State Supreme Court tells all West Tennessee judges: Eviction ban lifted
The state court’s general counsel emailed notice to judges and courts at all levels in 22 West Tennessee counties stating that the eviction ban is now lifted.
Fundraising for Zion Christian Cemetery will help continue preservation work
Long-term plans for the cemetery would make it a tourist stop highlighting the accomplishments of the African Americans who are buried there.
Herrington: The Grizzlies are Team Floater. Is that a good thing?
The statistics reveal a great deal about a shot, and shot attempts, that is taken in the “short mid-range.”
City Council comes out against Byhalia pipeline project
Questions about opinions and litigation Tuesday in council committee turned into a rallying cry for some to join a legal fight in the name of the city’s underground water source.
Ban on retail sale of dogs and cats voted down by City Council
The final vote Tuesday shifted dramatically after the owner of a Petland store in Wolfchase that prompted the ban ordinance complained he had been harassed by city inspectors who cited him for three violations last Friday.
Council members question why police candidate interviews will not be public
Some council members questioned why they, along with the public, will not get a chance to question the seven police candidates before Mayor Jim Strickland nominates one of them for the top police job.
Council waits to see if MLGW moves first on TVA process
The council delayed a decision on the compromise Tuesday, March 16, to see if the MLGW board should or would act first. Getting the process back on track involves questions about the city charter and the separation between city goverment and the city-owned utility.
Council approves Ida B. Wells monument
In addition to the Wells monument, the council approved two new sewer fees and a TIF agreement for Downtown.
MAHS boys get second chance to make good first impression at state
Crushed after the 2020 pandemic shut down their season, the Lions have fought back to take advantage of this chance.
Team Allen? Team Melton? It may not matter
Coach Taylor Jenkins has to weigh whether Grayson Allen or De’Anthony Melton get in the Grizzlies’ rotation. But the condensed schedule should give both players plenty of opportunities.
Paul Young chosen to lead Downtown Memphis Commission
The city’s director of the Housing and Community Development Division is leaving one important, Memphis job for another. Paul Young tells why and more in an Q&A with The Daily Memphian.
Arlington PC approves Providence Place amendment
Revisions made to Providence Place in Arlington receive endorsement from the town’s Planning Commission, bringing the project more in line with today’s commercial market.
Property values jump in reappraisals; tax calculations still to come
About two-thirds of the new property values, done once every four years, have been mailed. The reappraisal starts a complex and political process across all of the local governments in Shelby County that ends with setting new property tax rates.Related story:
Reappraisals: Some answers to your questions
Here are a few links and pointers to follow if you have questions about your reappraisal notice. Property values jump in reappraisals but tax calculations still to comeRelated story:
Public COVID-19 vaccination sites closed Wednesday
If you lost your appointment due to weather on Wednesday, the city will reschedule through email for this week or next.
New face mask, health directives coming
In the new mask directive, people who are not able to medically tolerate a face mask will no longer need medical documentation.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Keys to beating Dayton in the NIT
Back to Texas the Tigers go as the No. 1 seed, and the bracket is loaded with interesting matchup possibilities.
Orpheum offers outdoor ‘Candlelight Concerts’
The concerts on a stage surrounded by “hundreds of candles,” will be limited capacity and socially distanced, with food trucks and bars available.
Taste Around Arlington shifts to spotlight town’s restaurants
Taste Around Arlington changes format due to coronavirus, but still features the top dishes at the town’s restaurants. The event runs through April 29.
Independent county report concludes Ford violated county ethics in $45,000 JA computer deal
The 15-page report obtained by The Daily Memphian details a nearly year-long investigation that initially faded for lack of corroboration but came back to life as paperwork confirming the grant emerged. Ford has contended he recused himself since he left the room during the vote on the grant. The report says that doesn’t resolve the conflict of interest and could lead to his removal from office.
Coronavirus: Fewer than 100 new cases reported
Zero deaths were reported Tuesday.
Metro
Bailey: Round one of the race for a full-time mayor in Germantown is complete
Now that early voting is complete, campaigners have one more shot on Tuesday’s Election Day to sway Germantown residents on whether the mayor should transition to a full-time job.
Education County Commission to meet on funding for MSCS lawsuit against takeover
2026 elections Elections Lee greenlights special session for redistricting next week
2026 Elections Elections Germantown has low voter turnout despite mayoral referendum
2026 elections Elections Early-voter turnout spikes in last days
Business
Collierville sues over unfinished hotel near Carriage Crossing
The proposed Holiday Inn Express — visible to more than 3,200 drivers from State Route 385 — was approved in 2019.
Premium Business Memphis-based event agency acquired by private equity firm
Premium Business Ted Townsend out as Chamber president
Premium Business Food Files: Flame Ramen is back Downtown, paired with coffee and tea
Premium Health Care Baptist Memorial breaks ground on $27M Fayette County hospital
Sports
Friday prep report: Tipton-Rosemark holds off late St. Benedict charge
Lanie Howe gets the victory and drives in three runs as Rebels secure their place in the next round of the Division 2-A postseason.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis Tigers land a big man in transfer portal
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Viral sensation Luke Almodovar brings high-flying talent to Memphis
Update Memphis Tigers Basketball Southern Miss’ Tylik Weeks commits to Memphis
Memphis Tigers Basketball Kansas State’s strength and conditioning coach joining Tigers staff
Food
Food Files: Flame Ramen is back Downtown, paired with coffee and tea
It’s all openings this week with TacoNGanas, Bloom Bakery & Cafe, Playa Bowls and Brain Food Memphis.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Kat’s Sourdough’s lox bagel
Suburbs
Collierville sues over unfinished hotel near Carriage Crossing
The proposed Holiday Inn Express — visible to more than 3,200 drivers from State Route 385 — was approved in 2019.
2026 Elections Elections Germantown has low voter turnout despite mayoral referendum
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Meet Memphis Art & Fashion Week’s featured designers
Runway at the Museum includes six featured designers, most of whom are local.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more For local Fashion Week, ‘Memphis is the host’
Opinion
Calkins: The best young athlete in Memphis? Noah Schepman is an inspiration on wheels.
When Noah Schepman was one, his dad built him a tiny wheelchair. Now Schepman’s tennis coach calls him “the fastest kid — on feet or wheels — that I’ve ever seen.”
2026 elections Otis Sanford Sanford: Time for Big Shelby to come to the table — and vote
Podcasts
For local Fashion Week, ‘Memphis is the host’
For Ramona Sonin, her life in fashion started when she was a kid and got her first pair of white go-go boots. She joins Eric Barnes on this week’s “The Sidebar” podcast to talk about Memphis Art & Fashion Week 2026.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies Podcast: NBA Draft guard prospects
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Farmers market flowers
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of flowers at the Hernando Farmers Market and was provided by DeSoto County Tourism.