Racquet Club property sold for almost $9M
The development group branded the project as Mid-City Memphis and planned a development that would include a mix of townhomes, retail, offices and hotels.
City of Memphis investigating 2 council members
It is not clear what the city’s independent counsel is investigating, but a person familiar with the matter said it could be for potential violations of state, local and federal laws.
The Early Word: New owners to take a whack at Racquet Club; Vacant Fancy’s space gets a bite
Two Memphis City Council members are under investigation, and the Memphis Fire Department’s first responders get a fresh set of wheels — two wheels, that is.
Buckley: What a shame if Memphis loses the Redbirds
“Memphis without the Redbirds, Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals? It would be like the Fourth of July without fireworks.”
Local restaurateur to open seafood restaurant in former Fancy’s space
Walt & Ricky’s Seafood Kitchen could open as soon as September.
Nearly $170K could be coming to possible Downtown restaurants and Cotton Row
The Cotton Row Historic District could be getting a glow-up and Downtown a pair of new restaurants.
Two high school parents vie for Collierville school board Republican primary
Two Collierville residents are seeking the Republican nomination for an open position on the suburb’s school board as incumbent Wanda Chism declines to run for reelection.
Next time you see a first responder, they might be on a bike
The Memphis Fire Department’s Emergency Medical Services Battalion will use the new red bikes, outfitted with equipment needed in a medical emergency, in crowded places that are tougher for traditional vehicles to access.
Some courts close a second day — but jail AC improves
Several divisions of General Sessions Criminal Court and all divisions of City Court will be closed a second day Tuesday as work continues on damage from a June water leak. Meanwhile, air conditioning problems in the Shelby County Jail have improved.
Collierville rep returning to MLGW board — this time with more power
A new Tennessee law allows Memphis Light, Gas and Water to have two voting representatives from Memphis’ largest suburbs, one from Collierville and another from Bartlett.
Grizzlies go cold in summer league loss to Mavericks
The Memphis Grizzlies couldn’t find the shooting touch in a summer league loss to the Dallas Mavericks.
The AM/DM: Making a case for improving home base
St. Jude researching HIV treatment for people 16 and up
Researchers at St. Jude are partnering with dozens of medical partners globally to answer a question — how do certain HIV treatments work with 16- and 17-year-olds versus adults?
DeBerry clashes with MICAH on Memphis Safe Task Force
The clash came at a weekend candidates’ forum hosted by MICAH. Also the impact of Congressional primaries on voter turnout and Blackburn fallout and calculations.
What Daily Memphians think*
“The riverfront trolley line would be such a convenient way to reach this place, too bad the city of Memphis and MATA doesn’t care!” — Landon Pleasant about Local restaurateur to open seafood restaurant in former Fancy’s space
“Let’s watch the rats scurry on this one...popcorn at the ready!” — Dennis Ostrow about City of Memphis investigating 2 council members
“Small businesses (eg your hair stylist) nice to pay with cash.” — Teresa Holimon about At several local institutions, cash is still king
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
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Daily Jigsaw: Savory and sweet
This jigsaw puzzle features the table setting from Umami Amora’s second Juneteenth dinner and was taken by Sophia Surrett.
Metro
Task Force returns as issue in August primaries
Two fatal Memphis Safe Task Force shootings in four days have returned the federal presence to the campaign spotlight as an issue.
Premium Education 12 things to know from the state’s MSCS audit
Update Public Safety TBI names man killed by federal agents at East Memphis hotel
Arts & Culture Memphis Public Libraries book sales, used-book storefront closed until further notice
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Business
New Midtown bicycle shop gears up for business
A native Memphian combined two of his favorite things: bicycles and cats. The result? Dos Gatos Bike Shop.
Premium Real Estate Downtown DoubleTree owners want to invest $63M in renovating hotel
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Sports
Open triathlon practice encourages Memphians to ‘just tri it’
Ever wanted to try your hand at a triathlon? At Shelby Farms Park, an open practice offered a “soft entry to what feels like an intimidating sport.”
Premium Downtown AutoZone Park’s Future: Will the Redbirds stay if AutoZone Park isn’t updated?
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Sports From Graceland to Beale to heave a 16-pound ball
Food
At several local institutions, cash is still king
If you’re going to The Pancake Shop or Paula & Raiford’s Hollywood Disco, don’t forget to bring cash.
Premium Real Estate In-N-Out restaurant in East Memphis delayed
Premium Food News Food Files: Ouri Matcha to open first shop in Uptown
Suburbs
DeSoto DA asks court to throw out suit over ‘pedophile sympathizer’ comment
DeSoto County Schools board member Michele Henley filed suit last week accusing Barton of defamation.
Premium North Mississippi DeSoto judicial candidate wants to be added to supervisor’s lawsuit
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Arts & Culture
Memphis writer exploring conservation and faith in the South
Memphis writer Martha Park received a $4,000 grant from the nonprofit South Arts and a $5,000 grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission — which she will use to fund a series of stories about the intersection between conservation and faith in the South.
Premium Music Arts Beat: Sofar Sounds back in Memphis; Botanic Garden opens Sun-inspired Fun Studio
Arts & Culture Pure fantasy: Anime Blues Con combines costumes and community
Opinion
Opinion: What to know before donating your car to charity
“Nearly 800,000 vehicles are donated to charities every year. There are a host of charities that accept donations of cars listed. But they may not all be reputable.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Cam Boozer’s summer league debut
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the first two summer league games for Cam Boozer and the Grizzlies’ recent offseason transactions.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Celebrating 250
This jigsaw puzzle features participants in the High Point Terrace July Fourth parade and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.