Since an injunction was lifted last month, the state has been working to make taxpayer-funded private school vouchers available by the time class starts — which in Shelby County is Monday, Aug. 8.

The Tigers got a commitment from international player Ian Granja on Saturday morning, who played last season in the Czech Republic U19 League.

“An overwhelming majority of local voters believe Republicans have allowed the inmates to run the asylum. And the local party is paying the price.”

As part of the celebration and back-to-school prep, the district also partnered with the Shelby County Health Department to provide students in need with free immunizations.

“We train all our staff in battlefield first aid,” said one local school superintendent. “We watch some really gory videos so they can be prepared.”

After a national search, the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art’s board announced Friday, Aug. 5, it had selected the museum’s next executive director. 

For 20 years, Karen Carrier’s Beauty Shop has delivered bold and creative food in Cooper-Young, and she’s made a full comeback from the pandemic shutdown. Here’s our first starred dining review since 2020. 

The local food truck will be moving into the former site of Regina’s Cajun Restaurant in a Downtown space near Court Square.

The unofficial voter turnout in Shelby County for the August 2022 election was the lowest for the election cycle since partisan county primaries began.

The Tigers ranked ninth in the AAC in interceptions last year after finishing first or second in that category for five consecutive seasons. 

This coconut cake from the now-closed Sweet Bistro in Cooper Young is buttery and has a boost of extra coconut flavor from coconut milk.

A grant nearing $1.4 million will help Germantown Performing Arts Center cover costs the city traditionally paid through 2024.

Jennifer Collins said the pandemic forced some changes in higher education and exacerbated the need for mental health services already surfacing on college campuses.

On Sound Bites, Jennifer and Chris gab about the food news and features of the last week, including a stop at Dynamic Duo for some. “mole-a-que” sauce.

Geoff Calkins said, “The organizers of the Ed Murphey Classic got a burst of inspiration this year. How about bringing the pole vaulting competition to the people? It made for a wildly entertaining night on Beale Street.”