FedEx delivers 52 tons of medical aid for Ukrainian refugees
FedEx has donated more than $2.3 million in humanitarian aid since the outset of the conflict, including $1 million that has been allocated for in-kind shipping with nonprofit partners.
Are your car tags coming? Clerk says 8,700 ready to go but backlog persists
Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert says her office has been hand-stuffing envelopes, but she remains baffled by what caused the backlog. In the interim, county government has asked for a weekly inspection of the clerk’s license plate and car tag storage space.
MATA funding clears final hurdle at Shelby County Commission
The 9-2 vote at the Monday, June 27, commission completes city and county action to create an ongoing tax revenue stream expected to total $30 million in the next 8 years. County Commission caught between capital funding for schools or Regional OneRelated stories:
New voting equipment for November arrives; early voting hours set for August ballot
The new system includes a paper trail along with updated touch screen machines and an option to vote hand-marked paper ballots.
Germantown adopts budget, approves first Carrefour building
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved its $210.9 million budget and reviewed the first building in the redevelopment of Carrefour at Kirby Woods.
New Frayser library to be completed by end of 2023
Memphis Public Libraries Director Keenon McCloy did not give a figure for the price of the contract, but may cost about $12 million.
Six takeaways from documents on Memphis’ final IARP hearing
The university’s case and objections are laid out, as well as the panel’s responses and its own objections.
Herrington: ‘Quiet’ is an option, but the Grizzlies should try to make a little noise in free agency
And one approach starts with Tyus Jones.
Regional One plans $750 million project of ‘most critical part of’ hospital
And with almost half of Shelby County Commissioners leaving office in two months, they have a firm deadline to find $350 million in funding, their share of the project’s funding, for the county-owned hospital. The Commission also has ambitious plans to revamp the county’s MWBE program. County Commission caught between capital funding for schools or Regional OneRelated story:
Bartlett-based Grace Medical plans $2.8 million expansion
Grace Medical plans a $2.8 million expansion at its Bartlett headquarters to enhance its position in otology.
Iowa State transfer already feels at home in Memphis
Joseph Scates plays with confidence but didn’t join the Tigers with a big ego. “I just want to work,” he said.
Memphis basketball to hire Faragi Phillips as assistant
After battling in high school, Hardaway and Phillips will be on the same bench this season.
County mayor says stable housing critical in keeping ex-offenders out of system
The housing will provide a home for four ex-offenders who are participating in the Shelby County Office of Re-Entry’s FOCUSED program, an 11-week training program that combines job readiness with the opportunity for selection into vocational training programs.
Collierville launching ambulance service despite vehicle delay
Collierville Fire Department launches its ambulance service Friday. However, the shiny new vehicles for the suburb will not be ready, leading to a temporary conversion of Rural Metro units
Germantown Police Department promotes inspector to deputy chief
MSCS failed to keep children safe at Head Start centers, report finds
An investigation conducted by the federal Administration for Children and Families found that Memphis-Shelby County Schools failed to make sure children were kept safe at several Head Start centers the district operates.
Marmalade Restaurant preserved more than Southern food
Almost a decade before the National Civil Rights Museum opened, the Marmalade Restaurant and Lounge thrived on Calhoun Avenue.
Ole Miss wins first College World Series title
The Rebels, with four Shelby-Metro area players, sweep Oklahoma.
Work to begin on second and final phase at Lakeland Town Square
The recently completed $42 million Phase 1 includes 138 flats and 21,200 square feet of commercial space, as well as amenities like a clubhouse and pool for residents.
Metro
City Council members plan to ask Task Force to leave
On the one-year anniversary of the executive order that created and sent the Memphis Safe Task Force to the city, relatives and friends of those rounded up in the El Corralon nightclub raid told the council that raid and others have split families.
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Public Safety Operation saves 7 human trafficking victims in Southaven
Public Safety 2 judges named to fill newly created Shelby County criminal courts
Public Safety Detainees sue Shelby County over extreme heat, broken fire alarms, raw sewage at 201 Poplar
Business
Data center moratorium proposals delayed until October
A data center moratorium is losing steam as questions of the City Council’s authority to ban the developments mount.
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Sports
Boise loss shouldn’t damper season expectations, Tigers football coach says
“One game doesn’t determine or define your season,” Memphis Tigers coach Charles Huff said. “That’s why they give you 12 of them.”
High School Sports Dandy Dozen: Bartlett makes a big jump, but top 5 stays the same
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Food
Halcyon Bakery aims to elevate Memphis’ pastry scene
A new Cooper‑Young spot will blend French baking, local partnerships and a community‑driven vibe.
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Suburbs
Hernando plans to use AI at City Hall
Hernando’s Board of Aldermen approved a contract with artificial intelligence company Polimorphic for some City Hall operations.
Public Safety Operation saves 7 human trafficking victims in Southaven
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Resident Evil’ reboots, ‘The Matrix’ mind bends
If you get confused when you see references to “red pill” or “blue pill,” you’ve got an opportunity to get that sorted.
Visual Arts MoSH names permanent executive director
Opinion
Sanford: Despite numbers favoring GOP, those seeking elected office should debate
Unlike other Republican candidates, 5th District Republican nominee Charlie Hatcher’s campaign has said he’s willing to debate Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder, the district’s Democratic nominee.
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: What is going on with the county’s elected officials?
Days into the new Shelby County Commission’s four-year term, two commissioners have been formally charged with crimes. And a third is under review because of a city grant.
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Games
Daily Jigsaw: Discounts to data
Today’s puzzle features server racks configured for advanced artificial intelligence now housed at the former Fred’s corporate headquarters. 5C Group provided the photo.