Christ Church votes to join Global Methodist Church
Global Methodist Church is a group of former United Methodist Church congregations created on May 1, 2022, to give splintering churches a denomination with Methodist connectionalism.
Midtown landmark could switch from office to apartments
Built in 1965, the building includes 400 parking spaces in a four-story garage and 156,342 square feet of leasable office space in the 10 floors above.
Developers of $75M fairgrounds redevelopment project ask for PILOT
“This project will be one of the largest African American-led real-estate projects in the city’s history since the days of Robert R. Church,” the local developer wrote in the team’s PILOT application.
MSCS third graders boost scores on TCAP retake
The Tennessee Department of Education released district-level TCAP retake data Wednesday, showing improvement in ELA proficiency among Memphis-Shelby County Schools third graders.
MLGW ditches employee residency requirement
Since 2005, all MLGW employees have been required to live in Shelby County within six months of being hired. The board has voted to change that, and the utility also is looking at signing bonuses that could range from $1,500 to $15,000 for new employees.
Downtown’s Big River Market for sale
Big River’s founder pivoted from live music promotions to the market during the pandemic. Now, in a post-pandemic world, he’s singing a new song.
MPD unable to locate individual who climbed under I-40 bridge
Before 10 a.m. today, the Memphis Police Department was notified by the Tennessee Department of Transportation that an individual had gone over the edge and to the underside of the bridge. They could not find the person.
‘Tennessee Three’ expulsions violated First Amendment, report argues
Not since 1920, when the New York State Assembly ousted five representatives for being socialists during the post-World War I Red Scare, had a legislature expelled a member for their views.
Germantown moves forward with new emergency call center
Germantown plans to add a new call center north of its City Hall. The current space where dispatchers work was built in 1979.
Flash flood watch lifted for Arkabutla Dam
The threat of flooding at Arkabutla Lake because of a potential breach at the nearby dam has decreased, leading to the lifting of a flood watch.
Cities sign new agreement with DeSoto County for tax collection, assessment
DeSoto County cities have approved an amount to pay for collection of their taxes, but it is not the amount Tax Collector Joey Treadway requested.
Tigers Football Insider: Second-year transfers to keep an eye on
While Memphis has brought in several new transfers, the Tigers have multiple second-year transfers who are expected to build from last year. Related story:
MidSouth Nostalgia Festival takes a trip down memory lane
Stars from “Yellowstone,” “Gunsmoke,” “St. Elsewhere” and more will appear at the festival.
Plea deal for Young Dolph suspect expected Friday
A prosecutor said Wednesday that the state added to Jermarcus Johnson’s charges three counts of accessory after the fact, a Class E Felony that could carry a sentence of one to six years.
Security conference set for houses of worship
With increasing awareness and threats against houses of worship, Brown Missionary Baptist Church will present a seminar this weekend to help churches prepare for such activity.
Kit Kat raises the bar with second year of Memphis Music partnership
For Black Music Month, Kit Kat has revealed packaging designed by Memphis artist Mia Saine and a mini docuseries featuring young Memphis musicians.
Inked: Monster Golf comes to Cordova; Buster’s expands to East Memphis
According to Monster Golf’s website, players interact with animated monsters, which “talk, wiggle and squawk” as players make their way through the course.
Calkins: What the stunning PGA-LIV truce means for Memphis
Jack Sammons was as surprised as anyone by the merger of the PGA Tour and LIV Golf. He’s happy it could lead to the return of past champions like Brooks Koepka and Dustin Johnson. Beyond that, what does it mean for Memphis? FedEx Cup focuses on August as PGA Tour, LIV merger blindsides golf worldRelated story:
Hernando officials discuss employee pay raises, city projects
“Last year, we gave a 5% raise to employees, but the cost of living rose 8%,” Mayor Chip Johnson said. “We need to stay competitive … We don’t want them to leave for other cities.”
Metro
The Early Word: Say bye to St. George’s Memphis, Smart and LaRavia
Shelby County Jail is packed, and Greater Memphis is getting more hot pot, more seafood and more burgers.
State Government TN lawmakers file bill challenging immigrants’ access to public education
Business
Inaugural UTHSC chair departs board to standing ovation
Former small-town dentist Dr. Phil Wenk was the CEO of Delta Dental, the only dentist to be inducted into the Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame and led the UTHSC advisory board since its inception.
Food News In-N-Out in Memphis? Not so fast
Sports
Herrington: How Jaren Jackson Jr.’s All-NBA bid could impact his Grizzlies’ future
Chris Herrington breaks down all the different scenarios involving Jaren Jackson Jr.’s contract situation and what’s best for the Grizzlies.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: Memphis trade reunites former AAU rivals
Food
Sound Bites: Behind the scenes with food writer Joshua Carlucci
Josh Carlucci is on the podcast to talk about his South American travels, writing about food as a Memphis transplant and his endless quest for The Daily Memphian’s $10 Deals.
Suburbs
Mississippi immigration bounty-hunter bill dies
House Bill 1484, or the Mississippi Illegal Alien Certified Bounty Hunter Program, was introduced by State Rep. Justin Keen, R-DeSoto County, at the outset of the legislative session.
Arts & Culture
Kash Doll to Keith Sykes: Five must-see shows for February
Also this month, two venues showcase local Americana and R&B musicians in new series and Stax Music Academy’s annual Black History Month show features Ant Clemons, Evvie McKinney and Corey Lou & DaVillage.
Opinion
Calkins: A story of friendship and basketball — and why the Memphis Tigers mean so much
Ninety-four-year-old Thelma Scott gave up her season ticket this year. But give up on her Tigers? Not a chance. The university gave her a life she couldn’t have imagined. And it is still giving her friends.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Behind the scenes with food writer Joshua Carlucci
Josh Carlucci is on the podcast to talk about his South American travels, writing about food as a Memphis transplant and his endless quest for The Daily Memphian’s $10 Deals.
Games
Word Flower: Feb. 6
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.