The first of a three-part Mid-Summer Grizzlies Mailbag focuses on questions about the lingering offseason, with more discussion of salaries and draft picks.

A year ago, SpaceXAI committed to give Memphis-Shelby County Schools a gift a local pastor called “game-changing.” So far, MSCS has little to show for it. It’s time for that to change.

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Fairley High students and athletes have emerged as the early — and only — major beneficiaries of a list of construction projects Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company offered to the Memphis school system last July.

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“... To receive a single $50-million-dollar commitment from a single family is just unheard of. Not just in Memphis, but anywhere.”

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Shelby County commissioners also heard a call from Juvenile Court officials for a complete replacement of the court building and approved a manufactured-housing park in Frayser.

The Orpheum is expanding its run of shows this season with a Tony Award winner, a global phenomenon and the musical version of a beloved film.

Facility closures are scheduled to take place Aug. 3.

The Southaven judge will replace Justice Robert Chamberlin on the state’s highest court.

Although Memphis doesn’t have a power conference opponent on its schedule, it has two nonconference games that could prove to be even more significant for the playoff race.

Due to the extreme heat forecasted Monday and Tuesday, the Memphis Classic has revised match times for both days.

“American Conference commissioner Tim Pernetti stood at the podium for American Media Day and introduced Charles Huff. Moments later, Huff told everyone within earshot that Memphis is simply too good to be there.”

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Grant & Co. pulled construction permits for The Levee, an estimated $40 million development with 300 units spread across 11 buildings.

From a fresh start to a growing gallery to more national recognition and tourists, here’s why the Memphis Art Museum staffers are so excited about the tantalizing possibilities that will come with the new space.

The 5-foot-10 point guard has a big personality and passion for Memphis basketball. And what he lacks in height "I’m gonna make up for with heart.”

There is a beaver on the loose in Midtown. It’s big, it’s brown — and it’s not going to be easy to move.

Live Nation, Crosstown Concourse and Archimania worked together on the plan for the space at 1291 Autumn Ave.

Collierville-based Tower Garden, which make vertical planting systems, is doubling down on its commitment to supporting local, sustainable produce through education.

MSCS enrollment has suffered in the past decade. But the district doesn’t just struggle to get students in the door, it also has trouble keeping them in their seats day after day.

The Redbirds bagged a season-high-tying five home runs in the victory, and one center fielder started a seven-run second inning with a 401-foot three-run homer.