Anticipated winter weather closes schools Thursday
The area is under a winter weather advisory, from early Thursday until Thursday evening, with total snow and sleet accumulations of up to two inches, according to the National Weather Service.
Snow what? Chances of wintry weather tonight and tomorrow morning
The National Weather Service says the Mid-South can expect snow for Thursday, Jan. 6.
Tom Lee Park redesign plaintiffs want parking lots restored
The plaintiffs are taking the city and Memphis River Parks Partnership to court over the $61 million Tom Lee Park redesign.Related story:
Taylor warns of packed hospitals even with less severe effects of Omicron
Shelby County Health Dept. Director Dr. Michelle Taylor told Shelby County commissioners Wednesday, Jan. 5, that state health officials are also watching the strain on hospitals and public health institutions closely.
Jury trials suspended in Shelby County as COVID cases spike
Jury trials in Shelby County Criminal Court are suspended through Jan. 28 as COVID cases increase locally.
Collierville investigates unsupervised high school classes
Three Collierville High classes were unsupervised Tuesday; the first day back after winter break. The district investigated, and Principal Roger Jones communicated with affected parents.
Authorities offer $15K reward for suspect in Young Dolph slaying
Authorities issued a warrant for a man they say is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of Young Dolph. A $15,000 reward has been offered by police agencies for information on the whereabouts of Justin Johnson.
Grizzlies’ Brooks, Melton and Anderson exit health, safety protocols
Brooks and Melton could make their return against the Pistons, but Desmond Bane is unlikely to play.
Grizzlies Mailbag Part 1: Ja Morant’s ‘Rose year’ has team on the rise
Also tackled here: questions about Jaren Jackson Jr. and Kiwi culture.
Table Talk: Out with the old, in with the new, but who can tell?
Blue Plate Café to close after the death of its owner, Memphis Pizza Café goes to shorter hours due to staffing issues and we’re trying Kind January instead of Dry January.
2022 brings a few changes; 2021 left us changed
Chris Herrington and Jennifer Biggs discuss the end of 2021 and what’s ahead for 2022 in food.
Inked: More Medical District development; a gym activates a blighted corner
A new multifamily building planned for 220 S. Claybrook St. could offer more housing options for a growing Medical District.
Ford Megasite: Stanton, Suga’s set to reap rewards from Ford plant
Stanton has lost population, the income is low and its Downtown is gone, but a can-do mayor and a boost from Blue Oval City seem likely to change the town’s luck.
Arlington faces the challenge of maintaining atmosphere amid growth
Keeping the ship steady in terms of how the town develops remains a top priority for Arlington Mayor Mike Wissman this year, including strengthening and refining the town’s land use plan and ordinances.
901 FC re-signs captain Leston Paul
The 31-year-old midfielder is the lone remaining player from the club’s debut season.
Metro
Protesters angry about everything from Social Security to Gulf of America
Hundreds protested for or against numerous causes at Poplar Avenue and Highland Street on Saturday afternoon, carrying signs denouncing xAI, the Trump administration and one that said simply, “Where do I start?”
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Business
Food Files: New Sichuan restaurant, two wings eateries coming
A new Sichuan restaurant should open by the year’s end in East Memphis, Wings House expanded from Southaven and A1 Wings & Things opened its first location in Cordova.
Real Estate Health care logistics facility awarded 10-year PILOT
Business CEO of Memphis-based paper company retires
Real Estate Mud Island project receives funding
Sports
Memphis tennis teams both advance to AAC championship matches
University of Memphis tennis teams are shining on the home courts at Leftwich Tennis Center.
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Food
$10 Deal: Mix and match at Great China Market
At Great China Market, $10 gets you a satisfying variety of combinations of delicious pastries and caramelized pork.
Suburbs
Millington bar gets friendly fresh start from Midtown owner
Louis Connelly, owner of Louis Connelly’s Bar for Fun Times and Friendship, officially took over Kickstart in March.“We’d love to keep growing, buying more neighborhood bars like this that have character and history,” he said.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Shell Daze, Time Warp and Mary J. Blige for real this time
This week, Peabody rooftop parties return, Africa in April is back and Saddle Creek opens another art show.
Opinion
Conaway: Everybody in the golf world knows every King-Collins course, except here, of course
“Should you like to play a King-Collins course, still rare but growing in number, there’s one right smack dab in the middle of your city.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Italian restaurant to open soon in East Memphis
Cocozza East, from the owners of Cocozza American Italian in Harbor Town, will open in East Memphis in either late May or early June 2025.
Games
5 by 5 crossword: April 18
You don’t have to buzz in to play this quick crossword.