Crime rates increase in Memphis, Shelby County despite some decreases in violent crime
Violent crime is down from the first quarter last year, but property crimes are up.
Penny’s Nitty Gritty: ‘Upscale Southern Fare’ with a touch of soul
For example, there are grit cakes, filled with your choice of shrimp, salmon croquettes, chicken, pork or vegetables.
Grizzlies Insider: Two Memphis players win #NBAFanFavorite awards
The Grizzlies took home the NBA’s Dunk of the Year and Assist of the Year awards on Wednesday, as voted by the fans.
Graceland celebrates 40th anniversary
The first 1,000 guests will receive a 40th anniversary poster, featuring Graceland’s original opening day flyer artwork.
A deeper look into what a new Tigers stadium could have cost, how it would have been funded
To determine a projected financial plan, the University of Memphis looked at the funding precedents of stadiums at nine universities.
Design Review Board approves plans for former Heartbreak Hotel site
The board approved updated design plans for the project in the Edge District.
You think you know who the Grizzlies will draft? Try these names
Mock drafts might not mean much, but here are some names to keep an eye on, including players who recently have worked out for the Grizzlies.
DeSoto County to fund school resource officers for all 39 district campuses
Each school has coverage, but only some get a full-time officer.
U of M custodial staff demands changes
“For the past year, custodians and technicians at the University of Memphis have not been treated with dignity.”
$10 Deal: Fill your belly and your basket at South Point Grocery
There are 10 sandwiches for $8 on the menu at South Point Grocery, plus a $5 special most days and plenty of good grab-and-go.
The To-Do List: Rainbows and zombies on Beale, plus music on the river
This week, Theatre Memphis closes out its season with “Ragtime,” High Cotton Brewing hosts a beer mile and a Memphis native author celebrates her book release with a skate party.
Calkins: Quinones’ shorts were teeny. His impact was not.
Lester Quinones is keeping his name in the NBA draft. But the guy sure had an impact at Memphis. He was a lot more than an air guitar and short shorts.
Out-of-state U of M students to see tuition increase
“We’ve managed to keep a lid on tuition,” University of Memphis Board Chairman Doug Edwards said.
Amber Mills cleared by Chancery Court for reelection run
A Shelby County chancellor has ruled that the county commissioner is eligible to run for reelection despite a question of whether her house is in Fayette County.
LITE Memphis’ Pitch Night is creating young entrepreneurs
“Our core mission is about helping students have the ability to create wealth and one of the ways that we do that is through entrepreneurship,” Adrian Smith said. “Because we know that to be a successful entrepreneur, you have to possess a lot of 21st century skills that include communication, goal setting and problem-solving.”
State House Speaker says AR-15 ban not the answer to mass shootings
Cameron Sexton says he sees no reason to ban AR-15 weapons in the wake of the Uvalde, Texas, mass shooting. Meanwhile in Washington Thursday, Memphis Congressman Steve Cohen was calling for such a ban.
Collierville Planning commissioner to run for alderman
Jewel Jordan, a lifelong Collierville resident, is the first candidate to announce for the seat being vacated by Billy Patton.
Metro
Bartlett police officer involved in shooting on Stage Road
A Thursday evening confrontation between a person armed with a knife and Bartlett police led to a fatal shooting, officials said.
Premium Real Estate U of M ‘exploring options’ as it closes Holiday Inn for renovations
State Government Tennessee man is executed for killing his wife and her two sons
Metro D.C. Scorecard: How Memphis’ reps voted on Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
Business
U of M ‘exploring options’ as it closes Holiday Inn for renovations
The closure, which was a surprise to at least one group planning an October event at the hotel, comes as the school’s contract with the current hotel vendor comes to an end.
Real Estate Edge District restaurants get funding, Downtown adding street musicians
Premium Education MUS launching $200M campus improvement plan
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx chooses insider to lead Freight spinoff
Sports
Spring Fling: Dominating Collierville repeats as AAA girls champion
The Dragons are the first team to go back-to-back in the largest public-school classification since Whitehaven in 2016 and 2017.
Premium High School Sports Spring Fling: St. Benedict falls in D2-AA softball final
High School Sports Spring Fling: Thursday’s best; Friday’s schedule
Premium Sports Buckley: The night Redbirds manager Ben Johnson answered a special call
Food
Hard Times Deli owners to open bar in Edge District
The chefs behind the popular Marshall Avenue deli are putting their twist on a dive bar, with retro details and the return of their smashburger.
Suburbs
Bartlett police officer involved in shooting on Stage Road
A Thursday evening confrontation between a person armed with a knife and Bartlett police led to a fatal shooting, officials said.
Arts & Culture
SunAh Laybourn on Asian American culture and history in Memphis
SunAh Laybourn’s desire to highlight the culture and history of Asian Americans in Memphis has brought, in part, the extensive range of local events happening during Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Opinion
Opinion: On xAI, ‘Memphians deserve honesty’
“Air pollution doesn’t know borders. It doesn’t stop at the state line. Running dozens of polluting turbines at this location would threaten air quality for families in South Memphis as well as those in Southaven.”
Podcasts
SunAh Laybourn on Asian American culture and history in Memphis
SunAh Laybourn’s desire to highlight the culture and history of Asian Americans in Memphis has brought, in part, the extensive range of local events happening during Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.