Germantown says latest estimates show 300 gallons of diesel spilled into city water system
More diesel than originally estimated spilled into the Germantown water system, although leaders tried to assure residents the water is safe now.
Public defender’s office recuses itself from Cleotha Henderson, Ezekiel Kelly cases
The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office has filed a notice of intent to seek the death penalty on both individuals.
Justin J. Pearson easily keeps state House District 86 seat
Pearson easily beat independent candidate Jeff Johnston in the second special general election this year for the seat covering the western edge of Shelby County.
Downtown Mobility Center opens as ‘necessary’ infrastructure
The Downtown Mobility Center is the centerpiece of several parking garage projects, including the renovation of older city-owned lots in the immediate area.
Alleged Margolin gunman has troubled past
Friends and family confirmed that the alleged gunman witnessed a traumatic event while in middle school, when his father was fatally shot by police officers.Related story:
Tom Lee Park damages from Memphis In May top $1.4M
A report verified by a third-party arbiter and reviewed by the city administration shows 252 separate items of damage totaling $1.4 million, most of it incurred during the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
Hardaway brothers savor ‘special opportunity’ with Tigers
Despite being half-brothers, this is the first year Jayden and Ashton Hardaway are living in the same city. They’re also teammates for the first time ever and looking to take advantage of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. After helping beat Memphis, David Jones ‘can’t wait’ to officially be a TigerRelated story:
Herrington: Ja Morant’s new ink? Like so much else, a temptation to interpret
Morant’s every public appearance (in literal, not marketing terms) is subject to attention and interpretation.
Bane surprises kids at annual backpack drive
Desmond Bane donated backpacks and tickets for children of the Boys and Girls Club on Thursday. He also gave an update on his injury recovery and his communications with Ja Morant. Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant’s new ink includes a recognizable logoRelated story:
$10 Deal: LuLu’s breakfast sandwiches
What’s successful about LuLu’s breakfast menu is that it reflects a well-read understanding of classic American breakfast nostalgia. With that food memory at the forefront, LuLu’s takes the concept and makes it not only healthier, but higher quality.
Mellon Foundation awards Collage Dance $2 million
Memphis-based Collage Dance is one of the largest Black-led performing arts organizations in the South.
Into the Metaverse? Construction to begin on Millington solar farm
Most of the energy generated at a planned $140 million solar farm in Millington will go to power a Meta Platforms Inc. data center more than 200 miles away.
Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant’s new ink includes a recognizable logo
Ja Morant has a lot of new ink and it includes some imagery every local fan can recognize.
After a landmark 2022 season, Fairley aims even higher
With a more competitive schedule, a Mr. Football finalist back on board and plenty of other talent, Bulldogs look to be “battle-tested” come November.
Lucyja Hygge will move near Overton Square in early October
To capitalize on foot traffic in Overton Square, Lucyja Hygge will be open until 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
MSCS board revises superintendent application
Memphis-Shelby County Schools released an updated superintendent application Thursday, Aug. 3, as the board spends an additional $19,000 to continue the search.
The To-Do List: A feast, a picnic and Gangsta Boo’s ‘heavenly’ birthday
This week, Friends of George’s presents “The Drag Boat,” Collierville celebrates trains and the Streetdog Foundation celebrates 14 years with a cowboy-themed dog party.
After helping beat Memphis, David Jones ‘can’t wait’ to officially be a Tiger
Santo Domingo native David Jones, who played for the Dominican Republic National Team in its exhibition game win over Memphis on Wednesday, expects to join Memphis later this month.
What did Tigers learn in first exhibition game? Here are three takeaways.
This is almost an entirely new-look Memphis squad that had four of its players physically join the group in the last eight days alone. It was a Tigers game unlike any other.
Guest Column: Thoughts on ‘The Bear’ from a Memphis chef and owner
“Watching ‘The Bear’ has been the most simultaneously cathartic and traumatic television experience of my life.”
Metro
The Early Word: State dismantled DEI; city wants sanctions in Nichols case
Ford’s trial date is coming soon, but TJ Shorts may not be coming to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Premium Public Safety Criminal case against Youth Villages staffers dropped, DA’s office says
Premium Education MSCS sues PowerSchool over data breach
Premium City of Memphis Architect tapped for $550 million FedExForum renovations
Business
Former Bed Bath & Beyond: Think beer, wine, liquor — not Trader Joe’s
But Ethan Edwards, the owner of what is going in there, The Station, hopes you won’t hold it against his business.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Visual Arts Iconic blue dog paintings replaced at Union Centre
Health Care UTHSC addresses loss of federal funding
Sports
NBA Draft lottery results not what Memphis Grizzlies wanted to see
The Grizzlies are going to be seeing a lot of Cooper Flagg in their future.
High School Sports Daily Memphian Track and Field Honor Roll
High School Sports Vote for the spring sports athlete of the week, Week 10
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball New Tigers guard Zachary Davis feels ‘reenergized’ with move to Memphis
Food
This Juneteenth celebration will spotlight Black chefs
After “The Mushroom Queen” Daishu McGriff closed her restaurant, she said she wanted to create a way to honor Black chefs. The answer was Umami Amora, a seven-course plant-based Juneteenth dinner scheduled for June 14.
Suburbs
Collierville rezones ‘Mount Trashmore’
The former Shelton Road landfill is a popular sledding destination when it snows, but its future is uncertain.
Arts & Culture
Central High School jazz band returns triumphant from New York
After a stellar performance run in New York, The Central High School jazz band came home with a first-place win.
Opinion
Calkins: Incredibly, the Central High jazz band did it. They won the whole thing.
The Central High jazz band did it. They defeated bands from across the country — and around the world — to win the Essentially Ellington contest in New York. And, yes, there were many tears.
Podcasts
Mulroy said Brent Taylor’s latest move is ‘face-saving bit of window dressing’
“There never was a case for removal or even investigation in the first place, and you don’t have to take my word for that,” Shelby County DA Steve Mulroy said on WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Word Flower: May 13
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.