Justin J. Pearson appointed to House seat in 7-0 vote
The commission voted to return Pearson to the District 86 state House seat at a special meeting Wednesday, April 12.Related story:
Adviser says more locations, temporary workers can end County Clerk’s problems
The new special adviser to Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert says she has some “concrete ideas” about how to end lines outside the office locations.
Blame it on the Grizz: Lizzo concert date moves up two days due to NBA playoffs
Because of the NBA playoff scheduling, R&B star Lizzo’s date with Memphis will get a new one. Related story:
Calkins: The Grizzlies have an unprecedented opportunity before them. They just have to beat LeBron.
Dillon Brooks said he “wouldn’t mind” playing LeBron James in a seven-game series. Well, duh. The Grizzlies have a chance to bounce James from the playoffs and redefine themselves in the process. Who wouldn’t mind doing that?Related story:
Paul Young still has the most money in 2023 Memphis mayor’s race
Mayoral contender Paul Young has the largest campaign war chest across the last six months of campaigning. He also raised the most money in campaign finance reports covering the first three months of 2023.
Geoffrey Cantin-Arku is on track to be the next big-time LB for the Tigers
The Tigers have had back-to-back All-AAC linebackers in the past two years, and Geoffrey Cantin-Arku is prepared to assume the role as one of the anchors of the defense.
Collierville butcher shop gets the chop
Collierville’s locally owned butcher shop on Poplar Avenue announced it will close at the end of the month.
How much did Sylvamo’s top executives earn in 2022?
Sylvamo’s recently disclosed the compensation earned by certain executives in 2022, including its CEO Jean-Michel Ribiéras, who earned almost $7 million through a combination of salary, stock and other incentives.
Southaven mayor sees 400% sewer-rate increase without federal, state funding
Southaven Mayor Darren Musselwhite testifies that the cost associated with a North Mississippi area taking over wastewater treatment could mean a significant increase for residents.
Martin: Can the quality of Memphis transfers match the quantity?
After losing 80% of his scoring from this past season, Penny Hardaway has been a busy man in the transfer portal. The Tigers have added four new players from there, and more are on the way.
MSCS budget will include teacher pay bumps, investments in safety
MSCS interim superintendent Toni Williams and district CFO Tito Langston presented the proposed $1.9 billion budget to the Shelby County Commission Wednesday, April 12. MSCS talks safety, security measures in light of recent school shootingRelated story:
Table Talk: Crawfish festivals and a cookie mystery
It’s crawfish festival season in Memphis. Plus, if you remember a cookie called a Justine, we need your help.
Now that Ya Ya is leaving, what’s next for the Memphis Zoo?
The Memphis Zoo may put Asiatic bears in the day rooms that once housed the famous pandas that captivated crowds for 20 years.
Tigers Football Insider: New assistant coach salaries
New assistant coaches Larry Smith, Jeff Myers and Chris White will make a combined $640,000 this season.
Hernando Planning Commission approves zoning variance for medical cannabis dispensary
The Hernando Planning Commission has endorsed a variance to its regulations regarding a medical cannabis dispensary, allowing it in a strip center where a hemp supply store has operated.
The ‘timeless’ Nike Foamposites have helped Hardaway sustain his success
The four-time NBA All-Star turned the sneaker from simple athletic wear into a pop-culture fashion statement. Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis can’t afford to wait on UConn’s Adama SanogoRelated story:
FedEx at 50: Memphis International’s airfield never closes — that’s by design
In February, when rain and freezing temperatures layered trees and buildings in ice, more than 70 daytime airfield employees spent three nights at the airport — working and sleeping in shifts to keep the runways open.
City council approves ‘Driver Equality Act,’ concluding police reform votes
The council vote was chaotic as activists pushing for the passage of the measure complained about the council banning those who spoke at previous council sessions for using profanity.
Metro
The Early Word: Secret NBA bar and new rooftop bar opening Downtown
Regional One needs donations, the Tigers wrap their preseason with a loss and Bartlett’s superintendent is saying goodbye.
Elections Brent Taylor acknowledges sending nude photos
Premium Elections Sanford: Taylor’s sexting scandal renders him unfit for Congress. But the voters will ultimately decide.
Premium Health Care Why Regional One needs funding help to build new hospital: ‘There are real people behind these numbers’
Premium Education Bartlett superintendent to retire
Business
FedEx Corp. beats analysts’ third quarter expectations
The earnings call gave investors and analysts one of their first formal looks at the company since it spun off FedEx Freight on June 1.
Premium Health Care Federal changes threaten revenue for Memphis hospitals, execs say
Premium Health Care Why Regional One needs funding help to build new hospital: ‘There are real people behind these numbers’
Premium Financial Services International Paper beat Wall Street expectations, but revenue remains flat
Premium Real Estate Germantown approves 41 homes in Winchester development
Sports
Memphis wraps up preseason with 93-81 loss at No. 12 Arkansas
The Tigers didn’t protect the ball as well as they did in their 17-point win against Mississippi State, and they didn’t shoot the 3 as well.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies It was once a ‘secret’ hangout for NBA stars. Soon, Lou’s Lounge will open to the public.
High School Sports Houston, Collierville advance to Class AAA girls soccer state final
Memphis Grizzlies Ja Morant says he holds no grudge as he prepares to play Grizzlies
Memphis Tigers Football Is Tigers coach Charles Huff getting a job elsewhere?
Food
Table Talk: Mekong brings more Asian flavors to Memphis
The inaugural Mekong festival celebrated the Vietnamese, Lao, Cambodian and Thai families who first came to Memphis, specifically the area around Cleveland Street, 50 years ago as refugees from the Vietnam War.
Premium Germantown Food Files: Sunrise Memphis to open third location
Suburbs
Mississippi state auditor investigating Walls amid data center concerns
The questions from the auditor’s office come as Walls officials consider a rezoning request for more than 1,000 acres of farmland for industrial use along U.S. 61.
Premium Education Bartlett superintendent to retire
Arts & Culture
Bartlett’s performing arts center keeps losing money. The city wants your ideas.
Survey findings will go to the Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen in January as the venue’s losses are projected to top $700,000 this fiscal year.
Visual Arts Using a concrete canvas, fifth grade class says, ‘I belong here’
Opinion
Opinion: Innovation isn’t yet a feature of the system in Memphis
“We have a profound, time-sensitive need for a bold group of public servants who can imagine and operationalize experiments — making creative, rigorous, coordinated policy innovation a permanent modus operandi in Memphis.”
Premium Elections Sanford: Taylor’s sexting scandal renders him unfit for Congress. But the voters will ultimately decide.
Podcasts
Calkins Podcast: Hot start by Grizzlies, a sex therapist on breast cancer and SpaceXAI has jobs for you
The Grizzlies and Tigers both had surprising, big weeks. Geoff Calkins talks about it with John Martin. Calkins then talks with local sex therapist Jennifer Valli about her own breast cancer diagnosis. And author Charles Fishman shares his thoughts about SpaceXAI.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Italian wine and cheese with Bari’s Rebecca Severs
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Bryant’s Breakfast
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Summer Avenue Sampler at Bryant’s Breakfast that was taken by Mark Weber.