MLGW CEO J.T. Young takes position with Florida utility
Young leaves MLGW after four years. His departure next month comes at a critical point in the utility’s consideration of leaving the Tennessee Valley Authority.
Thursday prep report: Collierville rallies past arch-rival Houston
Lindsey Vicknair said her team needed a high-intensity test. And they got one.
Halbert says ‘whistleblower’ status should make her immune to recall
Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert reacts to talk of legislation lowering the number of signatures needed to force a recall election. She also continues to blame County Mayor Lee Harris’ administration for a backlog of license plates and tags that she says has been cleared up.
Voters could recall Shelby County Clerk under proposed bill
Under the current law, 15% of registered county voters have to sign a petition to get a recall question on the ballot. State Rep. Mark White (R-Memphis) wants to lower that to 1%.
FedEx announces $2 billion in cost-cutting measures, rate increases
In 2023, FedEx hopes to generate total cost savings of $2.2 to 2.7 billion, and the Memphis-based company plans increase some of its rates.
Memphis rapper GloRilla gives back to MLK Prep
Gloria “GloRilla” Woods visited her former high school, MLK Prep, to surprise students with a musical performance and a donation.
Former MSCS teacher indicted on crimes against children
A former teacher at Oakhaven Middle School and Wells Station Elementary School has been indicted for crimes against children, according to a statement from Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In return to Memphis, former deputy AD Wren Baker sees promise for Tigers, new-look AAC
Before his team takes on the Tigers on Saturday afternoon in a preview of a future American Athletic Conference matchup, Baker said he’s as confident as ever in the Tigers’ brand and the new-look league.
St. George’s standout wins fan vote for player of the week
McClain recorded 4.5 quarterback sacks, one short of the school record, as the Gryphons shut down one of the area’s top offenses while picking up their second victory.
Collierville residents injured in 2021 shooting sue Kroger
Two residents wounded in the Sept. 23, 2021 shooting spree at Kroger in Collierville, have filed suit against the grocery store chain and the third-party company who hired the employee who went on the rampage.
Cleanup group talks long-term and short-term fixes for blight, illegal dumping
The city is adding a convenience dumpster site soon at Collins Yard and next year, plans to roll out artificial intelligence tracking to address blight and illegal dumping.
3,000 ‘AutoZoners’ gather for annual sales meeting
AutoZone opened 118 new stores and closed one in the U.S., opened 39 stores in Mexico and 20 stores in Brazil in 2022.
Kevin Ritz confirmed by U.S. Senate as new U.S. Attorney
Ritz was recommended to the White House by U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen of Memphis and succeeds Joe Murphy, who had been acting U.S. Attorney since February 2021.
Rape victim’s appearance on ‘Good Morning America’ prompts calls for reform
As the woman who police think was raped last year by Eliza Fletcher’s alleged killer takes her story to a national audience on ‘Good Morning America,’ community leaders are demanding answers about law enforcement’s slow-moving investigation of the 2021 rape.
Trezevant Manor ushers in fall with fashion show fundraiser
The show helps support the Trezevant Manor Foundation, which funds capital improvements at the senior living facility.
Calkins: How TV’s Marybeth Conley found God, love and a new mission — with an ex-con
Twenty years after starting “Live at 9,” Marybeth Conley has found love, God and a new mission with a childhood crush — who happens to have served time for robbing a bank.
National Black Restaurant Week launches in Memphis
The event celebrates the flavors of African, African-American and Caribbean cuisine.
$10 Deal: Ms. B’s Sub Shop offers one bargain after another
Ms. B is Bonnie Harris, who worked at the Chinese Sub Shop for 25 years, has portions large enough to make sure nobody goes away hungry.
U of M updates Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium gameday procedures
The pregame pep rally will begin 15 minutes earlier at 1:30 p.m. so fans can start entering the stadium. There will also be seven additional security wanding and ticketing locations.Related story:
Five fall concerts for adventurous Memphis rock fans
From major touring bands headed to Elvis’ house to emerging Memphis groups, the fall concert calendar has some intriguing options for risk-taking rock fans.
The To-Do List: Gonerfest, Veganfest, Arcade fest and Martin/Short
This week, Crosstown Arts screens a Japanese gangster film, Cynthia Daniels hosts five parties in one and the Pink Palace Crafts Fair is back for the 50th time.
TSSAA high school football leaders and standings
Totals are through Week 5 games. Northpoint QB Jack Patterson leads area in total offense per game. Northpoint and Lausanne tie for top of Division II-AA West Region. Statistical leaders and standings for TSSAA schools.
For the Grizzlies, Ja Morant’s pairing with greatest H-O-R-S-E champ is perfect
The Grizzlies assistant who works with Ja Morant on his shooting made 276 3-point shots and 95% of his free throws while at Missouri State. Plus, he knows how to “push the right buttons and mess with you in the best way.” Sounds like the perfect coach to work with Morant. Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant lands at No. 9 in ESPN’s NBArank seriesRelated story:
Metro
MSCS’ Richmond not bound by same ethics clause Feagins was
Memphis-Shelby County Schools board members formalized its contract with Interim Superintendent Roderick Richmond two months after appointing him to replace ousted Superintendent Marie Feagins.
State Government Tenn. House advances its version of Memphis school takeover
Metro Severe weather coverage: MPD warns against driving during storm
Premium State Government Lawmakers inch toward sales-tax hike to pay for ‘ungodly problem’
Business
Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
Dr. Ralph Alvarado, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health, touched on everything from vaccines to fluoride to health disparities during a presentation at the University of Memphis on Friday, March 28.
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
Premium Real Estate Local industrial market booms with early-year sales, setting promising stage
Premium Real Estate Inked: Data Center in the works, egg wholesaler headed to Memphis
Sports
NBA reportedly examining gestures between Ja Morant, Buddy Hield
The NBA is looking into an exchange of gestures between Grizzlies star Ja Morant and Warriors guard Buddy Hield on Tuesday night, according to ESPN.
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Memphis hammers Buffalo in series’ second game
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Yes, the Grizzlies lost again. But all may not be lost!
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Memphis played better, which is why loss to Warriors stings
Food
Michelin could recognize a Memphis restaurant in new guide
The new Michelin Guide American South will be the company’s first regional guide in North America. Anonymous Michelin inspectors are already in the field exploring the area.
Suburbs
Southaven expanding animal shelter
As the Southaven community has grown, the need for an expanded facility has become increasingly apparent to both city officials and local animal welfare advocates.
Arts & Culture
Collaborative group shows dominate April art openings in Memphis
April artists on view in Memphis include Dolph Smith, Colleen Couch, April Bey, Joel Parsons, Brian Jobe, Kiersten Williams, Yancy Villa, and many more.
Opinion
Calkins: Yes, the Grizzlies lost again. But all may not be lost!
The Grizzlies got scorched by Steph Curry (52 points) as the Warriors passed them in the standings. So is there anything to feel good about? Actually, yes!
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Flyway Brewing’s head brewer talks beer, Memphis eats, more
Flyway Brewing Co. took over the former High Cotton Brewing and Edge Alley restaurant locations near Downtown. They reopened as a combined space in November.
Games
Jigsaw: Birthday paw-ty
This week’s puzzle features a photo from a celebration of local pup celebrities Sir Meatball and Milkshake.