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
Takeover bill to propose state-funded forensic audit of MSCS
Early research suggests such an audit could cost more than $2 million depending on its scope, according to a spokesperson for the Tennessee comptroller of the treasury.
Shelby County Edmund Ford Jr. appears in federal court Thursday
Premium City of Memphis Judge sides with police association in dispute over controversial new rank
Sports
St. George’s basketball falls in Division 2-A semis
Little things prove to be the difference as Battle Ground Academy ends the Gryphons’ season in Cookeville, Tennessee.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch in Memphis’ regular-season finale against South Florida
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: Memphis in complex spot as it aims to recapture positive momentum
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Elvises descend upon Memphis, and the library gets jazzy
This week, dance all night to R&B hits from Colors Worldwide, warm up with whiskey and celebrate women in the arts.
Premium Performing Arts Playhouse 2025-26 season includes ‘Jagged Little Pill,’ more
Premium Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Anora’ returns, ‘Mickey 17’ arrives
Business
Spring break to bring almost 50,000 people through Memphis airport
The busiest days will be Friday, Sunday and Monday, with more than 10,000 passengers passing through the security checkpoint.
Premium Real Estate Inked: Convenience store takes over former Jerry’s Sno Cones spot
Food
Longtime Cooper-Young restaurant closing in current form
The space that is now Cafe Ole will close as a Mexican restaurant Friday, March 7, and will reopen in the coming weeks with a new concept and menu.
Suburbs
Memphis in May in March in Collierville
Memphis in May wants to kick off spring in Collierville with a new barbecue event: “Memphis in March.”