Local beauty brand makes mark on Whitehaven
“I decided I was gonna sell some lipstick,” Angelita Parham recalls. “I put them on Facebook and, honey, they sold out in the first day.”
Burgeoning Mississippi riverboat industry faces more drought, flooding
As demand for overnight river cruises on the Mississippi increases, the industry also faces increasing climate threats. Recent years have seen wild swings between heavy rainfall and severe drought, making the river tougher to navigate.
Tigers offensive coach Tim Cramsey forges partnerships with quarterbacks
What does the Tigers offensive coordinator want from his quarterbacks?
Peach Cobbler Factory opens second Memphis location
In Tennessee, the Peach Cobbler Factory has 17 new locations planned, which will bring the number of venues in the state to 20.
Understanding the Ja Morant civil lawsuit
Explaining exactly what the holdup is — and what the state’s involvement is — in the civil lawsuit against the Memphis Grizzlies star.
‘This is a public health issue:’ Community, leaders demand gun reform bills
As residents assembled outside the Westwood community center, local and state leaders called for government action against gun violence. “Our state legislature needs a sense of urgency to address this problem through appropriate legislation.”
Exclusive: Germantown to get pickleball club with national opportunities
A 40-court concept proposed for the Forest Hill Heights area would be the largest in the vicinity. Investors hope one day, it could host national pickleball events.
The Grindfather, Tony Allen, highlights Big3 at the FedExForum
The former Grizzlies defensive stopper appeared in his second Big3 contest of the 2023 season with 3’s Company, Saturday at FedExForum.
Designer David Quarles sets the scene for local restaurant — and beyond
The “in-the-clouds thinker” and Memphis designer has audience of millions on Facebook and Instagram with his DIY decorating videos.
College grads question future after Supreme Court nixes loan relief
Three Memphis college graduates discuss facing the possibility of no student loan forgiveness and how it could affect their future long term.
Grizzlies empty bench in summer finale
Most of the time in this game was logged by unsigned free agents trying to catch the eye of scouts, such as mustachioed point guard Frankie Ferrari, who became a Summer League cult favorite.
Greater Memphis Chamber travels to New York, shares Bluff City’s story
Chamber leadership met with media representatives in the Big Apple to discuss Memphis’ robust economic development pipeline, as well as the area’s workforce diversity.
Bearden: Three Months On: The Rolling Fork Tornado
“What is emerging in Rolling Fork is a story of both optimism and uncertainty. Can this community, which was already struggling, come back?”
Pete Pranica’s 20th season: ‘I can’t imagine Grizzlies basketball without him’
The “Voice of the Grizzlies” signs a contract to keep him as the play-by-play TV announcer for at least three more seasons. Hammer. Nail. Coffin.
Movers & Shakers
Campfire Collective, Hemline Tailored Brand Strategies, Harwood Center and Reaves Law Firm announce new additions.
Metro
The Early Word: No Music Fest, no Peer Power contract, no In-N-Out (for now)
State lawmakers try to deny education access, the County Commission may order an MSCS audit and business owners deal with egg-flation.
State Government TN lawmakers file bill challenging immigrants’ access to public education
Business
Inked: First Congo selling two buildings, Germantown getting new retail center
Watertower Place at Forest Hill to open in Germantown, First Congregational Church to sell two buildings and Oteka Technologies relocates.
Premium City of Memphis Proposed xAI greywater plant faces City Council skepticism
Sports
Herrington: After trade deadline, Grizzlies playoff team is ‘on the floor’
Was the draft-pick cost of the deal and the short-term risk of sapping the team’s depth and experience worth whatever flexibility is gained next summer? Grizzlies trade Marcus Smart, Jake LaRavia in three-team deal Grizzlies trade deadline day: Will Marcus Smart be on the move?Related content:
High School Sports Standouts from Oakhaven, Collierville voted player of the week
Food
Belly Acres expanding into Collierville
Belly Acres plans to open its second Shelby County location in the 4,125-square-foot space formerly occupied by Staks! Kitchen, Robert Sloan, partner with The Shopping Center Group, confirmed Thursday, Feb. 6. Staks closed in April.
Suburbs
Belly Acres expanding into Collierville
Belly Acres plans to open its second Shelby County location in the 4,125-square-foot space formerly occupied by Staks! Kitchen, Robert Sloan, partner with The Shopping Center Group, confirmed Thursday, Feb. 6. Staks closed in April.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Heart works and other art works, plus a Mardi Gras Ball
This week, Broad Avenue cures your sweet tooth, Blue Suede Vintage reopens in a new spot and Lunar New Year celebrations continue at the Agricenter.
Opinion
Herrington: After trade deadline, Grizzlies playoff team is ‘on the floor’
Was the draft-pick cost of the deal and the short-term risk of sapping the team’s depth and experience worth whatever flexibility is gained next summer? Grizzlies trade Marcus Smart, Jake LaRavia in three-team deal Grizzlies trade deadline day: Will Marcus Smart be on the move?Related content:
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Halfway through AAC slate, how does Memphis look?
Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin review the Tigers’ performances through the opening half of their American Athletic Conference schedule, look ahead at the team’s remaining regular-season games and try to pinpoint a ceiling and floor for the group’s NCAA Tournament seed.