As number of local power outages drop, repair difficulty increases
As of 5:30 p.m. Monday, more than 60,000 MLGW customers remained without power out of the 140,000 or so who initially lost it.
County Commission mulls filling Katrina Robinson’s state Senate seat
The commission debated Monday whether it should fill the District 33 seat Robinson was expelled from last week by fellow Senators. Part of the argument is whether it amounts to an endorsement of the Senate action.
South Memphis economic development groups get $1 million county grant
In other action, the commission approved funding for the Shelby County Sheriff’s office to up recruiting deputy jailers, environment justice initiatives and a continuation of several pandemic initiatives.
Cohen asks Lee to seek federal disaster aid for city
The push for a state request for federal aid comes as MLGW’s damage estimate from the ice storm has already exceeded the threshold for seeking assistance.
Emoni Bates returns to Memphis, will get therapy for back injury
Penny Hardaway notes intensity of practices, and why Josh Minott did not see more time on the court against UCF.
Herrington: As trade deadline looms, will Grizzlies leave a good thing alone?
It’s not just about the current team chemistry, but what management believes it can score for future use.
Should Tigers fans worry that Penny Hardaway has zero recruits?
Hardaway might be pondering a raid of the transfer portal, rather than pursuing high-schoolers.
How did Memphis’ Democratic congressional district survive redistricting?
A brief history of the Voting Rights Act in Tennessee, and Shelby County’s protected congressional district.
Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. backs himself, wants to be All-Star replacement
With Draymond Green declaring himself out for the All-Star festivities with a back injury, the 22-year-old Memphis forward is one of the first in line to be a replacement player.
Bluff City Biz: The City of Memphis and 100 N. Main with Bill Dries
The planned $267 million revitalization of 100 N. Main would include 60,000 square feet of office space for the City of Memphis.
DeSoto road projects could improve access to Memphis
Two DeSoto County road projects will help not only traffic flow in Olive Branch and Southaven but also eliminate congestion problems.
Tigers’ lone 2022 basketball signee decommits
Maryland forward Noah Batchelor announced that he is reopening his recruitment, leaving the Tigers with zero class of 2022 commits.
Letter to the Editor: Sanford column ignorant and divisive
“Saying that white people are responsible for COVID lingering is untrue and once again an aim to racially divide,” letter writer Jane Maners says of Otis Sanford’s column.
Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week
Standouts from Briarcrest, Melrose, Memphis Business Academy, Northpoint and St. Benedict are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 10.
Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week
Standouts from Arlington, Bartlett, Harding Academy, MAHS and Northpoint are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 10.
Listen to Grizzlies writers discuss the team’s recent road trip
The Memphis Grizzlies are one of the NBA’s most exciting teams thanks to their fancy alley-oop finishes.
MSCS to reopen all but seven schools
A majority of Memphis-Shelby County Schools will reopen Tuesday, Feb. 8, following three days of weather-related closures.
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.