Memphis unveils $750 million fiber plan with goal of covering low-income areas
City would chip in $7 million to help low-income residents afford fiber — plus $15 million over 40 years to own part of the fiber’s capacity.
City Council considers bringing back runoff provision in mayor’s race
The council is still considering partisan city primaries for the 2024 ballot, but did not vote on any proposal Tuesday. Here’s a rundown of other council matters.
Cat Power to headline Raised by Sound Fest at Crosstown Concourse
Most of the daylong festival is free, but tickets to Cat Powers’ concert and an after party featuring New York-based DJ Alix Brown will go on sale Friday.
No criminal charges for officers in Jaylin McKenzie case
“For our office to bring criminal charges, we must be confident that we can prove an actual violation of a criminal statute beyond a reasonable doubt,” Mulroy said. “We don’t have sufficient evidence to do that here.”
Body found in Mississippi River identified as Tamia Taylor
Sgt. Louis Brownlee, a public information officer with MPD, said no foul play is suspected.
Tennessee Planned Parenthood receives federal grant
Tennessee was removed from the Title X program earlier this year and lost $7.1 million in annual federal dollars for its noncompliance around pregnancy options counseling in the state, where abortion has been banned.
GMSD formally asks election commission to find new voting sites
GMSD’s Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution with the request Tuesday evening.
Collierville Schools names Jeff Jones as interim superintendent
Collierville named its interim superintendent Tuesday. He will serve upon Gary Lilly’s departure until the end of the academic year.
Where to view the (partial) solar eclipse (with friends)
A partial solar eclipse will be visible in Memphis next month, and local groups are helping viewers see the spectacle.
Drake’s OVO brand will be rolling out Memphis Tigers apparel
The collection will include a range of hats, hoodies, basketball shorts, varsity jackets and will “use core colors from each college and team branding, amplified by the OVO owl on each item.” Tigers Basketball Insider: Another Hardaway versus Calipari recruiting battle is heating upRelated story:
Tropical bar to open in Midtown, Halloween drinks pop up
A boozy oasis is headed to Midtown, as the owners of the Cameo cocktail bar lay down plans for a new tropical-themed sibling.
Health department offering free at-home COVID-19 tests
Although the updated COVID-19 vaccine is not yet available at Shelby County Health Department clinics, residents who think they may have been exposed to the virus can pick up free at-home rapid tests or order them online.
New waste, recycling collector for annexed Olive Branch areas starts Oct. 1
Also effective Oct. 1, the city will start charging a fee for curbside rubbish piles that are more than one truckload, or more than 600 cubic feet, for residents.
Officials hunt for ways to reduce pedestrian deaths
As of Sept. 22, the number of pedestrian deaths in Memphis is down 28% from the same point last year, but up 73% compared to 2013.
Germantown raises mayor’s car allowance
The Germantown Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted to increase the monthly car allowance for the mayor from $450 to $650.
Memphis 2023 Election Guide
Get to know the Memphis mayoral and City Council candidates in this comprehensive voter guide. Election Day is Oct. 5 and early voting begins Sept. 15.
Collierville approves mixed-use development and a new subdivision
Jaime Groce, Collierville’s town planner, called The Parke at Houston Levee development “the first true mixed-use center apart from Town Square.”
NFL Week 3: Notable performances from former Tigers
Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III, who played his high school ball at Harding Academy, scored his first NFL touchdown while Bears safety Quindell Johnson snatched his first NFL interception.
Chick-fil-A one step closer to first Horn Lake location
The proposed restaurant would be the fourth Chick-fil-A in DeSoto County, alongside two locations in Southaven and one in Olive Branch.
Retooled Collierville volleyball looking strong as the postseason nears
Led by Campbell McKinnon, last season’s Class AAA state runner-up has navigated a challenging schedule so far in 2023.
OrthoSouth becomes Memphis Grizzlies’ official sports medicine provider
OrthoSouth’s brand will be showcased across the Grizzlies’ platforms, from starting lineups to behind-the-scenes content to branded arena spaces.
Strickland to propose new police review board, broadband plan
The proposals both go to Memphis City Council members Tuesday, Sept. 26, for discussion and could be added to the afternoon agenda for the first of three votes. The proposals come as Strickland has three months left in office.
Lakeland Prep debuts hands-on career and tech spaces
New equipment provides foundation for new studies at Lakeland Preparatory as the suburb’s new high school continues to add grades and students.
Metro
County Commission weighs changes to embattled grant program
County Commissioner Britney Thornton said Wednesday the allegations against Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. shouldn’t be considered in deciding what, if any, changes should be made to the body’s grant program.
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Business
Mud Island project receives funding
Baron Von Opperbean and the River of Time received two grants Wednesday, April 16, to help build the immersive adventure museum at the former Mississippi River Museum on Mud Island.
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Health Care Sting operation: Health department ramps up mosquito control
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Sports
Sixth-seeded Memphis women win AAC Tournament title
The Memphis women won the American Athletic Conference tournament title by defeating Rice 4-2. The Memphis men lost to Rice in their championship match at Leftwich Tennis Center.
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Food
What to Order: Felicia Suzanne’s signature favorites
The opening menu at the new Felicia Suzanne’s includes chicken crepes, deviled eggs and her oysters of love, all longtime favorites.
Suburbs
Collierville aldermen weigh library expansion
If included in the budget, the library will expand by about 24,000 square feet, nearly doubling in size.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Sinners’ gets movie year going; Drive-In returns
Advance word on “Sinners,” which incorporates the contributions of many Memphis-area musicians, is very strong.
Opinion
Herrington: What went wrong for the Grizzlies in Game 1? ‘There were a lot of things.’
The Grizzlies lost Game 1 to Oklahoma City by 51 points. But, as Grizzlies interim coach Tuomas Iisalo said, “It doesn’t matter if you win by one point on a buzzer-beater or you win by 150 points, you get one win.” So, Memphis is only down 1-0 in the Best-of-7 series that picks up with Game 2 on Tuesday.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Crawfish, barbecue and more at Memphis spring festivals
Natalie Van Gundy and Holly Whitfield discuss spring food festivals in Memphis and share pro tips and top picks.