Germantown gives water credit; overspill protection installed on generator
“The amount will not account for all the disturbances of life,” Mayor Mike Palazzolo said before the meeting’s conclusion. “There is no doubt about that.”
Miska Clay Bibbs to lead Shelby County Commission
Commissioners broke their stalemate Monday, Aug. 14, in the selection of a new chair.
Memphis Showboats running back dead at 28
Alex Collins was on a motorcycle that collided with a vehicle in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida.
Sean Tuohy responds to ‘Blind Side’ allegations: ‘We are going to keep loving Michael (Oher)’
Sean Tuohy said he was stunned Monday when he read the allegations from Michael Oher.
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Family retains attorney Ben Crump following death in MPD custody
Courtney Ross’ death is the fourth local case with which civil rights attorney Ben Crump has become involved.
Trial for main defendant in killing of Rhodes College student to begin Feb. 12, 2024
Rainess Holmes, who has been indicted for his alleged actions in a home invasion in 2021, was scheduled for a Monday, Aug. 14, court date. The trial date has been pushed back six months.
New Mississippi burn centers expected to ease strain on Memphis
Since April, the Mississippi Department of Health has granted burn center status to two hospitals. The Firefighters Burn Center at Regional One Health has been treating Mississippi burn patients since the state’s only burn center closed.
Hernando police put eyes in sky with first drones
Law enforcement agencies across the countries are relying on drones to help with their work, and Hernando is part of that growing list.
Davion Carter found his confidence through ‘hours and hours of film’
Davion Carter has come a long way from the jitters he had during his first snap as a Tiger last season. That starts with watching film, and he’s passing down the habit to the younger players.
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Arkansas-to-Memphis move rekindles Simeon Blair’s love for football
A smashing good time: Bartlett rage room lets guests go wild
A Bartlett business offers an outlet to let out frustrations with baseball bats, sledgehammers and a lot of breakable things.
DeSoto County begins budget talk for fiscal year 2024
Preliminary figures for the upcoming fiscal year’s overall general fund revenue show approximately $82.76 million, which includes requested department expenses.
Past partner’s history jeopardizes Southeast Memphis housing project
One of the projects that has long been announced by Horizon, but has yet to move forward, is a development called Kirby Pointe Apartments, which has had its own issues and legal battles.
Lucas Glover wins FESJC in playoff
For the second consecutive year, the FedEx St. Jude Championship went to a playoff on Sunday, Aug. 13, to decide the winner of the first event of the FedEx Cup playoffs.
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Local Lime in Germantown will be owners’ first Tennessee location
The Cali-Mex restaurant at the Shops of Saddle Creek will be the 13th for Arkansas-based Yellow Rocket Concepts.
Redbirds back home to face International League-leading Norfolk
Luken Baker, chasing Memphis’ single-season franchise home runs record, recalled by St. Louis during series loss at Durham.
‘There was no one else’ — retired deputy reflects on saving a life
After dedicating 42 years to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, where he once saved someone from the edge of a Downtown building, Claude Robinson retires.
Here comes the neighborhood: Residents want to revitalize Westwood
Movies could be just the start for Westwood as the City of Memphis and community leaders hope to bring new government offices and more businesses to the neighborhood.
County Commission seeks to limit Sheriff’s office
Shelby County Commissioners also try Monday, Aug. 14, to break the deadlock over the selection of a new chair after two unsuccessful tries since in July.
Bartlett alderman candidates bring variety of experience
A dozen Bartlett residents would like to serve as an alderman for the suburb, replacing Bobby Simmons who recently retired from the office.
High school girls soccer: Teams, players to keep an eye on in 2023
Houston and Briarcrest, 2022 state runners-up in their respective divisions, are just part of what should be a very competitive season on the pitch.
Metro
D.C. Scorecard: Federal government avoids shutdown
The D.C. Scorecard tracks how Memphis’ representatives in Washington voted in the passage of a continuing resolution and looks at past trips to or near a government shutdown.
City of Memphis Distemper outbreak again closes Memphis Animal Services facility
Public Safety Memphis’ group violence-intervention program still work in progress
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Business
Inked: Industrial space headed to auction, CanopyNation expands to East Memphis
A Shelby Drive industrial building will be auctioned off, an insurance agency is expanding to East Memphis and a wholesaler moved to Pleasant View Road.
Premium Business Popular fitness instructor opening ‘Grit Group Fitness’ studio
Transportation & Logistics Allegiant to pause flights from Memphis to Los Angeles
Health Care Health department recognized for top-tier emergency preparedness
Sports
Buckley: DainjaMan got winged. Then he shed his cape and resumed business.
Dain Dainja was “a little banged up” in the first half of the Tigers’ AAC quarterfinal win against Wichita, but he returned for the start of the second half to help Memphis advance to Saturday’s semifinal.
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Food
Black Restaurant Week returns with 11 new restaurants
More than 10 of the restaurants participating in this year’s Memphis Black Restaurant Week haven’t been open a full year yet.
Suburbs
Bartlett mayor touts business, community growth at State of the City
“We don’t want to become a warehouse city,” Chamber of Commerce President John Threadgill said at the event. “We want to become very selective ... We want high-paying jobs.”
Arts & Culture
Saddle Creek ‘pop-up gallery’ to feature art until space fills
Through April 6, art pieces are brightening the vacant spot in the shopping center where Brooks Brothers used to be until a new tenant arrives.
Opinion
Opinion: For the children, educate undocumented students
“Educating children helps society to flourish. Denying education is a recipe for stagnation, more crime and increased misery for all.”
Podcasts
Memphis’ group violence-intervention program still work in progress
Memphis Police Department Chief C.J. Davis talks on “Behind The Headlines” about getting group violence-intervention right by looking at Detroit’s approach, the pressure that comes with last year’s drop in crime and more.
Games
Word Search: Grit Group Fitness
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