New Topgolf Memphis details revealed through first permit
The $16.5 million Topgolf facility is slated to include 72 hitting bays, a full kitchen and two bars.
Laurelwood resident stands against hate with LOVE
“I couldn’t figure out why someone would put that in our neighborhood,” Steve Brown said of racist communcation left at his front door.
First public bidder for MLGW electricity contract is familiar name
At a meeting Tuesday, local residents in favor of a split from the Tennessee Valley Authority criticized MLGW’s bid process — and learned who submitted at least one of the power proposals.
‘We will lead beyond distractions:’ Superintendent says MSCS leaders fit to run district
Members of Memphis Lift and the Whitehaven Empowerment Zone said the school district has failed both students and teachers.
Latest state TCAP scores suggest students returning to pre-pandemic levels
“I am cautiously optimistic about what we have seen so far,” said Memphis-Shelby County Schools superintendent Joris Ray.
Southern Baptists vote to keep way to track accused sex abusers
“It will take a few years to change the culture and direction,” said Bruce Frank, whose task force has recommended reforms. “But without action to act differently, there is no repentance.”
Herrington: You want Grizzlies trade ideas? Here are 18 of them.
The NBA Finals aren’t quite over, but the NBA trade season has begun. Related story:
Calkins: Elliot Perry is an inspiration — and an example of how to live a life
You’ll never guess where Elliot Perry is being honored Tuesday night. At the Museum of Modern Art, in New York. It’s the latest accomplishment for one of the greatest, humblest Memphians.
Community Redevelopment Agency president to step down
Rosalyn Willis was the first leader of the agency after it gained autonomy from the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development in 2018.
Local developer to build 12 homes, increase area value by $1 million
Developer Dwayne A. Jones is primarily known for building tiny homes.
Metro
The Early Word: Memphis takes over Netflix and the Naval Academy football team
Olive Branch is building a “wall” to monitor who is coming into the city, teacher vacancies are down at Memphis-Shelby County Schools and a South Main pioneer has a vision for Jackson Avenue.
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Sports
Former St. Agnes golfer set to tee it up at U.S. Women’s Amateur
The former four-time golf state champion from St. Agnes will be competing in the U.S. Women’s Amateur at Chambers Bay in University Place, Washington.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers land commitment from international basketball prospect
Subscribers only Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant, Desmond Bane stress continuity in success
Arts & Culture
South Main pioneer sees art opportunity on Jackson Avenue
Artist Ephraim Urevbu has bought a building on Jackson Avenue that he plans to renovate into an art incubator, studio space and a restaurant — with the larger goal of creating an art community.
Suburbs GPAC receives $1.4M state grant to help recover from pandemic losses
Arts & Culture Memphis Brooks Museum names new executive director
Business
FedEx Ground says it will not negotiate collectively with contractors
“FedEx Ground will not discuss, negotiate, or renegotiate service provider agreements or financial terms with a committee or any individual purporting to represent a collective body of service provider businesses,” FedEx Ground CEO John Smith said in a letter to contractors.
Suburbs Arlington Chamber of Commerce moves to historic Depot Square
Food
Recipe Exchange: Coconut Cake from Sweet Bistro
This coconut cake from the now-closed Sweet Bistro in Cooper Young is buttery and has a boost of extra coconut flavor from coconut milk.
Suburbs
Olive Branch to monitor license plates of vehicles entering city
Olive Branch officials want to monitor who drives into the DeSoto County city, and has hired a Georgia firm to track license plates with cameras.