A vote on a construction contract for a rugby field was delayed Monday, Dec. 4, amid an ongoing commission debate about whether programs in one area are a start or are a limit that doesn’t benefit other areas.
One alderman is pushing the idea of making the mayor full-time. Reaction from the others was a mixed bag.
“I don’t think there’s ever a great resolution in this,” Trenary’s daughter, Brittney Rowe, told The Daily Memphian. “It’s the lesser of a bunch of very difficult choices. But here we are.”
The U of M has said that the city can’t have seats on the foundation board, setting up a potential showdown over the vote Tuesday to transfer ownership of the city-owned stadium.
Roughly 30 faculty positions are expected to be cut. The largest number are likely in the Rosa Deal School of Arts.
Dr. James Downing, president and CEO of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, is leading a $12.9 billion, six-year strategic plan — the largest investment in the hospital’s history.
A previous finalist for Collierville Schools superintendent and four internal candidates are among 19 hopefuls seeking to lead the suburban district after the resignation of Gary Lilly.
Hy-Vee, a Midwest grocery chain is expanding into the South and has an application for a new store in Bartlett.
From lighting displays to Christmas parades, let our guide help you make the most of the holiday season. Plus, a reader shares her favorite latke recipe.
“It is suspicious that MLGW prefers to generate power — TVA’s job — rather than publicly admit TVA is hobbled. Whose interests are being protected?”
“Mike Norvell and Florida State got left out? Memphis fans understand how that feels. The entire system of college sports is based on leaving universities out, no matter how deserving. Fairness has nothing to do with it.”
“It’s expensive to hire security guards to protect your business,” said the owner of a local security firm, “but it’s more expensive not to.” Security is a local ‘growth industry,’ but industry struggles to find footingRelated story:
Keep those fingers crossed. If all goes well, Memphis could be as close to full strength as they will get this season just in time for Christmas.
How did Upadhyaya shuffle teams around in his Associated Press poll voting after a week of chaos in college basketball?
“About three years ago, the railroad tore out the tracks and then they just stopped taking care of it, and that’s how we got it,” said Brendan Duffy. “I just kept emailing and calling around to different people, and they sent me a lease.”
The General Assembly approved private school vouchers by a one-vote margin in 2019, with some supporting the program because it applied only to Memphis and Nashville. Now, Lee wants anyone, regardless of income, to have access to discounted private school tuition.
As Jazmin Miller heard the stories of relatives who have lived on Jonesland’s 66 acres, an inescapable, larger narrative began knitting itself in her brain. She’ll discuss the history of the Plantation Alley land in a free lecture.
Standouts from FACS, Hillcrest, MUS, Power Center Academy and White Station are up for consideration this week.
Standouts from Lewisburg, Southwind, St. Benedict, St. George’s and Trezevant are up for consideration this week.
Baker Aika Renzo opened Wagashi Japanese Bakery in November to fill a culinary void in Memphis.
The undefeated Tigers could bring home a national championship — but the club faces challenges because it isn’t fully funded by the university.
Within the contiguous U.S., temperatures have risen by 2.5°F since 1970, compared to a global average rise of about 1.7°F over the same period.
Funding for a Whitehaven High School STEM Center is among the votes Shelby County commissioners are expected to take Monday.
“Where I come from, you call somebody a liar, you better have plenty to back that up,” said Feagins’ attorney, Memphis lawyer Alan Crone.
Analysts say FedEx Freight, worth $30 billion, should be traded against its peers, not locked up inside.
With inspiration from a book about tennis, sports psychology and more, Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama’s game has taken a huge step forward.
Kaye’s Pints & Scoops own Kameisha Wilson says ice cream is not just for the summer. Here is a ice cream pie she makes every year for the holidays.
David Stephens’ contract was extended recently, continuing his service at Bartlett City Schools for four more years. Stephens is the district’s only superintendent since its inception in 2014.
We’ve got your guide to New Year’s Eve events for adults (and even one for kids!), and we’ve included some inspiration to help you meet your 2025 health goals.
“Whether too much or not enough or just the right amount, time is the thread running through every last tidbit of our human existence. ... And time is what this season of Advent is all about.”
Memphis football writer Frank Bonner II, basketball writer Parth Upadhyaya and columnist John Martin discuss this year’s football season and the raised level of expectations for Memphis basketball as it prepares for its final two non-conference games.