Strike a pose: Photoshoot captures the new Tom Lee Park
Dozens of Memphians got a sneak peek of the revamped Tom Lee Park with a test run of its new amenities during a photoshoot hosted by Memphis River Parks Partnership Saturday, July 1.
Summer nights, hotter than they used to be, offer little relief in outages
Even after the sun sets, there won’t be much of a break from the heat, especially for the remaining Memphis Light, Gas and Water customers whose power is still out.Related story:
Grizzlies execute sign-and-trade to send Dillon Brooks to Houston Rockets
The Grizzlies will generate a trade exception by doing the sign-and-trade that sends Brooks to Houston.
Desmond Bane signs largest deal in Grizzlies history
Bane signs a five-year max extension with Grizzlies, the largest contract in franchise history, surpassing Ja Morant’s five-year, $197 million extension signed last offseason.
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You Already Owe the Taxes. Now You Have a Choice.
For the first time, taxpayers can redirect up to $1,700 ($3400 married couples filing jointly) of federal taxes to fund scholarships at the school of their choice.
Herrington: Derrick Rose’s improbably long career returns him, improbably, to Memphis
The Memphis Grizzlies made what may be the most curious and questionable signing from the opening night of NBA free agency.Related story:
‘It’s frustrating; we get it:’ MLGW crews will work through weekend
A press release issued by MLGW Saturday, July 1, said the organization has found several underground faults that must be repaired before power can be fully restored.
Midtown boutique owners seek to stop developers’ assisted-living plan
“There’s more light here and love and healing here that other spaces don’t have,” said the owner of Lucyja Hygge, a shop full of incense and teas, as developers plan to demolish it.
July 1, beginning of state’s fiscal year, brings avalanche of new laws
A huge number of new state laws take effect July 1, with the start of the 2024 fiscal year. But lawsuits and inaction by lawmakers make the absence of some laws as notable as the presence of others. Mississippi’s new laws cover Medicaid for moms, voting, pecan theft, online porn and more Judges block state law banning teacher group from automatically deducting member duesRelated stories:
Wheel-tax compromise points to broader shift on County Commission
The $25 wheel-tax hike compromise approved by the Shelby County Commission broke a polite form of dysfunction on the body that could give way to a working majority crossing party lines on other issues.
For new dessert shop, the ‘proof is in the pudding’
Elise Dessert Co. is celebrating its grand opening in the University District. The shop features banana pudding made with owner Bria Walls’ family recipe.
USFL president addresses future of the league
Daryl Johnston wants to put all eight of the USFL’s current teams in their home markets before thinking about expansion.
Trustees approve tuition hike, capital funding for UTHSC
In-state undergraduate students at UTHSC, the largest educator of health care professionals in the state, can expect a 1.5% hike in tuition and mandatory fees and a 2% to 5% increase in housing, dining and parking fees.
Micro-grocery opening in Raleigh
Exodus Marketplace will be open Monday-Saturday, offering wholesale prices on produce, bread, eggs, honey and jams, meats and other food items from Mid-South vendors.
New program, same staff for Tigers women’s basketball coach
The three assistant coaches and three players Alex Simmons brought from Gardner-Webb have helped make the transition to Memphis much easier.
Fireworks, parades and community events will be held across the Memphis area in celebration of Independence Day 2023.
Rhodes students working with noted hip-hop scholar
The program gives Rhodes students a chance to work with community leaders and researchers to create projects about the Mid-South.
Youth draw out neighborhood beauty on Binghampton sidewalks
Children and teens cleaned up Memphis streets including Tillman Street, Carpenter Street and Mimosa Avenue. Then, they were handed chalk.
Memphis school receives $10M for energy improvements
“No children in America should be sitting in a classroom, sweltering in the summer and cold in the winter,” said Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm. “Every child should have a safe and comfortable learning environment so they can soar.”
Letter to the Editor: Regional One is only an asset if it can support itself
“Honestly, I still do not understand why the Shelby County government is in the health care business and why it owns the Regional One Health Elvis Presley Trauma Center and the smaller Regional One small practices.”
Where to take visiting friends to eat in Memphis
Take a listen and then sound off in the comments — which do you think are the best restaurants in town to take visitors?
Geoff Calkins talks about Jennifer Biggs, James Taylor and shifting from sports
Geoff Calkins digs into his move away from sports, the changes to his radio show on 92.9, his friendship with Jennifer Biggs, and the upcoming fifth anniversary of The Daily Memphian on this week’s episode of The Sidebar.
Mulroy says judicial commissioners should set unaffordable bail, in certain cases
“Some of those people who’ve reoffended ... there’s a small percentage of those that, I guess, maybe, we need to give up on and just talk about long-term incarceration,” Mulroy said. “But I think for a lot of them, there is a chance for rehabilitation.”
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Mississippi River Expeditions brings wilderness adventures, energy to Mud Island
A canoe excursion company is the third new business at the Mud Island River Park in the last two years, giving Memphians a new view of the city from the water.
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Herrington: The best argument for moving the Grizzlies to Eastern Conference? Maybe not the one you think.
“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
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After more than four decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again
“A teacher advocate all the way — teacher and student,” John Aitken, the first superintendent of Collierville Schools, said.
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The old Temple Israel building has been demolished. But not the congregation’s rich history.
Temple Israel’s former home at Poplar and Montgomery, which opened in 1916, is being torn down. Here’s a look at the building’s history and the plans to preserve part of the facade.
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Daily Jigsaw: Mekong Memphis Festival
Today’s puzzle features a scene at the Mekong Memphis Festival. Sophia Surrett took the photo.