by fomenting hatred.
Grizz open preseason schedule with trio of home games
The Grizzlies announced a five-game preseason schedule starting with a trio of home games.
UPS mum on Memphis expansion cited in zoning case
A street-closing application to the Office of Planning and Development cites plans for a UPS expansion at Memphis International Airport.
Metro
Where to sled: Memphis-area ideas — just don’t listen to Ron Olson
Despite its moniker as the Bluff City, Memphis is flatter than the crust on a pie at Memphis Pizza Cafe. But if you know where to look, the city has a few good sledding spots.
Premium Education MSCS board member proposes keeping Marie Feagins
Business
Flights canceled across the US; FedEx warns about possible delays
FedEx released a service alert Thursday saying delays and disruptions for inbound and outbound shipments are possible “due to local conditions and restrictions.”
Real Estate Oak Court Macy’s will close in months
Sports
Calkins: Sure, Taylor Jenkins screwed up. But that’s not what you should worry about.
Taylor Jenkins took the blame for the loss. It was nice of him to say. But the Grizzlies real problem may be their inability to handle the best in the West.
High School Sports 2 from Houston High voted high school players of the week
Food
$10 Deal: The Lamplighter’s bare bones, but delectable, cheeseburger
Pair your burger with a beer, cue up a Patsy Cline song on the jukebox and let yourself be charmed by the misshapen magic of this Midtown institution.
Suburbs
World famous horses gallop back to Memphis
The horses are back in Shelby County for the first time in more than a decade, appearing at several area Kroger locations this week
Arts & Culture
Outgoing Ballet Memphis CEO leaves behind tenure full of ‘on ramps’
Gretchen Wollert McLennon first stepped dance shoes in Ballet Memphis at 11 years old. Now, after five years building on the company’s legacy, she’s taking a bow.
Opinion
Calkins: Sure, Taylor Jenkins screwed up. But that’s not what you should worry about.
Taylor Jenkins took the blame for the loss. It was nice of him to say. But the Grizzlies real problem may be their inability to handle the best in the West.
Podcasts
Epicenter’s evolving role in Memphis’ start-up ecosystem
Anthony Young, the new CEO of Epicenter, joined Eric Barnes to talk about the organization’s efforts to cultivate and support entrepreneurs in Memphis.