Haushalter apologizes for chaos at Pipkin, promises better
Capacity at Pipkin doubled Wednesday; late in the day, the lines were running smoothly.
Hundreds turned away from Pipkin late Tuesday; Health Dept. says vaccine was available
Health Department is sending emails to some turned away saying vaccine was available and apologizing for error.
State says Shelby getting its fair share of COVID vaccine
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee denies that Shelby County is getting less than its share of COVID-19 vaccine, and he sent a letter to Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland Wednesday, Jan. 27, saying so.
Opinion: The frustration of appointments, long waits and lack of vaccines
As people wait hours for their vaccine appointment time, they end up leaving without a shot in the arm and a head full of frustration.
In CDC’s backyard, school reopening debate divides experts
Weighing positives, negatives of Grizzlies’ hiatus
While the postponements did halt the momentum of the Grizzlies, it could mean more games with Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. on the floor together.
New data confirms violent crime increase for 2020
The Public Safety Institute and the Memphis Shelby Crime Commission report released crime stats for 2020 confirming what was reported throughout last year -- violent crime was front and center in Memphis with a record number of homicides and aggravated assaults.
Shelby County Commission Scorecard: Police militarization, Trump honors, Capitol insurrection
The County Commission Scorecard tracks how a seven-month-old police reform proposal moved from being one vote short of the seven necessary for final approval to 10 votes across party lines this week.
Old warehouse may provide parking for Snuff District
Many of the Snuff District’s office workers and residents may park their vehicles inside what is now a vacant, historic warehouse at 700 N. Front. An added benefit for the mixed-use development: Fewer surface parking lots.
A dive into Grizzlies conspiracy
Grizzlies beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington look back at some of the hottest takes in Grizzlies fan history and gauge if the NBA is treating the Grizzlies’ COVID-19 situation different than the rest of the large-market teams.
Tillman Cove project could be mixed-use development
The City of Memphis seeks zoning exceptions so the 219-unit Tillman Cove redevelopment can have ground-floor commercial space on Tillman, a second entrance into the neighborhood, and a maintenance building.
Collierville High parents want students to return
Debate continues on when Collierville High students should return to more time in the classroom as the district weighs safety with best learning experience.
Kruger adding 27 jobs, equipment to make facial tissue
The North Memphis plant that makes facial and bathroom tissue and other paper products will soon invest $20 million in new equipment.
Zoning variance approved for Cooper-Young project
The Board of Adjustment approved zoning variances for a planned retail center in East Memphis, an expansion of Memphis Country Club, a retail and townhouse development in Cooper-Young, and the expansion of a funeral service on Lamar.
Why is the African American Music museum in Nashville?
The answer is simple and it also stings. It’s in Nashville because Nashville asked for it.
Tigers Football Insider: Anthony Miller is back — and he comes bearing gifts
Anthony Miller, who just finished his third season with the Chicago Bears, will be back in Memphis on Friday.
Daily Memphian high honor school roll: Bartlett’s Knox shines in win over ECS
University of Memphis commit delivered in the clutch in victory over ECS on Jan. 23.
Table Talk: Introducing a talky cousin
We’re talking food on our Table Talk group on Facebook, soup on Sound Bites and eating new burgers in East Memphis.
Southwest wins national award for improving process, narrowing gaps
Southwest Tennessee Community College is one of three recipients of the 2021 Bellwether Award. It represents five years of work to improve the student experience, from registration to graduation.
Prep notebook: FACS tabs Mitch McDaniel to lead football program
New coach promises community-oriented approach to his job.
New Eats: Belly Acres in Regalia
Belly Acres brings a menu of grass-fed burger choices and plenty of other options to the popular corner of Poplar and Ridgeway.
Metro
County mayor in Nashville working on alternatives to MSCS takeover bill
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris was in Nashville on Monday trying to talk lawmakers out of a state takeover of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. He says there are some alternatives being discussed.
Premium Education School board appointee ready to be ‘loudest advocate’ for Germantown
Business
Corporate Transparency Act adds confusion for small businesses
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network requirement can be time-consuming, expensive and confusing, according to business owners and attorneys. Adding to the confusion is the fact that the Corporate Transparency Act is in limbo as various court rulings continue to block and restore the law.
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Sports
Calkins: Ed Scott aims to make Memphis ‘a Top 25 athletic program in America’ — believe it or not
Memphis athletic director Ed Scott has been on the job for a tumultuous, wrenching but ultimately triumphant six months. In that time, Scott has seen enough to believe Memphis can be “a Top 25 athletic program in America.” Now he needs others to believe it, too. Calkins: Ed Scott on realignment, Penny, the NCAA investigation, attendance and more Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium will have reduced capacity, according to new plansRelated content:
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Food
After 2 1/2 years, Central BBQ reopens in Midtown
Central BBQ marries both the old and the new in its revamped Central Avenue location.
Suburbs
School board appointee ready to be ‘loudest advocate’ for Germantown
“Education, to me, is the great equalizer,” said Scotty Hendricks Jr., who Germantown leaders appointed to the Board of Education. “There is nothing that prevents someone that has education from being able to figure out how to overcome obstacles.”
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘September 5,’ ‘Paris is Burning’
The most notable new wide-release film opening in Memphis this week is the mysterious “Companion,” a comedy-thriller that’s gotten positive early buzz.
Opinion
Calkins: Ed Scott on realignment, Penny, the NCAA investigation, attendance and more
Memphis athletic director Ed Scott has been on the job for six months. Here’s what he has to say about realignment, the ongoing NCAA investigation, Ryan Silverfield, Penny Hardaway and the university’s plans for paying players.
Podcasts
County mayor, judge say they have plan to take over juvenile-detention center
Mayor Lee Harris and Judge Tarik Sugarmon talk on “Behind The Headlines” about the compromise they have taken to Sheriff Floyd Bonner about administration of the county’s juvenile-detention center.