Surge prediction pushed to summer, broad compliance seen with ‘Back to Business’
Three days into the first round of local business reopenings, there are lots of questions about the specific safeguards businesses are to take.
‘The Brave One': Sarla Nichols turned dying into living
Friends and family are remembering longtime yoga studio owner Sarla Nichols, who passed away over the Memorial Day weekend.
Acquiring masks has been too much of a community adventure
The diversity of masks and their origins would be charming if it wasn’t yet another sign of official dysfunction in our collective approach to controlling a pandemic.
Local coronavirus growth slows even as more tests given
The recent data will likely serve as a of baseline when it comes to making future decisions on evaluating whether or not Shelby County’s cases have stabilized or shown a downward trend over a 14-day period.
Coronavirus live blog, May 6: Shelby County has lowest increase in a month
The health department reported an additional death due to the virus, with the total now at 58. Shelby County has 2,948 confirmed cases of COVID-19, an increase of 26 cases from the day prior. That’s the lowest single-day total in a month.
Internationally known neurologist leads new center at St. Jude
Later this year, St. Jude expects to accept patients for clinical trials in pediatric neurology.
Three Penny Hardaway signature shoes honored by ESPN
Coach Penny Hardaway's shoe line has been recognized by ESPN with three versions in the Top 25
Former Melrose star Johnathon Johnson poised to make most of NFL opportunity
After a frustrating senior season at Missouri, Johnathon Johnson will look to make his mark in Washington when NFL training camps open.
Mid-America Apartments earnings tick up slightly despite COVID-19
MAA reported revenues and expenses ticked up slightly, while the COVID-19 pandemic started to affect the multifamily rental business as the first quarter closed.
Proposed factory with Elvis links draws opposition in Whitehaven
An online petition and plans for a "peaceful vehicle protest" Wednesday mark opposition to a proposal to convert Whitehaven's old Graves Elementary into a manufacturing and vo-tech complex.
For Mother’s Day brunch, here are some options to dine in or out
Mother’s Day is Sunday, and if you want to take her out, there are places to go. But there are also plenty of good takeout meals you can enjoy at home.
Local news has competition again — and that’s good
I cherish the competitive newspaper environments that marked the early years of my career — in Jackson between The Clarion-Ledger and Daily News and in Memphis between The Commercial Appeal and Press-Scimitar.
Stimulus check: Pay to the order of deceased Memphian
James D. "Jimmy" Edwards died on Oct. 23, 2018. This week, a $1,200 stimulus check arrived in the mail for the late Memphian.
Memphis Zoo would admit only 3,000 people at a time under COVID-19 reopening plan
The Memphis Zoo awaits word from the city on when it can reopen with limits on crowds and social distancing requirements enforced.
Germantown endorses rezoning 3 acres near Forest Hill Elementary
Germantown's Planning Commission endorsed rezoning three acres that will become part of John Duke's larger Wilder at Forest Hill subdivision north of Forest Hill Elementary School.
Metro
The Early Word: Residents throw more money into trash and down the drain
Another lawsuit is filed over redistricting, Ghost River owners explains why they left Beale and Huff wants the Tigers to be like Michael Jackson.
State Government The AM/DM podcast: Redistricting Tennessee and what comes next
Premium Shelby County A quick history of Tennessee redistricting and a closer look at unofficial vote totals
Premium Education Declining birth rates impact enrollment in Shelby County’s suburban schools
Update Public Safety MPD releases body camera footage of officer shot, suspect pleads not guilty
Business
As Amazon targets business shippers, FedEx faces fresh questions
After Amazon announced its expansion of its logistics services, experts said the market might have overreacted. FedEx, UPS, DHL and the other Memphis logistics companies bet on resilience.
Premium Health Care ‘Don’t give up on yourself’: Regional One team defy odds to save officer’s leg
Premium Business Tomato prices spike as weather, supply chains squeeze growers and retailers
Premium Real Estate Long-planned development in one of Memphis’ older neighborhoods moving forward
Real Estate Affordable housing wins come a few lots at a time
Sports
Memphis Grizzlies’ Brandon Clarke has died, multiple sources confirm
Clarke played a crucial role in the lone playoff series victory of his Grizzlies’ era, a first-round win against the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2022.
High School Sports Red-hot St. George’s is two wins away from a state tournament trip
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Draft combine notebook: Cameron Boozer measures up, mock drafts point his way
Memphis Tigers Football Why Charles Huff wants Memphis football to be like Michael Jackson
Memphis Grizzlies The Grizzlies got lucky. Now a franchise-altering decision looms.
Food
Briza adds Houston’s-style chicken tender special
“Because we haven’t had it in so long, it seems that much better. Nostalgia comes back in a way and is something to hold onto,” one customer said as Briza launched its new Houston’s-style chicken tenders.
Food News Pitmasters, start your smokers! Memphis in May’s barbecue contest is back this week.
Suburbs
Germantown sanitation rates are going up despite some pushback
A Germantown board approved a new sanitation contract, and residents should see the price increase on their bill this summer.
Premium Collierville ‘Somebody is going to die’: Collierville considering restrictions for e-bikes, motorized scooters
Arts & Culture
Phoebe Bridgers to host surprise concert at Hi-Tone tonight
Flyers were posted on light poles in Memphis for a secret pop-up concert “tonight” by Phoebe Bridgers, who was part of supergroup Boy Genius, at Hi-Tone Cafe.
Arts & Culture Memphis Movies This Week: Fresh filmmakers debut, ‘Top Gun’ flies again
Opinion
Calkins: Making Memphis madder — on a week the city best never forget
There is a single spot in Memphis where you can stand in all three congressional districts. It’s an absurdity, yes. And a cause for rage.
Opinion Echols: Will we recognize each other in Heaven?
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Redistricting Tennessee and what comes next
Metro editor Jane Donahoe says Memphis often makes more national news than it should for a city of its size, and last week was no exception.
City of Memphis The AM/DM podcast: A week of barbecue, budgets and bikes
Games
Sudoku: May 11
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?