Memphis Reggae brings island energy to Carolina Watershed
Reggae at The Shed brings island sounds, along with food, drinks and local vendors to the Carolina Watershed, 141 E Carolina Ave.
EXCLUSIVE: Assessor alleges Halbert decision costs county $4M a year in lost tax revenue
As comptroller urges ouster of Wanda Halbert, a new controversy emerges.
Transplant of patient’s ‘ticking time bomb’ uncertain after surgeon’s exit
After a high-profile surgeon departed Methodist University Hospital’s Transplant Institute — and the live donor liver program is paused — a Memphis musician’s transplant is caught in the middle.
Memphis to be part of ‘extreme heat belt’ within next 30 years
A climate study released during one of the hottest summers on record predicts a 125-degree “extreme heat belt” will stretch across a quarter of the country by 2053.
Lucero Block Party to bring back easy-going outdoor vibe
Minglewood will play host to the latest incarnation of another Bluff City tradition on Saturday, Sept. 10, when the grounds of the venue feature the 2022 installment of the Lucero Family Block Party.
Wardalis Ducksworth: Staying in Memphis is what his father would’ve wanted
Memphis defensive lineman Wardalis Ducksworth’s father died in a car accident when Ducksworth was 6 years old. The fifth-year senior said he can feel his dad’s presence at every Tigers game.
‘Young Rock’ filming is result of game-changing incentives, personal relationships
When “Young Rock” begins filming its third season in Memphis next week, it will do so for a couple of reasons. One is that NBCUniversal executive Richard Ross lives here.
Mayoral runoffs could return ahead of 2023 elections
With little fanfare, the council pulled its Aug. 9 vote defeating a ballot question on partisan city primaries. The reconsideration could amend that plan to a proposal to restore the runoff provision in the race for Memphis mayor.
Changes on the way for Bartlett’s top leaders
With a host of Bartlett officials, including Mayor A. Keith McDonald, headed for retirement, the November election will bring a new mayor and new department head nominations.
Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo looks ahead in light of uncontested reelection
Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo is uncontested for his third term as mayor, a stark contrast from the challenge he faced four years ago.
Three local, small business owners to share secrets of success
“My buddy called, congratulating me on buying those stores, and I told him, ‘Yesterday, I could lose my job. Today, I could lose my house,’” one business owner said. “That’s the defining moment of owning your own business.”
Here’s where you can celebrate 901 Day
Choose901, Grind City Brewing and the Memphis Grizzlies are among organizations and businesses celebrating the unofficial local holiday, which falls on Thursday, Sept. 1.
Movers & Shakers
Sullivan advertising agency has three new hires and two promotions, and Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh PLLC, announces a special recognition.
Metro
Judge resets controversial Cooper-Young recovery home hearing
Questions delay the hearing for the Midtown recovery home opposed by neighbors and allegedly in violation zoning rules.
Public Safety Central High student in critical condition after shooting
Public Safety Two Memphis judges make cut for state appeals court seat
Business
JoJo’s Espresso expands into space five times larger than original
JoJo’s Espresso, now in the 850-square-foot suite 114 at 1730 S. Germantown Road, will open in its new 5,000-square-foot space in the late first quarter.
Health Care Former St. Jude fundraising exec to lead global anti-hunger charity
Premium Real Estate Memphians mourn old Union Planters Bank building targeted for demo
Sports
Terry Tippett won games and influenced lives in equal measure
Tippett did a lot of winning. Six state championships and 902 games to be exact. Basketball was important — but not as important as the people who played it.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies update injury report ahead of clash with Denver
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: As Grizzlies get healthier, decisions loom, beginning at small forward
Food
JoJo’s Espresso expands into space five times larger than original
JoJo’s Espresso, now in the 850-square-foot suite 114 at 1730 S. Germantown Road, will open in its new 5,000-square-foot space in the late first quarter.
Food News Sam’s Deli closes
Suburbs
Germantown school board member resigns
Daniel Chatham was elected in 2022. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is responsible for appointing an individual to finish the unexpired term.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett exploring options for Quail Ridge Golf Course
Neighborhoods
Former St. Jude fundraising exec to lead global anti-hunger charity
A longtime Memphian and former executive for the fundraising and awareness organization at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is headed to Oklahoma to lead a global anti-hunger charity.
Premium Midtown Judge resets controversial Cooper-Young recovery home hearing
Arts & Culture
Preston Lamm leaves 40-year legacy at Rum Boogie Cafe
Beale Street would not be what it is today without Rum Boogie Cafe owner, and former CPA, Preston Lamm. But today, he will turn over the keys to the club’s new owner.
Premium Arts & Culture Georgia O’Keeffe, Grandma Moses works on display in new Dixon show
Opinion
Hutchinson: Beware of these lending scams
A Florida woman claimed to have more than 10 years of experience in grant writing. In reality, her last known employment was at a Krystal, and she was on probation for stealing cash deposits from it.
Premium Guest Columnists Echols: On shedding the constant noise in our heads
Podcasts
Workforce initiatives at U of M expand their reach
Leaders of the three separate initiatives joined Eric Barnes to talk about their programs this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”