Domino’s pledges $100 million to St. Jude, largest gift in hospital’s history
New, 140-apartment housing building will be called The Domino’s Village. Opening of the on-campus facility is planned for spring of 2023.
Calkins: When is a party bus not a party bus? And was Ryan Silverfield right to handle this the way he did?
In a blistering statement to the media Monday, the Memphis Tigers coach denied that his players were on such a bus. His anger was understandable. His response was worrisome.
Herrington: What shake-ups in Houston, OKC might mean for the Grizzlies
A quiet offseason for Memphis. Shake-ups likely at Houston and Oklahoma City. This might be the Grizzlies’ opportunity to leapfrog into playoff contention.
Three county police reform ordinances get rough reception at County Commission
The trio of ordinances affecting the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and corrections officers advanced automatically in Monday’s first of three votes on the measures. A second reading will be held in two weeks and a third is tentatively set in October.
County hiring freeze continues to thaw
A total of 78 positions in various parts of county government are the latest exceptions to a hiring freeze. But as they approved the waivers Monday, county commissioners signaled they are about to make a decision on the hiring freeze’s viability possibly by the end of this month.
Silverfield denies ‘party bus’ involved in Memphis football COVID-19 outbreak
The Tigers coach discusses what happened; football program activities remain on hold.
Oliver’s Crossing approved, residents address Confederate relic
Collierville leaders approved the amended plan for Oliver’s Crossing. Additionally, they heard from residents about the Confederate relic in Town Square Park.
Germantown wants Barzizza to pay cost of challenge to Election Commission
Germantown vote leaves unsuccessful candidate John Barzizza with $18,246 bill for legal fees associated with his challenge of the 2018 mayoral election.
Another one: Memphis linebacker Tim Hart opts out of season
The redshirt senior is the third known player in the Tigers’ football program to do so.
Number of COVID-positive patients in area ICUs rises
About 26% of area ICU patients were either COVID-positive or suspected of having the virus.
Attorneys for Pervis Payne seek to stop execution; claim he’s intellectually disabled
The Shelby County man, convicted in the 1987 slayings of a Millington woman and her young daughter, is scheduled to be executed on Dec. 3.
FedEx gears up for vaccine shipments with new tracking technology
FedEx’s latest package tracking innovation, SenseAware ID, will be available to some premium shippers in health care, aerospace and retail in November.
FedEx announces 2021 shipping rates
With strong demand for shipping services expected to continue for the foreseeable future, FedEx has rolled out its annual round of price increases for 2021.
State’s recruiting of Chinese investment questioned
Legislators could question Gov. Bill Lee’s administration this week over reports it is recruiting Chinese investment to Tennessee amid a trade war and questions about whether China misled the world over COVID-19.
Calkins: Could pandemic last another year? A handbook for how to cope
Dr. Anthony Fauci said that it may be late 2021 before life begins to feel normal again. So how to we persevere? Here is the wisdom of three people: Kirk Whalum, a character called “TrashMan” and my 95-year-old mom.
Stress-weary doctors soldier on in COVID-19 marathon
Statistically, the stress of the pandemic has hammered the health care workforce, and the signs are everywhere.
Memphis Grizzlies draft: Who might be available in the second round
Whenever the draft does take place, the Grizzlies might be able to land a 3-point shooter.
Four-star center Jerrell Colbert moving to Memphis
He’ll transfer to Houston High, where former Grizzlies guard Mike Miller, who spent the past two seasons as a Memphis Tigers assistant, has taken over the basketball program.
Metro
Alleged Young stalker ‘not a bad man,’ family says
“I know the conditions of the release. But he just wants to talk to him and I’m gonna ask the mayor, is he too busy?” the man’s uncle said. “(He’s) the mayor of the city. If he’s got a citizen that wants to talk to him, talk to him.”
Update Metro City loses another round vs. Memphis Police Association
Public Safety Judge recusal adds turmoil to sentencing of former MPD officers
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Business
Varsity Spirit pro cheerleaders to get P-A-I-D!
Memphis-based Varsity Spirit is launching a professional cheerleading league in January, giving athletes 18 years old and older the opportunity to get paid to compete after college.
Premium Ford Megasite New Jackson industrial park located with BlueOval in mind
Real Estate Downtown businesses receive $119K for renovations
Real Estate Vacant Downtown building gets $200,000 revitalization loan
Sports
Houston’s Justin Frison moves past injury
A frustrating end to the 2025 season has only fueled the fire for the Houston High Mustangs’ class of 2027 point guard.
Memphis Grizzlies After bashing Memphis, Stephen A. Smith is coming to town
Update Memphis Tigers Football Tigers recruiting tracker: Memphis football Class of 2026 commits
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Food
Newish Downtown bar and bistro closes
The restaurant was known for experiences such as wine tastings, spirit pairings and caviar bumps.
Suburbs
Arlington veterans’ home waitlist open
Construction on the Tennessee State Veterans’ Home in Arlington has been underway for more than two years.
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Memphis musicians on TV
In recent weeks, Memphis musicians including Valerie June, Gloria “GloRilla” Woods, and Kia Shine have made TV appearances, both as music performers and as actors.
Opinion
Herrington: When free agency arrives, spotlight’s on Grizzly Santi Aldama
As the NBA offseason rolls down the on-ramp, there’s been so much noise around the Memphis Grizzlies that one of the team’s biggest and most unavoidable issues has felt forgotten.
Podcasts
Metal Museum head talks about future, new plans for old building
Executive director Carissa Hussong breaks down how the new Metal Museum building dramatically increases the programming — and the revenue generation — that will be possible in the museum’s new home.