Calkins: The Central High band was banned from a game. So they fought back — with kazoos!
The Central High band was banned from a football game Friday night. So how did they respond? With kazoos! A protest story for our time.
The Central High band was banned from a football game Friday night. So how did they respond? With kazoos! A protest story for our time.
After much debate, the commission failed to pass any resolution on the National Guard. Discussion moved on to a new jail, grants and the county reserves.
Something sweet is coming to East Memphis, the Tigers basketball team signs a new player and we look at what it would cost to fix every MSCS school.
Assessments of Memphis-Shelby County Schools' buildings estimated repair costs throughout the next 10 years. Costs to keep buildings in shape are expected to be among the factors that determine which Memphis schools may close.
The vote effectively shortens the four-year terms of office that five school board members were elected to in 2024.
“If you’re in business just to make money, you’re not going to last long,” said one local business owner.
With the new season around the corner, a Tiger exits the basketball program, leaving room for another to formally join.
The observation deck and boardwalk are due to open next year. It will offer an unobstructed view of the Mississippi River.
With FedEx Corp. as a backer, the Pink Ribbon Open has quietly brought LPGA players to Memphis for more than three decades quietly raising money for breast cancer awareness in Shelby County.
Collierville’s library budget has grown from $8 million to $12 million.
The Memphis City Council votes on urging Gov. Bill Lee to stop the deployment of the National Guard to the city. The resolution also authorizes the council’s attorney to take legal action to stop the troops if necessary.
The American Conference has produced six power conference victories this season, creating a clear path for the league champion to reach the College Football Playoff. Will the Tigers take advantage of the opportunity?
Nurses, patients and more gathered at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital Saturday, Sept. 20, for a neonatal intensive care reunion.
The plant operations team at Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis walked into the conference room expecting a meeting. Instead, the team was met with a room full of people waiting to congratulate them.
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“By focusing on preventive care, ShelbyCares helps residents avoid costly medical interventions, contributing to long-term savings in healthcare costs and improving overall community health.”
Standouts from Central, ECS, Fairley, Northpoint, Rossville Christian and Southwind are up for consideration.
“Offhand I would venture a guess that there must be at least a hundred projects better suited for this high-profile location.” — Jerry Palazolo about Food Files: Joe is ramblin’ on Sam Cooper
“Uh, news flash for the commission, your opinion doesn’t matter. … Stop worrying about your pet projects and work on the problems.” — Mike Brazzell about A divided County Commission to decide its response to National Guard
“I wish them well. Barbershops are a great organic gathering place and we need more of them.” — Mark Moser about Two Bartlett barbers strike out on their own with new shop
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Political Notebook: How Memphis’ representatives in Washington voted on honoring Turning Point founder Charlie Kirk, and a resolution to keep the federal government funded.
“New structures and new individuals and new ideas will have to bridge the gap between a dying community and a living community,” said Hyde Park resident Jairus Winfrey.
Memphis clinches a winning home record with the season finale victory.
A warning: The amount of garlic in these noodles is not for the faint-hearted. But if you’ve watched a certain vampire movie recently, you may be more than grateful.
Michele Dial plans to pursue a seat on the Shelby County Board of Commissioners next year, a seat held by Mick Wright, who is term-limited.
When Robert Moody joined the Memphis Symphony in 2016, the orchestra was in danger of collapsing due to financial challenges. But Moody believed the MSO could survive.
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