A group in Tennessee, including two parents in Shelby County, allege that the state’s education voucher expansion “diverts state funding to private schools statewide that are by definition not part of the system of free public schools.”
Led by point guard Dug McDaniel’s 18 points, six assists and six rebounds, the Tigers went toe to toe with the Boilermakers — and were even ahead with less than six minutes to go — for 35 of the 40 minutes of gametime.
CBS Sports analyst Emeka Okafor called the gutty win for Purdue “championship vitamins.” But the truth is that even a close loss like this one — to the top dog in the sport — will make Memphis fans feel a whole lot better.
Sheriff Thomas E. Tuggle II answers questions ranging from what his favorite music is to how he wants to be remembered.
Barefruit Cafe, Cook Out, Insomnia Cookies and Dave’s Hot Chicken are all making news.
Centenary United Methodist Church in Soulsville is 160 years old this year. With a new marker to celebrate Centenary’s legacy, church members say the congregation’s history is not just about the past.
Seven businesses hope to be the next tenant at the shopping center. Nearly 75 applications were submitted.
These tacos are worth birria and fat-stained fingers and au jus dripping down your chin.
Vince Williams Jr., forced to play point guard due to multiple injuries, recorded 15 assists to help the Grizzlies set a single-game record in total assists.
A former employee of the Shelby County Division of Corrections pleaded guilty to taking a bribe in exchange for providing contraband to an inmate.
“It means we’re doing exactly what we need to do,” said Reaghan Hall, a shift supervisor who has worked at that location for five years.
The Peabody’s world-famous Duck March continued uninterrupted.
This week, a Tav Falco film gets the live-score treatment, “Romeo and Juliet” is re-told through a feminist lens and an art exhibition reinterprets the tarot.
The MSCS board is expected to vote on the suggested closures in February.
“A wonderful story about a fine human being. Rest in peace sir.” — Cynthia Cannon about WWII hero and pioneering scientist dies at 100
“She impressed me by the folks she upset. I’ll probably vote for her.” — Larry Pelton about Marie Feagins running for Shelby County mayor
“‘IT COULD WORK!’ Gene Wilder as Baron Von Frankenstein, Young Frankenstein, 1974.” — Dave Carlson about Calkins: She worked on the Titanic and the Saturn 5 rocket. Can she help save Mud Island? We can hope.
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This jigsaw puzzles features a photo of the University of Memphis Tigers women’s soccer team playing in the NCAA Tournament and was taken by Josh Blake.
“I think the opportunity is for anyone to get in — anyone who has a vision for the county in any regard,” Feagins told The Daily Memphian.
Multiple South Memphis businesses received a total of $75,000 in small business loans.
Six teams are looking to advance to the semifinals, while in Division 2 Lausanne has its eye on a BlueCross Bowl berth.
At least three documents have been filed with local government entities to allow Chick-fil-A to replace a seafood restaurant on Winchester Road.
Whiteside is accused of engaging in a sexual act with an underage female. Multiple judges have withdrawn from the case.
The immersive experience being built inside the former river museum on Mud Island will open for business this spring.
Jee Vahn Knight believes an immersive adventure can make Mud Island a destination once again. Crazy? No crazier than the journey that brought Vahn Knight to Memphis in the first place.
Shelby County has experienced cash flow problems at this time of year before, but this time around, it’s raising bigger questions.