Dr. Williams touched hundreds with zeal for life, health
Friends and colleagues talk about the irrepressible good sport and hard worker who had just begun his life of service.
Ex-Briarcrest star returns as Memphis hosts NIBC championship game
Former Briarcrest standout Kennedy Chandler is among the many highly-regarded prospects in the game between Sunrise Christian and Montverde Academy.
Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane won’t be available against Lakers
The rookie is out for personal reasons, according to the team.
Have an ice day — images from Memphis’ winter weather
Memphians woke up this morning to freezing rain and icy conditions.
Tributes pour in for Ken Taylor, political strategist and activist
Ken Taylor, a well-known politico and education advocate, died Monday at age 36.
City proposes inclusion of 100 North Main Building in Downtown parking plan
The resolution from Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland going to City Council next week would include the city’s tallest building in the use of a PILOT extension fund and also include a parking garage in the “Snuff District.”
Memphis basketball’s road game at Houston postponed
Positive COVID-19 tests forced the Tigers to cancel two games this week against Cincinnati and Houston.
Health Department postpones Friday vaccinations
Second day of vaccine appointments canceled.
‘Snow day’ brings ice, keeps public works crews busy
The coating of ice arrived just before dawn Thursday, after a night of rain and followed by a light snow by afternoon. It is expected to hang around into the weekend.
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Doctors suspect COVID delayed immune response in young surgeon’s death
Dr. J. Barton Williams did not know he had COVID; antibody was present in his blood, doctors say.
Five local players named Mr. Basketball and Miss Basketball finalists
Standouts from ECS, Tipton-Rosemark, CBHS, Houston and Hutchison are among those in the running for state’s top basketball honor.
‘It’s time!’ says Kelsey as bill advances to get SCS students back in class
After a tense exchange between two Memphis-area lawmakers, the Senate Education Committee voted 8-1 for a measure that would ensure Gov. Bill Lee could legally force Shelby County Schools to offer in-person learning.
Millington Schools remains closed due to inclement weather
Millington Schools will remain closed, while other suburban districts plan to reopen Friday.
Herrington: New starters boost offense while a Ja Morant rivalry game looms
De’Anthony Melton’s absence is noticed, and Kyle Anderson is shooting with gusto.
Southwind firms, property owners win battle against proposed strip center
The Land Use Control Board also approved a transitional group home in Binghampton for veterans, an attached-townhouse development on Brookhaven Circle, and plans for a used-car lot in Raleigh. The board rejected plans a 35-lot subdivision of container homes in New Chicago.
Opinion: Call in the National Guard — or FedEx: Memphis’ vaccination efforts need a leader
The beleaguered Shelby County Health Department simply cannot effectively manage the monumental effort needed to distribute vaccines. We need someone to take charge and lead. Someone who will get things done, without excuses.
Coronavirus: Third day of fewer than 200 new cases
Those 190 cases come from 4,253 tests, giving the day a positivity rate of 4.5%.
Grizzlies Insider: Historic shooting night is ‘validation’ for Grizzlies
The team is firmly in the mix as a playoff contender and they have their depth to thank, as well as veteran Kyle Anderson, playing the best basketball of his career.
Prep notebook: After committing to Michigan, Germantown’s Jones turns recruiter
Red Devils defensive back Kody Jones is the sixth-ranked prospect in Tennessee in the class of 2022. Also, Vic Shivers has been named the new head coach at Arlington.
Clayborn Temple stained glass could capture historic events
The Center City Development Corp. will consider a $50,000 grant to help create new stained-glass windows for Historic Clayborn Temple.
Metro
Youth program achieving results in effort to combat juvenile crime, study shows
University of Memphis study shows that SWITCH Youth program meant to decrease juvenile crime is having a positive effect.
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Public Safety Suspect named in Downtown shooting that allegedly targeted police
Business
Escape Room, Amuse owners find next challenge in former Bari space
A new hangout spot is coming to Midtown Memphis that brings a twist to the traditional game night.
Premium South Memphis XAI raises $10 billion. What does it mean for Memphis?
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State Government Trump names Memphian to TVA board
Sports
Grizzlies cruise to win in summer league opener
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Food
Sound Bites: Ellen Chamberlain makes her Memphis food podcast debut
Ellen Chamberlain joins Memphis food podcast host Holly Whitfield to talk about Memphis food news of the week, from a car crash at Celtic to caviar bumps.
Suburbs
Bailey: Book borrowing in Bartlett proves beneficial
Eighteen months after leaving the Memphis system, Bartlett’s library is continuing to make improvements as questions linger about whether the departure was the right move.
Arts & Culture
Gallery: Stax Music Academy performs in DC
A group of Stax Music Academy students performed at this year’s Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington, D.C. on Friday, July 4.
Opinion
Opinion: Your Jewish neighbors need you more than ever
By working together, fostering understanding, and speaking out against hate, we can ensure that Memphis remains a beacon of safety and acceptance for all.
Podcasts
Candidates ‘have the responsibility for turnout’
The Shelby County Election Commission chairman and the elections administrator talked about low voter turnout and election off year mechanics on “Behind The Headlines.”