Greater Memphis Chamber names Peabody exec next chairman
Doug Browne has worked for The Peabody for 19 years, but he started his career in hospitality as a dishwasher.
Calkins: Steve Cohen, Minnie Miñoso and a story to gladden your heart
When Minnie Miñoso was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, nobody was happier than Rep. Steve Cohen. A story of baseball, kindness — and an extraordinary life.
Council members question Young Dolph’s legacy but rename street anyway
The council voice vote was unanimous to rename a street for Young Dolph on Tuesday, Dec. 7, but it came after some council members questioned the honor given the lyrics of some of his music.
Frustrated City Council delays action on MLGW-union impasse
Tuesday before the City Council, MGLW management and labor couldn’t agree about what their final offers were and what was on the table. The result will be a special council meeting between now and Christmas week.
Here’s why Penny Hardaway is so protective of Emoni Bates
Hardaway says the Tigers freshman is fighting a battle most people can’t understand. Can the coach help him navigate through the adversity?
Friends, family remember big sister, student athlete killed in shooting
Two teenaged girls were killed at a Marathon gas station Friday; it’s the third incident in less than year in which a teen has been killed at the site.
Germantown Planning Commission favors Glasgow
The former Germantown Country Club site is getting closer to becoming a residential community. The Germantown Planning Commission recommended the project, Glasgow, proceed in three phases instead of seven under an amended outline plan.
UTHSC appoints new chancellor
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center announced Monday the appointment of its 11th Chancellor, Dr. Peter F. Buckley.
Williams appointment as deputy city court clerk delayed by city council
Council member Worth Morgan called for the delay Tuesday, citing Williams’ conviction and prison sentence for bribery and extortion. Meanwhile, another appointment to the airport authority is also on the council agenda in two weeks.Related story:
Grizzlies fashion: Style points count for Dillon Brooks, Jaren Jackson Jr.
Dillon Brooks insisted that he’s not in a fashion battle with teammate Jaren Jackson Jr. But if he were, Brooks says he would win.
Charlie Perkins remembered for service to Shelby County
Perkins, who served in county government for more than two decades, died over the weekend.
Boyle withdraws apartment proposal ahead of Planning Commission review
Viridian development was to include 266-unit complex.
Dallan Hayden repeats as Division 2-AAA Mr. Football
Before heading to Ohio State, CBHS senior puts an exclamation mark on his high school career.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis WBB standouts launch podcast
A pair of Memphis women’s basketball players are stepping into the media landscape.
On debut radio show, Hardaway takes ‘ownership’ of locker room issues
Penny Hardaway also softens his criticism of his players’ efforts after losses to Georgia and Ole Miss.
Black Men Crowned event to ‘put Memphis on the map in a positive way’
The awards show dedicated to honoring Memphis Black men and their accomplishments will be held Dec. 9 at the National Civil Rights Museum.
Thornwood restaurant closes after two years
Kohesian has sold its concept and the restaurant’s last day is Friday. Spence Ray is hopeful about the direction of the development. Maggie Louise Bridal appears set to open in a prominent space on the site.
Shelby County to double capacity of Mental Health Court
Mental Health Court, providing mental health support to the accused, decreases the tendency of re-offending and improves public safety, officials say.
Lowery’s pick for deputy clerk previously convicted of bribery
City Court Clerk Myron Lowery is seeking to appoint former Shelby County Commission administrator Calvin Williams, once convicted on federal bribery charges while county commission administrator, as one of his deputy clerks.
Neighborhood leaders oppose workforce housing project in Whitehaven
Michael O. Harris of GWERC sent a letter of opposition to the City of Memphis regarding One Stop Housing LLC’s proposed project that would convert the former Red Roof Inn hotel on Elvis Presley to workforce housing.
Metro
What to know about this week’s severe storms
The destruction is part of a potent storm system that the National Weather Service said will bring “significant, life-threatening flash flooding” through Saturday and could affect barge traffic on the Mississippi River.
City of Memphis Memphis ‘got lucky.’ But rocky weather will continue through the weekend
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Business
Falling Into Place: Broad Avenue shop closing, but the future is sweet
“There’s nothing sad about any of this,” Falling Into Place owner Mary Claire White said. “I feel really, really good about what I’ve done for 10 years. I’m excited to focus on the next thing.”
Health Care Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
Premium Real Estate Local industrial market booms with early-year sales, setting promising stage
Premium Real Estate Inked: Data Center in the works, egg wholesaler headed to Memphis
Sports
Morant plays villain as Grizzlies steer the ship back on track
Ja Morant relished his role as the bad guy, and hit the game-winner against the Heat in the team’s first win with Tuomas Iisalo as interim coach.Related content:
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Food
Bittersweet bakers: 17 Berkshire closing, Jacques Louise opening in Midtown
As it closes, 17 Berkshire is “passing the torch” to gluten-free bakery, Jacques Louise.
Suburbs
Collierville Schools enters contract for new bus lot
Collierville’s Board of Education wants to buy nearly 28 acres on U.S. 72 to park the fleet of yellow vehicles that transport Collierville and Germantown students.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Hot Foot Honeys, drag time travel and a bad tattoo contest
This week, Martin Luther King Jr. is honored, a fashion legend is celebrated and a mid-century home transforms into a vintage pop-up shop.
Opinion
Narcisse: Giving up more than just chocolate this Lent
Lent should unsettle our belief we’ve done anything to justify what we have and what others do not. And that, I believe, is a way of life worth living.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Flyway Brewing’s head brewer talks beer, Memphis eats, more
Flyway Brewing Co. took over the former High Cotton Brewing and Edge Alley restaurant locations near Downtown. They reopened as a combined space in November.
Games
Word Search: April theater in Memphis
Can you solve this week’s word search?