Special Report: Union Men, Part 2
Success, failure and a trail of lawsuits mark developer’s past
In Part Two of our series: How the Great Recession nearly flattened J. Kevin Adams before he rebounded to assemble possibly his greatest project yet.
When developers seek incentives should officials check their backgrounds?
Extra to our Special Report: Unlike Memphis, some cities dig deep into the backgrounds of developers seeking public incentives.
Happy Birthday
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Prospero Health to set up operations in Memphis
Prospero Health plans to invest $1.5 million and hire 249 workers in Memphis, setting up operations in One Commerce Square Downtown.
Guardsmark founder Ira Lipman dies in New York
Ira A. Lipman, founder of the formerly Memphis-based private security firm Guardsmark, has died in New York City.
Sawyer says she is in mayor’s race to end as she works to rebuild trust
After three days of intensifying controversy, mayoral contender and Shelby County Commissioner Tami Sawyer said Tuesday she remains a candidate for mayor and is working to rebuild trust with LGBTQ allies no matter what happens in the election.
Metro
Blight, animals and parks: New leaders take position at key city divisions
One of the three confirmed city directors is in charge of a completely new division to tackle garbage and trash collection. Plus, the City Council approved a bonus for retired city employees.
Premium Spirit of Memphis ‘A win for the kids’: Local real estate company launches initiative to help at-risk youths
Premium City of Memphis The Old Daisy has been centerstage for the messy history of Beale Street control. Here’s the story.
Premium Bartlett An old house filled with old stuff. A complicated past. And one thing that grosses kids out.
Business
Downtown riverboat landing moving closer to Bass Pro
The move will support the ongoing preservation of the historic cobblestone river landing.
Premium Health Care ALSAC’s new CEO talks tech, talent, Memphis, more
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Premium Health Care Jennie Robbins is a different kind of leader for Church Health
Sports
Ja Morant dishes on Desmond Bane trade, Jaren Jackson Jr. extension and Ty Jerome addition
Grizzlies star Ja Morant said he was shocked to see Desmond Bane get traded to the Orlando Magic, but it was best for both teams.
Premium Sports Teenager sets American, world best at Ed Murphey Classic
Memphis Grizzlies Big fourth quarter carries Grizzlies to win over Trail Blazers
Premium Sports Ravens receiver Anthony Miller’s new foundation looks to serve Memphis youth
Food
Table Talk: English brings dinner to the Brooks
Chef Kelly English is hosting a four-course meal inspired by “Away with the Tides,” an exhibition currently at the Brooks Museum of Art.
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
You can sing your heart out at the Orpheum. But not on the stage.
Saturday afternoon screenings of “Sing 2,” “The Sound of Music” and “Grease” will feature on-screen lyrics, encouraging audience members to belt out their favorite songs.
Opinion
Brilliance, courage defined journalist, and amigo, Karanja Ajanaku
One day in late May 1977, a young Black man took a seat at a desk for his first day as a reporter at The Commercial Appeal.
Podcasts
Two state lawmakers plan to push for MSCS takeover
Rep. Mark White and Sen. Brent Taylor, both Republicans, propose the next steps for their bills that would give the state more power over Memphis-Shelby County Schools.