Germantown says all water customers may resume usage
All of Germantown was cleared to flush their pipes and resume normal water usage Thursday afternoon. Germantown residents frustrated over water crisis communicationRelated stories:
Slow grand jury proceedings ‘a travesty,’ says top public defender
Leaders discuss ongoing juvenile court problems and grand jury delays during Thursday’s County Commission public safety meeting.
Local and national leaders voice support for DOJ investigation into MPD
Attorney Ben Crump said Tyre Nichols’ family is grateful the DOJ “heard their cries for accountability.”Related story:
Frank Colvett drops out of mayor’s race, says field is too crowded
Colvett pulled out of what is now an 18-candidate race at Thursday’s deadline for candidates to withdraw from the October Memphis ballot.
Brian Kelsey’s sentencing delayed — again
Kelsey is now scheduled to be sentenced Aug. 11 at 1 p.m. in federal court in Nashville. Brian Kelsey’s sentencing was delayed again. Here’s a timeline of his legal odyssey.Related story:
Collierville provides Chick-fil-A update
If the new site is approved, the existing Chick-fil-A site would be demolished.
Mixed-use project at Cycle Shop property gets $35M investment
The restoration of the Cycle Shop itself is nearly complete, with the expected groundbreaking for the multi-family element of the project set for early 2024.
Here’s what Penny Hardaway said about his three-game NCAA suspension
Hardaway spoke publicly for the first time since being given a three-game suspension by the NCAA in late June for recruiting violations committed in the 2021-22 academic year. Wichita State transfer Jaykwon Walton commits to Memphis Penny Hardaway’s patience during the offseason is now being rewardedRelated stories:
Overton Park Shell unveils mobile version of venue
The Overton Park Shell has a new tool to bring concerts all over the city.
Zoo parking lot reconfiguration begins
The parking lot is the first part of a broader plan to end overflow zoo parking on the Overton Park Greensward sometime next year and turn more than 17 acres of zoo land to the Overton Park Conservancy.
$10 Deal: A behemoth of a fish taco at Elwood’s Shack
While Elwood’s Shack might be small, its menu is mighty. And it’s a gold mine of $10 deals.
The To-Do List: Al Kapone, pop-up fashion and movie nights galore
This week, there are parties at the Southwest Twin and in a new Downtown neighborhood. Plus, professionals link up on e-bikes, and an author explores why farmers love their land.
Sanford: Revising the brutal history of slavery is not a winning campaign message
“Young people must be told the truth about our history — not shielded from it because it makes adults uncomfortable.”
Primas Bakery + Boutique finds bigger home off Poplar corridor
The new location at 734 Mt. Moriah Road is across from Gus’s Fried Chicken and along the same stretch as The Urban Gardener, Gibson’s Donuts and Garibaldi’s Pizza.
Salt | Soy location on Broad closed
In what he called “a natural move,” owner Nick Scott is merging Salt | Soy with Alchemy, his restaurant in Cooper-Young.
Residents roll on Riverside for Sunset Skate
Memphis River Parks Partnership organizes the event; the next one takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, July 27.
Back-to-school giveaways begin Saturday
As the first day of school and tax-free weekend approach, organizations, including the Memphis Police Department and Memphis Public Libraries, are helping students prepare with free school supplies.
Health Department gears up to vaccinate students before school starts
With the start of a new school year less than two weeks away, Shelby County Health Department and partners will host a number of free clinics to get local families up to speed on required childhood immunizations.
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
Grizzlies trade deadline day: Will Marcus Smart be on the move?
The NBA trade deadline is 2 p.m. Thursday. Chris Herrington has updates from what transpired Wednesday and speculates on some possible deals that may happen before the deadline.Related story:
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball PJ Haggerty’s performance against former team just ‘another game’ for Tigers’ star
Food
$10 Deal: Takashi is a Japanese bistro with pan-Asian range
An entire Thai menu — with an impressive version of drunken noodles — adds to Takashi’s offerings of well-executed sushi and soba bowls.
Suburbs
Suburbs look for silver linings after school-voucher legislation passes
Caught on the back foot by the Tennessee Legislature, the suburban school systems are thinking about how to move forward with the reality of school vouchers.
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
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
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.