New Eats: Gus’s in Germantown is everything fried chicken should be
Gus’s in Germantown is open at Poplar and Forest Hill Irene and delivers the same fine chicken that it does all over.
Whitehaven COVID vaccination site to reopen Friday
It will offer first, second and third Pfizer doses to people age 12 and older.
Harris: Alex Lomax gutted through the pain against Tulsa
Lomax came out of a walking boot to help the short-handed Tigers end a losing streak.
Ja Morant on impending All-Star selection: ‘I deserve this. I earned this.’
Ja Morant didn’t want to get there as a replacement. In his third season, he will become an All-Star exactly the way that he wished.
Playground at women’s center puts abortion debate before commission
The commission’s Democratic majority approved a $25,000 grant to fund a playground at the center in Midtown. People on both sides of the abortion issue had a lot to say before the vote.
Commission considers Juvenile Court and a return of federal oversight
Shelby County commissioners voted Monday, Jan. 24, to make a return of federal oversight of Memphis-Shelby County Juvenile Court a part of its legislative agenda in Washington D.C.
Germantown passes Glasgow development amendment
The Germantown Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted unanimously to grant developer Spence Ray’s request for revisions to his proposal for Glasgow, the planned development on the former Germantown Country Club site.
Collierville board uneasy with location of proposed garage
“I’m not convinced the site is the right place, so the price doesn’t really matter,” Alderwoman Missy Marshall said.
Has Tyler Harris become the most indispensable Tiger?
In a tumultuous season, the team’s confidence in the former Cordova star has skyrocketed.
What Ryan Silverfield said about Seth Henigan’s status
During a radio interview, the Tigers coach touches on the quarterbacks picture and season expectations.
Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant isn’t the only Grizzlies player wowing us
The Memphis Grizzlies have plenty of statistics that jump off the page.
Calkins: Hardaway and the Tigers get a win they needed — and deserved
The Memphis Tigers ended a tumultuous week by beating Tulsa. It was a win the Tigers desperately needed — and richly deserved.
U of M running backs coach invited to NCAA and NFL Academy
Anthony Jones was among 25 college coaches selected to participate in the academy to be held next month in Indianapolis.
Bluff City Biz: Quite the week with Kevin Woods
Kevin Woods, the Memphis market president for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, has had a big week.
The Case of the Chase: Local leaders question police’s non-pursuit policy
The Memphis Police Department doesn’t engage in high-speed car chases unless in pursuit of a dangerous felon. But one City Council member says the policy should change.Related stories:
Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week
Standouts from Briarcrest, Houston, MAHS, Millington and White Station up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 27.
Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week
Standouts from Bartlett, ECS, Freedom Prep, MHEA and Power Center Academy up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 27.
Woods, Orgel, DMC’s Paul Young discuss future of 100 N. Main
Left vacant since 2014, Memphis’ tallest building is set to undergo a $267 million renovation.
U.S. House, state senate redistricting maps head to governor’s desk
Several organizations have said the maps are a textbook example of gerrymandering and will lead to diminished voting power for people of color.
Metro
U of M raises tuition
University of Memphis President Bill Hardgrave would not speak to a reporter after the meeting when asked about the tuition increases.
Premium Public Safety The plan for a focused crime lab run by Shelby County government
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Midtown church goes big, and ninjas are coming to Wolfchase
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Business
Instead of county building new Regional One, Jeff Warren has an idea
For the past several months, Memphis City Councilman Jeff Warren has been giving tours of Methodist University Hospital. His goal is simple: Convince the community it doesn’t need to spend $1 billion on a new campus for Regional One.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Health Care No one bid on Shelby County’s autopsy contract. Here’s what happens now.
Premium Real Estate New Crosstown Concourse office spaces go on the market for first time
Sports
Who will be Memphis football’s top skill players in 2025?
An official depth chart likely won’t be released until the week of the season opener, but here are projections at the skill positions heading into the Memphis Tigers’ 2025 football season.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers on Tour dates for stops in Memphis, Nashville unveiled
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: How Jaren Jackson Jr. extension would impact summer
Sports College Baseball Super Regionals: What to know before play begins Friday.
Food
After closing bakery, chef shares her ‘Experience’ through cooking classes
On a recent Thursday night, about 30 people gathered Downtown to inexpertly stir roux, chop vegetables, season meat — and laugh.
Suburbs
Blue wave in Horn Lake? Democrats win big
Democrats had a strong showing in the Horn Lake municipal elections this week, including capturing the city’s mayoral race.
Arts & Culture
Live at the Garden’s summer line up
Olivia Wall from the Memphis Botanic Garden talks with Eric Barnes about the 25th anniversary of Live at the Garden.
Opinion
Opinion: Stop praying for peace and start investing in it
In this opinion piece, Memphis faith leaders call on city and county officials to fund community safety and well-being with a moral budget.
Podcasts
Live at the Garden’s summer line up
Olivia Wall from the Memphis Botanic Garden talks with Eric Barnes about the 25th anniversary of Live at the Garden.
Games
Word Flower: June 3
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.