City Council votes down health insurance benefits for itself
After several moves to delay or table the measure, it failed without getting a single yes vote.Related story:
Tuesday prep report: Bartlett outlasts Cordova in round three
R’Chaun King led the Panthers to claim the District 15-AAAA title and a No. 1 region seed in a battle of the state’s top-ranked teams in Class 4A.
Memphis financial strategist predicts ‘soft landing’ for US economy in 2024
Amid the wars, negative credit growth, shrinking money supply, upcoming elections and yield curve inversions, investment strategist David Waddell predicts a soft landing for the economy.
Memphis economy is healthy but has areas for improvement
Memphis' economy can be improved by stabilizing income inequality, low median household income, and housing and food insecurity.
Judge reprimanded for overturning 163-year sentence
The Tennessee Board of Judicial Conduct issued Shelby County Criminal Court Division 1 Judge Paula Skahan a public reprimand Feb. 14 for overturning the sentence of Courtney Anderson in December 2022.
Law aimed at protesters would increase penalty for blocking traffic to felony
A bill moving through the Tennessee General Assembly would make it a felony to block a roadway, a penalty enhancement intended to prevent another protest like the one that blocked the Hernando DeSoto bridge for hours earlier this month.
Ikea unveils Memphis mural and model recording studio
Ikea pays homage to Memphis’ music legacy and future with two new attractions at its local store.
Memphis teams with EPA to fund $103M in drainage upgrades
The City of Memphis plans to issue revenue bonds with the Environmental Protection Agency to help fund upgrades to the city’s aging stormwater system over the next five years.
Blue Suede Networks applies for 15 year tax incentive for $829M project
In five years, BSN estimates the economic impact of its project will be $1.4 billion, create 4,600 jobs and generate $5.76 million in local taxes and fees.
MPD wants 10-day holds for vehicles used in drag racing, street stunts
In conversation that covered murder-clearance rates, aggravated assault charges, illegal car stunts and more, the Shelby County district attorney general and the Memphis Police Department’s interim chief both presented to the Memphis City Council public safety committee. DA says MPD clears more than 30% of murders. MPD disputes it.Related story:
What to expect in Memphis’ game against Charlotte
The Tigers have lost six of their last heading into Wednesday’s game against Charlotte, which is second in the AAC. Golden State to convert former Tiger Lester Quinones to standard contract Nike launches apparel collab between Tigers and Hardaway’s 1 Cent brand Tigers Basketball Insider: Hardaway defends deep rotation, says people are ‘up in arms’Related stories:
DA says MPD clears more than 30% of murders. MPD disputes it.
Steve Mulroy said Tuesday, Feb. 20, that MPD had a murder clearance rate of 31.2% in 2022, something that Interim Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis audibly disputed as he said it. MPD wants 10-day holds for vehicles used in drag racing, street stuntsRelated content:
Nike launches apparel collab between Tigers and Hardaway’s 1 Cent brand
The clothing line features Memphis’ Leaping Tiger logo and the 1 Cent mark as part of various designs on “T-shirts, long sleeved T-shirts, hoodie tees, hoodies, quarter-zip tops and more.”
Pine Hill clubhouse to be named for first Black pro manager
“My daddy worked a few jobs to take care of his six children through college,” Charles Hudson said. “On Sundays after church, was his time to play golf.” Hudson said both he and his father both started off as caddies, while growing up in Orange Mound.
After questions, Memphis Tourism says political donations weren’t donations after all
Memphis Tourism asked the Metropolitan Memphis Hotel and Lodging Association’s political action committee to amend campaign finance filings after The Daily Memphian questioned why it had not disclosed political donations on its federal tax returns.
Trip: Jaren Jackson Jr. lifted his game — and left his mark — in small-town Indiana
Part 2 of a three-part series travels to the magical boarding school where Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr. met close friend Jordan Poole. Grizzlies Insider: ‘Trip’ is last of three projects on Grizzlies starsRelated story:
Decarcerate Memphis report breaks down MPD traffic stop data
“Memphis and Shelby County have, in some respects, truly become more threatening in recent years; traffic fatalities have risen, especially since 2020; fewer people are able to legally drive; and people of color face more discrimination on the road and in court,” Decarcerate Memphis’ new report said.
Calkins: Pat Halloran believed in a better Memphis. Then he made it come true.
Pat Halloran’s life was celebrated in grand style Monday. There was music! There was laughter! There were stories about a larger-than-life character who fell in love with Memphis — and then made it a better place.
Tigers basketball podcast: Hardaway’s criticism reaction and the NIL mess
Is Penny Hardaway’s criticism of criticism reasonable? Will his highest-paid players be benched? Parth Upadhyaya, Tim Buckley and host Greg Gaston discuss.
Sudoku: Feb. 20
Today’s sudoku is an easy one.
Metro
The Early Word: A family is reunited after 30+ years, and 12 comes in clutch
A mom sues Shelby County over her son’s jail death, the Chelsea Greenline is finally moving along and Japan comes to Germantown.
Public Safety Mother of inmate who died at 201 Poplar files lawsuit
City of Memphis Memphians ask mayor questions about Elon Musk, MSCS and drive-out taggers
Shelby County County Commission approves Regional One land purchase despite $240K increase
Business
‘Excellence and achievement’: UTHSC earns prestigious research designation
Memphis is now one of six cities nationwide that is home to two public universities with the Carnegie R1 designation.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Business Memphis Chamber, economists say city is in ‘high-growth phase’
Premium Business Paint Memphis appeals lawsuit over back pay to former co-directors
Sports
Ja Morant found his dance moves, and the Grizzlies found an OT win
Ja Morant came through for the Grizzlies when they needed him the most, and Memphis danced past the Phoenix Suns in overtime. Related content:
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Food
Lucchesi’s heads back to grocery stores
Though Lucchesi’s used to sell its products in grocery stores, a USDA rule change several years ago forced the company to pull its casseroles from stores. But now they are back with a full line, new partners and plans for growth.
Suburbs
Germantown commission takes first pass at First Watch
First Watch cleared an official Germantown hurdle Tuesday evening, edging closer to filling the former Chili’s spot in Germantown.
Arts & Culture
Collectors pay pretty penny for rare coins
From Buffalo nickels that cost a dollar to a penny that costs nearly $60,000, the Memphis Coin Club’s annual show had it all.
Opinion
Echols: Nine fresh ideas already happening in Memphis
“These people have no idea I’m writing about them. But they are using what they have in time, money, energy and ideas to bless the rest of us.”
Podcasts
Local Democratic, Republican leaders talk pros, cons of deportation
“... They are not committing any other crime,” Worth Morgan said. “But they are being exploited and they are taking a job away from somebody here in Memphis that would want that job.”
Games
Word Flower: Feb. 25
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.