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
Former state senator resentenced for wire fraud conviction
The new sentence includes no prison time. Robinson received a sentence of time served in 2022. Instead, U.S. District Judge Sheryl Lipman imposed a fine of $48,600.
Premium Public Safety DA to appeal suspect-release decisions by local judge
Business
Campbell Clinic event provides homeless guests with foot exams, shoes
The pop-up clinic at 600 Poplar Ave. was part of a national event called Our Hearts to Your Soles. Each holiday season, orthopedic practices in cities nationwide provide foot care for homeless people.
Premium Real Estate Memphians mourn old Union Planters Bank building targeted for demo
Sports
Grizzlies stars say team consistency starts with them
Grizzlies leaders Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. took ownership of the team’s sluggish performance against the Nuggets on Tuesday night.Related content:
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Food
Etowah dinner series cofounder launches cocktail bar
Josh Conley said Bar Limina will feature a revolving lineup of mixologists and bartenders from across the globe.
Suburbs
DA to appeal suspect-release decisions by local judge
Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy announced the decision to appeal two decisions by a lower court judge to release multiple-shooting suspects without bond in recent weeks.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Gladiator II,’ ‘Wicked’ bring back familiar stories
This pre-Thanksgiving weekend brings a couple of prestige-oriented films to the big screen, alongside stars Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal.
Opinion
Narcisse: Holidays bring a complex mix of emotions, memories and pressures
Joshua Henry Narcisse: This year I am a widower. And I am approaching these coming weeks with curiosity. I am interested to see what these hard and happy days will bring.
Podcasts
Grind City Coffee Xpo returns with new ingredient
You might know about brewing coffee, but this year, you can learn about cooking with it, too.