Sylvamo chooses East Memphis for world headquarters
Sylvamo, the spinoff from International Paper, will locate its global headquarters in East Memphis.
Sixth Circuit affirms Judge Norris: Eviction ban is not legal
In early 2020, Congress passed a law establishing an eviction moratorium that was to end in summer 2020. But the CDC extended the moratorium at the request of former President Trump.
Germantown School District announces COVID guidelines
Germantown schools provided details of its COVID safety precautions for the coming school year.
Bridge won’t reopen until early August
The initial estimate was a late July reopening for the Hernando DeSoto Bridge. TDOT officials also upped the number of replacement plates to be installed aside from the damage that prompted the closing of the interstate bridge from 16 to 17.
Biggest sign yet that Tesla is coming to Memphis in a large way: a sign
In lieu of a press release, there’s a sign that Tesla has big plans for Memphis.
Peach Jam notebook: Two local standouts vie for championship this weekend
Memphis University School stars Curtis Givens III and R’Chaun King are still on track to bring a Peach Jam championship back to Memphis.
Tennessee Dept. of Health resumes vaccine promotion, school clinics
Tennessee may still immunize 14-18-year-olds under Mature Minor Doctrine but instances are “very nuanced and fringe,” said Commissioner of Health Dr. Lisa Piercey.
Calkins: Why Memphis needs the Big 12 to die
‘Memphis deserves better than to be fretting about conference realignment again. It needs the Big 12 to implode once and for all.’
901 FC brings 3-game unbeaten streak to Tulsa game
Coach Ben Pirmann is looking for a thorough 90-minute performance in the team’s first home match in a month.
S. Memphis rail track company wants tax incentive to expand
Atlantic Track plans to expand its rail-manufacturing operations in South Memphis, hiring another 26 people.
Task force briefings resume as Delta drives up COVID cases
The Shelby County Health Department reported 259 new coronavirus cases Thursday, July 22. One month ago, the agency reported 14 new cases. Majority are Delta variant.
Son of the late Desmond Merriweather intends to walk on at Memphis
Nikc Merriweather helped Penny Hardaway win multiple state championships at East High.
About Town: Why a new driving school in Frayser matters
It’s not often you see someone leave their full-time job as a University of Memphis business officer to start a neighborhood driving school. That’s exactly what Teresa Landrum-Caswell did.
Raleigh used car lot controversy takes turn toward kayaks and bike rentals
Car lots and gas stations are getting more scrutiny from the Memphis City Council. But the idea of a proposed used car lot on Old Austin Peay Highway becoming a bike and kayak rental business instead is a new twist.
Cheers for Beers: Grind City Brewing is a brew with a view
Grind City Brewing Co. sits on a hill in Uptown that provides a spectacular view of Downtown Memphis and the bridge, and the artisan taproom has about a dozen beers on tap.
Conaway: State of Tennessee’s in a state of denial
Just when we’re coming up for air from the plague, the plague that is our Tennessee Legislature and governor have proved – again – that they’re still smothering in stupidity.
Metro
Feagins made her case to be MSCS’ leader again. Here’s what she said.
Marie Feagins’ attorney argued the public termination meetings were just a “rubber stamp.” The school board’s attorney argued Feagins lacked evidence of direct knowledge of violations and instead relied on secondhand information.
City of Memphis City Council approves Old Daisy lease, gets look at Oak Court Mall plans
Premium Music Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76, but his wild Memphis night will live on forever
Update Business XAI’s second data center to come online within weeks
Business
Bartlett project with mystery grocery store secures permit approval
After hitting roadblocks with a nearby day care and some unhappy residents, revised plans for the Union Depot addition development — and a grocery store under contract — get an approval.
City of Memphis City Council approves Old Daisy lease, gets look at Oak Court Mall plans
Premium Real Estate 113-year-old building at U of M slated for $25 million renovation
Update Business XAI’s second data center to come online within weeks
Sports
Redbirds Recap: ‘Birds drop opener to Stripers
Shortstop JJ Wetherholt hit his second Triple-A home run to lead off the bottom of the first inning and tie the game at one.
Update Sports Showboats sail away, per report
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis natives Fred Smith Jr., Cello Jackson set to visit Tigers, per report
Premium City of Memphis Deal to keep Grizzlies in Memphis won’t be done this summer, mayor says
Food
New East Memphis restaurant to open on Poplar Avenue
Fuego Vivo is expected to open by the end of the year in the space formerly occupied by Carrabba’s Italian Grill at 5110 Poplar Avenue.
Suburbs
Bartlett project with mystery grocery store secures permit approval
After hitting roadblocks with a nearby day care and some unhappy residents, revised plans for the Union Depot addition development — and a grocery store under contract — get an approval.
Arts & Culture
City Council approves Old Daisy lease, gets look at Oak Court Mall plans
Plus, the Memphis City Council also sent the first installment of capital funding to start the redevelopment of the old Southwest Twin drive-in.
Opinion
Calkins: Paul Sax is about to stop teaching tennis. But that’s not all we can learn.
After 42 years of teaching tennis, Paul Sax is retiring. But he still has lessons to teach us about a well-led life.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: How the Old Daisy plays into a decades-long lawsuit
Who controls Beale Street? On The AM/DM podcast, Mary Cashiola talks to The Daily Memphian’s Bill Dries about how that question could be answered, once and for all.