MEM announces new nonstop to Las Vegas
The new flight, from MEM to LAS, will begin August 12.
State wary of continued county budget negotiations
The state comptroller commented Tuesday during a visit to the county on the idea of reopening county government’s tax rate after the July 1 start of the fiscal year. But the county commissioner who vowed Monday to do just that next month says there is wiggle room in state law.
How Blackburn, Hagerty voted on voting rights bill debate
In a 50-50 party line procedural vote, Sens. Marsha Blackburn and Bill Hagerty of Tennessee remained vocal critics of the bill that passed the majority Democratic House in March.
Craft casual comes to town this week when Torchy’s opens
Torchy’s Tacos opens the doors to its first “craft casual” restaurant in Tennessee on Thursday.
Civic leader George Cates killed in airplane crash
Memphis civic leader, philanthropist and real estate entrepreneur George E. Cates was killed Monday when the single-engine plane he piloted crashed near Jackson, Tennessee.Related stories:
2022 five-star will take an official visit to Memphis
The Tigers will have a chance to make an impression on the No. 2 player in the class of 2022, who could reclassify.
CBHS standout commits to Buckeyes
Weekend visit pushed Ohio State past Notre Dame in the race to land 2020 Mr. Football winner.
State comptroller offers guidance on COVID relief funds
Tennessee Comptroller Jason Mumpower visited Collierville on Tuesday. During his visit, he provided guidance on American Rescue Plan funds to local government and school leaders.
Memphis lands another commitment for defensive line
The Tigers beat out a host of SEC schools for Nashville defensive lineman Eric Gaston.
Memphis football adds Antwain Barham Jr. to 2022 class
The linebacker is the Tigers’ third in-state commitment of the class.
Commission balks at panel to screen ethics commission nominees
The proposed review of appointees to the ethics body comes as County Mayor Lee Harris is about to propose new ethics regulations.
Memphis Housing Authority head to retire
Marcia E. Lewis is retiring as the CEO of the Memphis Housing Authority effective Aug. 28.
Students, educators reflect on school in time of COVID
We asked teachers and students how their educational experiences have shifted in the past school year, as they navigated changing start dates, completely virtual schooling, vaccinations and meeting with classmates on-screen.
Your Hernando DeSoto Bridge shutdown questions answered
Updated with: Is there a dashboard to keep up with the bridge status?
Newest I-55 data shows much shorter delays
Memphis Grizzlies: A combine and (non) lottery look ahead
Barring a trade, the Grizzlies will be entrenched at No. 17, but here are some other things to consider.
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You Already Owe the Taxes. Now You Have a Choice.
For the first time, taxpayers can redirect up to $1,700 ($3400 married couples filing jointly) of federal taxes to fund scholarships at the school of their choice.
Calkins: It may be too late for Memphis, but the NCAA is getting what it deserves
The University of Memphis may yet get whacked in the case before the NCAA. But if and when that happens, you can take solace in knowing there is no American institution with less credibility than the NCAA.
Arlington school district extends superintendent’s contract
Jeff Mayo was rewarded with a raise, bonus and contract extension for his leadership of the district during the coronavirus pandemic.
Metro
US air travel should return to normal by late Sunday, FAA says
The Frederick W. Smith Airport in Memphis escaped the worst of the trouble, largely because the airport is not a hub and instead typically handles origins and departures.
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Business
Lakeland looks to limit apartments as rental-development interest grows
With new rental units being built now and more being planned, Lakeland officials recently discussed ways to limit future apartment development.
Health Care The shift in UT’s emerging Memphis campus
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Sports
Memphis loses title match to UAB in overtime
Memphis and UAB battled through 90 scoreless minutes before the Blazers scored 43 seconds into overtime in the American Conference women’s soccer championship match Saturday night in Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Memphis Grizzlies Cedric Coward has 23 points and 12 rebounds as Grizzlies beat Nets
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Food
Recipe Exchange: Fratelli’s Cafe’s orzo pasta salad
Fratelli’s orzo pasta salad goes back to the restaurant’s roots and was created by the cafe’s original owner, Sabine Bachmann.
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Suburbs
SpaceX power plant caused local emissions to jump, study finds
The power plant in Southaven provides essential electricity to the company’s nearby data centers in Memphis and Mississippi, which SpaceX, the federal government, and other tech giants use.
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Arts & Culture
New Sultana Museum takes in lives lost and lives lived after 1865 disaster on Mississippi River
The $12 million museum chronicles the 1865 riverboat explosion’s casualties, survivors, rescuers and Civil War history. It opens Saturday, Nov. 14, in Marion, Arkansas.
Premium Performing Arts Arts Beat: Evan Linder wrote ‘Byhalia, Mississippi’ to get the South right. Now, he’s directing it in Memphis.
Opinion
Calkins: The Grizzlies were short on sleep and players, too. So how did they win? Simple: ‘We some dawgs, man.’
The Grizzlies were short of sleep and short of players. But they beat the Brooklyn Nets Saturday night to continue their superb start. Cedric Coward has 23 points and 12 rebounds as Grizzlies beat NetsRelated content:
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Podcasts
From the London Hard Rock to Kudzu’s, Steve Edmundson saw it all
Steve Edmondson saw the bar scene in Memphis in the 1970s like few others before founding Kudzu’s. Edmondson shares his story on “The Sidebar,” hosted by Eric Barnes.
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Games
Sudoku: Nov. 14
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