Local hotel-motel taxes possible source of FedExForum reno money
A proposed bill could change how local hotel and motel tax is distributed; any reallocation of the existing hotel-motel tax would likely mean Memphis Tourism losing revenue.
Tigers coach Penny Hardaway laughs at critics, says he’s ‘done a great job’
Tigers coach Penny Hardaway responded to critics when speaking with reporters Monday night following his weekly radio show at Brookhaven Pub & Grill. Hardaway confident Tigers can find consistency, win AAC Tournament title Tigers beat writer Parth Upadhyaya’s newest AP Top 25 ballotRelated stories:
Memphis Police Association questions bond for man accused of shooting officer
The police association’s leadership issued a news release Monday that said the association was “stunned to learn” that Kee, who has been charged with attempted first-degree murder and two other felonies, had his bond set at $175,000. Related story:
MBI investigating officer-involved shooting
Olive Branch police and the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation are investigating an officer-involved shooting after a suspect fired at officers during a traffic stop. An officer returned fire.
Dental clinic approved on Winchester in Collierville
The Collierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a new dental clinic on one of its major throughfares.
Local judge’s appointment to state supreme court confirmed
Shelby County Circuit Court Division 7 Judge Mary Wagner, who was appointed to the court last month, was confirmed with a majority vote in the state House and a unanimous vote in the Senate.
Uncle Lou’s Fried Chicken relocating — and adding drive-thru and breakfast
Back in 2008, Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” had Lou Martin of Uncle Lou’s Fried Chicken in tears.
Mississippi holds state primary elections
Voters in DeSoto County will cast their ballots in party races for President, the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives.
Former Tiger Tony Pollard to join Tennessee Titans, per reports
Former Melrose and Memphis Tiger star heading to Nashville to join the Titans.
Metal Museum receives $1 million anonymous donation
“This makes for $14 million in total from foundations that are outside of the (Memphis) community,” said the museum’s executive director. “That speaks to the national importance of our institution.”
Grizzlies Insider: Will Memphis use 30 different players this season?
The Grizzlies have used 28 different players this season, and they may not be finished adding new faces.
Vote for the spring sports athlete of the week, Week 1
Standouts from Arlington, Bartlett, Center Hill, Houston, Lewisburg, MUS, St. Benedict and Whitehaven are up for consideration this week.
Varsity Spirit cheers new smudge-proof beauty line
The idea got legs when a cheerleader, working a college internship at Batallure Beauty in New York, saw a need for cosmetics for young athletes. The rest was form and fortitude.
Southaven rolls forward with skate park
The city’s aldermen authorized a specialty contractor to visit the park at 7505 Cherry Valley Blvd. and provide the cost and design, which will also have a bike track known as a pump track.
For rock band Jombi, adrenaline of live shows ‘becomes addictive’
“When someone comes up to us after a show and says they enjoyed the set, or a song, or the way we played this or that part, that’s the best feeling,” guitarist Sam Wallace says.
Sudoku: March 11
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Jigsaw: Go, team!
This jigsaw puzzle features an image by photographer Mark Humphrey.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: MSCS board election vote, back-to-school parties
Also happening this week: Memphis Tigers start football camp, and Memphis City Council members want to hear your blight concerns.
Shelby County County Commission to vote on putting all school board seats on 2026 ballot
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Business
From Como with crunch: Pecan brand is rooted in family
“My dad bought the orchard in 1995, but the trees themselves were planted around 1887,” said the owner of the new Como Pecan Co.
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Sports
Hospitalized Bolton football player dies
Henderson had been at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital since collapsing at practice three weeks ago.
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Gwinnett ends Memphis’ four-game winning streak
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Food
From Como with crunch: Pecan brand is rooted in family
“My dad bought the orchard in 1995, but the trees themselves were planted around 1887,” said the owner of the new Como Pecan Co.
Suburbs
Great Oaks to plant new church in Arlington
The church hopes to be able to break ground sometime next year.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Fantastic Four’ arrives, ‘Eddington’ remains
This latest Marvel Comics movie finally opens this weekend and marks the third attempt in the past 20 years to launch Marvel’s foundational comic-book hero team on the big screen.
Opinion
Opinion: History is a useful teacher for present and future
“Telling the truth about what we’ve done, how we’ve hurt, what we’ve built and where we are going is always hard and troublesome work.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis’ summer search
Columnist Chris Herrington and Grizzlies beat reporter Drew Hill discuss summer league and players who could be competing for two-way contracts.