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.
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Metro
Taylor says she’d have no problem with mask mandate
County commissioners will vote Monday, Aug. 9, on a resolution urging the Shelby County Health Department to require masks be worn in public. Some on the commission are trying to avoid the politics of the county’s first mask mandate.
Metro Latest Ford-Harris clash could be over proposal for ‘special counsel’
Business
Design of Grand Hyatt at One Beale receives conditional approval
The 20-story, $190 million Grand Hyatt will be a centerpiece of the 5.2-acre mixed-used development at the end of Beale Street overlooking the Mississippi River.
Business Severe pediatric COVID cases on the rise
Sports
Early birdie barrage gives Harris English a 2-stroke lead
Georgia native starts his day at the WGC-FedEx St. Jude with four straight birdies, ends with nearly a course record.
WGC - FedEx St. Jude FedEx St. Jude Invitational announces tee times
Food
Table Talk: Fig season means fig bread, a nice surprise, a sobering Sound Bites
A pleasant surprise on the scale inspires a renewed interest in cooking at home.
Suburbs
Kustoff addresses Biden initiatives at Germantown Rotary
Congressman David Kustoff addressed local impacts of some of President Joe Biden’s initiatives while visiting Germantown’s Rotary Club Wednesday.
Neighborhoods
Local charter school network ends expulsions, police presence
Frayser Community Schools officials are hoping a new initiative will create a better atmosphere leading to higher academic performances this year when students fully resume in-person learning.
Arts & Culture
‘Blast’ off: Musicians follow Memphis tradition with new indie label
“Like Sam Phillips, one of our goals is to release local music that is raw, visceral, and real,” says Graham Winchester.
Opinion
Sanford: 44 years after ‘Roots,’ we still can’t handle the truth about racism and slavery
It remains unclear how far teachers can go in discussing how racial injustice in the past impacts our society today. Republican lawmakers say that discussion is off limits. I say it is necessary.
Podcasts
A brief history of Crosstown’s many phases
“Sears Crosstown in Memphis” author Bill Haltom and Crosstown Concourse president Todd Richardson join Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of The Sidebar.