Plans submitted for Falls Building renovation
Nashville-based Earl Swensson Associates submitted plans for a 258,964-square-foot renovation of the historic Downtown building.
Suspect in Amazon warehouse slaying shot by MPD officers
He allegedly shot and killed a woman outside the facility in Horn Lake.
Rested and raring to go, 901 FC returns to action Saturday
The 11-day break came in the middle of a hot streak, but players say the time off was needed. Now they have to pick it up against Atlanta United 2, a quality foe.
Inside the world’s first-ever Caption by Hyatt in Downtown Memphis
It includes Talk Shop, a 24/7 eatery, which is a mash-up of a beer garden, coffee shop, restaurant and co-working space.
Calkins: You’d never guess what’s on the menu at Penny Hardaway’s new restaurant
“There’s no telling if Penny Hardaway’s new restaurant will live up to expectations. But it should be better than Cal’s!”
Democrats urge County Commission to vote against new voting machines
The vote could settle a nearly 20-year debate between a Democratic-majority Board of County Commissioners, which favors hand-marked paper ballots, and a Republican-majority Shelby County Election Commission, which believes ballot marking devices should be implemented.
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.
Collierville Schools board incumbents to seek reelection
Collierville Schools board members Wanda Chism and Frank Warren are seeking reelection. Election Day is Nov. 8.
Proposed DeSoto County levee could shift east
The levee is slated in plans to parallel the east side U.S. 51, south of Goodman, protecting properties from Horn Lake Creek farther east.
Memphis libraries add outdoor festivals to summer reading program
The Memphis Library Foundation and Memphis Public Libraries have added something new to their annual summer literacy program: outdoor festivals at five branch libraries.
Conaway: Ja Morant is a commercial slam dunk for Memphis
“A lot of work for a lot of creative people. A lot of assists from Ja.”
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.
‘She was like a super woman’: Cristina Condori was quiet force behind local social justice issues
“She was someone who believed deeply in the goodness of people and was just a relentless organizer. It was all about easing people’s suffering and helping people network together and be connected.”
City Council Scorecard: Term limits maneuvers
The City Council Scorecard follows the maneuvering as the council puts a ballot question on the August ballot that might look familiar to Memphis voters.
Opinion: Why we need to extend term limits in Memphis
Voting yes on this ballot question will afford elected officials the opportunity to make their case to voters on why they deserve a third term.
Metro
Play by play: What was said during MSCS’ superintendent evaluation committee
During the first part of the meeting, Superintendent Marie Feagins responded passionately to all three claims levied against her by the school board.
Education Public shows support for Feagins during school board meeting
Business
Cooper-Young development approved for property-tax incentive
The Cooper will be on 5.8 acres at Cooper Street and Central Avenue with 250 multifamily apartments, 27 rental townhomes, a 125-room hotel, surface parking and a 325-space parking garage.
Premium Health Care Moody’s, S&P downgrade Methodist Le Bonheur bond ratings
Sports
Herrington: Five thoughts on the Grizzlies’ third straight Rockets loss
The Grizzlies will get a fourth and final (until the playoffs?) shot at the Houston Rockets in a couple of weeks. Chris Herrington has written five quick thoughts about the Houston-Memphis matchup.
High School Sports Collierville quarterback Grant Troutman to be a Memphis Tiger
Food
Five Memphis dining trends that could define 2025
“One thing we’ve all learned since the pandemic is that change is the only constant,” restaurateur Deni Reilly said.
Suburbs
Germantown wants more analysis of tax incentives for The Standard
Germantown is in the early stages of a potential tax incentive for the redevelopment of Carrefour at Kirby Woods. While no final decisions were made, some aldermen have concerns with the TIF.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Nickel Boys,’ ‘Hard Truths,’ ‘Sing Sing’
Clear your calendars, Memphis cinephiles. Three of 2024’s very best films are in local theaters this week, and there’s no telling how long they’ll stick around.
Opinion
Conaway: Let’s pick the cabinet
“Aside from the obvious point that we could all suggest better than we’re going to get, the larger point is that we’re all going to need each other as things shake out in Washington.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: More inside details about No Comment and Fawn
Plus, bar owners Mary Oglesby and Paul Gilliam talk about the state of the service industry in Memphis.
Games
Jigsaw: A colt following
This week’s jigsaw features a photo from the Budweiser Clydesdales’ visit to Arlington, where 500 to 600 people braved the cold weather for a chance to see the world-famous horses.