MPD officer in fatal crash released without bond
Attorney denies client was drag racing
An off-duty Memphis police officer charged with vehicular homicide was released without bond during a Wednesday court appearance.
Calkins: With the bridge out, will business at West Memphis firework tents still boom?
For decades, Memphians have crossed over to Arkansas to get their fireworks. That will be considerably harder with the bridge out. A report from the West Memphis fireworks tents. Will business be a dud?
92-unit apartment development proposed for University District
A Florida-based developer seeks a number of zoning variances to build student apartments near the University of Memphis main campus.
Player loaned to 901 FC from El Paso will ‘add depth’
Northern Ireland native brings size and passing skills to Memphis’ back line.
Multi-block residential development proposed for Medical District
The application states that the project is intended to serve as a model for small-scale neighborhood development that can be applied to other Memphis neighborhoods.
Uptown developer reveals plans for historic Greyhound complex
A developer wants to move an Uptown mini-storage business out of the historic Greyhound bus complex and into a planned building next door. But the plans for the old, brick bus facility are far more intriguing.
Cohen, Kustoff split on House panel to investigate Capitol insurrection
Meanwhile, Cohen was named co-chair Wednesday of the Helsinki Commission on European affairs that he has served on for the past decade. Cohen also linked the commission’s concerns about democracy in Europe to concerns in the U.S.
Table Talk: Torchy’s talk, cookies and coffee, and another coveted recipe
It was an eventful week for Torchy’s and for the neighborhood surrounding Williamsburg Village; the recipe for Chicken Kingfield from the old Harry’s on Teur is delivered.
Memphis rapper indicted in Florida on robbery charge
Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty has been indicted in federal court over an alleged shooting and robbery of two men in October 2020 outside a Florida hotel.
Daily Memphian postseason baseball awards: Saints’ ace leads this year’s best
Standouts from Houston and Lewisburg also honored.
Memphis announces ‘MaximUM’ program as new NCAA compensation era begins
The Tigers will work with company Opendorse as student-athletes will be able earn money from social media and branding.
Calkins: Penny is staying and Larry Brown is arriving. This could be a lot of fun.
On the same day Penny Hardaway confirmed he won’t be leaving for the Orlando Magic, it was reported that Larry Brown will be joining him on the Memphis bench. Say this about Tigers basketball. It is rarely dull.
Tigers Football Insider: Memphis lands eighth 2022 commitment
Arkansas lineman Kyndall McKenzie is the latest recruit to pledge to Memphis.
First Horizon CFO leaving
Losch has been with Memphis-based First Horizon for 12 years.
Taking opera out of the opera house
Opera Memphis’ Ned Canty talks to Eric Barnes about the organization’s efforts to bring opera out of the opera house, the struggle to support performers during COVID, and the opportunities Opera Memphis has going forward.
Metro
Sunday forecast is all wet
With a strong chance of rain and possible thunderstorms, it’s a good time for indoor activities like taking in a movie.
Education Memphis charter students are bucking district math trends. Here’s what’s guiding their growth.
Premium Health Care UTHSC raises about $11M for new College of Medicine building
Spirit of Memphis ‘Whoever somebody wants to be, that’s fine with me’
Behind The Headlines Democratic sheriff nominee takes wait-and-see approach on cooperation with federal immigration
Business
Former Memphis news anchor starts PR firm to help clients ‘command the moment’
Emmy Award-winning broadcaster Richard Ransom announced the launch of his own public relations and media company, Ransom Strategy Group.
Premium Health Care UTHSC raises about $11M for new College of Medicine building
Premium Real Estate Work starts on $70M Smokey City Market in North Memphis
Premium Real Estate Bailey: Ramble on Summer finally ramblin’ through Bartlett approval process
Business Memphis advisory board finalizes 11 community priorities for $3 million AI fund
Sports
Buckley: Fun was name of the game at Memphis Hound Dogs’ home opener
“Man, it’s fun playing football,” added Sky Forest, a Lausanne football player who took over at quarterback for the Hound Dogs after starter Kevin Taylor was injured Saturday. “You can’t beat that.”
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: University of Memphis still has eyes on the big prize
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: The Grizzlies will try to trade Ja Morant. Where? For what? We can only speculate.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Hill: Ja Morant may bounce back, but does he fit the Grizzlies’ new timeline?
Sports Sloane Stephens accepts wildcard to play in Memphis Classic
Food
No billboard, no problem. Lunch crowds find their way to Pesce’s Deli
Without much advertising or large, visible signage beckoning diners, this tucked-away East Memphis sandwich shop relies mostly on word of mouth.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Frost Bake Shop owner’s favorite cookie
Suburbs
Where we droppin’ boys? Navy levels up recruitment efforts with East Memphis esports facility
In forming its esports, or video game competition, team, the Navy held tryouts to find the best players in a variety of games — like “Marvel Rivals”, “Call of Duty”, “Valorant”, “Counter-Strike”, “Rocket League”, “League of Legends” and “Fortnite” — and then gave them a space to hone their skills for competition.
High School Sports Daily Memphian boys postseason track and field awards: Central’s Nesmith repeats
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: How Memphis artists can get funding wishes granted
Grant opportunities are now open to local visual artists and nonprofit or government organizations that want to address community issues through art.
Premium Spirit of Memphis How do you get to Carnegie Hall? These Memphis-area teens know.
Opinion
Buckley: Fun was name of the game at Memphis Hound Dogs’ home opener
“Man, it’s fun playing football,” added Sky Forest, a Lausanne football player who took over at quarterback for the Hound Dogs after starter Kevin Taylor was injured Saturday. “You can’t beat that.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: ‘The joy doesn’t lessen the grief’
Podcasts
Democratic sheriff nominee takes wait-and-see approach on cooperation with federal immigration
Anthony Buckner talked about immigration and the Memphis Safe Task Force as well as a new jail in a wide-ranging interview on “Behind The Headlines”.
Midtown The AM/DM podcast: Pizza witches, Filipino fest and Pride
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Spring Fling soccer
Today’s puzzle is of Christian Brothers goalkeeper Ari Usdan at the Class AAA state boys soccer tournament at Spring Fling in Murfreesboro and was taken by Mark Humphrey.