Black Keys, Wilco, Big Ass Truck to play Mempho Music Festival
Rock bands the Black Keys and Wilco are among the headliners at this fall’s Mempho Music Festival, which returns to the grounds of the Memphis Botanic Garden.
Democratic mayoral primary is contrast in leadership philosophies
Incumbent Mayor Lee Harris wants to continue a sea change in what issues the county mayor focuses on. His challenger in the May Democratic primary, Ken Moody, says that focus isn’t immediate or local enough.Related story:
MSCS cancels after-school activities due to weather
Clubs and athletics are included in the cancellations.
Calkins: It’s Grizzles vs. Timberwolves in the Battle of ... Pancho’s?
It’s the Memphis Grizzlies vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves for all the ... cheese dip? Why there’s more to this playoff matchup than meets the eye.
Herrington: Grizzlies and Wolves are mirror images, but Memphis should be a step ahead
Welcome back to the playoffs, where there are trade-offs to be had, position matchups to weigh and personalities to revel in.
Victim confronts former police official who destroyed evidence of her rape
Rape survivor Debby Dalhoff has been searching for decades for answers in her still-unsolved 1985 home-invasion attack by a masked intruder.
Memphis mailbag: Recruiting, chances of Quinones returning?
How’s the Tigers recruiting going so far? What are the odds that Lester Quinones comes back to Memphis?
DeAndre Williams enters NBA draft
Williams will retain his college eligibility.
Lakeland mayor files ethics complaint against commissioner
According to Commissioner Wesley Wright, the complaint centers on something he said on Facebook about the Ashmont mixed-use project.
Southaven bridge connects key amenities with pedestrian safety
Southaven Mayor Darren Musselwhite was the brainchild of the bridge.
Table Talk: Big party may mean paella but it definitely means menu planning in advance
With an important birthday coming up, picking a menu for the party takes care and attention; Fancy’s Fish House is open; you can eat for $10 at New Asia.
Hey, Momma! Dive bar undergoing renovations before reopening
After the Hernando DeSoto Bridge shut down shut it down, the ‘diner and dive at Highway 55’ has new booths, a big new kitchen and a new patio that will seat 100.
Grizzlies podcast: Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves won’t lack intensity
Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves features several compelling storylines. Who will be the bigger instigator, Patrick Beverley or Dillon Brooks?
Senate passes bill affecting 4 county schools with amendments
A bill adopted by the state Senate regarding four schools in Shelby County suburbs must return to the House for review after a flurry of amendments before Senate passage Tuesday.
Tigers Football Insider: A stacked running back room with no ego issues
The running backs are in a stiff position battle, but Brandon Thomas said they are family first at the end of the day.
$10 Deal: New Asia’s ‘green menu’ includes 20 dishes under $10
New Asia, long a favorite for authentic Chinese food, also offers a solid lunch special.
Lakeland city manager resigns
Lakeland City Manager Shane Horn is moving back to Michigan to be near his family.
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)
Key legislation pending at the Tennessee General Assembly
For more, visit The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of state government.
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Daily Memphian postseason swimming awards: MUS, MHEA athletes finish year on top
Record-setter Zion James and two-time state runner-up Jenna Halliday claim top honors for 2021-22.
Collierville Police Chief gives department update at Chamber
Collierville Police Chief Dale Lane shares the challenges his department has faced and strategies implemented over the last two years.
Metro
U of M receives $5M gift for internship program
A portion of the gift will go toward an endowment to fund certain internships in perpetuity.
Developing Education Play by play: What was said during MSCS’ superintendent evaluation committee
Business
Inked: Crunch Fitness weighs third location; Madison Ave. shopping center sold
Another Crunch Fitness could be headed to Memphis, and a shopping center on Madison Avenue sold for $1.78 million. Plus, ConMed Corp. leases a new building.
Premium Real Estate Cooper-Young development approved for property-tax incentive
Sports
Group effort takes Grizzlies over Spurs, Wembanyama 129-115
Ja Morant, Desmond Bane,, Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr. all scored 19 or more for Memphis, while neutralizing Spurs center Victor Wembanyama’s impact.
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Grizzlies 129, Spurs 115
Food
Food Files: The Crazy Coop, Cache 42 Downtown open
Two Downtown restaurants welcoming customers, a new Scooter’s coffee and a Waffle House one step closer to construction on Forest Hill Irene Road.
Suburbs
Democrat seeks Horn Lake mayor’s office
“The key is for people to see that the local election in your city is more important than even the national election,” Planning Commissioner and Horn Lake mayoral candidate Jimmy Stokes said.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Nickel Boys,’ ‘Hard Truths,’ ‘Sing Sing’
Clear your calendars, Memphis cinephiles. Three of 2024’s very best films are in local theaters this week, and there’s no telling how long they’ll stick around.
Opinion
Calkins: Five board members want to oust Feagins. They’re making her a martyr instead.
Geoff Calkins: Whatever you think of the job Feagins has done, it can’t possibly be as bad as the job the board has done in trying to fire her. Instead of persuading the community that Feagins has to go, they have rallied the community to her side.
Podcasts
What the Live Nation venue at Crosstown can bring to Memphis
Todd Richardson, the CEO of Crosstown Concourse, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar” to talk not just the new venue but also all kinds of new happenings in and around Crosstown.