New health directive eliminates most rules, goes into effect Saturday
New directive leaves most business restrictions up to the judgment of managers.
Calkins: The Navy torpedoed his dream of playing in the NFL — but Cameron Kinley wouldn’t change a thing
Former Lausanne star Cameron Kinley found himself at the center of a storm this week after it was learned the Navy had rejected his request to defer his service so he could play in the NFL. It’s not the decision he wanted, certainly. But Kinley says he would go to the U.S. Naval Academy all over again.
Collierville board wrestling with Parke at Houston Levee
Jason Crews is proposing a mixed-use development of more than 250 acres on the west side of town. Aldermen had some concerns and met with Crews and his representatives in a work session.
Rhodes will charge unvaccinated students $3,000 annual fee
Rhodes is the first campus in Memphis to assess this type of fee.
‘Promiseland’ delivers opportunity to see Ja Morant ‘tall tales’ play out on camera
The filmmaker pointed to the moment he knew the Grizzlies point guard was the perfect fit for his documentary on a rising star.
Prep notes: Magnifico wants to change culture, build next generation in new spot
Former Memphis Tigers standout wants to make football fun again at St. Benedict.
Man who threatened Sawyer booked on misdemeanor charge
George “K-Rack” Johnson, 46, was booked in the Shelby County jail Wednesday and charged with misdemeanor assault.
Alternate route: Bridge-detour signs could be clearer
Memphians know how to detour around the closed Hernando DeSoto Bridge, but electronic signs aren’t as helpful for out-of-town visitors as they could be.
Ex-wife of Lorenzen Wright wants guilty plea thrown out
Sherra Wright wants a judge to toss her 2019 guilty plea in connection with the slaying of her ex-husband, former NBA star Lorenzen Wright.
Memphis football lands fourth commitment
Georgia tight end Andrew Lane is the Tigers’ second commit this week
Calkins: Death and ‘Jeopardy:’ A game show helps Memphian find joy in a hard day
On June 8, 1999, Verlinda Johnson Henning’s husband, Darrell, died at the age of 45. Exactly 22 years later, Henning appeared as reigning champion on “Jeopardy!” It was just a coincidence, of course. But it helped her find balance on a very difficult day. Memphian is ‘Jeopardy!’ champion June 7, comes in second June 8 Related story:
Youth Villages hosting 3 job fairs in June and July
Three job fairs are scheduled for June 22, June 29 and July 20 for applicants interested in working for Youth Villages.
Rock of ages: New Midtown home may embody old stone church
A Midtown infill developer plans to incorporate the front of a small, stone church building into the construction of one of three houses planned for a remote pocket of Cooper-Young.
Tigers Football Insider: Recapping a busy recruiting week
Coach Ryan Silverfield and his staff hit the ground running with two prospect camps on June 1 and June 6.
Gus’s to buy Leonard’s
The owners of Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken plan to preserve Leonard’s Pit Barbecue for now, and possibly move and expand the restaurant later.
West Collierville Middle School names new principal
Tyler Salyer has been appointed principal of West Collierville Middle School after spending the last four years at Collierville Elementary School.
Metro
Old Manassas High to become ‘cottages’ for homeless families
“It’s about the mother of the child who is going to school with your child,” Hospitality Hub Executive Director Kelcey Johnson said. “After school you take your child home. The other mother is taking her child to truck stops.”
Premium Education MSCS board member retires from teacher-union leadership
Update City of Memphis John Zeanah to be city’s new head of infrastructure and development
Shelby County Health Department head leaving for Baltimore
Business
Prairie Farms Dairy to close Memphis plant
The announcement said Prairie Farms will work with area manufacturers and employment agencies to support transitions.
Real Estate Malco Summer Drive-In sold for $2.3 million
Visual Arts New art gallery to start Downtown test run
Premium Real Estate Ashlar Hall gets more time for renovations
Sports
Redbirds recap: Big second inning carries Birds over Bulls
Memphis jumped in front early with nine runs in the top of the second inning, tied for the most runs in a frame this season.
Memphis Tigers Basketball AAC announces host cities for 2026-2028 basketball tournaments
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason boys track awards: CBHS, Central standouts share top honor
Geoff Calkins Calkins: Everyone loved Reggie Barnes — which is how he reshaped Memphis sports
Food
Fill your plate: Memphis business owners test run vacant restaurant sites
Table Ready is designed to fill former Downtown businesses by allowing restaurant owners to try out the property with the Downtown Memphis Commission covering some of the rent and utility costs for a year.
Suburbs
Bailey: All hail the young Lions and a championship trophy
Within three years of starting its high school classes, Lakeland Prep is the state baseball champion and has bragging rights in Class AA.
Arts & Culture
New art gallery to start Downtown test run
Local artist Andre LeMoyne Miller will open an art gallery Saturday, May 31, as part of the Downtown Memphis Commission’s Open on Main initiative.
Opinion
Sanford: City’s violent crime problem needs solutions — not sound bites
“Our crime problem remains the No. 1 issue on the minds of area residents. And last week FBI Director Kash Patel added to the angst by summarily declaring Memphis ‘the homicide capital of America per capita.’”
Podcasts
Why libraries and public spaces are important
Shamichael Hallman is the author of “Meet Me at the Library,” which makes the case for the importance not just of libraries but public spaces of all kinds.