Methodist and BlueCross reach agreement
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare announced Wednesday, June 14, that it has reached an agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee regarding its employer-based and marketplace coverage.
Down one member, the MSCS super search continues. What’s next?
The Shelby County Commission is now also tasked with appointing a member to the board for the second time since October.Related story:
FedExForum replacing Grizzlies practice court, broadcast systems
But there was no discussion of ongoing negotiations between the Grizzlies and the city for planned FedExForum renovations and a new lease.
So long CK’s: Locals say goodbye to Midtown restaurant after demolition
Many Memphians took to social media to lament the demolished eatery and share fond memories.
Health Dept. begins free distribution of overdose-treatment kits
Known as the overdose harm-reduction program, the Health Department is now providing kits with two doses of naloxone and 10 fentanyl test strips at community events.
Memphis sports community — and beyond — mourns Dion Stutts
Social media tributes poured in for the two-sport standout and Arkansas football commitment who died Tuesday.Related story:
Wheel-tax hike is back on County Commission agenda
Shelby County commissioners are still considering a hike in the wheel tax or the property tax to complete their budget season.
Shelby County Clerk’s office will stay in Poplar Plaza
Janet Hooks, the county commission’s special adviser to Clerk Wanda Halbert, also says the commission should restore $1 million in funding to Halbert’s office that it cut earlier so she can fill positions with new employees instead of moving existing employees around.
DeSoto County Schools looking for land to build new Career Tech East
DeSoto County Schools is looking for a site to build a new career technology center as “hands-on” jobs become more in demand.
On The Ballot: Memphis 2023 elections rev up
Welcome back to The Daily Memphian’s On The Ballot newsletter, bringing you the latest election coverage. This edition brings voters up to speed on who’s running, who’s campaigning and what happened with the mayoral residency debacle.
Juvenile Court wants almost $5M for ‘rapid engagement’ strategy
The new county funding would be for 40 new counselors with the goal of preventing a “cross over” of children coming to the court for child welfare issues and then moving to delinquent behavior.
Grizzlies hire Patrick St. Andrews as assistant coach
St. Andrews helped conduct the Milwaukee Bucks’ offense during their championship season in 2021.
Zaxby’s nails down Bartlett location; Union Depot contracts approved
After pushback from the community on its originally proposed spot in Bartlett, Zaxby’s gets the green light for a site on Stage Road.
Olive Branch footprint to grow with two potential annexations
The largest of the two annexation requests was initiated last year for 450 acres and pits one large family group against another.
Tigers Football Insider: Can Memphis continue winning at home?
Memphis has a combined 13-12 record in 2022 and 2021 with 10 of those wins coming at home.
LeMoyne-Owen still faces enrollment troubles after president departs
The budget for the year starting July 1 has not been approved. Now, the board of trustees must also plan how it will replace the school’s president.
Inked: A new road for a $100M cultural center in Eads; developer plans to fill vacant lot
A new housing development project planning to fill a long-vacant lot in the Peabody-Vance neighborhood received a tax incentive from the Downtown Memphis Commission.
Move ends Thompson’s 20 years of service to the Town of Arlington
In addition to 12 years as alderman, Brian Thompson’s two decades of service to Arlington includes the Design Review Committee, the Planning Commission, the Chamber Board, and the Town’s Industrial Development Board and Finance Committee.
Metro
Memphis killer must serve life sentences one after the other, state supreme court rules
Pervis Payne, 58, was convicted in 1988 of stabbing to death Charisse Christopher, 28, and her 2-year-old daughter, Lacie.
Premium Shelby County After Mayor Harris vetoes grant, Ford moves to override
Premium Metro MPD investigating trespasser at Mayor Young’s home
Public Safety Federal sentencing hearings in Nichols’ death canceled
Business
Sign of the future: PURE, xAI teamup shows teens ‘what welding can do’
A decrepit cemetery sign sparked a partnership between a Memphis school and Elon Musk-founded xAI.
Premium Shelby County Political Roundup: XAI divide grows, Young in D.C. and the race for governor
Business Memphis Chamber’s new council, execs will foster global biz, city workforce
Premium Real Estate Inked: Former Germantown coffee spot becomes salon
Sports
Arkansas pitcher throws no-hitter in college World Series
Razorback Gage Wood struck out a record 19 batters in the third no-hitter in College World Series history.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Potential Grizzlies targets with first-round draft pick, if they don’t trade it
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Podcast: Breaking down the Desmond Bane deal
Memphis Tigers Basketball New U of M athletics exec’s focus: well-being
Food
‘Abbott Elementary’ star slated for new Memphis block party event
A group of DJs, including actor, comedian and rapper Zack Fox, is putting the soul in summer solstice at Grind City Brewing.
Suburbs
Bartlett chamber under fire from city’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Alderman David Reaves, a Bartlett business owner, wants some assurances from the suburban Chamber of Commerce before steering the city’s annual donation to the group.
Arts & Culture
‘Abbott Elementary’ star slated for new Memphis block party event
A group of DJs, including actor, comedian and rapper Zack Fox, is putting the soul in summer solstice at Grind City Brewing.
Opinion
Herrington: Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane trade invites opportunity and risk
A look at what the Grizzlies got, why they did the trade, where it leaves the team going into the summer and what could be next.Related story:
Podcasts
Grizzlies Podcast: Breaking down the Desmond Bane deal
With Bane headed to Orlando, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the haul of players and draft picks the Grizzlies got in return.
Games
Jigsaw: For fans of line dancing
This week’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo from a line dancing pop-up at 901 Fit Life.