COVID surge hospital, never used, closes for good
All expenses, including monthly rent, are eligible to be reimbursed by the federal government.
Details emerge for Memphis assistant Larry Brown’s contract
The Hall of Fame coach signed a one-year, $300,000 deal with the university, plus bonuses.
$30M loan fund created for Medical District housing, mixed-use buildings
The $30 million Memphis Medical District Investment Fund is designed to spur inclusive real estate development in the impoverished neighborhoods ringing the robust Memphis Medical District.
Calkins: Rooting for forfeits — and Vandy! — in this year’s SEC
Calkins: “The only thing SEC states do better than football is ignorance. Why you should be rooting for forfeits — and fully vaccinated Vanderbilt — this season.”
Looks are deceiving but Germantown Legends are believing
“We don’t look good getting off the bus but there’s zero fear,” coach Carey Talley says as they open play in the U.S. Youth Soccer national tournament.
Le Bonheur announces $95 million expansion
The expansion includes enlarging the cardiovascular and neonatal floors, in addition to the surgery-recovery area and main floor.
Calvin Austin III, Quindell Johnson named to major watchlists
Preseason accolades continue to roll in for the two University of Memphis Tigers star football players.
The joy - and science - of live audiences at The Orpheum
The head of The Orpheum joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar.
It’s a matter of sooner, later or never for unvaccinated
The COVID-19 vaccine is readily available, but many people are still deciding against vaccination – at least for now. The moment of urgency has passed and instead has been replaced by a relaxed attitude, even as the Delta variant spreads and puts unvaccinated people at risk for severe illness and even death.
Labor shortage creates a ‘great time to be an employee’
Employers are giving hiring bonuses, creating retention incentives, making work schedules more flexible, raising pay, providing transportation to workers and providing other incentives to fill positions during this tight labor market.
Despite pandemic and unemployment, donations at U of M top $35 million
The university raised more than $35 million, including a record of $26.5 million for academic support when unemployment was at record highs and the campus mostly was quiet.
Proposed subdivision at Germantown Country Club in line with recent approvals
Germantown Country Club’s sheer size and the number of lots in the proposed Glasgow residential development for the property makes the project unique, but the density is comparable to other recently approved proposals.
Street Food: Sugar Ghost brings bubble tea, and soon ice cream, to Broad Ave.
Mary Claire White has long sold jewelry and candles in the Broad Avenue Arts District. With Sugar Ghost, she’s brought bubble tea to the neighborhood, and has an ice cream shop coming soon.
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The AM/DM podcast: Last day at the Brooks
At least two of this week’s main events are happening in Overton Park.
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City of Memphis Task Force has targeted citizens, ACLU alleges
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Chapter 11 filing triggers jockeying for Memphis Wendy’s sites
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meritage Hospitality Group vows uninterrupted operations for employees and suppliers while Carlisle Corp. positions for additional acquisitions.
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Monday recap: Tigers in good shape heading into conference play
Memphis Tigers beat writer Frank Bonner II and columnist John Martin discuss the Tigers’ win over UT Martin as Memphis prepares for its conference schedule. After Boise beatdown, Tigers made some changes to secure win over UT MartinRelated content:
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Chapter 11 filing triggers jockeying for Memphis Wendy’s sites
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meritage Hospitality Group vows uninterrupted operations for employees and suppliers while Carlisle Corp. positions for additional acquisitions.
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Suburbs
Collierville Alderwoman Missy Marshall faces challenger
Collierville Alderwoman Missy Marshall will face a challenge from Liz Deely as she hopes to retain her position on the suburb’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
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Arts & Culture
Memphis poet wins Tennessee Book Award
A Memphis poet beat Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Jack White for a state writing award.
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Opinion
Opinion: ‘Judge Coffee, release Andrew Hayes’
“The true measure of a justice system is not whether it can claim perfection. It is whether the justice system has the courage to correct itself when it discovers that it failed.”
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Last day at the Brooks
At least two of this week’s main events are happening in Overton Park.
Public Safety Task Force’s 1-year mark comes with questions
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Raising Tigers
Today’s puzzle features 13-month-old Ava Calahan at the newly renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Greg Campbell took the photo.