FedEx Ground to make sweeping cuts to Sunday deliveries
Before cuts beginning last August, FedEx made Sunday deliveries to more than 80% of the U.S. population; the changes bring that number down to more than 50%.
Homicides and rapes down in 2022, MPD reports
There were 302 homicides in Memphis in 2022, a 13% decrease from the record-breaking 347 homicides in 2021.
Four firms apply to lead MSCS superintendent search
The Memphis-Shelby County Schools Board of Education wants to hire a firm that has conducted searches for school districts before and, specifically, done searches for superintendents.
Memphis City Council wants review of grant funding
The review comes partly in response to Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division’s decision not to apply for $109 million worth of water infrastructure grants from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.
Uptown TIF’s $14 million funding gets final approval
The council vote comes the day after the Shelby County Commission approved the same resolution. The funding is spread across four projects, including new affordable housing in Uptown and rehab of existing homes for legacy homeowners.
Man dies after confrontation with Memphis police officers
The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, near Raines and Ross roads in southeast Memphis.
Winter storm revealed ‘myth of TVA’s invincibility,’ council member says
“I think the myth of TVA’s invincibility has been shown here, and I think we need to remember that as we try to figure out where we’re going to go as a system,” Memphis City Council member Jeff Warren said. Millions of gallons of water flooded empty buildings during extreme winter weatherRelated story:
Conrad Pearson decides against moving
Conrad Pearson will stay in Germantown but not move to a site as it had planned.
Calkins: There will never be another DeAngelo Williams
DeAngelo Williams became the first Memphis football player elected to the College Football Hall of Fame. He’s the best Tiger player in the history of the school. But looking back, you know the stat that really stands out? He stayed at Memphis for four spectacular years.
What to look for in Memphis’ game against UCF
The Tigers will have to turn things around ahead of their matchup with UCF in Orlando on Wednesday, Jan. 11. Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis’ sense of urgency should be at season-highRelated story:
Warmer than 32 or cooler than 95: New rules proposed for horse-drawn carriages
The council approved the changes in the first of three votes on the ordinance Tuesday, Jan. 10. The changes are part of a larger group of animal ordinance amendments.
New Bartlett mayor names CAO, other top administration positions
As Bartlett Mayor David Parsons transitions into his new role as the suburb’s mayor, he has nominated appointees for the city’s major departments.
Herrington: Even on a team full of stars, Tyus Jones is playing best ball ever
Jones is a backup point guard, one of the better ones in the NBA. But he conceives himself as more, the Grizzlies now pay him as more, and over the past couple of seasons he’s been playing that way.
Six former Tigers to be inducted into the Memphis M Club Hall of Fame
The annual induction ceremony will take place on Feb. 25 at the Penny Hardaway Hall of Fame building.
Former Ole Miss O-lineman commits to Memphis
Ole Miss transfer and former Houston High School standout Jack Greer announced his commitment to Memphis on Twitter.
First Horizon acquisition expected to close by April
According to the CEO of Toronto-Dominion Bank, the deal has been delayed due to U.S. regulatory oversight as well as the drafting of a community benefits agreement.
Houston girls basketball turning the corner
The first-year coach instills belief in a team that struggled to find many positives the previous two seasons.
Lakeland School System initiates design of new $2.4M district office
After consideration of a number of sites and growing cramped quarters at City Hall, the Lakeland School System has started the process of searching for a new district office.
Former Arkansas DB commits to Memphis
The University of Memphis football program earned its second commitment of the day Tuesday, Jan. 10.
Tennessee recently spent $109M on water infrastructure but MLGW didn’t want funding
Once again, state dollars didn’t flow to Shelby County. But this time it wasn’t an example of the state disinvesting in Memphis. MLGW says it can complete all the needed infrastructure upgrades with the funding it already has.
Collierville approves rezoning for Orgill showroom
Collierville’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen granted a rezoning request allowing for Orgill to expand in the suburb.
NFL Week 18: Notable performances from former Tigers
Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott successfully kicked five field goals, including a 54-yard and 52-yard attempt. He scored 16 points in the 22-16 win over the Dallas Cowboys.
Metro
‘Clerical error’ delays payroll for some Memphis employees
The City of Memphis confirmed Thursday, Feb. 13, that payday is coming a tad later than normal for some of its 8,000-plus employees after a clerical error.
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Public Safety Six officers charged after arrest of Shelby Farms murder suspect
Business
IP announces four more closures, cutting 675 jobs
Since October, IP has announced closures, largely in the Southeast, that have or will eliminate 2,500 jobs.
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Sports
Jaylen Wells’ Rising Stars shoes capture appreciation, disappointment
Memphis Grizzlies rookie Jaylen Wells will represent his alma mater, Sonoma State University, on his shoes during Friday’s Rising Stars mini-tournament during All-Star Weekend.
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Food
Andrew Michael confirm new Germantown restaurant
The new restaurant will be able to seat up to 200 guests, and chefs Michael Hudman and Andy Ticer said it will differ from their former New Orleans restaurant of the same name.
Suburbs
Collierville issues stop-work order on hotel’s construction for lack of fire access
A new hotel at Carriage Crossing was making significant progress until months ago. Since then, little has been done to the site. Now the town has forced work to cease.
Arts & Culture
Bartlett relay teams’ redemption story coming to the big screen
“The Press,” a documentary tracking the ups and downs in 2024 for the Panthers’ girls track team as they race to a win, debuts Tuesday.
Opinion
Opinion: Local schools must meet demand of economic opportunity
“It’s the responsibility of administrators, teachers, parents and elected officials like myself to ensure children in Shelby County are receiving the high-quality education they deserve.”
Podcasts
Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 8
Standouts from Arlington, ECS, Houston, Memphis Business Academy and Trezevant are up for consideration this week.