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County budget proposal includes 5-cent drop to tax rate
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris outlined his budget proposal the day after winning the Democratic primary for county mayor and advancing to the August county general election in his quest for a second term.
Gilliom leaves as county CAO for Allworld position
Dwan Gilliom referred to the new position with Allworld as the end of his career in public service.
Former Memphis standout to tee off with pros at PGA tournament
At the end of play on Tuesday, the former Middle College star held the lead at the PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship in Philadelphia and was the lone player under par.
Mama Bear: How Jaren Jackson Jr.'s mom used her own upbringing to inspire his
“If things were optional at school — things like the science fair or spelling bees — they were not optional in our house,” said Terri Carmichael Jackson.
Yo Gotti’s Birthday Bash is back
The annual show is being held for the first time since 2019 and will include surprise guest performances that will be revealed during the concert.
Tennessee College of Applied Technology names head of Blue Oval campus
Heath McMillian will take over as executive vice president for the college’s Blue Oval City campus.
Artist draws on urban farm for Mother’s Day watercolor workshop
The farm was started by Memphis firefighter Bobby Rich, whose knowledge makes him akin to a walking plant encyclopedia.
Table Talk: Weird food combos, Frost’s third and the potatoes return
An accidental hot sauce douse prompts a culinary epiphany for a friend — and a question for you.
Third Better Community Summit planned in North Memphis
The upcoming June 4 summit will provide a space for members of affected communities to meet with and seek resources from from clergy leaders, nonprofit organizations, law enforcement and government agencies.
Tigers Football Insider: A look at who’s left in the QB room
With Grant Gunnell gone, freshman Tevin Carter could be the backup to Seth Henigan.
Brooks to start national search for new director
The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art announced a search committee to oversee the selection of a permanent executive director.
Morrison edges Carpenter in District 4 Republican race
District 4 was the only contested Republican race on the May 3 ballot.
Inked: Gregory Realty buys two shopping centers for $27.8M
This week’s Inked shares news on Midtown Nursery’s new permanent location, new PetSmart in Collerville and the opening of Paradox at PeCo in Midtown.
County primaries draw turnout of 11%, set stage for August
Election for mayor narrows to a race between the incumbent and a Memphis City Council member.
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)
Shante Avant wins Democratic primary race for County Commission District 5
“It’s quite simple, the Democrat primary voters have decided who they want as their candidate,” Folsom said. “It was a well-fought race despite the incredibly low turnout.”
Three Democratic clerks fall to rival Democrats in Tuesday primaries
Only one of the incumbent Democratic clerks from 2018’s Democratic sweep of the offices was without a challenge from within the party. Three of the incumbents didn’t survive to advance to the August county general election.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: CBHS relay team sets standard
The Brothers’ performance at the prestigious Penn Relays produced the state’s season-best time.
Wednesday prep report: Honors even between Collierville, Houston
Annual rivalry match produces no goals, but some positives for both coaches.
LeMoyne-Owen College to celebrate presidential inauguration Friday
LeMoyne-Owen College is celebrating its new president Vernell Bennett-Fairs with a series of events this week. The president’s investiture was delayed more than a year by COVID-19.
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Witches, zombies and more descend upon Juvenile Court’s Trunk or Treat for candy, bouncing and just plain fun
Hundreds came to Juvenile Court on Saturday for the fourth annual Trunk or Treat event, where kids could pet animals, eat hot dogs, collect candy and go home with a brand-new coat as winter nears.
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Public Safety Tennessee Highway Patrol driving increase in arrests
Public Safety Man charged in drug trafficking scheme last year sentenced
Business
Controversial East Memphis liquor store license denied
State alcohol board denies liquor license for The Station, a proposed East Memphis liquor store in the center of a contentious legal battle.
Transportation & Logistics Memphis airport building construction to cost $57 million
Transportation & Logistics International Paper to outsource its IT services, resulting in layoffs
Real Estate Despite ‘doom loop,’ Downtown Memphis makes progress
Sports
Calkins: They did it again! Tigers once again give Memphians a reason to believe.
Memphis rallied to beat nationally-ranked USF Saturday. And suddenly, all is right with the Tiger football universe once again.
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Food
Food Files: Society Memphis is back — and soon Little Italy Midtown will be, too.
Little Italy Midtown is coming back to its original space, Society Memphis has reopened under new ownership and Good Fortune Co.’s expansion will begin in the new year.
Suburbs
Bark your calendar: First public dog park coming to Millington
Millington is opening its first public dog park. “I think it’s fair to say there’s a dog playground within the dog park,” said Millington’s city manager.
Arts & Culture
Party like a vampire at Cameo and watch ‘Frankenstein’ come to life
This week, meditate with a Buddhist monk at Crosstown, view Mexican art at the University of Memphis and hoist a stein in Overton Square.
Opinion
Calkins: They did it again! Tigers once again give Memphians a reason to believe.
Memphis rallied to beat nationally-ranked USF Saturday. And suddenly, all is right with the Tiger football universe once again.
Podcasts
The AM/DM: A new approach to potholes
On today’s episode, The Daily Memphian’s Samuel Hardiman joins editorial director Mary Cashiola to discuss a new program for maintaining city streets.