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Business The Kroger Co. recently promoted Victor Smith, former vice president of merchandising for the Ralphs Division, to president of the Memphis-based Delta Division, which extends to Jackson, Mississippi, and Little Rock, Arkansas. -
Real Estate Banner year for Memphis tourism could be so-so year for hoteliers
Lodging industry consultant Chuck Pinkowski's forecast calls for occupancy and room revenue to fall at Memphis area hotels in 2019 as room supply increases and the convention center is modernized.
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Real Estate Raymond James plans to move from Downtown to East Memphis
Raymond James & Associates emailed Memphis employees Friday to inform them of plans to move from Downtown to East Memphis, sources say.
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Health Care St. Jude honors Memphis with ‘Spirit of the Dream’
Despite past years of racial discrimination, the children's research hospital that treats patients regardless of race, religion or ability to pay, honored the city of Memphis' 200-year milestone.
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Business Bilingual auctioneer will convert numbers quickly for bidders
A Memphis auction firm has hired a bilingual auctioneer for times when the chanted numbers need to be translated from English.
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Health Care School shootings increase crisis hotline calls
As the country looks back on the school shooting in Parkland, Florida, a year ago, local counselors report an increasing number of calls to a youth crisis/suicide hotline.
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Business Emerge Memphis using money from building’s sale to fund startups
The nonprofit organization Emerge Memphis sold its historic Downtown building for $3.55 million, and will use the money to help fund Memphis startup companies.
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Real Estate Property assessor wants in on the front end of deals after Electrolux fallout
Finding out after the fact that the value of Electrolux's plant was undervalued, Shelby County's property assessor wants to get blueprints, permits and personal property records up front.
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Health Care Methodist Healthcare ends partnership with West Cancer Center, plans new institute
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is ending its partnership with West Cancer Center in favor of forming a new comprehensive cancer institute.
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City of Memphis MLGW to talk with other electric providers as it weighs long-term future with TVA
MLGW president and CEO J.T. Young says the utility will talk with some alternate electric providers as it weighs a long-range examination of ending or altering its 80-year relationship with TVA.
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Downtown Alternative sites for Memphis in May festival latest point of contention
Memphis in May International Festival officials on Friday released the Downtown Memphis Commission's list of six alternative sites for the premier outdoor festival, including Beale Street and two on Mud Island, unbeknownst to the Downtown organization.
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Business Let’s Grow: Rely on workplace culture to embrace innovation
Clinging to specific innovation methods doesn't work. The secret to innovation is that there is no secret method or formula, only what works in your workplace culture.
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Downtown Construction permit sought for cobblestone restoration
Memphis River Parks Partnership has filed for a building permit to restore the historic cobblestone field on the Downtown riverfront.
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Business Three successful women headline Daily Memphian seminar
The Daily Memphian Women and Business Seminar features Beverly Roberston, Gina Sweat and Melissa McFerrin.
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Health Care Saint Francis makes room for families with new birthing center
Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis creates a welcoming environment for newborns and birth moms, but its new facility may also attract more physicians and their expecting patients.
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Transportation & Logistics FedEx outlines pay package for Raj Subramaniam
New FedEx Corp. president and chief operating officer Raj Subramaniam would earn $1.2 million in base salary and bonuses over the next year under a compensation package outlined Wednesday, Feb. 20.
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Real Estate Emerge Memphis building is sold
A Nashville real estate investment firm has purchased the 109-year-old office building that houses Emerge Memphis at 516 Tennessee for $3.7 million.
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Real Estate Details emerge about Amazon’s delivery station in Memphis
A 91,852-square-foot warehouse and 547 parking spaces comprise much of Amazon's planned delivery station near I-240 and Lamar, construction documents show.
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Business Rays of Wisdom: How active mutual funds work
When it comes to mutual funds, there are two different investment choices: active and passive. Both investing styles can be beneficial in your overall financial portfolio.
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Business Tipping Point: Peter Abell works to direct symphony to success
Peter Abell comes from a musical family, but he found his way to the Memphis Symphony Orchestra through its administrative offices.
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Business Memphis in May seeks Tom Lee Park redesign changes
Memphis in May International Festival's chief executive will seek alterations to a plan to redevelop Tom Lee Park, sharing his concerns about how its largest events will fit into smaller space in the new park.
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Transportation & Logistics Discussion continues about front-office changes at FedEx
FedEx's series of high-level management changes are fueling speculation about the reasons and perhaps worrying investors and employees, but have the potential to bring fresh eyes to the organization.
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Real Estate Blue Monkey developers to start mixed-use project
Blue Monkey partners are prepared to start a $1.6 million mixed-use project next door to their Downtown restaurant on South Front Street.
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Real Estate Ag-equipment company leaving Memphis for Olive Branch
Memphis-based Krone North America never sought incentives to remain in Memphis, and will start moving its 45 jobs to Olive Branch by the end of 2019.
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Real Estate DeSoto logistics park experiences rapid success
Fast success means the entire 2.5 million-square-foot DeSoto 55 Logistics Center should be built out by the end of this year, its Atlanta-based developer announces.
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