MLGW rate hike passes final hurdle at City Council
“I believe, and my team believes, this is the necessary remedy for decades of disinvestment and failed decisions under previous presidents and previous councils,” said MLGW CEO Doug McGowen.
Calkins: Worry about the Liberty Bowl? Nah. But about that new deal for the Grizzlies ...
Save your fretting for the Grizzlies. That’s where there is work to be done.
Tuohy/Oher texts and emails reveal conflict, affection
The ongoing public saga between the Tuohy family and former NFL player Michael Oher seems to have begun at least two years ago.
Witnessing a car break-in? Keep your distance
An emerging local trend is the number of people being shot while trying to interrupt or stop car thieves.
Transfer of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium delayed until Dec. 19
The council aired its concerns about what the city was receiving for transferring ownership, the future of the Southern Heritage Classic football game, how the City Council learned about the deal and more.
Richard Smith: U of M ownership key ‘condition’ of $50M gift
Richard Smith said Tuesday that the family could pull its pledged $50 million gift if the Memphis City Council doesn’t transfer ownership of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium to the University of Memphis. Council member’s push for U of M foundation board seats could stall Liberty stadium dealRelated story:
A Dunkin’, a Chipotle and another car wash approved by Bartlett MPC
The commission also passed recommendations for ordinance changes that would limit and control the locations of smoke or tobacco shops, hookah or smoker’s lounges, and discount stores around the city.
What to look for in Memphis’ road game against VCU
Wednesday’s matchup with VCU is one that’s crucial for a Tigers team whose next three games are all against teams ranked in the top 30 of KenPom (Texas A&M, Clemson and Virginia). Rick Stansbury on Memphis basketball attendance: ‘I’ve been disappointed’ Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis’ NCAA NET rankings, what it meansRelated stories:
Irritant-in-training: Vince Williams Jr. compares own game to Patrick Beverley
When on the floor, Vince Williams Jr. simply does stuff. As simplistic and vague as that description sounds, it’s true.
AutoZone reports first-quarter sales growth
The Memphis-based automotive parts retailer reported a better-than-expected increase in net income for the quarter.
Trial date set for second man accused in Phil Trenary case
Quandarius Richardson is scheduled to go to trial next year, and the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office indicated Tuesday that his former co-defendant’s deal could have been a precursor to a tougher prosecution push for Richardson.
Collierville narrows school superintendent search to three finalists
Russell Dyer, Jeff Jones and Jerry “Brett” Lemley are vying to be the next leader of the suburb’s district.
CBU expected to notify faculty of deep cuts this week
Roughly 30 faculty positions are expected to be cut. The largest number are likely in the Rosa Deal School of Arts.
Previously unnamed MPD officer fired for actions night of Tyre Nichols’ traffic stop
An additional police officer, previously unidentified, was fired for his part in a traffic stop that occurred Jan. 7, the same night Tyre Nichols was stopped by MPD.
Transfer hearing ‘on hold’ for teen accused in death of local watermelon vendor
Prosecutors with the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office said during a hearing Monday, Dec. 4, that law enforcement is still looking for the person who killed John Materna.
Bail revoked for FedExForum shooting suspect
Tuesday’s hearing also revealed there may have been a second gun inside the venue.
Edge Alley closing after nearly seven years
Customers who want to go to Edge Alley just one more time only have a few days to do so.
Sheffield’s Jackson and Southwind’s Perkins named Mr. Football
Sheffield High’s Radarious Jackson and Southwind High’s Kelvin Perkins are named Mr. Football winners.
NFL Week 13: Notable performances from former Tigers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker JJ Russell had a career day in his first NFL start against the Carolina Panthers.
Herrington: Grizzlies’ roster churn has unlikely answers. The challenge is keeping them.
What do the Grizzlies do with their roster regarding Bismack Biyombo, Jaylen Nowell and Vince Williams Jr.? Grizzlies Insider: Memphis has roster moves ahead, some more challenging than othersRelated story:
DeAngelo Williams first Tiger player voted into College Football Hall of Fame
The Tigers’ all-time leading rusher will officially be inducted on Dec. 5 during the Annual Awards Dinner in Las Vegas.Related story:
U of M gets Shelby County disaster recovery contract
The U of M’s Center for Disaster Recovery and Resiliency will be tasked with securing funding for infrastructure improvements to help the area better weather future disasters.
Hundreds of tourism professionals land in Memphis
“Some of these folks are here for the very first time, so it’s an opportunity for us to really showcase what Memphis has to offer our international visitors,” said Kevin Kane, president of Memphis Tourism.
All-Region 8-5A football team announced
Standouts from Brighton, Central, Kingsbury, Munford, Overton and Southwind recognized by the league’s coaches.Related Story:
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis roster shuffle incoming
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the futures of Grizzlies players Bismack Biyombo, Jaylen Nowell and Vince Williams Jr.
City Council puts mayoral runoff referendum on August 2024 ballot
The final approval of the August 2024 referendum for city voters came Tuesday, Dec. 5, in a chaotic roll call. The council has another ballot question on the way to allow it to set its own pay.
Metro
Mulroy investigation now in state’s high court
A resolution that urges the Tennessee Supreme Court to create a panel to investigate three state district attorneys general passed the state Senate Wednesday, April 16.
Premium Education MSCS could sell Bayer Building, demolish several vacant schools
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Downtown Downtown safety funds survive state whittling of local programs
Business
Food Files: New Sichuan restaurant, two wings eateries coming
A new Sichuan restaurant should open by the year’s end in East Memphis, Wings House expanded from Southaven and A1 Wings & Things opened its first location in Cordova.
Real Estate Health care logistics facility awarded 10-year PILOT
Business CEO of Memphis-based paper company retires
Real Estate Mud Island project receives funding
Sports
Seven deadly sins that could cost Grizzlies vs. OKC Thunder
You might remember regular-season games between Memphis and the Oklahoma City Thunder. They were mostly a disaster for the Grizzlies. Here’s what Memphis must do to avoid biting that apple in the NBA playoffs.
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Food
$10 Deal: Mix and match at Great China Market
At Great China Market, $10 gets you a satisfying variety of combinations of delicious pastries and caramelized pork.
Suburbs
Millington bar gets friendly fresh start from Midtown owner
Louis Connelly, owner of Louis Connelly’s Bar for Fun Times and Friendship, officially took over Kickstart in March.“We’d love to keep growing, buying more neighborhood bars like this that have character and history,” he said.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Shell Daze, Time Warp and Mary J. Blige for real this time
This week, Peabody rooftop parties return, Africa in April is back and Saddle Creek opens another art show.
Opinion
Conaway: Everybody in the golf world knows every King-Collins course, except here, of course
“Should you like to play a King-Collins course, still rare but growing in number, there’s one right smack dab in the middle of your city.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Italian restaurant to open soon in East Memphis
Cocozza East, from the owners of Cocozza American Italian in Harbor Town, will open in East Memphis in either late May or early June 2025.
Games
5 by 5 crossword: April 18
You don’t have to buzz in to play this quick crossword.