Tuesday prep report: Bartlett girls, Collierville boys win district titles
Freshman Faye Williams leads Lady Panthers; senior T.J. McNeal helps Dragons pull away late.
Slain MPD Officer Geoffrey Redd spent life looking to serve
He taught Sunday school and is remembered by at least one officer as a kind, caring person who knew how to talk to citizens.
Music Festival plans move forward as last details on damage deposit hammered out
The City Council delayed approving a damage deposit fund on the contract between Memphis in May and the Memphis River Parks Partnernship to Feb. 21, so the city administration can verify that part of the agreement. Police reform ordinances clear second reading at City Council Related story:
Horn Lake leaders clash over details of medical marijuana dispensaries
Planning Director Chad Bahr presented the commission’s recommendations for medical marijuana dispensaries zoning at Tuesday night’s meeting. Some aldermen, however, pushed back on the commission’s recommendations.
Former SCORPION supervisor had troubled past
Memphis Police Department commanders gave Lt. Dewayne Smith a sensitive assignment — overseeing members of the controversial SCORPION unit — despite a checkered past that included giving unreliable testimony in a federal drug case. Additional Nichols’ video could be released, city attorney saysRelated story:
Nearly 2,000 cars have been reported stolen in 2023
Crime stats reviewed by Memphis City Council members on Tuesday, Feb. 21, show 15-year-olds are the largest group by age of those arrested for car thefts. Mass car break-ins in parking lots have locals talking — and postingRelated stories:
Teen accused in Rev. Eason-Williams killing out on bond
Miguel Andrade, 15, the accused shooter in Eason-Williams’ death, posted a $200,000 bond Wed, Feb. 15.
MSCS board looking at possible locations for Cordova-area high school
Board members discussed some details for a new high school, which comes as a result of Memphis-Shelby County Schools’ agreement to relinquish ownership of the Germantown namesake schools.
Officials discuss BlueOval City infrastructure growth for West Tennessee
Several mayors from West Tennessee had a discussion on Tuesday to get an idea for what is anticipated and the challenges they will face when BlueOval City moves into the region.
30% of MLGW customers in bill backlog owe more than $500
In an update Tuesday, MLGW’s VP of customer service said MLGW has resolved about half of the initial billing backlog created by faulty utility meters.
Shelby County Commission may move their regularly scheduled meeting
The commission meets at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 22, when it will vote to change its meeting schedule to allow for a meeting seven hours later.
FedEx commits more than $1 million to Turkey, Syria earthquake relief
Since the first earthquake on Monday, Feb. 6, FedEx has assisted multiple nonprofit and government organizations that are responding directly to the crisis by utilizing its global trade networks.
Beauty Shop manager killed in shooting, friend recalls what happened
Kevin “Shea” Grauer, 55, worked at Karen Carrier’s Beauty Shop in Cooper-Young for 18 years; Carrier called Grauer her “beacon of light.” Friend Duncan Aiken shares what happened the night Grauer died.
Second suspect charged in Whitehaven shootings
Ladarius Marion, 21, is charged with second-degree murder, five counts of attempted second-degree murder, and five counts of employment of a weapon during a dangerous felony. Arrest made in Whitehaven shootings City council weighs special-use permit for Whitehaven bar after Sunday shootingRelated stories:
Hard seltzer sales lead to hard debate
Years after the wine in grocery stores battle was fought, a new battle is brewing — over spirit-based seltzers.
Tigers Basketball Insider: How Memphis’ loss to Houston helped its NCAA Tournament chances
Memphis moved further to the right side of the NCAA Tournament bubble after losing to Houston on the road.
Memphis Showboats grab 10 players in USFL draft
Ole Miss offensive tackle Mason Brooks goes fourth overall to Memphis.
Tigers, AAC reveal 2023 football schedule
Memphis will open American Athletic Conference play against Navy for a second straight year.
Lush, Local Lime coming to Saddle Creek
The cosmetics retailer and Mexican eatery will be the newest shops to join the retail options at the Shops of Saddle Creek.
The Memphis Grizzlies Glossary
From alley-oops to Z-bounds, "all heart, grit, grind" to the Zombie Grizzlies, an alphabetical survey of Grizzlies on-court and fan culture in Memphis.
Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. talks vacation, All-Star outfits
“Bro, you have to level up each day, and every day I’ve killed every fit,” Jackson said. “And I don’t really be saying that out loud. This was the best I have ever dressed.”
Lakeland rejects new Dollar General, more multifamily at The Lake District
Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission says no to a Dollar General and some changes to The Lake District development.
Meet the Memphis man behind Jaren Jackson’s ‘net’ pants
The Memphis Grizzlies’ Jaren Jackson Jr. made a stir at NBA All-Star Weekend with his Memphis designed fit.
Metro
Judge Norris defends himself: ‘I do not harbor any bias toward MPD’
U.S. District Judge Mark Norris wrote that he recused himself “because of the apparent bias of others against the Court.”
Premium Shelby County Halbert hasn’t paid rent — but the County Commission might step in
Shelby County State, local leaders sue Gov. Lee about guard, although City of Memphis opts out
Public Safety Activists decry Memphis Safe Task Force, immigrant arrests
Business
Cordova apartments sold for $41.6 million
The Cordova property is the Alabama-based real estate firm’s first investment in the Memphis area, but the CEO said more are planned.
Premium Real Estate Palladio closing for good ... or is it?
Real Estate Uptown brewery to add beer garden, dog park and playground
Premium Real Estate Inked: Carhartt store opens in East Memphis
Sports
From East Atlanta rain to Memphis shine: Everett Roussaw Jr.'s homecoming
A catalyst of the Tigers' defense this season is Everett Roussaw Jr., a junior transfer from UAB who’s racked up 27 tackles for Memphis in five games played.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Ballin’ on Beale allows new Tigers to ‘experience Memphis’
Food
Table Talk: From city streets to coffee cups, Memphis brews up a buzz
The third annual Grind City Coffee Tour is about to have Memphis buzzing for all the right reasons.
Suburbs
DeSoto County school board seeks resignation of member who supported Lindsey Whiteside
DeSoto School Board members want Michele Henley to step down from her office, after she wrote a letter of support for Lindsey Whiteside, who pleaded guilty to sexual battery with a minor.
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Lifetime, AMC network feature Memphians in new shows
A new show, filmed in Memphis and Atlanta, stars Memphis rapper Slimeroni and features numerous other local connections. And, Eric Jerome Dickey’s novel comes to Lifetime.
Opinion
Hill: Memphis wants GameDay. But will GameDay want Memphis?
ESPN College GameDay may have interest in the Memphis Tigers, but much depends on what happens in other games this weekend.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Happy Grizz Week! Plus, art on the river, beer in CY
This weekend, there are lots of chances to score Memphis Grizzlies swag ahead of Wednesday’s home opener. Plus RiverArts Fest and Repair Days bring art to the riverside, and beer fest brings lots of beer to Cooper Young.