County property-tax rate could go down
For the second time in four years, the state mandated an appeals allowance that was too high, according to the county assessor’s office. This means the property tax rate has to come down.
Western-apparel company to open distribution center in Memphis
A Denver-based Western-apparel company bought a Southeast Memphis property for its U.S. distribution center.
The Early Word: Your house note may go down, and a Tiger’s off the team
Bad Timing got good news, cocktails meet canvases in the Edge and you can play Ja Morant in a new video game.
Grizzlies Mailbag: Can Zach Kleiman steer the rebuild? Will Cedric Coward get the ball?
As the Memphis Grizzlies shift to a rebuild, fans have a lot of questions about the franchise’s direction. Related content:
Memphis’ Hasan Abdul Hakim dismissed from program, Zach Davis reinstated
Hardaway announces roster changes a day before the Tigers’ game against South Florida.
Two ‘high-ranking’ Memphis gang members convicted for killing one of their own
“This successful federal prosecution has significantly disrupted the leadership of the UVL street gang here in Memphis,” said U.S. Attorney Michael Dunavant.
Women & Business seminar speakers to share advice, empowerment
The Daily Memphian is hosting its Women & Business Seminar on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Memphis Botanic Garden, 750 Cherry Road, featuring Gina Neely, Karen Carrier and Shannon Briggs as guest speakers.
Deadline is noon for May 5 Shelby County primary ballot
Here’s a tentative view of which County races could be won at the noon Thursday, Feb. 19, deadline, which primary contenders will advance to the August county general races at the deadline and which races are packed with contenders vying for a win on the May 5 election day.
EDGE approves port, composting, Bad Timing items
The Economic Development Growth Engine for Memphis and Shelby County board OK’d Port of Memphis jurisdiction, a new PILOT program and a small business loan.
Table Talk: Cocktails meet canvases in The Edge
For one night a month, Bar Limina will be serving craft cocktails at the nearby Sheet Cake Gallery.
Collierville Safe Haven baby box is Shelby County’s first
Shelby County’s first Safe Haven Baby Box is open in Collierville, and parents can surrender newborns anonymously and legally at the suburb’s newest fire station.
Ja Morant included in latest NBA-licensed video game
Morant joins a group of 30 All-Star players selected to be playable characters in NBA THE RUN.
New cell tower will fix old Arlington’s ‘dead zone’
With three cellphone carriers attached to the pole, spotty cell service in parts of Arlington could be a thing of the past.
Prep, state, Super Bowl champ to coach at Melrose
The former star quarterback led the Golden Wildcats to a state championship in 1996. Also, Ed Murphey Classic is hosting a track and field coaches clinic Sunday at Southwind High.
Woman dies after being extradited to Memphis for 2007 murder
Sarah Lucas Riedel, 49, allegedly aided her mother Tammy Vance in killing Danny Harris in 2007.
The AM/DM podcast: Recent Grizz developments and what to make of them
Officials want to hear from public about Memphis 3.0
The first public draft of the map is part of an overhaul of the city’s development framework, updating the long-range Memphis 3.0 comprehensive plan and the zoning rules that guide growth.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Can’t wait to visit a new business hiring Memphians.” — Thomas Jones about Cheers at last: The Station opens following court battles and delays
“So he’ll be injured and unavailable in the game for 75% of the games played online, too?” — Galen Goeet about Ja Morant included in latest NBA-licensed video game
“So they keep $13 million for a year. ... I’m sure they put it in an interest-bearing account.” — Ken Carter about County property-tax rate could go down
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Fogelman acquires Germantown apartments
The purchase marks the company’s continued expansion in the Memphis-area market, where Fogelman currently manages 32 communities totaling more than 7,800 units.
Opinion: Memphis, are you still thinking about the Roman Empire (and Yellow Fever)?
“Historian Kyle Harper is coming to the University of Memphis to ask a chilling question: are we, like the Romans, on the cusp of societal collapse — or even mass extinction?”
Opinion: Why immigration enforcement is not the same struggle as the Civil Rights Movement
“Supporting local charities and advocating for legislative reform are reasonable paths forward; interfering with active law enforcement is not.”
Daily Jigsaw: Memphis MVP
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of Memphian Kenneth Walker III holding the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX and was taken by Scott Strazzante.
Sudoku: Feb. 19
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Daily WordRow: Feb. 19
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Metro
Jesse Jackson’s post-MLK rise deeply rooted in Memphis
Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon, died Tuesday. He was a frequent presence in Memphis’ political life and transformation from 1968 on.
Premium Education More than 300 students are in limbo as a charter school fights for its future
Premium Spirit of Memphis Costume sketches and letters to Paris: What created Memphis Mardi Gras and what remains?
Premium Elections One Shelby County candidate has more cash than all his opponents combined
Premium City of Memphis Ask the Memphian: When will the repaving of I-240 be completed?
Business
Cheers at last: The Station opens following court battles and delays
The Station, a new East Memphis liquor store beset by controversy, finally fully opened Tuesday with a selection of more than 20,000 types of liquor, wine and beer.
Premium Real Estate Investors plan $25 million project at former Houston’s site
Premium Business ‘The robots are coming:’ Memphis in the middle of the AI boom
Premium Business After 28 years, Tsunami is ‘going out with a bang’
Premium Business Some nonprofits ‘feel like they’re on an island by themselves’
Sports
Grizzlies 25: Shane Battier was the first true Memphis Grizzly and authored the franchise’s greatest encore
The Memphis Grizzlies had never won a playoff game until Shane Battier’s second run with the franchise. Then he buried that burden with one big shot.
Memphis Tigers Football Former Tiger’s eligibility case could directly impact Memphis
High School Sports ECS hires South Gibson coach to lead football program
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Hill: It’s time for Penny Hardaway to do what’s best for Memphis basketball
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies won’t raise season ticket prices
Food
Downtown’s By the Brewery restaurant has closed
Less than a month shy of its fifth business anniversary, the Downtown Memphis restaurant has announced its permanent closure.
Food News Seafood, soups and pizza: Where to eat during Lent
Suburbs
Hundreds voice opposition to permit for xAI turbines in Southaven
At a public hearing in Southaven, hundreds aired concerns about air quality, loud noise and overall health impacts of 41 natural gas turbines proposed for the xAI data center.
Premium Millington Millington is cracking down on sidewalk standards but some citizens are split
Arts & Culture
Familiar favorites take Memphis stages in February
From Shakespeare to show tunes, February theater has something for everyone.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Natchez,’ ‘Elvis,’ Tyler Perry and Robert Duvall
Opinion
Opinion: A simple blood test can help save more Tennesseans from colorectal cancer
“The impact of colorectal cancer is exacerbated for Black Tennesseans and people in rural areas who face even more challenges to getting screened and treated.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: What’s next for Oak Court Mall
These days, the former Oak Court Mall site is home to wrecking balls and demolition equipment as the land is being prepared for its next life.