Ja Morant no longer represented by Mike Miller’s agency
The split occurred in early May.
County mayor’s property tax proposal becomes tax hike
The county property tax rate proposed by Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris is four cents higher than the state’s certified rate, but he said it’s not a tax hike.
MSCS demands evidence from House, Senate speakers alleging records crimes
Tennessee legislative leaders alleged that Memphis-Shelby County Schools was illegally destroying records ahead of a state-funded forensic audit, but MSCS officials “are unaware of any such alleged acts.”
AutoZone Liberty Bowl names new president
A longtime board member and volunteer for the AutoZone Liberty Bowl Festival Association was installed as its president during a ceremony at the Renasant Convention Center in Downtown Memphis.
Grizzlies Insider: What centers could Memphis target in NBA Draft?
Following the Zach Edey injury news, the Grizzlies may need to address frontcourt depth in free agency and the trade market. Should they also draft a big man?
Gonerfest announces lineup for 22nd edition
The Cooper-Young record label and record store will bring its fest to Wiseacre Brewery on Broad Avenue for three days, with the final day at the Overton Park Shell.
Dealing with Mount Trashmore: Property sale hits snag
A deal to buy the former landfill might be headed to the dump as the site is now scheduled for a tax sale and a state agency has placed a lien on it.
‘Those people’ and a lawsuit: Discrimination allegations hit DeSoto County tourism
The core of the civil lawsuit focuses on allegations concerning Black performers and audiences at the Landers Center.
Coach said she’s confident in Tigers’ commitment to women’s basketball
“His commitment to women’s basketball is like no other,” Memphis women’s basketball coach Alex Simmons said about Athletic Director Ed Scott.
Memphis college launches Juneteenth concert series
To celebrate Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery, a Memphis college is launching a concert series.
Tigers add associate athletic director
Hiring a director to oversee capital projects and operations comes as the university is amid a major renovation project of its football stadium.
The To-Do List: Black Pride, dog yoga and what to do for Bonnaroo FOMO
This week, Juneteenth gets started early, the BoDeans are at the Shell and the Memphis Social Bicycle Club races — in drag.
$15 Deal: Barbecue jackfruit nachos bring the Plant Based Heat
In the past decade, jackfruit has gained increasing popularity as a meat substitute. At Plant Based Heat, it is slathered with melted vegan cheese and barbecue sauce.
Daily Memphian postseason baseball awards: Standouts from Houston, Briarcrest honored
Lakeland Prep coach also recognized following a history-making state tournament run.
Memphis Tigers rifle shooter hits the mark with two national titles
Memphis junior Gabriela Zych claimed a place in Tigers program history this week, winning twice at the USA Shooting National Rifle and Pistol Championship.
Tigers javelin thrower places 18th at NCAA Championships
Gabriel Koletsi is the first javelin thrower to represent Memphis at NCAAs since Mona Jaidi and Ashley Pryke in 2018.
MSCS board approves almost $2B budget with raises for some
Expected staff changes at Memphis-Shelby County Schools, including some reassignments, are not part of the budget and are expected to take place in coming months.
Opinion: Mayor Young on xAI — ‘I’m choosing Memphis, not fear, not politics’
Mayor Young says the xAI project “isn’t a debate between the environment and economics. It’s about putting people before politics. It’s about building something better for communities that have waited far too long for real investment.”
What Daily Memphians think*
“Mayor Young, thank you for adding clarity to a cloudy debate. xAI is a tech-forward economic opportunity for our city, if we can only avoid shooting ourselves in the foot. God bless Memphis!” — Kelly Fish about Opinion: Mayor Young on xAI — ‘I’m choosing Memphis, not fear, not politics’
“If Feagins wins her case that she was fired in violation of the Tennessee Open Meetings Act (TOMA), then the vote that fired her will be deemed null and void (T.C.A. § 8-44-105). That would mean that she, not Richmond, is the true Superintendent of MSCS. So this budget, and all actions since Richmond was installed, is also null and void. …” — Aaron Prather about MSCS board approves almost $2B budget with raises for some
“Rejecting food aid for the poor and hungry is cruel. … Given Democratic leaning areas are specifically excluded, state leadership seems to be intentionally inflicting suffering on the most vulnerable for political gain.” — William Lawson about Tennessee launches its summer food benefits this week. Most students in the state will miss out.
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Here’s who could help make decisions about closing MSCS schools
How many schools should MSCS operate in order to best serve its students and families, and where should those buildings be located?
Word Flower: June 12
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Sudoku: June 12
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Word Search: Raising Cane’s gets this puzzle cluckin‘
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Metro
Former cop convicted in Tyré Nichols case gets sentencing date delay
Desmond Mills Jr. was originally scheduled to be sentenced on federal charges June 17, but that date has been pushed to June 23.
Premium City of Memphis City Council adds 3% city pay raises in new operating budget
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Public Safety Trial date set for codefendants in Ghost Mob gang killing
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Business
Historically Black medical college coming to Memphis
Meharry’s expansion to Memphis is the first step in Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church’s $310 million, mixed-use development.
Business Memphis Chamber’s new council, execs will foster global biz, city workforce
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Business Greater Memphis Chamber finalist in national competition
Sports
NCAA panel approves rule changes for 2025-26 men’s basketball season
A key change announced by the NCAA includes a coach’s challenge at any point in a game to review out-of-bounds calls, basket interference/goaltending and whether a secondary defender was in the restricted area.
Premium Golf Overton Park 99 golf event raises more money, opportunities
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Food
Winner, winner, chicken dinner: First Raising Cane’s in Memphis area opens
Chicken-finger fanatics, cheerleaders and an Elvis impersonator flocked to the popular chain restaurant for a combo meal and a chance to win free Cane’s for a year.
Premium Dining Guides What to order: At Aldo’s, go beyond the pizza
Suburbs
Collierville adopts budget with 12-cent property tax hike
Collierville leaders approved their budget Monday. The financial plan includes a 12-cent property tax increase.
Germantown Germantown leaders pledge more money for Houston High makeover
Arts & Culture
Hall of Fame: A new class of Memphis musicians announced
The “Rock and Roll Granny,” the man who went down to the Crossroads, a titan of Memphis radio and three noted soul/R&B singers of different stripes and generations are the new inductees of the Memphis Music Hall of Fame.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Materialists,’ an intriguing rom-dram
Opinion
Calkins: Hope House is a Memphis success story. Why are its leaders so worried now?
When you hear about the country’s “social safety net,” this is it: Hope House. Multiplied by thousands of small, committed organizations in cities across America. Federal funding cuts have Hope House’s leaders worried about Memphis.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Meeting Huey’s onion ring specialist
Edible Memphis editor Stacey Greenberg comes back to “Sound Bites” to talk about her food tour of Mexico City and old-school, longtime Memphis restaurants.