School board member resigns
“This is the highest level of ignorance I have ever been a part of and for my own health I can’t be a part of it anymore,” MSCS vice chair Sheleah Harris said. Related story:
MUS two-sport standout Dion Stutts dies
The two-sport rising senior was committed to play college football at Arkansas.Related:
Memphis City Council rejects plan to create Cordova-centric district
The plan voted down would have created a Cordova-centric council district. The defeat leaves in place a set of minimal changes ahead of the October Memphis ballot where nine of the 13 council members are seeking re-election.
‘I know I can play’: Former Tiger Franklin looks to prove himself in Serbia
Damaria Franklin’s arduous basketball journey now takes him to Serbia. Tigers Basketball Insider: What are the chances the NCAA grants DeAndre Williams an extra year?Related story:
New Fino’s to open in Germantown — and it will have doughnuts
Fino’s Corner Market will open at the current location of Happy Glaze Donuts, 7781 Farmington Blvd. in Germantown.
Inside the tentative FedEx pilots contract
Overall, the preliminary agreement has a combined $3.8 billion in value, a more than 37% increase from the current contract.
‘They’re upset about 10%’: Proposed Memphis tax hike draws worry from some council members
The council took no vote on the tax hike and could vote on it June 27.
Additional charges revealed for teen accused in ‘watermelon man’ killing
Juvenile Court Magistrate Judge Mitzi Pollard read the additional charges during a Tuesday hearing and set a new hearing date.
Opinion: Buster’s co-owner asks local officials ‘to get a handle on this crime’
Buster’s Liquors & Wines co-owner Josh Hammond calls for local law enforcement to do something about Memphis’ crime after a recent burglary at his store.
Arkabutla Dam potential breach downgraded from ‘watch’ to ‘alert’
The downgrade to “alert” comes a week after a flash flood watch was lifted for the area in the wake of potential breach conditions identified last month
Orgill Customer Concept Center receives final approval
The hardware distribution company will have a new building east of its current headquarters in its “customer concept center.” The space will act as a showroom, similar to a conference center.
Changing teams: Public defenders drawn to prosecution
Experts say it’s common for attorneys to start in the public defender’s office and venture into other, potentially higher-paying jobs, like the district attorney’s office. It is also common for public defenders to make the move when a progressive district attorney, such as Steve Mulroy, is elected.
Herrington: Ja’s and Jaren’s divergent offseasons, Kobe in Memphis?
Chris Herrington sounds off on three current Grizzlies topics, including the NBA's impending Ja Morant decision.
Collierville considers large mixed-use development near its Walmart
Collierville’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a 51-acre mixed-use development near Walmart Monday. The plan includes various residential types and a small shopping center.
Collierville approves $273.7M budget, including increase in tax, utility rates
Collierville approved its budget Monday. The budget is the town’s financial plan for July 1 through June 30, 2024.
Qemist at forefront of Memphis’ burgeoning dance music scene
“When you think of dance music in the city — like, legitimate dance music, you see that we are now the beacons of what people are looking for in the dance community.”
Metro
And one more thing: Elaborate grave markers let the dead have last word
Stories of Stones event guides guests through historic Elmwood Cemetery, where many burial markers provide much more than names and dates.
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Business
Spirit Airlines shutting down immediately. How will it impact Memphis?
Financially troubled Spirit Airlines is going out of business, effective immediately. What does that mean for Memphis International Airport?
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Sports
Redbirds Recap: All 9 Memphis batters contribute to win
Memphis claims series victory with nine-run win over Indianapolis.
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Food
Food Files: Flame Ramen is back Downtown, paired with coffee and tea
It’s all openings this week with TacoNGanas, Bloom Bakery & Cafe, Playa Bowls and Brain Food Memphis.
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Suburbs
Fair on the Square returns to Collierville and ‘just screams small town’
Collierville Mayor Maureen Fraser will proclaim Saturday “Fair on the Square Day” in the suburb.
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Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: Salt-N-Pepa, Red Clay Strays and more light up the stage for Riverbeat’s return
Riverbeat came back to Tom Lee Park on Friday, May 1, for the first day of the annual music festival, with Hope Clayburn’s Soul Scrimmage, Lord Huron, Salt-N-Pepa and headliner The Red Clay Strays.
Music Photo Gallery: Soulsville Foundation Power of Music Honors
Opinion
Calkins: The best young athlete in Memphis? Noah Schepman is an inspiration on wheels.
When Noah Schepman was one, his dad built him a tiny wheelchair. Now Schepman’s tennis coach calls him “the fastest kid — on feet or wheels — that I’ve ever seen.”
2026 elections Otis Sanford Sanford: Time for Big Shelby to come to the table — and vote
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Cue the music
Are you ready to dance? Or just sway slightly back and forth rhythmically?