10 cases of Delta variant confirmed here; more expected
14 other probable cases awaiting testing or results.
City Council keeps current property tax rate in budget
A move for a 31-cent tax hike never got to a vote, with a council majority voting down a rule suspension to consider going up on the tax rate. That and other votes Tuesday, June 15, closed out the city’s budget season.
Herrington: Draft, trade, free agency — an early look at the Grizzlies’ three summer paths
Unlike other NBA teams, the Grizzlies might have a calm offseason leading to the draft. Or not.
Memphis 901 FC excited to return to friendly confines of AutoZone Park
The club’s first no-restrictions home game since March 2020 offers a chance to get back on track quickly after a frustrating loss in Louisville.
Oak Court Mall owner files for reorganization bankruptcy
Oak Court Mall houses about 70 retailers including anchors Macy’s, Dillards and H&M.
QB Tevin Carter receives Elite 11 invite; Tigers now in tight competition
The local quarterback will receive top instruction and a chance to shine on a national stage.
Saint Francis, West announce plan to build oncology urgent care center
The facility, thought to be the first of its kind in the region, is designed to keep immunocompromised cancer patients separate from other emergency room traffic.
Clock’s now ticking: Who’s in with 100 North Main?
The Downtown Memphis Commission released its request for proposals from any developers considering buying and redeveloping the 100 North Main Building as well as the entire city blocks it stands on.
Disco makes a comeback in 2021
After a year’s absence, Paula and Raiford’s Disco — and Paula Raiford — are back.
Longtime Judge John Donald steps down from bench
Shelby County General Sessions Judge John Donald is set to retire next month after 35 years on the bench.
Recruiting notebook: Memphis turning up the heat on 2023 prospects
Here’s a running list of the players who picked up Memphis offers overnight.
Vaccinated against COVID but still sick
Who is most at risk and how many local residents have reportedly been infected despite getting a vaccine.
FedEx testing self-driving delivery vehicles
FedEx has announced a new partnership with Nuro, a provider of self-driving vehicles, to enhance its parcel delivery system.
$10 Deal: The Memphis Mojo Café serves a mighty good burger
A drive to the ’burbs for Thai food took a turn and it was burgers instead, but it was a good one at Memphis Mojo Café.
Education commissioner skipping Shelby on 50-district summer tour
Tennessee Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn won’t be making a Shelby County stop during a 50-district summer tour, but a spokesman said the omission isn’t personal or political.
Metro
Gallery: Celebrating the Central High School jazz band
The Central High School jazz band won the Essentially Ellington contest at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York.
State Government The rape-kit lawsuit against Memphis is effectively over
Shelby County Retired judge will be new jail population management coordinator
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Business
Bahama Breeze closure lays off 97
On May 15, the Wolfchase Galleria Bahama Breeze location was reported to be closed, alongside many other locations nationwide.
Transportation & Logistics Saddle Creek Corp. is closing
Premium Real Estate Inked: Germantown Square heads for auction
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Sports
Redbirds recap: Memphis loses high-scoring, rain-shortened game
The game was completed early due to rain following the bottom of the seventh inning. Memphis is now 2-1 in the six-game series.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: Hurry up, July. The Grizzlies have extension clarity.
Memphis Tigers Football Kickoff times for part of the Tigers’ football schedule are set
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Food
Bahama Breeze closure lays off 97
On May 15, the Wolfchase Galleria Bahama Breeze location was reported to be closed, alongside many other locations nationwide.
Suburbs
Saddle Creek Corp. is closing
This will impact 88 workers.
Arts & Culture
Gallery: Celebrating the Central High School jazz band
The Central High School jazz band won the Essentially Ellington contest at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York.
Opinion
Calkins: Jes Shea’s van exploded — with her in it. Here’s what she’s learned.
Jes Shea leaned down to light the cookstove in her Sprinter van. Then the world went “BOOM.”
Podcasts
SunAh Laybourn on Asian American culture and history in Memphis
SunAh Laybourn’s desire to highlight the culture and history of Asian Americans in Memphis has brought, in part, the extensive range of local events happening during Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.