Topgolf Memphis application filed
A permit is currently pending with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation for Topgolf Memphis.
Billy Ray Turner found guilty for murder of Lorenzen Wright
Turner was charged with first-degree murder for the 2010 shooting of Wright, a former Memphis Grizzlies player.
Herrington: Sorry Ja, but you might be the NBA’s Most Improved Player
The Grizzlies’ superstar might not want to hear it, but the numbers point to it. And does the team’s record reflect reality?
Emoni Bates staying at Memphis would be mutually beneficial
Another year with the Tigers could boost his draft stock, and the team needs his offense. Plus: The transfer portal looms.
House meeting reveals Megasite electricity, wastewater updates
General Services has two State Building Commission-approved capital projects, including the 36.5 miles of pipeline that will run from the northwest corner of the Megasite — where the wastewater treatment plant will be located — to the Mississippi River.
County Commission approves Election Commission funding
The funding would provide for notices to Shelby County voters about changes to precincts and polling places. Renovation costs for juvenile detention center more than doubleRelated story:
City Council to meet new MLGW board members, discuss hiring energy consultant
The March 22 council day starts with the 2 new MLGW board members and three reappointees. Some on the council also want to hire an energy consultant.
Listen to how power of play can change kids’ lives
Eric Barnes interviews Dr. Stewart Burgess, executive director of the Children’s Museum of Memphis.
Photographer’s work removed from Memphis airport
The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority stated negative feedback came from Elvis fans. Petition started to bring Tommy Kha back to Memphis InternationalRelated story:
Senate delays action impacting Germantown namesake schools
Tennessee senators delayed action on a bill impacting Germantown’s namesake schools. The bill will go before a house committee later this week.
General Assembly says college students can sue professors over low grades
State Sen. Richard Briggs, the only Republican who voted against the measure, said legislators are “trying to overprotect students” and that the bill is “a solution looking for a problem.”
Charles Everett named to school board seat
Charles Everett, a Tennessee PTA leader and co-founder of Uplift Westwood, is the new District 6 Memphis-Shelby County Schools board member.
Paula Raiford’s new beer honors her late father, club’s history
“Being at Raiford’s, you know you’re going to drink multiple beers. We wanted something you could enjoy throughout the night.”
The political past of Tigers basketball
Two former Tigers basketball players have sought elected office before with one winning and the other coming close.
Grizzlies Insider: With Curry out, Grizzlies are in prime spot
If you were busy watching the NCAA Tournament over the weekend and didn’t catch all of the wackiness transpiring around the Memphis Grizzlies, here is your chance to catch up.
George Flinn pulls petitions to run for Congress
Here’s the latest on who has filed or pulled qualifying petitions for the August nonpartisan county races and the state and federal primaries on the same ballot.
Mark your calendars
Here are the next Memphis Grizzlies games:
- Game 6: Friday, May 13, Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors, 9 p.m. (ESPN)
- Game 7 (if needed): Monday, May 16, Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors, 7:30 p.m. (TNT)
Johnnie Taylor among newest Blues Hall of Fame members
The Memphis-based Blues Foundation said the 12 newest honorees of the Blues Hall of Fame will be celebrated at an event on May 4.
Moody’s friends come forward as he challenges Harris, hints at revealing memos
Democrat Ken Moody and Republican Worth Morgan have words of criticism for incumbent Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris as they campaign for his job.
Bluff City Biz: A possible Topgolf and a Malone Park update with Paul Young
Topgolf or a similar facility would be “a great thing for our community,” said DMC president and CEO Paul Young.
Will the Fed’s interest rate hike affect lending in the Mid-South?
Interest rates on things like consumer debt are likely to rise following the Fed’s decision, which could put a strain on an economy already fighting decades-high inflation.
Drew Rainer’s father advocates for ‘truth in sentencing,’ but governor’s support in doubt
A criminal defense lawyer told lawmakers he crafted a law similar to “truth in sentencing” decades ago — and regretted it.
Vote for the high school baseball player of the week, Week 1
Standouts from Bartlett, Collierville, FACS, Harding, Houston and St. George’s up for consideration this week.
Metro
Flash flood warning extended again, this time to 9:15 p.m.
Memphis ‘got lucky' Wednesday. But rocky weather will continue through the weekend. And motorists who encounter standing water are reminded to “turn around, don’t drown.”
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Update Metro Storms kill 7 in the South and Midwest as forecasters warn of catastrophic rains, floods this week
Public Safety Man accused of killing ex-girlfriend in Shelby Farms indicted for first-degree murder
Business
Falling Into Place: Broad Avenue shop closing, but the future is sweet
“There’s nothing sad about any of this,” Falling Into Place owner Mary Claire White said. “I feel really, really good about what I’ve done for 10 years. I’m excited to focus on the next thing.”
Health Care Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
Premium Real Estate Local industrial market booms with early-year sales, setting promising stage
Premium Real Estate Inked: Data Center in the works, egg wholesaler headed to Memphis
Sports
Lausanne baseball standout wins spring-sports athlete-of-the-week vote
Emre Roan provided a history-making walk-off winner against CBHS.
Spirit of Memphis Brad Luckett takes over as CBHS basketball coach
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball AAC commissioner working on basketball strength of schedule
Sports Redbirds', Tigers’ postponed baseball games reset for Friday
Food
Bittersweet bakers: 17 Berkshire closing, Jacques Louise opening in Midtown
As it closes, 17 Berkshire is “passing the torch” to gluten-free bakery, Jacques Louise.
Suburbs
Collierville Schools enters contract for new bus lot
Collierville’s Board of Education wants to buy nearly 28 acres on U.S. 72 to park the fleet of yellow vehicles that transport Collierville and Germantown students.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Hot Foot Honeys, drag time travel and a bad tattoo contest
This week, Martin Luther King Jr. is honored, a fashion legend is celebrated and a mid-century home transforms into a vintage pop-up shop.
Opinion
Narcisse: Giving up more than just chocolate this Lent
Lent should unsettle our belief we’ve done anything to justify what we have and what others do not. And that, I believe, is a way of life worth living.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Flyway Brewing’s head brewer talks beer, Memphis eats, more
Flyway Brewing Co. took over the former High Cotton Brewing and Edge Alley restaurant locations near Downtown. They reopened as a combined space in November.
Games
Word Search: April theater in Memphis
Can you solve this week’s word search?